Unlearning Meditation

Author : Jason Siff
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2010-07-06
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 0834823144

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Unlearning Meditation by Jason Siff Pdf

When we meditate, our minds often want to do something other than the meditation instructions we've been taught. When that happens repeatedly, we may feel frustrated to the point of abandoning meditation altogether. Jason Siff invites us to approach meditation in a new way, one that honors the part of us that doesn't want to do the instructions. He teaches us how to become more tolerant of intense emotions, sleepiness, compelling thoughts, fantasies—the whole array of inner experiences that are usually considered hindrances to meditation. The meditation practice he presents in Unlearning Meditation is gentle, flexible, permissive, and honest, and it's been wonderfully effective for opening up meditation for people who thought they could never meditate, as well as for injecting a renewed energy for practice into the lives of seasoned practitioners.

Author : Pt.Rajnikant Upadhyaya & Pt. Gopal Sharma
Publisher : Lotus Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Hindu meditations
ISBN : 8183820379

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Learn Meditation by Pt.Rajnikant Upadhyaya & Pt. Gopal Sharma Pdf

Author : R Viswakumar
Publisher : Notion Press
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2022-04-25
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9798885559980

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Sea Shells by R Viswakumar Pdf

Quotes are quoted as the translation of one’s own experiences in life. For eons, the message is passed on from one generation to another by way of sharing their experience in writing. It is simple literary work and not about literary skills either. Many a time we have to read between lines. Unless one dives deep into his heart with deep introspection it is not possible to reflect the experiences in writings like picking pearls from the deep sea, hence the title ‘SEA SHELLS’. Those on shore never know or realize how deep the experience is unless they dwell in their experience. For the same reason, quotes do not transform a reader but can only remind introspect reader’s experience.

Author : Jason Siff
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834830080

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Thoughts Are Not the Enemy by Jason Siff Pdf

In most forms of meditation, the meditator is instructed to let go of thoughts as they arise. As a result, thinking is often taken, unnecessarily, to be something misguided or evil. This approach is misguided, says Jason Siff. In fact, if we allow thoughts to arise and become mindful of the thoughts themselves, we gain tranquility and insight just as in other methods without having to reject our natural mental processes. And by observing the thoughts themselves with mindfulness and curiosity, we can learn a good deal about ourselves in the process.

Author : John Amodeo
Publisher : Quest Books
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-04
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780835609142

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Dancing with Fire by John Amodeo Pdf

Draws upon the science of attachment theory to explain the misunderstood roots of suffering and how to achieve vibrant relationships by welcoming desire rather than suppressing it.

Author : Adeline van Waning
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2014-01-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781782796572

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The Less Dust the More Trust by Adeline van Waning Pdf

The Less Dust, the More Trust presents the story of the author’s participation in the Shamatha Project, addressing Buddhism, shamatha mindfulness practices (concentration-calm), and meditation-research. With diary excerpts, dream log, and audio transcripts she gives the reader a feel for her personal experiences. The current research outcomes of this unique ongoing project are reported, focusing on the effects of the various practices in attention and emotion regulation, and on health. They include groundbreaking findings of effects down to the chromosome level. The practice ‘Settling the mind in its natural state’ invites wonder: what is this natural state? Each chapter includes a guided meditation. The book is structured in a way that it can provide the reader with various threads. It can be read as an overview of the Shamatha Project, meditation and science. Additionally, it can be read as an exploration into Buddhist studies, with a focus on psychological and scientific understanding of meditation. Most importantly: the book can support a personal journey for the reader in practicing shamatha meditations, and experiencing increasing well-being. ,

Author : Jason Siff
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781611800432

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Thoughts Are Not the Enemy by Jason Siff Pdf

A revolutionary new approach to meditation: a mindfulness of thinking that accepts and investigates the thoughts that arise as you meditate--from the author of Unlearning Meditation. In most forms of meditation, the meditator is instructed to let go of thoughts as they arise. As a result, thinking is often taken, unnecessarily, to be something misguided or evil. This approach is misguided, says Jason Siff. In fact, if we allow thoughts to arise and become mindful of the thoughts themselves, we gain tranquillity and insight just as in other methods without having to reject our natural mental processes. And by observing the thoughts themselves with mindfulness and curiosity, we can learn a good deal about ourselves in the process.

Author : Bruce Newman
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781559395038

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A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism by Bruce Newman Pdf

Uncover the nature of the mind with this ground-level, practice-oriented presentation of Tibetan Buddhism. A personal and accessible guide to establishing progress on the path. The book begins with the awakening of students' interest in spirituality and the initial encounter with Tibetan Buddhism, then leads us through all the steps necessary for successful practice in the West. Included is succinct counsel on finding an appropriate teacher, receiving empowerments, becoming active in a center, and launching and sustaining a Vajrayana practice. Special emphasis is placed on the potential pitfalls, and the marvelous benefits, of the guru-disciple relationship.

Author : Jay Michaelson
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781583947159

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Evolving Dharma by Jay Michaelson Pdf

A no-nonsense guide to the evolution of meditation, mindfulness, and enlightenment in modern-day society—from their religious origins in the East to their more secular incarnations in the West Evolving Dharma is the definitive guide to the meditation revolution. Fearless, unorthodox, and irreverent scholar and activist Jay Michaelson shows how meditation and mindfulness have moved from ashrams and self-help groups to classrooms and hospitals, and offers unusually straight talk about the “Big E”— enlightenment. Michaelson introduces us to maverick brain hackers, postmodern Buddhist monks, and cutting-edge neuroscientists and shares his own stories of months-long silent retreats, powerful mystical experiences, and many pitfalls along the way. Evolving Dharma is a must-read for the next-generation meditator, the spiritually cynical, and the curious adventurer in all of us.

Author : Ann Bailey,Joseph Ciarrochi,Russ Harris
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2014-12-16
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781611802276

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The Weight Escape by Ann Bailey,Joseph Ciarrochi,Russ Harris Pdf

Skip the diets and calorie counting—the bestselling author of The Happiness Trap reveals how mindful eating is the key to long-term weight control and well-being Using the mindfulness-based method called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Happiness Trap author Dr. Russ Harris, psychological practitioner Ann Bailey, and scientist Joseph Ciarrochi present a holistic approach to well-being and weight loss. Focusing on the mental barriers that prevent us from setting and achieving our goals, they go beyond meal plans and calorie counting to explain how you can apply mindfulness to your lifestyle and eating habits. Through practical exercises and personal stories they show you how to: • Set goals and give direction to your life • Overcome destructive habits and exercise self-control • Deal with cravings and stressful situations • Develop self-acceptance This book contains the tools you need not only to get the weight-loss results you want but to maintain a healthy weight—and a healthy sense of well-being—for the rest of your life.

Author : Malcolm Huxter
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-05
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781317505402

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Healing the Heart and Mind with Mindfulness by Malcolm Huxter Pdf

Healing the Heart and Mind with Mindfulness is a practical book that provides strategies using mindfulness to manage stress, anxiety and depression, as well as ways to cultivate psychological wellbeing. Uniquely, it combines a traditional Buddhist approach to mindfulness with contemporary psychology and current perspectives. Drawing on the author’s many years of clinical experience as a psychologist as well as his personal experience in Buddhist meditation practices, it outlines how the Buddha’s four applications of mindfulness can provide a pathway to psychological wellbeing, and how this can be used personally or with clinical populations. This accessible, user friendly book provides strategies for healing the heart and mind. Malcolm Huxter introduces mindfulness as it is presented in Buddhist psychology and guides the reader through meditations in a systematic way. The practices are clearly explained and supported by relevant real life stories. Being aware that mindfulness and meditation are simple but not easy, Huxter guides the reader from the basics of mindfulness and meditation through to the more refined aspects. He provides a variety of different exercises and guided meditations so that individuals are able to access what suits them. The guided meditations can be streamed or accessed as free audio downloads. Healing the Heart and Mind with Mindfulness is aimed at anyone who wishes to use mindfulness practices for psychological freedom. This book provides insight and clarity into the clinical and general applications of Buddhist mindfulness and will be of interest to mental health practitioners, students of mindfulness, professional mindfulness coaches and trainers, researchers and academics wishing to understand Buddhist mindfulness and the general public.

Author : Susi Ferrarello,Christos Hadjioannou
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 543 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2023-12-22
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9781003827610

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The Routledge Handbook of Phenomenology of Mindfulness by Susi Ferrarello,Christos Hadjioannou Pdf

The Routledge Handbook of Phenomenology of Mindfulness brings together two schools of thought and practice that – despite rarely being examined jointly – provide an incredibly fruitful way for exploring thinking, the mind, and the nature and practice of mindfulness. Applying the concepts and methods of phenomenology, an international team of contributors explore mindfulness from a variety of different viewpoints and traditions. The handbook’s 35 chapters are divided into seven clear parts: Mindfulness in the Western Traditions Mindfulness in the Eastern Traditions Mindfulness, Ethics, and Well-Being Mindfulness, Time, and Attention Mindfulness and Embodiment Applications: Mindfulness in Life Conclusion: Mindfulness and Phenomenology? Within these sections, a rich array of topics and themes are explored, ranging from Stoicism and the origins of mindfulness in Buddhism and eastern thought to meditation, self-awareness, the body and embodiment, and critiques of mindfulness. Additionally, the book delves into the ways the ideas of leading phenomenological thinkers, including Heidegger, Merleau-Ponty, and Levinas, can contribute to understanding the relationship between phenomenology and mindfulness. A valuable resource for those researching phenomenology and applications of phenomenology, this handbook will also be of great interest to students and practitioners of mindfulness in areas such as counseling and psychotherapy.

Author : Howard Schubiner,Michael Betzold
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1268215770

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Unlearn Your Pain by Howard Schubiner,Michael Betzold Pdf

Author : Chogyam Trungpa
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 417 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2024-03-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781645473763

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Ocean of Dharma by Chogyam Trungpa Pdf

Here is an inspiring collection of short teachings from the writings of the renowned Tibetan meditation master Chögyam Trungpa. Pithy and immediate, these teachings can be contemplated and practiced every day—or any day—of the year. Drawn from a wide variety of sources—including never-before-published writings—Ocean of Dharma addresses a range of topics, including fear and fearlessness, accepting our imperfections, developing confidence, helping others, appreciating our basic goodness, and everyday life as a spiritual path.

Author : Oren Jay Sofer,Matthew Brensilver
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780393713923

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The Mindful Schools Curriculum for Adolescents: Tools for Developing Awareness by Oren Jay Sofer,Matthew Brensilver Pdf

A flexible set of lessons tailored to the developmental needs of adolescents, based on research in behavioral science. Arguably, no student population stands to gain more from mindfulness practice— with its power to enhance emotion regulation, attention stability, and self- awareness— than students between the ages of thirteen and twenty. In this comprehensive curriculum developed at Mindful Schools, Oren Jay Sofer and Matthew Brensilver provide twentyfive brief (twenty- to- thirty- minute) lessons that supply a framework for mindfulness instruction that can be expanded or condensed according to the needs of students. Each lesson includes a “science supplement” with research findings relevant to the practice, and handouts summarizing key aspects of the lesson that can be distributed to students. Users of the curriculum may also be interested in the instructional resource written from a similar perspective by these authors with JoAnna Hardy: Teaching Mindfulness to Empower Adolescents.