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Būti Buda darbe
Ši knyga skiriama žmonėms, norintiems senovinę dvasinę išmintį pritaikyti šiuolaikinėms situacijoms savo darbe. Kartais tai reiškia, kad šiandienėms problemoms įveikti randama senovinių sprendimų. Kartais tai reiškia naują perspektyvų požiūrį į nesibaigiančius nemalonumus. Bet kuriuo atveju mes priverčiame Budos mokymą dirbti, nes Buda nebuvo vienišas atsiskyrėlis; jį galėtume pavadinti augančios organizacijos įkūrėju ir generaliniu direktoriumi. Skaitydami šią knygą suprasite, ką turime omenyje.
Dauguma žmonių, dirbančių mokamą darbą ne namuose, daugiausia laiko praleidžia darbe, o ne kur nors kitur. Viršininkus jie mato dažniau nei sutuoktinius. Daugiau laiko ir energijos jie išeikvoja mėgindami susitarti su nesukalbamais bendradarbiais, o ne bendraudami su savo neklusniais vaikais. Daugumai iš mūsų darbas tapo svarbia priemone atskleisti savo asmenybę, tenkinti socialinius poreikius, pasiekti laimėjimų ir dėl to jausti pasitenkinimą, taip pat rasti gyvenimo tikslą bei prasmę. Be to, būtent darbe susiduriame su pamatinėmis budistinėmis pasaulio tiesomis: viskas erzina, viskas tarpusavyje susiję ir viskas laikina.
Tūkstančius metų budizmas milijonams žmonių visame pasaulyje teikė dvasinį kasdienio gyvenimo pagrindą. Tačiau ar jis turi ką patarti mums, – ir budistams, ir ne budistams, – gyvenantiems šiuolaikiniame darbo pasaulyje? Turi, ir mes dėstome tas tiesas šioje knygoje.
Dauguma žmonių, dirbančių mokamą darbą ne namuose, daugiausia laiko praleidžia darbe, o ne kur nors kitur. Viršininkus jie mato dažniau nei sutuoktinius. Daugiau laiko ir energijos jie išeikvoja mėgindami susitarti su nesukalbamais bendradarbiais, o ne bendraudami su savo neklusniais vaikais. Daugumai iš mūsų darbas tapo svarbia priemone atskleisti savo asmenybę, tenkinti socialinius poreikius, pasiekti laimėjimų ir dėl to jausti pasitenkinimą, taip pat rasti gyvenimo tikslą bei prasmę. Be to, būtent darbe susiduriame su pamatinėmis budistinėmis pasaulio tiesomis: viskas erzina, viskas tarpusavyje susiję ir viskas laikina.
Tūkstančius metų budizmas milijonams žmonių visame pasaulyje teikė dvasinį kasdienio gyvenimo pagrindą. Tačiau ar jis turi ką patarti mums, – ir budistams, ir ne budistams, – gyvenantiems šiuolaikiniame darbo pasaulyje? Turi, ir mes dėstome tas tiesas šioje knygoje.
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First published January 1, 2012
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November 8, 2020
An actionable and practical toolkit to approach work relations calmly, wisely and compassionately. This was a perfect combination of Eastern wisdom and Western work culture. This combination made it applicable to a wide range of audiences and is a must read / listen if work is frustrating. Pleasantly surprised!
October 12, 2019
I wish I had read this book about 40 years ago when I was focused on career and especially 15 years ago when I was trying to manage several difficult employees and a boss who wanted me to get more out of those difficult employees. My efforts were unsuccessful and my own behavior was ineffective and inappropriate. It is so simple, treat others like we would like to be treated but why do so few of us get it and consistently live it.
July 5, 2020
This book have good advice on how to handle the business, stress, money, co-workers and many more.
What's the definition of a Consultant? A Consultant is one who borrows your watch and then tells you what time it is.
All jobs are impermanent. Your job is not "yours" or anybody's. It arose according to conditions that had nothing to do with you, and it passes away when conditions change.
Hell is where we live when we spite the path of awakening and choose instead to be slaves to out desires.
This guy goes to a psychiatrist and says, "Doc, my brother's crazy- he thinks he's a chicken." And the doctor says. "Well, why don't you turn him in?" And the guy says, "I would but I need the eggs." Well, I guess that's pretty much how I feel about relationship. You Know, they're totally irrational and crazy and absurd and ... but I guess we keep going through it ... because ... most of us need the eggs.
Buddha knows that coworkers who lie are not bad people; they have just lived in an environment of lying for so long that they're blind to how much it harms them.
What's the definition of a Consultant? A Consultant is one who borrows your watch and then tells you what time it is.
All jobs are impermanent. Your job is not "yours" or anybody's. It arose according to conditions that had nothing to do with you, and it passes away when conditions change.
Hell is where we live when we spite the path of awakening and choose instead to be slaves to out desires.
This guy goes to a psychiatrist and says, "Doc, my brother's crazy- he thinks he's a chicken." And the doctor says. "Well, why don't you turn him in?" And the guy says, "I would but I need the eggs." Well, I guess that's pretty much how I feel about relationship. You Know, they're totally irrational and crazy and absurd and ... but I guess we keep going through it ... because ... most of us need the eggs.
Buddha knows that coworkers who lie are not bad people; they have just lived in an environment of lying for so long that they're blind to how much it harms them.
September 19, 2019
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It is book that encounters with situations that we face in our daily life with work, family and friends then it gives us a solution on how we can tackle a situation just by changing your perspective towards situations. I found it very helpful , specially when I was completely out of shape. It has understandable language and I would recommend it to all the people who are feeling a bit like how do they deal with things which are going on and wants to read something fruitful . I rate it 📒📒📒📒/5
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It is book that encounters with situations that we face in our daily life with work, family and friends then it gives us a solution on how we can tackle a situation just by changing your perspective towards situations. I found it very helpful , specially when I was completely out of shape. It has understandable language and I would recommend it to all the people who are feeling a bit like how do they deal with things which are going on and wants to read something fruitful . I rate it 📒📒📒📒/5
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October 8, 2018
Simple and easy-to-read book, which teaches you how one could apply principales of Buddhism mindfully in their work life.
Some of the chapters and/or ideas were even too basic at times and didn't give too much value. I'd say it's more meant for the people who haven't read many business books before or who haven't been that in-depth with Buddha-life.
Some of the chapters and/or ideas were even too basic at times and didn't give too much value. I'd say it's more meant for the people who haven't read many business books before or who haven't been that in-depth with Buddha-life.
January 22, 2019
An exceptional book containing so much wisdom in the 180 odd pages. A wonderful book that so succinctly delivers the essence of mindful living in an easy to apply way. A ready reckoner on how to mindfully address the workplace related issues with a mindful approach.
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June 22, 2017
22.06.2017, Một cuốn sách ý nghĩa để ta có cái nhìn tích cực hơn trong công việc bằng cách thể hiện những triết lý Đạo Phật an nhiên, sâu lắng, giản dị vào nền tản của công việc. Nó giúp ích cho ta rất nhiều để thành công mỗi ngày.
August 1, 2018
I found this book very inspiring.. this is a well researched books and quotes many verses from Buddhist ancient scriptures that are as relevant today as they were 2500 years ago. I would highly recommend this book to any professional working in any city at any level.
October 13, 2023
Some good themes
December 11, 2015
I've read many business books and also many spiritual & philosophical books. I came across this book just when I was browsing over the web for reading something more about Buddha.
I seriously think this is a must read book for people either who enjoy reading business books or spiritual books or for someone who just wants to read something good. It's written in a very simple manner and does make a lot of sense, though some parts of the book would rather be really tough to apply in today's world when your at work. But nonetheless one can try.
I particularly loved the way two monks from their conversation have explained the root of all evil, in a very humble and simplest manner. Go ahead and have a read through this one, am pretty sure it's got something for everyone.
I seriously think this is a must read book for people either who enjoy reading business books or spiritual books or for someone who just wants to read something good. It's written in a very simple manner and does make a lot of sense, though some parts of the book would rather be really tough to apply in today's world when your at work. But nonetheless one can try.
I particularly loved the way two monks from their conversation have explained the root of all evil, in a very humble and simplest manner. Go ahead and have a read through this one, am pretty sure it's got something for everyone.
April 12, 2013
I read one part/day as part of a morning meditation ritual, so I guess it took me 108 days to read it! The book is broken into 3 major sections, with several sub-topics under each and then several one-pagers under each of those. Like any book, some were better than others, some were spot-on and others were a bit of stretch. Overall, however, I found the relating of the principles of Buddhism to the realities of the modern work-a-day world was quite observant on the author's part and quite revealing.
November 14, 2022
This a great book.
As a fan of Buddhist philosophy, I think this is a wonderful bridge between timeless pearls of wisdom and our modern world. For me, and the people I coach, it's a great reminder of wiser choices and perspectives to make the world a more fulfilling place for all.
It's a really handy book for leaders and members of teams that want to make the modern workplace an even better place.
It's funny and triggers great reflections. Gem of a book.
As a fan of Buddhist philosophy, I think this is a wonderful bridge between timeless pearls of wisdom and our modern world. For me, and the people I coach, it's a great reminder of wiser choices and perspectives to make the world a more fulfilling place for all.
It's a really handy book for leaders and members of teams that want to make the modern workplace an even better place.
It's funny and triggers great reflections. Gem of a book.
January 28, 2014
This was a very good book, detailing how to deal with numerous work situations in a mindful manner. Where before I used to struggle with certain aspects of the workplace, Being Buddha at Work has shown me how to deal with them as the Buddha would have.
September 21, 2014
its a very practical book n yus time consuming ...
August 9, 2016
Clear, comprehensive and interesting. This book provides simple truth and answers in 108 cases, but in limitless situations.
February 3, 2017
Very good book. that has helped me learn something regarding how to act at work.
July 28, 2015
A lot of good thoughts in this book. I think many business people and workers could learn a lot.
September 17, 2015
Really a 3.5.
January 14, 2017
I loved reading this book during my lunch breaks. It calmed me down and centered me. There was one lesson I wasn't a fan of... but otherwise, loved it. I bought the book so I can keep rereading.
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