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Author
Pub. Date
c2006
Physical Desc
155 p. ; 17 cm.
Description
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...
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
xxvii, 484 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Description
The Mind Illuminated is the first how-to meditation guide from a neuroscientist who is also an acclaimed meditation master. This innovative book offers a 10-stage program that is both deeply grounded in ancient spiritual teachings about mindfulness and holistic health, and also draws from the latest brain science to provide a roadmap for anyone interested in achieving the benefits of mindfulness. Dr. John Yates offers a new and fascinating model of...
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly color illustrations ; 27 cm
Description
"You can squat like a frog or lounge like a cat-but if you want to sit like a buddha easy and free, there are seven key steps for taking your seat. Sit with Me invites kids of all ages to learn meditation through lyrical verse and playful illustrations, showing how everyone is capable of sitting still, taking a breath, and letting their mind rest. The book includes step-by-step instructions to show kids the correct posture and state of mind to best...
Author
Pub. Date
[2009], p2000
Physical Desc
1 sound media player (2 hr., 30 min.) : digital ; 3 3/8 x 2 1/8 in.
Description
The Zen meditation master and poet focuses on how to bring mindful awareness into all aspects of our daily lives, such as the work place, home and family, love relationships, parenting, etc.
Author
Pub. Date
c2011
Physical Desc
107 p. ; 19 cm.
Description
""The brightened mind is one that is able to make better choices," says Sumano Bhikkhu--choices appropriate to our true being that will lead to meaningful happiness and a fulfilled life. Having left the hectic world of Chicago real estate decades ago to become a Thai Buddhist monk, he knows what he's talking about. This simple, short introduction to meditation, particularly well suited to young people, can help anyone rattled with the stresses of...
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
xl, 453 pages ; 24 cm.
Description
A renowned philosopher of the mind, also known for his groundbreaking work on Buddhism and cognitive science, Evan Thompson combines the latest neuroscience research on sleep, dreaming, and meditation with Indian and Western philosophy of the mind, casting new light on the self and its relation to the brain. Thompson shows how the self is a changing process, not a static thing. When we are awake we identify with our body, but if we let our mind wander...
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