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Anthony de Mello

Anthony de Mello was an Indian Jesuit priest and psychotherapist, renowned for his spiritual teachings and writings. Born in Bombay on September 4, 1931, he became a priest in 1961. De Mello founded the Sadhana Institute of Pastoral Counseling in India and authored several influential books. His works blend Eastern and Western spirituality, emphasizing mindfulness and inner freedom. Despite his death in 1987, de Mello’s legacy endures through his compelling stories and insights into human consciousness