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Pema Chödrön
ISBN 9788184958058
Rs. 480
Shambhala
How to Meditate
Who it's for: Beginners and experienced meditators seeking practical guidance
Pema Chödrön's "How to Meditate" offers a comprehensive guide for anyone seeking a deeper connection with themselves and the world. Addressing a common yearning for authenticity, compassion, and inner aliveness, this book provides practical instruction on meditation as a golden key to unlock these profound experiences. It invites readers to engage honestly and openly with their minds, embracing the full spectrum of their experiences.Why You Should Read? Learn fundamental meditation techniques, including posture, breath work, and cultivating an attitude of unconditional friendliness. Discover the importance of gentleness, patience, and humor in maintaining a balanced and sustainable meditation practice. Master Shamatha (calm abiding) to stabilize your mind and remain present amidst life's challenges. Transform your perception of thoughts and emotions, viewing them as opportunities for insight rather than obstacles.
Highlights
- Covers fundamental meditation techniques: posture, breath work, and unconditional friendliness.
- Explains Shamatha (calm abiding) to stabilize the mind and stay present.
- Emphasizes gentleness, patience, and humor in practice.
- Offers a new perspective on thoughts and emotions as opportunities for insight.
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Questions about this book
What meditation techniques does the book teach?
It teaches fundamental techniques including posture, breath work, and cultivating an attitude of unconditional friendliness.
Does the book cover any specific meditation tradition?
Yes, it includes instruction on Shamatha, or calm abiding, a practice for stabilizing the mind.
How does the book suggest dealing with thoughts and emotions during meditation?
It encourages viewing them as opportunities for insight rather than obstacles.
What qualities does the book emphasize for a sustainable practice?
It highlights gentleness, patience, and humor as important for maintaining a balanced practice.