Author : Susan Shumsky
Publisher : Red Wheel/Weiser
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 24,42 MB
Release : 2001-10-11
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1632658291
This spiritual self-help book offers easy, step-by-step procedures to master the ancient arts of meditation and enlightenment. It offers practical techniques to increse love, power, and energy; reduce stress and tension; improve health; reverse aging; and bring well-being, contentment, and peace of mind to everyday life.
Author : Miguel Farias
Publisher : Watkins Media Limited
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 46,11 MB
Release : 2019-02-19
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 1786782863
Millions of people meditate daily but can meditative practices really make us ‘better’ people? In The Buddha Pill, pioneering psychologists Dr Miguel Farias and Catherine Wikholm put meditation and mindfulness under the microscope. Separating fact from fiction, they reveal what scientific research – including their groundbreaking study on yoga and meditation with prisoners – tells us about the benefits and limitations of these techniques for improving our lives. As well as illuminating the potential, the authors argue that these practices may have unexpected consequences, and that peace and happiness may not always be the end result. Offering a compelling examination of research on transcendental meditation to recent brain-imaging studies on the effects of mindfulness and yoga, and with fascinating contributions from spiritual teachers and therapists, Farias and Wikholm weave together a unique story about the science and the delusions of personal change.
Author : The Dalai Lama
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 14,26 MB
Release : 2017-04-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1611804086
The Dalai Lama reveals how training the mind in compassion for other beings is directly related to—and a prerequisite for—the very pinnacle of Buddhist meditation The heart of meditation—the thing that brings it alive—is compassion. This is not an ordinary compassion but one that is developed and expanded in parallel with wisdom that arises through meditation. Without that essential foundation, other practices are pointless. Fortunately, the mind can be trained in compassion, and the mind thus trained is fertile ground for the practice of the Great Completeness (Dzogchen), which is considered the pinnacle of spiritual practice by many in Tibetan Buddhism. In this book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama teaches the Great Completeness simply but thoroughly, using as his reference a visionary poem by the nineteenth-century master Patrul Rinpoche to show that insight can never be separated from compassion. Through practice of the Great Completeness, we can access our innermost awareness and live our lives in a way that acknowledges it and manifests it. The wisdom and compassion that arise from such insight are critical, His Holiness teaches, not only to individual progress in meditation but to our collective progress toward peace in the world.
Author : Andy Puddicombe
Publisher : Hodder Paperbacks
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 42,35 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781444722208
'If you're thinking about trying mindfulness, this is the perfect introduction....I'm grateful to Andy for helping me on this journey.' BILL GATES 'It's kind of genius' EMMA WATSON Feeling stressed about Christmas/Brexit/everthing? Try this... Demystifying meditation for the modern world: an accessible and practical route to improved health, happiness and well being, in as little as 10 minutes. Andy Puddicombe, founder of the celebrated Headspace, is on a mission: to get people to take 10 minutes out of their day to sit in the now. Here he shares his simple to learn, but highly effective techniques of meditation. * Rest an anxious, busy mind * Find greater ease when faced with difficult emotions, thoughts, circumstances * Improve focus and concentration * Sleep better * Achieve new levels of calm and fulfilment. The benefits of mindfulness and meditation are well documented and here Andy brings this ancient practice into the modern world, tailor made for the most time starved among us. First published as Get Some Headspace, this reissue shows you how just 10 minutes of mediation per day can bring about life changing results.
Author : Dan Harris
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 49,28 MB
Release : 2014-03-11
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 006226544X
#1 New York Times Bestseller REVISED WITH NEW MATIERAL Winner of the 2014 Living Now Book Award for Inspirational Memoir "An enormously smart, clear-eyed, brave-hearted, and quite personal look at the benefits of meditation." —Elizabeth Gilbert Nightline anchor Dan Harrisembarks on an unexpected, hilarious, and deeply skeptical odyssey through the strange worlds of spirituality and self-help, and discovers a way to get happier that is truly achievable. After having a nationally televised panic attack, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head, which had propelled him through the ranks of a hypercompetitive business, but had also led him to make the profoundly stupid decisions that provoked his on-air freak-out. Finally, Harris stumbled upon an effective way to rein in that voice, something he always assumed to be either impossible or useless: meditation, a tool that research suggests can do everything from lower your blood pressure to essentially rewire your brain. 10% Happier takes readers on a ride from the outer reaches of neuroscience to the inner sanctum of network news to the bizarre fringes of America’s spiritual scene, and leaves them with a takeaway that could actually change their lives.
Author : Camille Maurine
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 359 pages
File Size : 42,86 MB
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 0061747580
Finally—an approach to meditation especially for women! The benefits of meditations are manifold—but so few practices are tailored to the special needs and interests of women. Now, with Meditation Secrets for Women, you can discover how to love your body and find a time and place to tune into yourself and restore inner balance. Get in touch with your body's natural rhythms. Honor your instincts, and tap into your feminine power so that you can emerge nourished, revitalized, and joyful. Meditation Secrets for Women offers all the tools and insights necessary for women to design their own custom meditation techniques, without all the restrictions of traditional practices. Learn How To: Make use of sensual, pleasurable meditation techniques Gain a refreshing, rejuvenating rest that is deeper than sleep Relieve stress and promote good health Relax and be yourself as you reap life-affirming benefits Live in harmony with your world Enhance your relationships and creativity
Author : Namaskar Book
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 11 pages
File Size : 38,40 MB
Release : 2024-10-21
Category :
ISBN :
In “Exploring the Benefits of Meditation,” readers discover the extensive benefits of incorporating meditation into their daily routines. This comprehensive guide outlines various meditation techniques, from mindfulness to transcendental meditation, and illustrates how these practices can improve mental clarity, emotional balance, and physical health. With practical tips and personal testimonials, learn how to cultivate a consistent meditation practice that enhances your overall well-being and fosters personal growth.
Author : Manon Doucet
Publisher : Marie Anderson Publisher Ltd
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 32,3 MB
Release : 2024-09-26
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1738068633
"Nurturing Mindfulness in Children: A Compassionate Guide" In this essential guide, we delve into the heart of raising mindful children, emphasizing the importance of a compassionate understanding of emotions. Recognizing the unique developmental stages of every child, we offer tailored techniques that foster both emotional intelligence and resilience. This book not only explores structured meditation practices but also highlights the beauty of weaving mindfulness into the fabric of daily life. We recognize the pivotal role of family and community in nurturing a child’s mindfulness journey, emphasizing shared practices and the ripple effect of conscious living. As we venture together on this path, we offer practical intentions for seamlessly integrating mindfulness into family routines, allowing children to embrace presence as second nature. *Nurturing Mindfulness in Children* is not just about imparting a skill but planting a seed—a seed that, with love and care, can bloom into a lifelong embrace of peace and understanding.
Author : Domyo Sater Burk
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 49,23 MB
Release : 2016-02-09
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 1465450408
Relieve stress and improve your understanding of yourself with the ultimate meditation guide for beginners While meditation is viewed in many ways, it's essentially the slowing down of your thoughts in order to achieve awareness. Most meditation practitioners use it as a means of focusing their thoughts and relaxing in their space and mind. Many use it as a daily form of prayer. Meditation can help focus your thinking, lower your stress levels, lower risks for medical issues (such as high blood pressure, glucose levels, and heart disease) and is considered to be preventative medicine. It promotes mind-body balance and fitness, mindfulness, and creativity. Idiot's Guides®: Meditation offers a concise, easy-to-grasp primer on the numerous types of meditation and how to practice them. This book includes: · The definition and fundamental basics of meditation. · Preparing to meditate: what, when, and where to meditate. · Tips for dealing with distractions while meditating. · Working meditation into your daily life. · Types of meditation: Zen, Vipassana (breathing), Tibetan Buddhist, mindfulness, Jewish meditation, Christian prayer, Sufi meditation, and Native American meditation. · The physical and mental benefits of each type of meditation. · Mind-body connection (dealing with emotional challenges and habitual patterns). · Meditation in adults and children. · Healing meditation (dealing with pain).
Author : Amy Epting, MA, RD, CSG, LDN
Publisher : Amy Epting, MA, RD, CSG, LDN, Certified Confidence Coach
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 35,80 MB
Release : 2023-08-14
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN :
The concept of inner peace is a transformative state of being that holds immense power to enrich our lives. Through meditation and mindfulness practices, we can cultivate this state of peace, allowing it to radiate into every aspect of our existence. As adults seeking spiritual fulfillment, the path to inner peace is a sacred journey that leads us towards self-discovery, connection, and profound contentment.
