A poet and teacher of meditation provides insight into the concepts, aims, and techniques of vipassana, the mindfulness or insight method of Buddhist meditation.

Thich Nhat Hanh teaches "meditations in motion" which is a series of gentle exercises created specifically to cultivate a joyful awareness of the body and breath.

In The Energy of Prayer Thich Nhat Hanh looks at the applications and effectiveness of prayer in Buddhist and other spiritual traditions and closely examines the question of why we pray. The Energy of Prayer introduces the reader to several meditation methods that re-envision prayer as an open, inclusive, and accessible practice that helps create healthy lives through the power of awareness and intention. The Energy of Prayer includes visualization...

A series of practical essays, step-by-step exercises, and illuminating stories from the Lama Tarthang Tulku, who has spent more than thirty years living and teaching in the West. There is nothing difficult or complicated in his methods; instead, he gives us easy practical guidance for each step of the meditation path. We learn how to clear the mind and prepare both mind and body for meditation. We learn how to let go of fear and anxiety, be more honest...

As anyone who has tried it knows, meditation looks simple, but at times it can be difficult. The most potential you can have on your contemplative path is a trusted teacher like Jack Kornfield, who stands out as one of the most helpful and encouraging Western instructors for newcomers to the art of meditation. With Guided Meditation, this renowned Buddhist teacher brings you six practices that will open the door to the serenity and joy of meditation,...

In this beautiful and lucid guide, Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh offers gentle anecdotes and practical exercise as a means of learning the skills of mindfulness--being awake and fully aware. From washing the dishes to answering the phone to peeling an orange, he reminds us that each moment holds within it an opportunity to work toward greater self-understanding and peacefulness.