With their clear words, these wisdom-filled texts show us a path to a meaningful, happy life. They can help us experience a liberating inner transformation to a deeper, all-embracing consciousness, where we gain a clear, tranquil mind, filled with compassion. We can achieve a whole new perspective on life and can become able to consciously experience the directness of the present moment. Your true self is the radiating light of the mind, which dissolves all darkness and deception.
These sayings by one of the great spiritual masters of the present are filled with profound wisdom and with their clear words, they show us a path to the enlightenment of the mind. The inspiring words are filled with such spiritual force that they can touch us at our innermost depths. When the divine light of perception shines in your heart, it will raise you into eternal bliss.
This treasure of wisdom contains fifty inspiring sayings by one of the great spiritual masters of the present. With his clear, direct words, he reveals an entirely new perspective to us on body, mind and world and opens up an awareness for us of the immortality of our true self. The pure mind, beyond birth, death and all thinking, is your true, eternal self.
Across more than a millenium, the lamas, meditators, and scholars of Tibet created a vast literature dedicated to revealing the profound truths about who we are and how we should make use of our lives. Sages living in mountain caves and monastics pursuing their daily rituals used these texts to wear down their obscurations and make space for innate clarity and wisdom to manifest. For those of us in the modern world with hectic lives, however, such teachings from another time and place can be nearly impenetrable. To approach them, we need a guide, a helping hand from someone who is like ourselves but who has spent years learning the ins and outs of the sometimes secretive world of Tibetan Buddhist practice. Bestselling author and former Buddhist monk Alan Wallace is one such guide. With his trademark enthusiasm and keen intelligence, he introduces us here to one of the most cherished works of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism, Dudjom Lingpa's Vajra Essence. Written in the nineteenth century, the Vajra Essence presents the practice of Dzokchen, the Great Perfection--the highest of all the meditation traditions--and its contents have only been revealed to those with the requisite training. With permission from his teachers, Alan reveals here the work's opening section, which presents the methods for calming the mind and bringing it to a state of effortless concentration, the practice of shamatha. In his earlier book, The Attention Revolution, Alan guided readers through the stages of shamatha step by step. Here he uses the wisdom of the Dzokchen teachings to open up this practice into a space of freedom from hope and fear. He makes obscure concepts intelligible to contemporary readers and allows us to glimpse the profound realizations of a great spiritual adept.
Creation and Completion represents some of the most profound teachings of Jamgon Kongtrul (1813-99), one of the true spiritual and literary giants of Tibetan history. Though brief, it offers a lifetime of advice for all who wish to engage in-and deepen-the practice of tantric Buddhist meditation. The original text, beautifully translated and introduced by Sara Harding, is further brought to life by an in-depth commentary by the contemporary master Thrangu Rinpoche. Key Tibetan Buddhist fundamentals are quickly made clear, so that the reader may confidently enter into tantra's oft-misunderstood "creation" and "completion" stages. In the creation stage, practitioners visualize themselves in the form of buddhas and other enlightened beings in order to break down their ordinary concepts of themselves and the world around them. This meditation practice prepares the mind for engaging in the completion stage, where one has a direct encounter with the ultimate nature of mind and reality.
Behind the stereotype of a solitary meditator closing his eyes to the world, meditation always takes place in close interaction with the surrounding culture. Meditation and Culture: The Interplay of Practice and Context explores cases in which the relation between meditative practice and cultural context is particularly complex. The internationally-renowned contributors discuss practices that travel from one culture to another, or are surrounded by competing cultures. They explore cultures that bring together competing practices, or that are themselves mosaics of elements of different origins. They seek to answer the question: What is the relationship between meditation and culture? The effects of meditation may arise from its symbolic value within larger webs of cultural meaning, as in the contextual view that still dominates cultural and religious studies. They may also be psychobiological responses to the practice itself, the cultural context merely acting as a catalyst for processes originating in the body and mind of the practitioner. Meditation and Culture gives no single definitive explanation, but taken together, the different viewpoints presented point to the complexity of the relationship.
This inspiriting book is a total rebellion against the intellect. It smashes our well-worn views and all of our fond illusions. Zen Master Zensho shows how we can free ourselves of the slavery of autonomous compulsive thinking and how we can experience the enlightened state of pure consciousness. Uncompromisingly, everything is swept away so we become able to reach that boundless freedom of the Mind which lies beyond everything that sense and reason can comprehend. Zensho's humorous geniality and his free unconventional way of conveyance bestow a tremendous vitality on his talks. His clear words are a vivid and direct revelation of the great simplicity and freedom of Zen. An exceptional book by an exceptional Zen Master.
Ideal for Yoga Teachers, Meditation Practitioners, Life Coaches, Consultants, and Anyone on a Path to Personal Growth. Join us on a transformative voyage that delves into the realms of the mind, emotions, and spiritual well-being. Volume 2 of this remarkable collection is meticulously crafted for yoga teachers, meditation practitioners, life coaches, consultants, and individuals committed to profound self-improvement and inner harmony. Inside this volume, you'll discover: Morning Meditation and Positive Beginnings Start your day with rejuvenating morning meditation scripts. Embrace new beginnings, set intentions, and ground yourself for the day ahead. Boost your energy and affirm your unique qualities. Cultivating Gratitude and Focus Develop an attitude of gratitude with powerful scripts. Focus and concentrate your mind using visualization, mantras, and mindful techniques. Enhance emotional balance and cultivate positivity. Emotional Balance and Self-Empowerment Work with reactivity, understand the source of happiness, and build resilience. Embrace positivity, manage loneliness, and find happiness within. Practice forgiveness, empathy, and emotional awareness. Confidence and Self-Esteem Boost Trust your path, transform troubling thoughts, and set meaningful goals. Empower yourself, quiet your inner critic, and be present in the moment. Learn the art of letting go and fostering self-confidence. Compassion and Loving-Kindness Reconnect with your inner self and open your heart to compassion. Cultivate loving-kindness in times of struggle and harbor a sense of love within. Grow empathy, practice compassionate living, and enhance communication. Chakra Harmony and Breath Awareness Explore chakra meditation to balance your energy centers. Master breath awareness through various breathwork techniques. Achieve body awareness and relieve anxiety using breath-focused scripts. Abundance Prosperity and Wealth Visualize financial success, release blocks, and develop a prosperity consciousness. Manifest money, financial freedom, and a wealthy mindset. Attract abundance with affirmations and gratitude practices. No matter where you are on your journey—be it yoga teacher, meditation practitioner, life coach, consultant, or individual—'135+ Guided Meditation Scripts' (Volume 2) empowers you with the tools to lead a more mindful, balanced, and abundant life. Step into a realm of transformation and self-discovery today!"
