John Purkiss

Like many people, I grew up with the idea that, if you're intelligent and hardworking, you'll have a great life. I studied economics at Cambridge university, worked in banking and management consultancy, and won first prize at business school (INSEAD). Then, at the age of 26, I felt completely stuck and was diagnosed with clinical depression, which nearly proved fatal.

Looking back, being suicidally depressed was a blessing. It showed me that I could only get so far in life by thinking and taking action. This was the beginning of my spiritual journey. I learned mindfulness, then Transcendental Meditation. In 2014 I met my guru, SPH Sri Nithyananda Paramashivam, from whom I learned many spiritual techniques that are described in 'The Power of Letting Go' and 'The Power of Moving On'. 'The Power of Letting Go' has sold over 250,000 copies in English, and will soon be available in 8 other languages. 'The Power of Moving On' was published in January 2026.

I write books to help people fulfil their potential. I explain each principle, then I describe my experience of applying it. Then I provide an exercise, so you can have your own experience and see your life change quickly for the better.