Burglar to Buddha

The truth is better than any drug.

“At 6am a few days later, my house got raided. I saw the police van outside my window, so I scrambled up into the loft to hide. The police smashed down the front door and rushed in. The sensations of fear rising fast.

By now, I was becoming familiar with the feeling of fear rushing through my veins.

It wasn’t going to be this experience that would deter me from burgling again, because I wasn’t yet conscious of my actions.”

Are you ready for some radical honesty?

Burglar to Buddha isn’t just a book—it’s a journey through the heart of human transformation, and it couldn’t be more relevant for these turbulent times. As the veils of truth, lies, and confusion grow ever thinner, this story shines a light on the power of radical honesty, self-exploration, and the courage to embrace change. In a world flooded with fake news and uncertainty, Burglar to Buddha reminds us that no matter how lost we may feel, transformation is always possible.

Originally published in 2021 and now available as an audiobook, this deeply personal memoir traces the wild, humorous, and sometimes heart-wrenching path from a life of crime to one of awakening. As one reader beautifully put it, the book will have you laughing at the wild antics of Simon’s “rascal” days and tearing up as you witness his remarkable metamorphosis. Simon’s story is proof that following your passion and beliefs, no matter how unconventional, can lead to profound healing and a heart wide open.

Readers have described Burglar to Buddha as “fun and exciting,” a captivating read that’s “packed with wisdom” and full of laugh-out-loud moments as well as touching reflections. It’s a book for those who seek change, for the disillusioned, the lost, and those who dare to believe in something greater.

Thanks to 80 generous supporters we raised €5,323 through a heart-to-heart crowdfunding campaign, receiving €5 to €500 which has helped this book come alive. After seven days in the studio and hundreds of hours of post-production, this is not just Simon’s voice telling the story—it’s an immersive experience enhanced by the incredible soundscape of Nikara Project, adding depth and texture to this tale of transformation.

And now, you can experience it in multiple formats—on Kindle, Amazon, and Apple Music. True to the spirit of the gift culture, it’s offered with an open heart: contribute what feels right to you, aligned with your financial means. Your support helps ensure we can continue to distribute to those who need it most and eventually have it translated into other languages.

“It’s common to want to move on from the past experiences, especially the so-called bad ones, close the door, forget about them, and hope they go away with time. I could have done that. But instead, by revisiting my past and experiencing it again through writing about it, I moved through a deep subconscious healing process and experienced a depth of unconditional love for myself and others way beyond words could describe. I got to see myself in ways I had never seen, to connect to the little wounded me that just wanted love but was searching in all the wrong places.”

Simon Paul Sutton

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