A guide to meditation and mindfulness written by Buddhist monk Gelong Thubten.

Drawing on the practices, beliefs and teachings of Buddhism, this book reveals the benefits of turning your consciousness inwards and with a new awareness teaches you how to quieten your mind and find calm in a chaotic world.

How do we say what we mean in a way that the other person can really hear? How can we learn to listen with compassion and understanding? Why do people communicate so differently and how can we reach across our differences to strengthen our relationships? This title deals with these questions.

This title offers an inspiring, practical guide to applying the principles of Buddhism to every part of your daily life.

Argues that religion is not a necessity for pursuing a spiritual life. This modern-day polemic outlines those ethics that the Dalai Lama believes should be central to our lives.

Explores the challenges faced by Buddhism today, the distinctive forms that it has taken, the individuals and movements that have shaped it, and the modern history of Buddhism in different geographical regions.

Examining the historical development of Buddhism and its presence today, this guide covers: principal traditions; practices and beliefs; ethical guidelines and philosophy; religious texts; and, community. It is suitable for students and interested readers wanting to familiarise themselves with the Buddhist faith.

Features tools which comprise of teachings, exercises and reflections which can be applied to everyday life. These tools draw on the Buddhist tradition to guide us along a progressive path of ethics, meditation and wisdom in the context of our day-to-day living.

An exciting set of tales from the Buddhist tradition to inspire, move, challenge and amuse

Offers prayers and meditations from one of the greatest spiritual traditions of the world, Buddism. This title is divided into four colour-coded groups of cards, organised according to theme: Truth & Awareness, Love & Compassion, Peace & Happiness, and Insight & Meditations. It incorporates a built-in card-holder to facilitate reading.

With this historical introduction to Buddhism, the authors aim to portray the thoughts and actions of the followers of Buddha. The book covers ritual, devotionalism, doctrine, meditation, practice, and institutional history.

Guides the reader towards a richer understanding of the central concepts of classical Indian Buddhist thought, from the time of Buddha to the latest scholarly perspectives and controversies.

By the end of the year, you'll see the world and yourself in a different light and know how to work towards lasting happiness, self-mastery and inner freedom.

'Alexander Norman knows the Dalai Lama probably better than any Englishman alive' SpectatorAN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE.

Here in this inspirational book are the Dalai Lama's thoughts on:The nature and meaning of mysticismHow we can live lives infused with mystical experienceHow mysticism can result in both personal and social change.

Drawing on his knowledge and long practice of Buddhism, the author reflects on four lines representing fundamental principles of the Zen or Ch'an school of Buddhism. He sets out to communicate the essence of each, and to indicate how its meaning can be applied to Western conditions.