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Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Religions of Indic & Oriental origin > Buddhism > Zen Buddhism
Feel your everyday stresses melt away with 48 simple, accessible
and achievable lessons in this beautiful mindfulness guide From the
renowned Bhuddist monk and million-copy bestselling author of Zen:
The Art of Simple Living, Shunmyo Masuno _________ Learn to let go
of stress, change how you worry, and improve your life for good
with this invaluable companion for reducing anxiety and maintaining
calm. Shunmyo Masuno, Zen Buddhist Monk and million copy
bestselling author of Zen: The Art of Simple Living, will teach you
how to relieve the anxieties of everyday life in 48 vital,
easy-to-achieve lessons. With Don't Worry, you will learn how to:
Focus on the here and now Improve your most important relationships
Take a step back from your worries Regain control of your thoughts
Learn ways to accept yourself as you are By following these simple
steps, you can enjoy a calmer, more relaxed, positive version of
yourself.
Enlightenment is within reach -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
If you're searching for revelation and contentment, look no
further than a handshake, a cup of coffee -- even your laundry
pile. The most mundane details of life contain zen's profound
truths, if you're of the mind to look for them.
By awakening to and embracing the zen in your life, you'll
listen, watch, eat, work, laugh, sleep, and breathe your way to
truth -- every moment of every day.
A rare, intimate account of a world-renowned Buddhist monk’s near-death experience and the life-changing wisdom he gained from it.
In In Love With the World, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, one of the world's most respected leaders of Tibetan meditation, shares his personal story of how he explored the deepest, most hidden aspects of his being, and the near-death experience that came to define his meditation practice and teaching forever. Moving, beautiful and suffused with local colour, Rinpoche shares the invaluable lessons learned during his four-year wandering retreat and the meditation practices that sustained him, showing how we can all transform our fear of dying into joyful living.
One of the world's leading authorities on Zen Buddhism, D. T.
Suzuki was the author of more than a hundred works on the subject
in both Japanese and English, and was most instrumental in bringing
the teachings of Zen Buddhism to the attention of the Western
world. Written in a lively, accessible, and straightforward manner,
"An Introduction to Zen Buddhism" is illuminating for the serious
student and layperson alike. Suzuki provides a complete vision of
Zen, which emphasizes self-understanding and enlightenment through
many systems of philosophy, psychology, and ethics. With a foreword
by the renowned psychiatrist Dr. Carl Jung, this volume has been
generally acknowledged a classic introduction to the subject for
many years. It provides, along with Suzuki's "Essays" and "Manual
of Zen Buddhism," a framework for living a balanced and fulfilled
existence through Zen.
Reflect on wit and wisdom from the Zen masters with the definitive
guide to finding your inner peace. Find true balance with the
wisdom of the Zen masters as your guide. Full of infinite wisdom to
help you nurture your inner self and bring balance into your life,
this pocket-size guide is the perfect gift book for anyone looking
to bring themselves to a higher level of understanding about the
world.
Be more Zen in 2023 with this little book of 100 tips and
activities to soothe the soul 'Brings the spirit of Zen Buddhism to
everyday life . . . 100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily
to add more calm to your life' Daily Telegraph _______ Zen is the
perfect antidote to the stress and uncertainty of modern life . . .
In clear, practical and easy to follow lessons - one a day for 100
days - renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of
wisdom to show you how to apply the essence of Zen to modern life.
You will learn how to exhale deeply to eliminate negative emotions,
to arrange your house simply to clear your thinking, to line up
your shoes at night to bring order to your mind, to plant a single
flower and watch it grow, to worry less about what you cannot
control, and so much more . . . You will even make time to think
about nothing at all. Simplify your life with the art of Zen, and
learn how to feel more relaxed, fulfilled, and with a renewed sense
of peace. _______ 'Full of the simplest yet richest rituals to
adopt in order to live a long and happy life, this book of wisdom
is a soothing balm of peace for anyone living in the busy modern
world' Psychologies 'Does for mental clutter what Marie Kondo has
done for household clutter' Publisher's Weekly 'This little
treasure needs to be at every bedside' llan Lokos, author of
Through the Flames, Patience, and Pocket Peace 'Zen: The Art of
Simple Living makes the wisdom of the Buddha radically accessible'
Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, author of Emotional Rescue and Rebel
Buddha
How can we be happy? How should we treat others? How should we
spend our time? Discover the path to peaceful living with this
beginner's guide to the ancient practice of Zen Zen is a philosophy
for living in a state of kindness, gratitude and awareness,
teaching us to be present and to experience the world as it truly
is. This book will guide you through the concepts of Zen, revealing
how you can apply its principles to your daily life and how you can
reap the benefits to gain a greater sense of peace and calm.
Through simple tips, guided meditations and thought exercises, you
can learn to cultivate Zen, whether you're new to the practice or
have been familiar with it for years. Are you ready to discover the
secrets of Zen? Within these pages you'll find: The history of the
Zen school of thought, and how it has shaped the world we live in
today An introduction to Zen practices and beliefs, including the
Six Virtues and the Five Precepts, and to Zen ceremonies, holidays
and rituals Tips for cultivating and perfecting your practice, and
developing your own sense of "Zen" Step-by-step instructions for
trying various meditations and exercises for yourself Ideas to make
your daily life and home more Zen Exercises in Zen arts, such as
calligraphy, painting, gardening and flower arranging Wise words
from the world's most enlightened thinkers Thought-provoking Zen
teachings to help you see things in a new light
"All that I am, I am because of my mind."
Paavo Nurmi, Olympic runner with nine gold medals in track &
field
All runners strive to get in the ?zone, ? but here they?ll learn
to enter the ZEN ?zone?! By adopting Buddha's mindful approach, you
will discover you can run longer, faster, and harder. This book
shows how to align body and mind for success on?and off?the track!
Iron Man triathlete and philosophy professor Larry Shapiro coaches
you to:
- Walk the talk: Get out and run
- Practice mindfulness: Train harder
- Visualize success: Race the Zen way
- Accept and let go: Cope peacefully with injuries and aging
Complete with case studies, testimonials, and training techniques,
this guide inspires seasoned runners and first timers alike to
pound the path to enlightenment?one stride at a time!
Applies Dogen Kigen's religious philosophy and the philosophy of
Nishida Kitaro to the philosophical problem of personal identity,
probing the applicability of the concept of non-self to the
philosophical problems of selfhood, otherness, and temporality
which culminate in the conundrum of personal identity.
Cooper is the acknowledged international expert on Zen and
psychoanalysis/psychotherapy * First book to offer an fully
integrated mode of Zen and psychoanalysis * Focus on theory and
clinical practice
This award-winning book is centred on the philosophy of the Buddhas
Noble Eightfold Path. It is an ancient principle that, when applied
to 21st-century situations and everyday life, will help you have
more patience, understanding and presence of mind. This book lays
the groundwork for a refreshing return to winning in the truest
sense of the word. When youre winning at the game of life, you live
with respect, integrity and humility. Yes, you can with without
these qualities, but if it comes at the price of selling your soul,
there will be no real happiness or success in the end. Ten percent
of the proceeds of this book benefit the National Animal Welfare
Society.
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How to Focus
(Paperback)
Thich Nhat Hanh; Illustrated by Jason Deantonis
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The Genius of Japanese Carpentry tells the story of the
1200-year-old Yakushiji monastery in Nara, a UNESCO World Heritage
Site, and the dedicated modern-day craftsmen who are working to
restore what has been lost to the depredations of time, fire and
warfare. Although the monastery's reconstruction will not be fully
completed until 2030, one of the primary temples, the Picture Hall,
has been wholly restored employing the same materials, tools and
techniques originally used in its creation over a millennium ago.
Featuring intricate, puzzle-like joinery and the integration of
timber pieces to orient them in the same direction as when it was a
growing tree, this book skillfully documents the stunning
craftsmanship of the ancient Japanese, which is still alive today.
First published more than thirty years ago, this book has become a
classic. Author Azby Brown, one of the world's leading experts on
Japanese architecture, chronicles the painstaking restoration of
the Yakushiji monastery through: Extensive interviews with
carpenters and woodworkers Original drawings based on the plans of
master carpenter Tsunekazu Nishioka Detailed photographs and
diagrams showing the woodworking techniques, tools and materials
used This revised edition of the book contains a new foreword by
Mira Locher, one of the world's leading experts on vernacular and
modern Japanese architecture. An inspiring testament to the
dedication of these craftsmen and their philosophy of carpentry
work as a form of personal fulfillment, The Genius of Japanese
Carpentry offers detailed documentation of the restoration of this
historic building and a moving reminder of the unique cultural
continuity found in Japan.
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author, an extraordinary
story of redemption in the darkest of places. Jarvis Jay Masters's
early life was a horror story whose outline we know too well. Born
in Long Beach, California, his house was filled with crack,
alcohol, physical abuse, and men who paid his mother for sex. He
and his siblings were split up and sent to foster care when he was
five, and he progressed quickly to juvenile detention, car theft,
armed robbery, and ultimately San Quentin. While in prison, he was
set up for the murder of a guard - a conviction which landed him on
death row, where he's been since 1990. At the time of his murder
trial, he was held in solitary confinement, torn by rage and
anxiety, felled by headaches, seizures, and panic attacks. A
criminal investigator repeatedly offered to teach him breathing
exercises which he repeatedly refused, until desperation moved him.
With uncanny clarity, David Sheff describes Masters's gradual but
profound transformation from a man dedicated to hurting others to
one who has prevented violence on the prison yard, counselled high
school kids by mail, and helped prisoners -and even guards - find
meaning in their lives. Along the way, Masters becomes drawn to the
Buddhist principles - compassion, sacrifice, and living in the
moment -and gains the admiration of Buddhists worldwide. And while
he is still in San Quentin and still on death row, he shows us all
how to ease our everyday suffering, relish the light that surrounds
us, and endure the tragedies that befall us all.
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Zen Golf
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Dr.Joseph Parent
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In this ground-breaking approach to golf instruction, Dr Joseph
Parent, both a noted PGA Tour coach and a respected Buddhist
teacher, draws on this natural connection to teach golfers how to
play with more consistency and less frustration, and consequently
how to lower their scores. 'When body and mind are synchronized, we
can uncover our inherent dignity and confidence. The ultimate goal
is not just to help people become better golfers, but better human
beings.' Zen Golf offers a fresh perspective for golf and for life.
Instead of focusing on what's wrong with us - what's broken, flawed
or missing - we can take the attitude that there is something
fundamentally, essentially right with us. In chapters such as 'How
to Get from the Practice Tee to the First Tee', 'You Practice What
You Fear', and 'How to Enjoy a Bad Round of Golf', author Joseph
Parent shows how to make one's mind an ally rather than an enemy:
how to stay calm, clear the interference that leads to bad shots,
and eliminate bad habits and mental mistakes. Rather than an
instruction manual that takes you through a systematic programme,
it is a collection of brief chapters offering the wisdom of
traditional Zen stories and teachings distilled from a lifetime of
actual lessons with golfers, many of whom are PGA professionals.
Continued success at golf (and any other endeavour) requires
preparation, action and response - these form the framework for the
instructions presented in Zen Golf. Applied correctly, they will
help every reader of this unique book to achieve their peak
performance.
'Suzuki's works on Zen Buddhism are among the best contributions to
the knowledge of living Buddhism' Carl Jung Essays in Zen Buddhism
was the first book to fully introduce Zen in the West. In it, Dr
D.T. Suzuki outlines the origins of Zen as a unique Chinese
interpretation of the Doctrine of Enlightenment with the aim of
attaining Satori ('Sudden Enlightenment'). He describes how Satori
can be achieved and the methods that can bring it about - but
always stresses that Zen has to be a way of life that can cope with
the demands and frustrations of everyday life. Exploring the
history of Buddhism, the daily life of a Zen monk and the path to
enlightenment, Essays in Zen Buddhism offers an understanding of
Zen not as a religion but as a way of perceiving, acting and being.
It is both a classic introduction to Zen and a foundation for
living a fulfilled life. After reaching enlightenment at the age of
27, Dr Suzuki spent the next 65 years writing about Buddhism and
teaching in universities in Europe and the US. Widely regarded as
the twentieth century's leading authority on Buddhism, he was
nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1963.
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