Author : Brother Noah Yuttadhammo
Publisher : Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu
Page : 55 pages
File Size : 45,98 MB
Release : 2010-08-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0557643910
Join with millions of people around the world in the practice of peace, happiness and freedom from suffering - the practice of meditation. In this book, you will find clear, simple instructions on an ancient meditation practice free from religious dogma or spiritual mumbo-jumbo; a practice that has helped generation after generation of ordinary people free themselves from all forms of mental and physical suffering.
Author : Rod Meade Sperry
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 21,95 MB
Release : 2014-03-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0834829649
As countless meditators have learned firsthand, meditation practice can positively transform the way we see and experience our lives. This practical, accessible guide to the fundamentals of Buddhist meditation introduces you to the practice, explains how it is approached in the main schools of Buddhism, and offers advice and inspiration from Buddhism’s most renowned and effective meditation teachers, including Pema Chödrön, Thich Nhat Hanh, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, Sharon Salzberg, Norman Fischer, Ajahn Chah, Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, Sylvia Boorstein, Noah Levine, Judy Lief, and many others. Topics include how to build excitement and energy to start a meditation routine and keep it going, setting up a meditation space, working with and through boredom, what to look for when seeking others to meditate with, how to know when it’s time to try doing a formal meditation retreat, how to bring the practice "off the cushion" with walking meditation and other practices, and much more.
Author : Pema Chödrön
Publisher : Sounds True
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 13,95 MB
Release : 2021-10-26
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781683648420
“When something is bothering you—a person is bugging you, a situation is irritating you, or physical pain is troubling you—you must work with your mind, and that is done through meditation. Working with our mind is the only means through which we’ll actually begin to feel happy and contented with the world that we live in.” —Pema Chödrön Pema Chödrön is treasured around the world for her unique ability to transmit teachings and practices that bring peace, understanding, and compassion into our lives. With How to Meditate, the American-born Tibetan Buddhist nun presents her first book exploring in depth what she considers the essentials for a lifelong practice. More and more people are beginning to recognize a profound inner longing for authenticity, connection, and aliveness. Meditation, Pema explains, gives us a golden key to address this yearning. This step-by-step guide shows readers how to honestly meet and openly relate with the mind, embrace the fullness of our experience, and live in a wholehearted way as we discover: - The basics of meditation, from getting settled and the six points of posture to working with your breath and cultivating an attitude of unconditional friendliness - The Seven Delights—how moments of difficulty can become doorways to awakening and love - Shamatha (or calm abiding), the art of stabilizing the mind to remain present with whatever arises - Thoughts and emotions as “sheer delight”—instead of obstacles—in meditation “I think ultimately why we practice is so that we can become completely loving people, and this is what the world needs,” writes Pema Chödrön. How to Meditate is an essential book from this wise teacher to assist each one of us in this virtuous goal.
Author : Stephanie Clement
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 19,44 MB
Release : 2012-09-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0738723908
Some people think meditation is something that takes years to learn. The truth is, it's a very natural state of awareness that can be developed in just a few minutes each day. The benefits of meditation are infinite! Develop concentration Learn to focus your attention Relax your body and mind quickly and easily Release fears Increase your health and wellness Exchange old habits for new ones Identify personal goals and aspirations Discover which meditation method works best for you 2003 COVR Award Winner (Best Alternative Health Book)
Author : Katsuki Sekida
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 49,12 MB
Release : 2005-09-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 083482583X
This pioneering guide to zazen—Zen-style seated meditation—provides practical instructions on how to begin or elevate your practice and progress along the Zen path Zen Training is a comprehensive handbook for zazen, seated meditation practice, and an authoritative presentation of the Zen path. The book marked a turning point in Zen literature in its critical reevaluation of the enlightenment experience, which the author believes has often been emphasized at the expense of other important aspects of Zen training. In addition, Zen Training goes beyond the first flashes of enlightenment to explore how one lives as well as trains in Zen. The author also draws many significant parallels between Zen and Western philosophy and psychology, comparing traditional Zen concepts with the theories of being and cognition of such thinkers as Heidegger and Husserl.
Author : Michael Dinuri
Publisher :
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 39,65 MB
Release : 2016-05-20
Category :
ISBN : 9781533346735
The Ultimate and Easy Guide to Learn How to Be Peaceful and Relieve Stress, Anxiety And Depression ""Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back, and choose the path that leads to wisdom." " -Buddha Meditation is a lifestyle skill that brings not only peacefulness to the person practicing the skill, but also provides lifelong health benefits that add longevity and quality of life. It is a simple skill that can be practiced by anyone of any age, race, religion, political view point, or regional location with no special requirements or equipment needed. This book will provide a brief overview of the history of meditation and how it has become so widely popular in modern day culture and why it will continue to grow in popularity for future generations. Basic easy to follow tips, suggestions, and exercises are provided to help make meditation a part of your daily life. This book will cover not only the benefits from a regular meditation schedule, but will also provide tips for short, easy to use, mini-meditations for those on-the-go days when you just need a break from the harsh realities of everyday living. A chapter on mindful meditations will open your eyes to the world around you in ways you may have been missing and allow you the opportunity to improve your communication skills, thereby improving your relationships both personally and professionally. Short and easy to read, filled with helpful tips and pointers, this book will get you started with a meditation process that's easy to fit into your day and still be beneficial both mentally and physically for the rest of your life. This book is designed for the busy person who still places value on themselves and wishes to improve their lives and the world in which they live.
Author : Sam Harris
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 26,43 MB
Release : 2015-06-16
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1451636024
Spirituality.The search for happiness --Religion, East and West --Mindfulness --The truth of suffering --Enlightenment --The mystery of consciousness.The mind divided --Structure and function --Are our minds already split? --Conscious and unconscious processing in the brain --Consciousness is what matters --The riddle of the self.What are we calling "I"? --Consciousness without self --Lost in thought --The challenge of studying the self --Penetrating the illusion --Meditation.Gradual versus sudden realization --Dzogchen: taking the goal as the path --Having no head --The paradox of acceptance --Gurus, death, drugs, and other puzzles.Mind on the brink of death --The spiritual uses of pharmacology.
Author : Dean Sluyter
Publisher : TarcherPerigee
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 45,19 MB
Release : 2015-02-24
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 039917141X
NAUTILUS BOOK AWARDS GOLD-MEDAL WINNER FOR 2015 There’s no trying in meditation. Just as water runs naturally downhill … just as leaves float naturally to the ground … we can all settle naturally into meditation. Not trying, just allowing—not doing, just being. The key is effortlessness. Whether you’re a complete novice or you’ve “tried it before,” if you can breathe you can meditate. Guided by veteran teacher Dean Sluyter’s easy-going, down-to-earth approach, you’ll test-drive a variety of meditative “vehicles,” such as breath, sound, the senses, the sky, and the simple sense of “I,” and discover which ones fit you best. You’ll find all the practical tips you need for adapting these methods to your daily life, even for a few minutes a day on the subway or in an office cubicle. And as your life opens to deep happiness, clarity, peace, and creative energy, you’ll be inspired to keep on practicing—naturally.
Author : Salle Merrill Redfield
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 37,21 MB
Release : 2009-06-27
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780446562553
In this inspiring book, Salle Merrill Redfield guides you through four brief meditations. Each celebrates nature as a revered path to self-knowledge and spiritual enlightenment, leading you on a satisfying mental journey.
Author : Yesena Chavan
Publisher :
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 10,44 MB
Release : 2014-12-31
Category :
ISBN : 9781505825282
Learn how meditation can transform your life TODAY! A 'meditation for beginners' guide that will give you life-long peace and happiness. A regular meditation habit can make you healthier, happier and more successful than ever! This book will teach you exactly how to calm your mind, release tension and "let go" in a way that will change your life forever! Meditation isn't about chanting, crystals or playing with an eagle feather. It is a scientifically proven way of taking control of your life by taking control of your mind. With Meditation for Beginners - How to Relieve Stress, Anxiety and Depression and Return to a State of Inner Peace and Happiness you're going to learn exactly how to meditate, how to use meditation techniques to calm your mind and how to practice meditation daily. Meditation for Beginners Learning how to meditate and developing a regular meditation practice doesn't have to be difficult. Yes, meditation can seem difficult at first and learning how to take control of your mind can be a challenge, but meditating for only a few minutes a day can help you significantly reduce stress, improve your physical and mental health, maximize your ability to focus and increase productivity. Buddhism teaches that taking control of your mind through meditation is the only real antidote to stress, anxiety and depression. Scientific studies have validated this and offer proof that meditation CAN in fact change brain chemistry and alter brain waves. If your meditation efforts have been frustrating, don't worry Meditation for Beginners will help you overcome the common obstacles to developing a long term meditation habit. Meditation is like riding a bike. You fall at first but eventually your ability to meditate becomes easier and your meditation practice becomes the most refreshing and life-giving part of your day. Meditation for Beginners teaches you: The science behind the amazing benefits of meditation How to meditate in a way that works for you How to create a meditating routine How to make meditation a habit How mindfulness meditation can help you become aware of the present moment How to make meditation the most important activity in your day How to provoke a meditative state How to create an ongoing state of inner peace and happiness How to find time to meditate Guided meditation Mantra meditation Mindfulness meditation Body scan meditation Candle meditation Walking meditation Prayer meditation ....and much more! In a step by step way, Meditation for Beginners will walk you through everything you need to know about meditation and how to successfully meditate every day. Here's a Preview of What You'll Learn... What is meditation The history of meditation The benefits of meditation for the body The benefits of meditation for the mind How meditation works The healing power of meditation Common obstacles to meditation Types and elements of meditation How to prepare for meditation How to practice meditation every day How to make the most of your meditation practice...and more! People who meditate regularly experience less worry, anxiety and stress and are more positive and productive. You too can experience the amazing benefits of meditation by downloading this book today!
