In her first new book of spiritual teachings in over seven years, Pema Chödrön offers a combination of wisdom, heartfelt reflections, and the signature mix of humor and insight that have made her a beloved figure to turn to during times of change. In an increasingly polarized world, Pema shows us how to strengthen our abilities to find common ground, even when we disagree, and influence our environment in positive ways. Sharing never-before told...

Pema Chödrön is one of today's leading meditation teachers. With more than one million books sold to date, she draws sold-out crowds across the U.S.and Canada. On Unconditional Confidence she offers two accessible sessions to help anyone find courage in times of challenge and change. Featuring a three-step method for learning to work with uncertainty and fear and an exclusive interview, this liberating program offers practical tools and

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In our current times of global crises and spiking collective anxiety, Tara Brach’s transformative practice of Radical Acceptance offers a pathway to inner freedom and a more compassionate world.

This classic work now features an insightful new introduction, an exclusive bonus chapter, and additional guided meditations.

“Radical Acceptance offers us an invitation...

"Joseph Emet explores the intersection between Positive Psychology--the study of what makes people happy--and the ancient wisdom of Buddhism,"--Amazon.com. Positive psychology's primary focus is on what makes people happy. Emet believes that this field of inquiry can find its roots in the age-old wisdom of Buddhism. He shows readers how to replace negative thinking with positive thinking, in order to fulfill the duty we have to others to live a happy...

Hoblitzelle explores ways one can nourish their inner lives and spirit even as their bodies age and facilities diminish. She offers seven guidelines to being attentive to the gifts that grow more valuable with age, and shares the stories of six 'wayshowers,' individuals whose stories illustrate aging with compassion. Hoblitzelle offers reflections on finding beauty in aging, facing death with dignity, and rejoicing in earthly blessings.

What would happen if you were to allow everything to be exactly as it is? If you gave up the need for control, and instead embraced the whole of your experience in each moment that arose? In the 14 years that he studied Zen Buddhism, Adyashanti found that most seasoned meditators had used the practice as a means to a goal they never reached. Ultimately he realized that only when you let go of all techniques-even the concept of yourself as a meditator-will...

Drawing on her expertise as a meditation teacher and diversity consultant, the author helps readers of all backgrounds examine with fresh eyes the complexity of racial identity and the dynamics of oppression. She offers guided instructions on how to work with our own role in the story of race and shows us how to cultivate a culture of care to come to a place of greater clarity and compassion. Here, she invites us to explore: Ourselves as racial beings,...

Enter the "Ordinary State" of Enlightenment. Many of us share the belief that enlightenment is rare-that true spiritual awakening only happens for extraordinary people. According to Adyashanti, this idea may actually be the most powerful impediment to our awakening. On Spontaneous Awakening, he invites you to inquire into the "ordinary nature" of enlightenment-and the profound truth of who you really are. "Do not think that enlightenment is going...