I AMness: The Discovery of the Self Beyond the Ego explores the profound psychological and spiritual journey of self-awareness beyond the limits of personal identity. Drawing from psychology, theology, and philosophy, Ian Kent and William Nicholls examine the tension between ego and true self, inviting readers to move past self-centered consciousness toward what they term “I AMness”—a state of unified awareness and authentic being.

The book’s chapters delve into themes such as:

• The identity crisis and the question “Who am I?”

• The interplay between psychiatry, religion, and enlightenment

• Existential group therapy as a tool for awakening

• The role of yoga and meditation in transcending ego

• The integration of I AMness within society and history

The text resonates with readers of existential philosophy, transpersonal psychology, and 1970s-era spiritual inquiry—akin to works by Alan Watts or Abraham Maslow.