This book describes Buddhist-Yogic ideas in relation to those of
contemporary Western psychology. The book begins with the Buddhist
view of the human psyche and of the human condition. This leads to
the question of what psychological changes need to be made to
improve that condition. Similarities between Buddhism and Western
Psychology include:
Both are concerned with alleviating inner pain, turmoil,
affliction and suffering.
Both are humanistic and naturalistic in that they focus on the
human condition and interpret it in natural terms.
Both view the human being as caught in a causal framework, in a
matrix of forces such as cravings or drives which are produced by
both our biology and our beliefs.
Both teach the appropriatenss of compassion, concern and
unconditional positive regard towards others.
Both share the ideal of maturing or growth. In the East and the
West, this is interpreted as greater self possession, diminished
cravings and agitations, less impulsivity and deeper observations
which permit us to monitor and change our thoughts and emotional
states.
Buddhism, Yoga, and Western Psychology, especially the recent
emphasis on positive psychology, are concerned with the attainment
of deep and lasting happiness. The thesis of all three is that
self-transformation is the surest path to this happiness.
General
Imprint: |
Routledge
|
Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
July 2009 |
First published: |
July 2009 |
Authors: |
Marvin Levine
|
Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 15mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback - B-format
|
Pages: |
260 |
Edition: |
2nd edition |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-84872-851-6 |
Categories: |
Books >
Medicine >
Nursing & ancillary services >
Medical counselling
|
LSN: |
1-84872-851-4 |
Barcode: |
9781848728516 |
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