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Author: Franz Metcalf
Publisher: Ulysses Press
Published: 2002-02-11
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 1569752982
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMuch as the "WWJD?" books help some people live better lives by drawing on the wisdom of Jesus, this "WWBD?" book provides valuable advice on improving one's life by following the wisdom of Buddha.
Author: Miguel Farias
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
Published: 2019-02-19
Total Pages: 321
ISBN-13: 1786782863
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMillions of people meditate daily but can meditative practices really make us ‘better’ people? In The Buddha Pill, pioneering psychologists Dr Miguel Farias and Catherine Wikholm put meditation and mindfulness under the microscope. Separating fact from fiction, they reveal what scientific research – including their groundbreaking study on yoga and meditation with prisoners – tells us about the benefits and limitations of these techniques for improving our lives. As well as illuminating the potential, the authors argue that these practices may have unexpected consequences, and that peace and happiness may not always be the end result. Offering a compelling examination of research on transcendental meditation to recent brain-imaging studies on the effects of mindfulness and yoga, and with fascinating contributions from spiritual teachers and therapists, Farias and Wikholm weave together a unique story about the science and the delusions of personal change.
Author: Franz Metcalf
Publisher: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 9781569753002
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this antidote to business books that advocate predatory strategies, a leading Buddhist author and a bestselling business writer present advice that applies Buddhist values to the workplace.
Author: VASANT JOSHI
Publisher: SCB Distributors
Published: 2010-11-20
Total Pages: 200
ISBN-13: 8183281974
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Buddha never claimed to be anything other than an ordinary human being; he attributed his spiritual search and self-realisation to human effort, understanding and intelligence. But how many of us really take time out to reflect on our potential to usher fundamental changes in our lives and then more importantly, do something about it? This profoundly written book, interspersed with quotes from various masters like Osho, reminds us that the seed of consciousness is already sown-it is our responsibility to make ourselves fertile with practises like meditation to let our true being sprout. The path to follow is of awareness, discovery and transformation. Appa deepo bhava-we are all born with the possibility of becoming a light unto ourselves.
Author: Kenneth C. Gutwein
Publisher: iUniverse
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780595091577
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThird Palestine: A Regional Study in Byzantine Urbanization, unlocks the mystery of civilization in the Negev Desert of Israel in antiquity. What was the reason for the development of towns and cities in this arid zone, and why did its residents construct magnificent churches and edifices, are questions that this work seeks to answer. How did the inhabitants of this civilization work and live, and why did they achieve wealth and prosperity, are issues which chart the course of the book. Professor Gutwein, who has spent over a decade in the Middle East, interprets the remains of Christian churches and towns in this region, all the while focusing upon the historical documents and sources to analyze these questions. The land of the region, its historical geography, and provincial framework, are all investigated; while original maps, charts, and illustrations guide the reader through sites history has long forgotten. The urban framework of the province the Romans called Third Palestine is clearly illuminated in this work, and town sites and urban architecture are analyzed in depth. Third Palestine investigates the commercial role of the myriad cities and towns in the region by detailing the pilgrim trade, and the lucrative trade in spices. In addition, the military importance of the province is not neglected by the author, who uncovers remains of frontier defense, roads, and garrisons. With a list of 36 figures, and 11 tables, Third Palestine brings to light an important, yet previously neglected ancient civilization.
Author: Lodro Rinzler
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Published: 2014-09-09
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 0834829908
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWisdom for "Generation Next" on how to make your work meaningful, satisfying, and of benefit to others Does it ever seem that a lot of the people you work with are, well, jerks? This book is about how not to let work turn you into one of them. Apply the simple Buddhist teachings and practices Lodro Rinzler provides here to whatever you do for a living, and you’ll not only avoid jerk-hood, but you’ll be setting out on the path toward making your livelihood an expression of your inherent wisdom, honesty, and compassion. You’ll discover practical ways to bring mindfulness into administrative support, cabinet-making, financial management, nursing, truck-driving, or latté-brewing. In the process, you’ll discover genuine empathy for the folks you once found so difficult. You’ll also learn leadership skills that apply compassion to management in a way that increases happiness along with efficiency. This is career advice of the profoundest kind, geared toward today’s twenty- and thirty-something workers and job-seekers whose employment outlook is radically different from that of a generation ago. As Lodro shows, even if the path of work shifts beneath your feet, it’s possible to make your livelihood a source of satisfaction and of deep meaning.
Author: Barbara Ann Kipfer
Publisher:
Published: 2016-01-26
Total Pages: 234
ISBN-13: 9781458793973
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWeve all said things we lived to regret. But what if we communicated mindfully instead, stopping first to consider how our words might hurt rather than help - or if we need to voice them at all? In What Would Buddha Say?, best - selling author Barbara Ann Kipfer offers 1,501 reminders for staying on the path of positive communication. Based on ancient Buddhist teachings, this portable guide will provide inspiration and tips on how to speak clearly, truthfully, and with lovingkindness. In our modern world, it seems were always in a hurry - usually running on autopilot, and all too quick to make that comment or send that message. But when we communicate without first considering the impact it may have - especially if its idle gossip or false speech - we can create unnecessary conflicts and far - reaching negative consequences. With poor communication at the heart of most misunderstandings and arguments, learning to practice mindful communication, including good listening skills, is key to speaking - or not speaking - with better results in every area of your life. In What Would Buddha Say?, youll find hundreds of instantly accessible and compulsively readable communication tips on giving thoughtful attention to your words so youre more likely to be understood, and less likely to damage your relationships. Based on the concept of Right Speech, an important element of Buddhisms Noble Eightfold Path, these mindful essentials - inspirational quotes and sayings, short essays, and meditation suggestions - will guide you away from harmful speech and into a state of mindfulness from which you can gently speak your truth. There is always room for improvement in terms of communication, and with practice, we can learn to speak mindfully - to say only what is beneficial and true with a kind heart at the right time. Packed with Buddhist wisdom and full of inspiration, What Would Buddha Say? will help you maximize the good in your speech as you take steps toward a more peaceful way of being.
Author: Walpola Rahula
Publisher: Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
Published: 2007-12-01
Total Pages: 310
ISBN-13: 0802198104
DOWNLOAD EBOOK“A terrific introduction to the Buddha’s teachings.” —Paul Blairon, California Literary Review This indispensable volume is a lucid and faithful account of the Buddha’s teachings. “For years,” says the Journal of the Buddhist Society, “the newcomer to Buddhism has lacked a simple and reliable introduction to the complexities of the subject. Dr. Rahula’s What the Buddha Taught fills the need as only could be done by one having a firm grasp of the vast material to be sifted. It is a model of what a book should be that is addressed first of all to ‘the educated and intelligent reader.’ Authoritative and clear, logical and sober, this study is as comprehensive as it is masterly.” This edition contains a selection of illustrative texts from the Suttas and the Dhammapada (specially translated by the author), sixteen illustrations, and a bibliography, glossary, and index. “[Rahula’s] succinct, clear overview of Buddhist concepts has never been surpassed. It is the standard.” —Library Journal
Author: Paul R. Fleischman
Publisher: Pariyatti Publishing
Published: 2002-01-01
Total Pages: 59
ISBN-13: 1928706223
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn the aftermath of the terrorist attacks of September 11, this thought-provoking essay explores the Buddha's teaching to find one prescription: not war, not pacifism but nonviolence.
Author: Metcalf Franz
Publisher:
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 130
ISBN-13:
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