Books by Jack Kornfield

Chah offers a thorough exploration of Theravadan Buddhism in a gentle, sometimes humorous, style that makes the reader feel as though he or she is being entertained by a story. He emphasizes the path to freedom from emotional and psychological suffering and provides insight into ...the fact that taking ourselves seriously causes unnecessary hardship. Ajahn Chah influenced a generation of Western teachers- Jack Kornfield, Sharon Salzberg, Sylvia Boorstein, Joseph Goldstein, and many other Western Buddhist teachers were at one time his students. Anyone who has attended a retreat led by one of these teachers, or read one of their books, will be familiar with this master's name and reputation as one of the great Buddhist teachers of this century.
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Step-by-step guide for bringing meditation into your life - including 6 guided meditations on CD

The definitive overview of this transformative breathwork. In this long awaited book, Stanislav Grof and Christina Grof describe their groundbreaking new form of self-exploration and psychotherapy: Holotropic Breathwork. Holotropic means moving toward wholeness, from the Greek ho...los (whole) and trepein (moving in the direction of). The breathwork utilizes the remarkable healing and transformative potential of non-ordinary states of consciousness. These states engender a rich array of experiences with unique healing potential--reliving childhood memories, infancy, birth and prenatal life, and elements from the historical and archetypal realms of the collective unconscious. Induced by very simple means--a combination of accelerated breathing, evocative music, and bodywork in a safe and supportive setting, Holotropic Breathwork integrates the insights from modern consciousness research, depth psychology, transpersonal psychology, anthropology, Eastern spiritual practices, and mystical traditions. The Grofs' work with holotropic states of consciousness has introduced revolutionary changes to psychiatry, psychology, and psychotherapy. Written in a clear, easily understandable style, this indispensable book summarizes their remarkable insights.
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Buddhist meditator and scholar Bhikkhu Analayo introduces the Buddhist backgrounds to mindfulness, ranging from mindful eating to its formal cultivation as satipatthana (the foundations of mindfulness). Providing an accessible guide, he offers practical exercises on how to develo...p mindfulness.
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A comprehensive curriculum and activity book for teaching Buddhism and meditation to kids ages 3 11 at home or in a classroom setting. This three-volume set provides a complete curriculum for families wanting to meditate and learn about Buddhism together, either in the home or in... partnership with other families or a local Buddhist center. The Adult Study Guide offers thirty-four lesson plans including meditation practices, homework, canonical readings, and reflection questions for group study, covering five topics: mindfulness, kindness, ethics, character, and service. The parallel Children s Lesson Plans volume offers instructions for teachers, stories, crafts, meditation exercises, songs, and games. The accompanying Activity Book is a perfect companion to enhance the children s education with coloring pages and other fun activities.
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