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Books > Mind, Body & Spirit
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.
The past century has born witness to a growing interest in the
belief systems of ancient Europe, with an array of contemporary
Pagan groups claiming to revive these old ways for the needs of the
modern world. By far the largest and best known of these Paganisms
has been Wicca, a new religious movement that can now count
hundreds of thousands of adherents worldwide. Emerging from the
occult milieu of mid twentieth-century Britain, Wicca was first
presented as the survival of an ancient pre-Christian Witch-Cult,
whose participants assembled in covens to venerate their Horned God
and Mother Goddess, to celebrate seasonal festivities, and to cast
spells by the light of the full moon. Spreading to North America,
where it diversified under the impact of environmentalism,
feminism, and the 1960s counter-culture, Wicca came to be presented
as a Goddess-centred nature religion, in which form it was
popularised by a number of best-selling authors and fictional
television shows. Today, Wicca is a maturing religious movement
replete with its own distinct world-view, unique culture, and
internal divisions. This book represents the first published
academic introduction to be exclusively devoted to this fascinating
faith, exploring how this Witches' Craft developed, what its
participants believe and practice, and what the Wiccan community
actually looks like. In doing so it sweeps away widely-held
misconceptions and offers a comprehensive overview of this religion
in all of its varied forms. Drawing upon the work of historians,
anthropologists, sociologists, and scholars of religious studies,
as well as the writings of Wiccans themselves, it provides an
original synthesis that will be invaluable for anyone seeking to
learn about the blossoming religion of modern Pagan Witchcraft.
Curate the ultimate crystal collection and bring harmony to mind,
body and spirit with this modern guide to these enchanting stones
They're striking, precious and have long been prized for their
beauty, but have you ever tapped into the extraordinary magic of
crystals? The grand powers attributed to these little stones are
infinite, and this book is here to help enhance your everyday life
by revealing the practical and spiritual benefits each crystal has
to offer. Crystals can bring positivity and prosperity into your
life, and the easy-to-follow information in this book offers
guidance on choosing the right crystal for your needs and
harnessing their awesome healing energies. This is the ideal guide
for ardent and aspiring crystal lovers alike. Discover how to make
the most of your collection with simple tips on the best methods of
cleansing, charging and storing your crystals. Featuring detailed
crystal profiles complete with beautiful colour photos and key
information on dozens of stones - from their identifiable features
to their unique energies - these pages contain everything you need
to know to feel the full force of these natural treasures.
In an age of social isolation, what does it mean to belong?
Humanity is at an inflection point. Stress, disconnection, and
increasing environmental degradation have people yearning for more
than just material progress, personal freedom, or political
stability. We are searching for deeper connection. We are longing
to belong. On Belonging is an exploration of the crisis of social
isolation and of the fundamental human need to belong. It considers
belonging across four core dimensions: in our relationships with
other people, in our rootedness in nature, in our ability to
influence political and economic decision-making, and in our
finding of meaning and purpose in our lives, with lessons on how to
create communities centered on human connection. A trailblazing
advocate and thought leader on questions of social connectedness,
Kim Samuel introduces readers to leaders around the world who are
doing the work to cultivate belonging. Whether through sports,
medicine, music, business, culture, or advocacy, the people and
programs in this book offer us meaningful lessons on building a
world where we all feel at home.
Our dreams can be wild, beautiful, and sometimes just bizarre, but
what do they mean? First published in the 19th century, but now
updated and revised for modern readers, The Dream Book is your
guide to untangling the meaning of every midnight reverie. The
Dream Book includes two ways to make sense of your dreams. First,
guided by your intuition, you'll learn to create a unique cipher
that will guide you to the meaning of your dream. The second part
of the book features a dictionary of symbols - from camels to
kisses, kittens to coffee (don't worry, your dream latte portends
great happiness) - and their meanings. Beautiful and baffling,
sacred and scary, The Dream Book is a lighthearted guide to
deciphering the meaning of every dream.
The third and final book in Cornelia Funke's internationally
celebrated trilogy - magical, thrilling and mesmerising. 'I don't
think I've ever read anything that conveys so well the joys,
terrors and pitfalls of reading' Diana Wynne Jones on Inkheart Life
in the Inkworld has been far from easy since the extraordinary
events of Inkspell, when the story of Inkheart magically drew
Meggie, Mo and Dustfinger back into its pages. With Dustfinger
dead, and the evil Adderhead now in control, the story in which
they are all caught has taken an unhappy turn. Even Elinor, left
alone in the real world, believes her family to be lost - lost
between the covers of a book. But as winter comes on there is
reason to hope - if only Meggie and Mo can rewrite the wrongs of
the past and make a dangerous pact with death ... A thrilling and
magical series about stories and the imagination they inspire Book
1, Inkheart, is now a major movie starring Andy Serkis, Paul
Bettany and Brendan Fraser! Cornelia Funke is the
critically-acclaimed, internationally bestselling author of Dragon
Rider and The Thief Lord
'In a world dominated by distraction, this book is a timely
reminder of the value of focused attention.' Adam Grant, #1 New
York Times bestselling author of Think Again Does your mind wander?
Do you find it hard to concentrate? Do you jump from one task to
another? Are you stressed? Anxious? Depressed? Fearful? The life
you want is within reach by learning to focus. By mastering the
skill of focus, we can become our best selves. Focus lies at the
core of all human success, but never before have so many of us
experienced the inability to concentrate. Distraction is a silent
epidemic in our modern world. It is damaging relationships, our
working lives and our happiness. We've become masters of
distraction because that's what we practice all day, every day. As
our fast-paced lives compete with a relentless bombardment of
information, we switch focus from one thing to another all the
time. The Power of Unwavering Focus is a practical, ten-step guide
to understanding and harnessing the human mind. Whether you're
seeking to improve yourself as a parent, a leader or an attentive
listener, this book will help you learn how to focus and in doing
so, dramatically improve your productivity, relationships, mental
health, happiness and your ability to achieve your life goals.
Drawing on ancient Hindu monastic tradition, Dandapani shows us
that concentration is a skill that we can learn and improve through
practice.
Originally published as a 24-week correspondence course, The Master
Key System is a step by step process for achieving the life and
success that you’ve always desired. Using the creative power of
thought, Charles F. Haanel guides readers to understand and harness
their own mental power in order to manifest the life they wish to
experience. Each of the 24 lessons includes study questions and
responses to deepen your understanding of the material. Practical
and accessible, The Master Key System is a transformative guide to
living a fulfilling, successful life. The Master Key System is part
of the GPS (Good, Practical Simple) Guides to Life series, which
aims to introduce a new audience of readers to the life changing
writings of past generations. This new edition also includes the
bonus book Mental Chemistry also by Haanel.
The Map of Consciousness Explained is an essential primer on the
late Dr David R. Hawkins's teachings on human consciousness and
their associated energy fields. Using muscle testing, Dr Hawkins
conducted more than 250,000 calibrations during 20 years of
research to define a range of values, attitudes and emotions that
correspond to levels of consciousness. This range of values - along
with a logarithmic scale of 1 to 1,000 - became the Map of
Consciousness, which Dr Hawkins first wrote about in his New York
Times bestseller, Power vs. Force. In this book, readers will gain
an introduction and deeper understanding of the Map, with visual
charts and practical applications to help them heal, recover and
evolve to higher levels of consciousness and energy.
"The Secret" continues to be the publishing phenomenon of the year,
an international mega-bestseller that has inspired millions of
people to live extraordinary lives. "The Secret Gratitude Book" is
the only official, authorized companion to the original book. This
beautiful journal is full of passionate and wise affirmations and
insights, written by Rhonda Byrne, that will allow readers to bring
joy and harmony to every aspect of their lives.Inspired by Rhonda's
writings, it condenses the essence and wisdom of the original book,
helping readers to continue their personal journey of
transformation. This is not a diary and it does not contain dates -
it is a timeless workbook that fans of "The Secret" will use as a
personal record of their soul's journey, as they continue to
enhance and enrich their lives. Beautifully designed, with a
magnetic flap closer and a ribbon marker, it will help readers
focus their energies and clearly and effectively maximize the law
of attraction in their lives. It is one of the most powerful tools
you can use to transform your life into total joy.
This easy-to-use guide is filled with bite-sized tips, techniques
and inspiration for helping you to manifest your best life
Everyone's definition of happiness looks different; whether you
base your contentment on success, love or financial security, this
book will help you to identify and clarify your goals, and provide
you with everything you need to start manifesting the life of your
dreams. Manifestation is one of the most powerful tools we have at
our disposal, and the good news is that anyone can try it - the
universe is ready and waiting to help you achieve your goals,
realize your dreams and live your best life. By harnessing your
positive energy through techniques such as visualization and
scripting, you can communicate your desires to the universe and
start working towards attaining them. It's time to start changing
your life through the power of your mind! Inside you'll find: A
range of manifesting techniques to maximize success Easy-to-follow
visualization methods Top tips on how to get the most out of your
manifesting Uplifting quotes and affirmations to inspire your
journey Trust in the universe and it will deliver.
The book Dr. Christiane Northrup promised "will change your mind
and your brain in the best possible way," A strong memory and a
healthy brain aren't as difficult to maintain as one might think.
Combining the latest neuroscience research with age-old wisdom
about resilience, mindfulness, and stress reduction, Drs. Henry
Emmons and David Alter show that vibrant aging is within reach.
Together they demonstrate how to blend the best of modern science
and Eastern holistic medicine to form a powerful drug-free program
that will maintain a youthful mind and a happy life. With more than
fifty-five years of combined experience in the fields of
neuroscience and psychiatry, Dr. Emmons and Dr. Alter have taken
their expertise and translated the fundamentals of brain science
into an easily accessible collection of the nine key lessons proven
to preserve and strengthen mental acuity. Filled with
easy-to-understand theories and practical exercises to work out
your brain, Staying Sharp provides you with "reliable information
on how to minimize cognitive decline" (The New York Times) so you
can live more joyfully, age more gracefully, and build intimacy in
your relationships, no matter what your age.
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