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April 29th 2008
by Bantam
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Hardcover, 352 pages
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0553803476
(isbn13: 9780553803471)
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There's much more to psychology than we know in the West. A vast range of new possibilities, teaches Jack Kornfield, are found in the teachings of the...more
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Read in June, 2008
This was probably not the best book for me to choose as I switch from being curious about Buddhism to actively investigating it as a path I might want to follow, as it goes deep into the how Buddhism heals the troubled mind and skims the fundamentals. I still got a lot from it, possibly because I have a small background in Jungian psychology (I had no idea they shared so much) and also because Kornfield has so much experience in the are of Insightful Meditation that he's pretty much got an easy ...more
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Read in October, 2008
Did you ever find yourself drawn to a culture or spiritual belief that was outside your cultural and social experience, so drawn, in fact, that it was more like you had experienced it all before. Theravada Buddhism has been like that for me, but lack of understanding and my western, scientific orientation has made it impossible to fully embrace. This book written by Jack Kornfield who embraced in the late 60's the spiritual wisdom of Asia while the rest of us where embracing the uniquely wester...more
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Read in January, 2009
A wonderful book. I'm not much of a Buddhist, but that doesn't matter. These are teachings of wisdom and love. Kornfield is an authentic voice of true compassion. You sense that from the start. He holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and this book is an excellent study on the nature of heart and mind. One of the cool things is the range of references from Michael Ventura and Dipama Barua among others. I used a highlighter and read the book slowly. When you find the right teacher learning is a ...more
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Read in December, 2008
Although a bit longer than it needs to be, this well-written book cross-references Buddhist philosophy with traditional Western pyschoanlaysis. Other books do this too, but Kornfield is a better than average writer. He uses many examples from his own patients' stories to illustrate the principles. It's a lot of things most self-aware people know already, but it never hurts to re-visit them again.
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Read in January, 2009
I'm still absorbing all the principles discussed in this book.But I feel it has shifted my thinking.
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Read in September, 2008
I can't say enough about this book. It is my guide for life, and I have learned much from it.
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Read in January, 2009
Jack Kornfield's book is outstanding. He really explains with examples and stories what Buddhist psychology is all about. It is a way of life I really agree with--love, compassion, joy and peace.
He also has some great exercises and meditations to integrate into your life.
I highly recommend this book.
Laurie
He also has some great exercises and meditations to integrate into your life.
I highly recommend this book.
Laurie
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This book speaks to the connection between Eastern philosophy (Buddhism) and the Western model of psychology. The mindfulness idea has worked so well with many and this book opens that and other Buddhist ideas to Western readers. I especially liked the ideas and concepts presented around forgiveness and how to use this with others struggling with that issue in their lives. A good book. I would recommend it.
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Read in December, 2008
WOW- everyone should read this. It is a discussion on the ten principles of Buddhist philosophy & psychology. "Buddhism isn't a "religion" it's a way of thinking". Cultivate your consciousness! The quotes and simplicity are life-changing, and the book will TEACH you how to process information and emotions in a healthy, constructive way. Probably in the Top 3 best books EVER.
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Nothing new for people who have read a lot of Eastern religion or Western psychology. I also went to a workshop in Seattle by the author and I was not impressed with his constant references to his meetings with the Dalai Lama and the Pope. This might be interesting to someone who has not read or studied much Eastern religion.
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Read in March, 2008
I was lucky enough to get an advance reading copy of this and it is excellent. He really takes his earlier books into greater depth. It made me cry in several parts because he is so open with his own experiences. And he is really funny!
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A little cumbersome to get through for me, but contains lots of wisdom. Psychology from a Buddhist perspective is much more holistic and less reactionary than Western traditions. Just breathe....this too shall pass. :-)
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Read in July, 2008
An uplifting and encouraging guide to Buddhist psychology by an author very well qualified to discuss both. Especially good on mindfulness and working with difficult emotions, heart felt and supportive.
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All Jack's books are great. This one is deep and full of Buddhist psychological insights. He gives us a vocabulary for subtle states of mind the way google map gets us around NY
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Read in April, 2009
An excellent read from Kornfield, taking the introduction from A Path With Heart and giving a more practical, how-to on Buddhist psychology. This will almost certainly be re-read.
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The most recent book by Buddhist teacher and former monk. Very well written and chock full of Jack's entertaining anecdotes.
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09/12/08
Jillian
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I'm actually reading his book "After The Ecstasy The Laundry" at the moment but it isn't on here so....
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Read in May, 2008
Another life-changing book I think. I think it will take a few re-reads to really 'get' it....
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10/30/08
John Marsh
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So far, this is a good explanation of Buddhism in the language of Western psychology.
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