If You Re Lucky Your Heart Will Break

Author : James Ishmael Ford
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-28
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781614290391

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If You're Lucky, Your Heart Will Break by James Ishmael Ford Pdf

Using vignettes and anecdotes from his own life - as well as quotations drawn from sources as varied as the Bible, Yiddish aphorisms, and stand-up comedy - Zen teacher and Unitarian Universalist minister James Ishmael Ford shares the gifts won over his lifetime of full-hearted engagement with the Zen path. "I've found myself broken open," Ford says, "and found in that opening my fundamental connection to the whole world." What's more, If You're Lucky, Your Heart Will Break breathes new life into the Buddhist ideas of karma and rebirth - as well as the Buddhist precepts of ethical action - and finds for them kinship in other spiritual endeavors. Even the most cynical of hearts will find resonance in Ford's compassionate presentation of basic human truths.

Author : Melvin McLeod,Editors of the Shambhala Sun
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-24
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834829145

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The Best Buddhist Writing 2013 by Melvin McLeod,Editors of the Shambhala Sun Pdf

A thought-provoking collection of the most notable and insightful Buddhism-inspired writing published in the last year: • Thich Nhat Hanh’s vision for a more enlightened and sustainable society • Ezra Bayda on avoiding the pitfalls that arise on the path of meditation • Tsoknyi Rinpoche’s powerful Dzogchen practices that help you to discover your mind’s inherent awareness and clarity • Lodro Rinzler on what happens when the Buddha walks into a bar • Karen Maezen Miller on the virtues of boredom • Phillip Moffitt on how to transform emotional chaos into confidence and clarity • Joseph Goldstein’s unique nine-minute meditation practice that you can incorporate into your busy day • Elihu Genmyo Smith on being still • Pema Chödrön on how to become a bodhisattva • Sakyong Mipham on how mind, breath, and energy work together in meditation to transform your life • Judy Lief on the fifty-nine ancient slogans that can help you be more skillful and loving in all your relationships • Bonnie Friedman on discovering nonattachment while apartment-hopping in Brooklyn • Jules Shuzen Harris on what anger can teach you • Pico Iyer on travel as contemplative practice • And much more

Author : Annie Lord
Publisher : TRAPEZE
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2023-06-22
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1398705497

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Notes on Heartbreak by Annie Lord Pdf

Dark, fierce and raw, Notes on Heartbreak is a love story told in reverse, starting with a devastating break-up. As Annie Lord deals with her broken heart, the book constantly revisits the past, from the moment she first fell in love, to the months that saw the slow erosion of a bond five years in the making. We feel Annie's pain with her, join her as she begins to heal, and cringe or laugh in recognition of our own experience as Annie charts her attempts to move on, from disastrous rebound sex to sending ill-advised nudes, stalking your ex's new girlfriend on Instagram and the sharp indignity of being ghosted. This stunning exploration of love and heartbreak from cult journalist and Vogue columnist Annie Lord, is so much more than a book about one singular break-up. it is an unflinchingly honest yet lyrical meditation on the simultaneous joy and pain of being in love that will resonate with anyone who has ever nursed a broken heart. It's a book about the best and worst of love: the euphoric and the painful, the beautiful and the messy. Perfect for fans of Everything I Know About Love, How to Heal a Broken Heart, Conversations on Love and Three Women.

Author : Domyo Sater Burk
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-07
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781615644322

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Zen Living by Domyo Sater Burk Pdf

In today's fast-paced, technology-laden society, it's easy to become overwhelmed. People seek calm and simplicity, but have a hard time realizing a "Zen" life. Monk and sensei Domyo Sater Burk illustrates how to get started on the path to peace and enlightenment, regardless of cultural or religious affiliation. You'll learn the foundation and essential teachings of Zen practice, how to engage in meditation and mindfulness, and how to live daily within a Zen moral code.

Author : Guy Newland
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2016-08-09
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781614293019

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A Buddhist Grief Observed by Guy Newland Pdf

Amid the world-shattering pain of loss, what helps? In the tradition of C.S. Lewis's A Grief Observed, Guy Newland offers this brave record of falling to pieces and then learning to make sense of his pain and grief within his spiritual tradition. Drawing inspiration from all corners of the Buddhist world--from Zen stories and the Dalai Lama, to Pema Chödrön and ancient Pali texts--this book reverberates with honesty, kindness, and deep humanity. Newland shows us the power of responding fully and authentically to the death of a loved one.

Author : James Ishmael Ford
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 282 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2006-10-20
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780861715091

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Zen Master Who? by James Ishmael Ford Pdf

Surprisingly little has been written about how Zen came to North America. "Zen Master Who?" does that and much more. Author James Ishmael Ford, a renowned Zen master in two lineages, traces the tradition's history in Asia, looking at some of its most important figures -- the Buddha himself, and the handful of Indian, Chinese, and Japanese masters who gave the Zen school its shape. It also outlines the challenges that occurred as Zen became integrated into western consciousness, and the state of Zen in North America today. The author includes profiles of modern Zen teachers and institutions, including D. T. Suzuki and Alan Watts, and such topics as the emergence of liberal Buddhism, and Christians, Jews, and Zen. This engaging, accessible book is aimed at anyone interested in this tradition but who may not know how to start. Most importantly, it clarifies a great and ancient tradition for the contemporary seeker.

Author : James Ishmael Ford
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2018-06-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781614293156

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Introduction to Zen Koans by James Ishmael Ford Pdf

An indispensible guide to koans, teaching the reader about the importance of lineage, the practice of “just sitting,” and koan practice as paths to awakening. “This marvelous book opens the treasure house of Zen and yet, happily, does not dispel its mystery. James Ford, an excellent storyteller and longtime Zen practitioner, presents a detailed and beautiful description of the craft of zazen, including “just sitting” and various forms of breath meditation—but focuses primarily on koan introspection. The power of koans, these 'public cases' from China, has never ceased to enrich my own experience of Zen. They are a medium of exploration of the history, culture, and view of Zen, but most importantly are a medium of awakening. James Ford is fundamentally a koan person, and for this, the book is particularly rich, opening the practice of koans in a splendid way. I am grateful for his long experience as a teacher and practitioner of this rare and powerful practice. Since the word koan has found its way into popular English usage, I am grateful too for the more nuanced and fertile view of koans that Ford presents. His definition of the word is telling: “a koan points to something of deep importance, and invites us to stand in that place.” He has also has created a wonderful translation of the Heart Sutra, Zen’s central scripture—and carefully opens up the heart of the Heart Sutra through scholarship and practice. Rich in textual sources and woven throughout with the perspectives of contemporary teachers, Introduction to Zen Koans sheds new light on ancient teachings. Through it, the reader will discover the importance of lineage, the traceless traces of the Zen ancestors, and the places of “just sitting” and koan practice as paths to awakening, as the great doorways into Zen.” —from the foreword by Joan Halifax

Author : Kosho Uchiyama
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005-06-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780861719778

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Opening the Hand of Thought by Kosho Uchiyama Pdf

For over thirty years, Opening the Hand of Thought has offered an introduction to Zen Buddhism and meditation unmatched in clarity and power. This is the revised edition of Kosho Uchiyama's singularly incisive classic. This new edition contains even more useful material: new prefaces, an index, and extended endnotes, in addition to a revised glossary. As Jisho Warner writes in her preface, Opening the Hand of Thought "goes directly to the heart of Zen practice... showing how Zen Buddhism can be a deep and life-sustaining activity." She goes on to say, "Uchiyama looks at what a person is, what a self is, how to develop a true self not separate from all things, one that can settle in peace in the midst of life." By turns humorous, philosophical, and personal, Opening the Hand of Thought is above all a great book for the Buddhist practitioner. It's a perfect follow-up for the reader who has read Zen Meditation in Plain English and is especially useful for those who have not yet encountered a Zen teacher.

Author : David Rynick
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2012-06-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781614290087

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This Truth Never Fails by David Rynick Pdf

This Truth Never Fails is a playful yet well-grounded narrative of a year in the life of an unusual Zen master. Far from the silent and detached stereotype of Zen teachers, Rynick writes with disarming humor, offering both the struggles and the joys of ordinary life as opportunities for insight. Anyone looking for inspiration to bring a simple spiritual awareness into their daily lives, and also those interested in finding ways to more deeply integrate faith (in any tradition) with practice will find this book reassuring and encouraging. This book appeals to the broad "mindfulness" and "general spirituality" audiences that transcend any one formal tradition. Leaning toward Anne Lamott's humor, universal spirituality, and Mary Oliver's love of the natural world, Rynick's writing bypasses Zen theory and doctrine. Simple, clear prose illustrates, vividly, an insightful and tender appreciation of ordinary life as the Way itself. Includes a brief "study guide for further inquiry" offering opportunities for personal reflection and exploration on themes touched on in the book.

Author : Ann Patchett
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2021-11-23
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780063092808

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These Precious Days by Ann Patchett Pdf

The beloved New York Times bestselling author reflects on home, family, friendships and writing in this deeply personal collection of essays. "The elegance of Patchett’s prose is seductive and inviting: with Patchett as a guide, readers will really get to grips with the power of struggles, failures, and triumphs alike." —Publisher's Weekly “Any story that starts will also end.” As a writer, Ann Patchett knows what the outcome of her fiction will be. Life, however, often takes turns we do not see coming. Patchett ponders this truth in these wise essays that afford a fresh and intimate look into her mind and heart. At the center of These Precious Days is the title essay, a surprising and moving meditation on an unexpected friendship that explores “what it means to be seen, to find someone with whom you can be your best and most complete self.” When Patchett chose an early galley of actor and producer Tom Hanks’ short story collection to read one night before bed, she had no idea that this single choice would be life changing. It would introduce her to a remarkable woman—Tom’s brilliant assistant Sooki—with whom she would form a profound bond that held monumental consequences for them both. A literary alchemist, Patchett plumbs the depths of her experiences to create gold: engaging and moving pieces that are both self-portrait and landscape, each vibrant with emotion and rich in insight. Turning her writer’s eye on her own experiences, she transforms the private into the universal, providing us all a way to look at our own worlds anew, and reminds how fleeting and enigmatic life can be. From the enchantments of Kate DiCamillo’s children’s books (author of The Beatryce Prophecy) to youthful memories of Paris; the cherished life gifts given by her three fathers to the unexpected influence of Charles Schultz’s Snoopy; the expansive vision of Eudora Welty to the importance of knitting, Patchett connects life and art as she illuminates what matters most. Infused with the author’s grace, wit, and warmth, the pieces in These Precious Days resonate deep in the soul, leaving an indelible mark—and demonstrate why Ann Patchett is one of the most celebrated writers of our time.

Author : Katy Loutzenhiser
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-03-05
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9780062865694

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If You're Out There by Katy Loutzenhiser Pdf

“Funny, engrossing, and one-of-a-kind. If You’re Out There completely swept me away.” —Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Leah on the Offbeat Part whip-smart suspense tale, part touching story of friendship, this is an extraordinary debut about a determined teen trying to solve a mystery no one else believes in. After Zan’s best friend moves to California, she is baffled and crushed when Priya suddenly ghosts. Worse, Priya’s social media has turned into a stream of ungrammatical posts chronicling a sunny, vapid new life that doesn’t sound like her at all. Everyone tells Zan not to be an idiot: Let Priya do her reinvention thing and move on. But until Zan hears Priya say it, she won’t be able to admit that their friendship is finished. It’s only when she meets Logan, the compelling new guy in Spanish class, that Zan begins to open up about her sadness, her insecurity, her sense of total betrayal. And he’s just as willing as she is to throw himself into the investigation when everyone else thinks her suspicions are crazy. Then a clue hidden in Priya’s latest selfie introduces a new, deeply disturbing possibility: Maybe Priya isn’t just not answering Zan’s emails. Maybe she can’t.

Author : Koji Sato
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:476260772

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The Zen Life by Koji Sato Pdf

Author : Clarence G. Williams
Publisher : MIT Press (MA)
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : African Americans
ISBN : UOM:39015037756262

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Reflections of the Dream by Clarence G. Williams Pdf

Bringing together speeches given at the Institute's annual King Day convocation, this book celebrates two decades of commitment by MIT to honoring the memory and furthering the work of Martin Luther King, Jr. In reading these speeches, one catches in reflection twenty years of turmoil and change, some positive (including an increasing number of speakers drawn from the ranks of MIT's African-American alumni/ae) but much negative, in which Dr. King's dream has been a continuing beacon for action. Speakers have included leaders who are prominent both nationally and in the local (Boston/Cambridge) community, in accordance with Dr. King's dual emphasis on global and local issues. The book closes with Coretta Scott King's twentieth-anniversary address in 1994. The 1995 speech by A. Leon Higginbotham is included as an appendix.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : American drama
ISBN : UCSC:32106010047550

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PrimaFacie 1985 by Anonim Pdf

Author : Sylvia Bigelsen
Publisher : HarperElement
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1862044872

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The Ties That Bind . . . And Bind . . . And Bind by Sylvia Bigelsen Pdf

In-law relationships are among the most challenging issues a couple must face. Holidays, money management and the most trivial of squabbles can turn into major obstacles for any couple when the in-laws are involved. Many times in-law relationships can bring about the downfall of a couple. But many of the issues that cause these problems can be avoided -- even before marriage. The Ties That Bind...and Bind...and Bind explores the life cycle of in-law relationships from all the players' point of view. Each chapter includes checklists of tips for each member of the family: parents-in-law, in-law children -- and the siblings are not ignored either! The author even includes the special issues associated with grandparents-in-law. Two basic principles are the cornerstones of The Ties That Bind...and Bind...and Bind. If in-law problems fester and grow, they inevitably poison a couple's relationship. And, it is primarily the couple's responsibility to handle and prevent in-law problems before their marriage is adversely affected. Sylvia Bigelsen, a marriage counselor with 25 years of experience, utilizes real case studies to illustrate various problems that couples encounter. The Ties That Bind...and Bind...and Bind will help any couple: -- look realistically at the origin of relationship difficulties -- anticipate potential problems and work on solutions before the trouble begins -- understand the way in which your family influences your assumptions and expectations of marriage and family -- work toward and expect harmonious solutions to problems -- recognize when compromise is not possible and make the best decision you can to work around the problem -- realize that the source of solutions reside with you -- you can't change others, you can only change yourself. The Ties That Bind...and Bind...and Bind offers guidelines for all kinds of couples, including engaged couples, newlyweds, parents and grandparents, as well as gay and lesbian couples and couples who are living together. With practical tips and checklists that all in-laws can use -- the entire family on both sides of a couple's relationship can work toward a more harmonious life together.