Bestselling author and renowned Zen teacher Steve Hagen penetrates the most essential and enduring questions at the heart of the Buddha's teachings: How can we see the world in each moment, rather than merely as what we think, hope, or fear it is? How can we base our actions on reality, rather than on the longing and loathing of our hearts and minds? How can we live lives that are wise, compassionate, and in tune with reality? And how can we separate the wisdom of Buddhism from the cultural trappings and misconceptions that have come to be associated with it?

Drawing on down-to-earth examples from everyday life and stories from Buddhist teachers past and present, Hagen tackles these fundamental inquiries with his trademark lucid, straightforward prose. The newcomer to Buddhism will be inspired by this accessible and provocative introduction, and those more familiar with Buddhism will welcome this much needed hands-on guide to understanding what it truly means to be awake. By being challenged to question what we take for granted, we come to see the world as it truly is. Buddhism Is Not What You Think offers a profound and clear path to a life of joy and freedom.

Originally published in 1914, this book brings up the interesting theory that we are all able to 'tap' into our spiritual powers and may enhance our lives if we do so. 'The spiritual life is not a special career, involving abstraction from the world of things. It is a part of every man's life; and until he has realised it he is not a complete human being, has not entered into possession of all his powers.' Contents Include: What is Mysticism? - The World of Reality - The Preparation of the Mystic - Meditation and Recollection - Self-Adjustment - Love and Will - The First Form of Contemplation - The Second Form of Contemplation - The Third Form of Contemplation - The Mystical Life

Between 1982 and 2012, I took 95 major trips to foreign and domestic destinations as tour designer and leader. My tours were tailored to include experiences not enjoyed by the average traveler. Bet you didn't see what we did This book is about: Traveling off the beaten path to see the beauty and unusual details that others miss Cultural and historical facts and trivia that add interest to the traveler's experience Humorous events that occurred on our journeys The importance of seeing everything there was to see where we went, knowing that we may not be back Entertaining episodes, unique people, fresh perspectives, and "close calls" encountered along the way. With the daring of "Indiana Jones" and the enthusiasm of "Auntie Mame" you will be tempted to follow your heart and see the world.

Life's Like That was born when I was having trouble getting clients at the Family Counseling Center. That is a fancy name that came from my family counseling career. I thought I needed to get some ads in the local newspaper. That led to my meeting Mr Rowe Ray, the managing editor of the San Marcos Daily Record. I simply wanted to explore possibilities but ended with an invitation to write a weekly column for the newspaper. I can honestly say I never broke my word on confidentiality; i.e., everything we talked about stayed in the Center, everything that is except the funny things. I was counseling with a game warden that told me about a lady who was losing a sheep a night to one old hungry coyote. Whenever the warden came out, she would start feeling sorry for the coyote and asked the warden not to shoot it. Finally she had five sheep left. She called the warden and once again told him she wasn't ready to have him hunt down the coyote. The warden looked at the little flock of sheep and said, "Mrs. Jones, whatever you say, but we've only got five more days anyway." As you read this book there will be tears and sunshine. The good news is you don't have to sit down and read it all at once. Life Really Is Like That.

Discover the keys to a life of success, fulfilment, wholeness and plenty

We live in a time of fear and insecurity, wrapped up in a mindset of lack, scarcity and limitation. Too often we focus on the things we don't have and allow our egos to drive our thoughts, actions and reactions, preventing us from reaching something greater. Now is the time for change, to reset our focus and strive for life's unbounded possibilities.

In Abundance, master of modern meditation Deepak Chopra illuminates the path to abundance, helping readers become agents of change in their own lives. Demonstrating how to work past self-generated feelings of limitation and fear and providing meditations to help you focus and direct your attention and intuition, this is your guide to a life of stability, prosperity, insight, creativity, love and true power.

"Exousia" throws back the blankets from religious myopia and reveals the horizons of spiritual freedom.

The Greek word exousia means the right to become the child of God. Although based upon Judeo-Christian philosophy, "Exousia" explores cross-religious doctrines such as purpose, inspiration, faith, love, the spirit of God, hope, prayer, judgment, sin, Hell, Heaven, and eternal life. It offers a completely new approach to understanding these old familiar -- and oftentimes divisive -- subjects.

Exousia resolves the controversy surrounding our purpose in this life, and presents God as an interested and devoted originator. Faith, hope, and love are unlocked in a way that will invigorate the soul and awaken the heart of every reader.

Originally published in 1902, this book is 'A practical scientific explanation of thought or mind force - the law which governs all mental and physical action and phenomena - the cause of life and death'. A fascinating early look at the powers of the mind and the exertion of positive energy and willpower. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. Contents Include - What is Mentalism? - The Importance of Will power - Man's Superior Power - Harmony-The Key - How to Cultivate Will Power - Solitude and Concentration - How Character and Destiny are Formed and Controlled by Mentalism - The Immortality of the Soul are Dreams - What is Genius - How to Select the Right Vocation - How to Strengthen the Memory - How Parents can Control their Children, How to Win Friends and Affection - Disease; Its Cause and Cure - Disease; Its Cause and Cure Continued - Disease; Its Cause and Cure Continued - What is Hypnotism - What is Personal Magnetism - How to Cure Evil Habits, Magnetic Healing or Mentalism - The Foundation of Spiritualism, Clairvoyance, Mediumship, Telepathy, and Intuition - The Basis of Christian Science

World's Oldest Boy Survives Earthquake, Tsunami, Death and More. On His Journey to Enlightenment Now that I've got your attention, this is not going to be a Chicken Soup for the Soul kind of book. Instead, it is a very real, down-and-dirty, lusty life chronicle that could very possibly change your life. I'd say this book is more like an Indiana Jones and the Temple of Dharma adventure. So, if this is more your style, keep reading. I'm sure some of this book may be too radical for some blissed-out soul seeker types, but I've got to be real because truth is all I've got. I'm what you would call The bad boy of enlightenment as I'm not your typical saintly soul seeker am quite rough around the edges I eat meat, I prefer a good party to a group meditation, and I suffer from an array of personal defects. You're probably thinking, Gandhi he ain't. And I will tell you, You're right But in spite of all that, I have always had a passionate desire to find God and figure out what the hell this enlightenment thing is everyone talks about. Famous people claim it's the best buzz in the universe. Me? I've always liked a good buzz, so I figured enlightenment was for me, too. adventure. I might have been saved a scar or two. Of course, considering the way that I am, it probably wouldn't have made any difference. I seem to learn only through direct and dramatic experiences. Heck, why miss out on the adventure? Let me share some truth with you right now. Believe it or not, each of us is a spiritual being on a wondrous journey back home to God. The challenges we have in our life are but steppingstones that toughen us up and help us to learn the most important lesson of all: to Love. Quite simply, we are each a divine spark of God and God is Love. But many of us forget that fact and put ourselves through all sorts of ordeals, heartache, and unpleasant things as we struggle to make it through life. I certainly did and have the scars and broken bones to prove it. As a matter of fact, you could consider my tales are more like war stories. These war stories may turn your tummy inside-out.for the enemy was that dreadful Who was this hideous enemy you might ask? The war I waged was against my own self, which made this thorny foe almost invincible. matter how many mistakes and dumb things you think you've done: if I can reach enlightenment after all I've been through, then so can you

This book probes a complex system through which logical and rational conclusions can be made concerning your purpose in this life and why you experience any and all things as you make the journey from birth to death and beyond. There is no longer any doubt that people in the world today are seeking solutions and answers as to why the world is experiencing so much distress and destruction. People are in awe of tsunamis, hurricanes, earthquakes, terrorism, tornadoes and their immensity at this time in history. Many individuals are worried about the existence of God and whether God is truly a force that can help them in the wake of these scary events taking place in the world. The Aryan Culture of Celestial Correspondences, which we call the Vedic Code of Science as revealed by the ancient sages, is an excellent tool to open doors to the future and provide the ultimate answers to all the questions that every individual or collective group may have. Unlike astrology or psychic guessing, reasonably intelligent people can understand the Vedic Code and, like mathematics, it works whenever it is applied and not when a superstitious application or interpretation is made. Hopefully in the next century, the Vedic Code, as presented in this book, will provide the most dramatic evidence that the trend of the world or of any individual can be anticipated in a direct way, so as to avoid disappointments and failure in life. No longer will there be a sense of insecurity and insignificance. People will be able to directly tell when something will happen in their life through the secrets of the Vedic Code of Science.

"A man was promised riches if he could swim three kilometers; he swam one and a half kilometers, got tired, and swam back. It takes the same amount of energy to retreat, so invest it in completion." Combining powerful concepts and principles from both theology and business, "So You Want to Be the Master?" delivers tools and techniques for taking control of your inner thoughts and outward actions so that you can navigate today's complicated society with confidence and ease. Joshua Maponga takes an in-depth philosophical yet practical approach to ten guiding values: privacy, effort, development, action, self-esteem, sympathy, situations, service, joy, and direction. He offers insight into each value, how society has corrupted it, and how you can use it to recover yourself and succeed in your own life with relationships and in business. Asserting that "how you believe is how you behave," Maponga shows you how faith-no matter what religion you follow-directly impacts your morality and your ability to deal ethically and effectively with modern issues. Weaving theological wisdom with common-sense advice and exercises, this inspirational guide will help you master the art of registering your existence, leaving your footprint, and impacting the world.