Yongey Mingyur is one of the most celebrated among the new generation of Tibetan meditation masters, whose teachings have touched people of all fai...
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Mar 28, 2009
Kiravanessa
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As a student of Mingyur Rinpoche, I am thrilled that his new book, JOYFUL WISDOM, is coming out soon! Much needed in this 'age of anxiety!'
Rinpoche shows us how to embrace change and find freedom within - JOYFUL WISDOM is filled with new shamatha and vipassana practices and concludes with loving-kindness/compassion techniques. The final section suggests ways to apply each of these practices more skillfully.
Rinpoche teaches with warmth, compassion, wisdom, and joy - his t More...
Rinpoche shows us how to embrace change and find freedom within - JOYFUL WISDOM is filled with new shamatha and vipassana practices and concludes with loving-kindness/compassion techniques. The final section suggests ways to apply each of these practices more skillfully.
Rinpoche teaches with warmth, compassion, wisdom, and joy - his t More...
Dec 23, 2009
Happyreader
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A kind, gentle, and practical approach to developing awareness, insight, and empathy. I appreciated his approach to breaking down difficult mind states into smaller, easier-to-deal-with units and his caution to not overdo and to change up your practice to keep it fresh and relevant. His techniques and analogies are accessible such as his observation that the increased arising of difficult emotions can be a sign that your practice is progressing, like a dirty dish soaking in water. While the d
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Feb 12, 2012
Ginny
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I love this book, and lend it to everyone I can convince to read it. It makes you question your thought processes and patterns, and encourages meditation as a way to 'calm' the mind. This book puts everything in life (the little stressors to the big challenges) in perspective, from a Buddhist point of view.
Definitely read if you're even remotely interested in Tibetan Buddhism, philosophy, or stress-management.
Definitely read if you're even remotely interested in Tibetan Buddhism, philosophy, or stress-management.
Jun 19, 2010
Chris
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The first book about Buddhism I would recommend is "The Art of Happiness" by the Dalai Lama. The second book is this one. The author explains how to apply Buddhist philosophy to the human problems we all deal with on a daily basis. He shows how different methods of meditation can be used to get through common problems like self-doubt and frustration with work. He clearly explains step-by-step methods and illustrates his points with stories anyone can relate to. He is good at explaining
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Jun 17, 2011
Candice
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I truly appreciated how approachable Yongey Mingyur is and felt that his juxtaposition of Buddhist parables to "life off the mountain top" (as I call my quest for spiritual development amidst technology and interpersonal relationships) provided opportunity for reflection. I now see "meditation supports" everywhere!
Jan 09, 2012
Megan
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This book was a great introduction to the basic concepts of Buddhism and meditation. The author used issues faced in today's society to explain how these principles could benefit the reader in a very accessible way.
Sep 14, 2011
Dharma Bum
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Another excellent book by Mingyur Rinpoche which brings Buddhism to a western audience.
Dec 10, 2010
Whitaker
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A really great book shows us how everything is great and worth to die for
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Jan 08, 2012
Walter
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A gift from the heart; a jewel to be treasured. I read Yongey Mingyur's book while on retreat in Karme Choling, VT. His words, keen insight, and kind words of encouragement helped me through good and rough times in my meditation. With a friendly, accessible voice, this meditation master demystifies meditation and the teachings of the Buddha, and offers a clear path towards joy and happiness. Highly recommended.
Jan 08, 2012
Sierra
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I appreciated how Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche wrote it for Westerns interested in learning more about Buddhism. His writings are easy to understand with many examples & explanations. He even mentions his own struggles which is encouraging for beginners.
Jan 22, 2011
Hollis
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This is the second book of his that I read. It's amazingly clear and insightful. I wish he'd written more but DID find a local center devoted to his teachings in Portland
Oct 19, 2009
ErinH
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I've read several books about Buddhism and I have to say this is by far the easiest to understand and practice. Now if I could only put all of it into practice!
Aug 08, 2009
A very approachable exploration of Buddhist tenets and how they relate to modern life. I've read many in this genre and this is by far the most compelling.
Jan 29, 2011
Dan
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not very well organized, but interesting enough. all in all, i didn't find it very helpful.
Oct 19, 2011
Nikki
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The most clear, simple, beautifully explained manual for meditation. Love, love, love it.
May 15, 2009
Paul
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Fresh, crisp and relevant. A great modern introduction to the wisdom tradition of Tibet.
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