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Osho is known around the world for his pioneering contribution to meditation - the science of inner transformation - with the unique approach of his "Osho Active Meditations" acknowledging the accelerated pace of the contemporary world and bringing meditation into modern life. Based on the Seven Points of Mind Training by the 11th-century Buddhist mystic Atisha, The Book of Wisdom removes the dust of tradition that has gathered around meditation, conveying the essential science and methodology of the practice with a freshness and spontaneity that is rarely found in contemporary spiritual works.

In simple and straightforward language, Bhante Gunaratana shares the Buddha's teachings on mindfulness and how we can use these principles to improve our daily lives, deepen our mindfulness, and move closer to our spiritual goals. Based on the classic Satipatthana Sutta, one of the most succinct yet rich explanations of meditation, Bhante's presentation is nonetheless thoroughly modern.

Freedom from suffering is not only possible, but the means for achieving it are immediately within our grasp - literally as close to us as our own breath. This is the 2,500-year-old good news contained in the Anapanasati Sutra, the Buddha's teaching on cultivating both tranquility and deep insight through full awareness of breathing. In this book, Larry Rosenberg brings this timeless meditation method to life.

Mindful Teaching and Teaching Mindfulness emphasizes how the teacher's personal familiarity with mindfulness plants the seed for an education infused with attention, awareness, kindness, empathy, compassion, and gratitude. The book follows a teacher from morning to night on a typical school day, at home, during the commute, and before, during, and after class.

It originated in Asia, moved to Europe, and is now consumed worldwide — a slightly-fermented tea that is purported to cure everything from indigestion to cancer. We’re talking about kombucha, which has exploded in popularity in the last quarter century. While the exact health benefits of kombucha remain unproven, it’s quite certain that the effervescent elixir provides its worldwide fans with a spiritual lift unlike any other drink.

Rene Descartes is often described as the first modern philosopher, but much of the content of his Meditations on First Philosophy can be found in the medieval period that had already existed for more than a thousand years. Does God exist? If so, what is his nature? Is the human soul immortal? How does it differ from the body? What role do sense experience and pure reason play in knowing?

With practical teachings and detailed instructions, Ken Wilber introduces Integral Mindfulness, a new way of practicing the widely popular meditation. Integral Mindfulness applies many of the leading-edge insights of Ken Wilber's Integral Theory - the first system to combine Eastern teachings on the five stages of awakening with the eight major Western models of human development, thus portraying the complete path of human evolution.

Is stress a deadly disease on the rise in modern society? Can mind-body practices from the East help us become well? When it comes to healing, we believe we must look beyond doctors and drugs; we must look within ourselves. Faith, relationships, and attitude matter. But why do we believe such things? From psychoanalysis to the placebo effect to meditation, this vibrant cultural history describes mind-body healing as rooted in a patchwork of stories, allowing us to make new sense of our suffering and to rationalize new treatments and lifestyles.

大好評!心に沁み入るブッダの教え。ストレスに悩まされるあなたの心を解放する「ビジネスパーソン向け瞑想法」をわかりやすく伝えます。


「瞑想」というと、どういったことを思い浮かべますか?
理想の人生を実現させたい、そんなときに瞑想は大きな力を発揮するのです。

この一冊に、瞑想とはどういうことか・悟りとは何か、そして「瞑想法」についてわかりやすく書かれています。
読めばすぐに始められる、ほんの少しの時間で実践できる「人生を明るく生きるためのコツ」がここにあります。
人間の財産である脳細胞を活発にさせ、脳の奥底に潜んでいる素晴らしい能力を掘り起こしましょう。

In his thought-provoking and entertaining book, David Michie explains the nuts and bolts of meditation. As a busy professional, as well as long-term meditator, he also gives a first-hand account of how to integrate this transformational practice into everyday life. Combining leading edge science with timeless wisdom, Hurry Up and Meditate provides all the motivation and tools you need to achieve greater balance, better health and a more panoramic perspective on life.

A fun and simple way to disengage from the pressures of the outside world and find a place of peace internally. With the aid of color breathing and guided imagery, these meditations will enliven your spirit and inspire your heart. Each of the 12 individual color meditations will evoke a particular emotional response and can be used as a tool to transform sadness to joy, anger to peace, or fear to love.

Author and philosopher Sydney Banks once again brings to life his wise and simple gardener as a voice through which Banks presents more implications of the Three Principles that create human reality, calling on us to realize that to fully understand the Principles is to liberate one's spirit. In this sequel to Sydney Banks’ book The Enlightened Gardener, two colleagues return to England to meet once again with the remarkable gardener whose simple yet profound philosophy made such a difference to their lives.

Meditation - ein pragmatischer, realistischer Kurzratgeber!Du möchtest deine Gesundheit verbessern, wirklich erfolgreich werden, dich selbst verwirklichen, mehr Liebe im Leben verspüren und wohlhabender werden. Du bist allerdings faul oder vielbeschäftigt und dir fehlt dafür die Zeit? Dann solltest du unbedingt von der Macht der Meditation Gebrauch machen! Die Meditation ist ein uraltes Prinzip für die geistige Weiterentwicklung. Erlernt und beherrscht man sie, sind die Möglichkeiten unendlich. Durch regelmäßige Meditation gelingt es dir Stück für Stück, dich von deinem unstillbaren Geist zu befreien und dein Leben wieder unter Kontrolle zu bringen.

Delve into one of the pioneering studies of brain science, where the intricate relationship between the physical brain and individual personality is examined. This early 1910 work discusses insights on speech, language, and the mind, blending historical perspectives with enduring relevance. Join us in exploring a fascinating journey through the brains influence on who we are. (Summary by TriciaG)

Experience peace, love, and inner calm when you listen to this superb, high-quality hypnosis MP3 by Glenn Harrold. Connecting with an inner peace and overcoming stress and anxiety are easy when you know how. This hypnosis MP3 includes techniques that will help you to create a profound inner peace and calm in a safe and natural way, free of any harmful side effects.

El Tao Te King, de más de 2000 años de antigedad, es uno de los ejes referenciales del pensamiento oriental. Atribuido de Lao-Tsé, del cual se dice que estuvo meditando durante 80 años en el vientre de su madre virgen antes de decidirse a nacer, consta de 81 puntos compuestos de máximas breves en torno al "Tao", y de modo singular empieza la obra afirmando que 'Del Tao que se puede hablar, no es el Tao eterno'.

Michael Jordan and countless other NBA stars credit George Mumford with transforming their game. A widely respected public speaker and coach, Mumford shares his story and strategies in The Mindful Athlete. His proven techniques transform the performance of anyone with a goal, be they an Olympian, weekend warrior, executive, hacker, or artist.

If meditation was available in capsule form, it would be the biggest selling drug of all time. It has been scientifically proven to deliver highly effective stress relief, boost our immune systems and dramatically slow the aging process. It has also been shown to make us much happier and more effective thinkers.

The Unplugged Life Podcast: Your Reset for Depleted MumsYou pick up your phone to “quickly check” something, and suddenly an hour or more has vanished. You’re caught in the endless scroll, feeling drained, overwhelmed, and disconnected from your family, your life, and most importantly, yourself. Sound familiar?The Unplugged Life is your weekly reset, created especially for depleted mums who are running on empty, weighed down by the mental load, and longing for a break from the constant demands of modern motherhood. It’s time to step back from the ‘always-on’ culture, release the ...

The Healers Council creates a space for us to join in conversation with wise healers as we explore a wisdom that can inspire and inform our work as twenty-first century healers.