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Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh reveals an art of living in mindfulness that helps us answer life's deepest questions and experience the happiness and freedom we desire....

Legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy and zen philosophy....

In The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching, now revised with added material and new insights, Nhat Hanh introduces us to the core teachings of Buddhism and shows us that the Buddha’s teachings are accessible and applicable to our daily lives....

As featured in the Ram Dass documentary film Becoming Nobody, five essential live teaching sessions on audio, presented here in their entirety....

In 81 brief chapters, Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, provides advice that imparts balance and perspective, as well as a serene and generous spirit....

From one of America's greatest minds, a journey through psychology, philosophy, and lots of meditation to show how Buddhism holds the key to moral clarity and enduring happiness....

The Art of War dates back to the fifth century BC, and is an ancient Chinese military handbook. Attributed to the intelligent military strategist Sun Tzu it is still one of the most influential strategy texts....

The author of Self-Compassion follows up her groundbreaking book with new ideas that expand our notion of self-kindness and its capacity to transform our lives, showing women how to balance tender self-acceptance with fierce action to claim their power and change the world....

En El arte de la guerra, Sun Tzu hace análisis detallados y recomendaciones útiles sobre trece temas principales de la estrategia militar....

Easwaran’s best-selling translation of the ancient wisdom texts called the Upanishads is reliable, enjoyable, and profound....

Zen master Thick Nhat Hanh, one of the most respected and celebrated religious leaders in the world, delivers a powerful path to happiness through mastering life's most important skill....

Tantra Illuminated takes the listener on a fascinating journey to the very heart of original Tantra: its key teachings, foundational lineages, and transformative practices....

The most accessible and informative version of the Buddhist classic available in English, with instruction in meditation, illuminating commentary, and guidance in the practical use of the prayers....

Death is not waiting for us at the end of a long road. Death is always with us, in the marrow of every passing moment. She is the secret teacher hiding in plain sight....

"Our biggest fear," says poet and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, "is that we will become nothing when we die. If we think that we cease to exist when we die, we have not looked very deeply at ourselves....

With Just So, the celebrated philosopher and self-described "spiritual entertainer" invites us to explore the hidden dimensions that shape both the cosmos and our personal experience of it....

The Book of Wisdom removes the dust of tradition that has gathered around meditation, conveying the essential science and methodology of the practice....

Described by the Dalai Lama as “one of the greatest thinkers of the age”, Jiddu Krishnamurti has influenced millions throughout the 20th century....

In The Wise Heart, Jack Kornfield offers an accessible, comprehensive, and illuminating guide to the universal teachings of Buddhist psychology....

The Living Gita is a translation of, and commentary on, the Bhagavad Gita by Sri Swami Satchidananda, one of the world’s most respected Yoga masters. The Gita is the summary and essence of Eastern spiritual wisdom, drawn from the Hindu tradition....

Said to be the world's longest poem, Mahabharata was originally composed in 100,000 Sanskrit verses by the ancient Indian sage Vyasa....

This series of talks is on one of the most esoteric treatises in the world. It will show you the way to become more than the body and the way to bloom....

Written over three centuries ago by a Samurai warrior, A Book of Five Rings has been hailed as a limitless source of psychological insight for businessmen....

On Buddhism without Beliefs, celebrated teacher, translator, and former Buddhist monk Stephen Batchelor takes us back to the first years after the Buddha's awakening....

The work now submitted to public judgment is the fruit of a somewhat intimate acquaintance with Eastern adepts and study of their science. It is offered to such as are willing to accept truth wherever it may be found, and to defend it, even looking popular prejudice straight in the face....

The Fighting Game Community (FGC) has been around for three decades, and in this philosophical text listeners will find the path to self improvement, not only in fighting games, but in life. Drawing inspiration from Western and Eastern philosophies, Tyler "Sneaky Memer" Rose delivers a mystical and digestible selection of advice for the fledgling fighting game player.

In this hilarious and thought-provoking read, Paulie Amigo challenges readers to embrace their flaws and recognize that everyone, including themselves, sucks in some way. Covering various topics from social media addiction to toxic relationships to materialism, You Suck offers practical advice on how to break free from negative habits and live a more fulfilling life. But don't just take our word for it - leave a review and let others know how much you loved the book. Share it on social media with your friends and tag your favorite influencers using the hashtags #YouSuckBook and #PaulieAmigo...

Do you struggle with feelings of guilt? Do you often find yourself dwelling on past mistakes and feeling stuck in a cycle of self-blame? It's time to break free from the weight of guilt and start living a more mindful, present life. This 30-day mindfulness workbook is designed to help you identify the root causes of your guilt, work through them with compassion and self-forgiveness, and develop healthier habits and perspectives for moving forward. Over the course of 30 days, you'll be guided through daily mindfulness exercises, reflective writing prompts, and practical tools for managing ...

Reflections on Silver River consists of a new translation of Tokme Zongpo's Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva and a verse-by verse commentary. Ken McLeod's plain and simple English beautifully reflects the simplicity and directness of the original Tibetan. McLeod's commentary is full of provocative questions and inspiring descriptions of what it means to be awake and present in your life. Practical instruction, brief and to the point, is found in each of the verse commentaries.

Mastering kung fu, as learned from China's legendary Shaolin monks, teaches that it empowers your life and interactions, applicable personally and professionally. Beyond physical strength, the mindset overcomes challenges. In this book, Bernhard Moestl unveils the Shaolin 'mind power' principle, the monks' source of energy. Through thirteen principles, he guides handling stress and demands, bringing vitality to life anywhere, no monastery required.

This is a new translation of the ancient Confucian classic, the Xiào Jīng ("Classic of Filial Piety").

Exploring Buddha’s core teachings, the author shares his own secular and accessible interpretations of the Four Noble Truths, the Three Treasures, and the Eightfold Path within the context of his lineage and the teachings of his teacher and the teachers before him. He looks at Buddha’s teachings on our singular reality that appears as a multiplicity of things and on the “self” that perceives reality, translating powerful spiritual experience into the vernacular of modern life.

The Tao Te Ching, Daodejing, Dao De Jing, or Daode jing, also simply referred to as the Laozi, is a Chinese classic text. According to tradition, it was written around 6th century BC by the sage Laozi, a record-keeper at the Zhou dynasty court, by whose name the text is known in China. The text's true authorship and date of composition or compilation are still debated, although the oldest excavated text dates back to the late 4th century BC.

Buddha or Karl Marx is a comparative study of the two philosophies Buddhism and Marxism. It concludes by presenting in plain English that Buddhism through changing man's disposition is a superior way to achieve and most importantly maintain a society sans suffering, greed and fostering Maitri (universal love and brotherhood).

Patanjali explores exhaustively the means, the techniques, and the mental posture which create the connecting thread between the form-centred personality and these stages towards spiritual achievement and soul fusion.

In "Bridging the Philosophical Divide," embark on a captivating journey that explores the profound insights and wisdom of Eastern and Western philosophical traditions. This groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on the fundamental questions of existence, the nature of the self, and the meaning of life by delving into the rich tapestry of ideas that have shaped our understanding of the world.

The three short treatises translated herein on the subject of the famous Six yogas of Naropa (Naro'i Chos Drug) are compositions by authors representing sub-schools of the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. The first is a translation of the Instructions (gdams) portion of in the hagiography (rnam thar) or literally Life and Liberation Narrative of Naropa entitled Mhas grub mynam-med dpal-ldan Na-ro-pa'i rnam-par thar=pa dri-med legs-bsad bde-chen 'brug-sgra which may be rendered "The well-narrated immaculate biography of the peerless sage Naropa or the voice of thunder of the Great Bliss. ...

The Process of I is an examination of the power and connection of identity. Emily Maroutian explains that each person creates their own identity, knowingly or unknowingly, and then projects it into a reflective, personal reality that creates corresponding experiences and events. Every aspect of life is a reflection of your created identity. Every relationship is a mirror of your relationship with yourself. Understanding this cycle and depth of connection is one of the most powerful ways to recreate your relationships and world. Delve deep into the process of you as Emily Maroutian ...

Probably you have chosen to pick up this book because you are interested in martial arts of any kind, or maybe you are just interested in the training of the ancient ninja. Whatever the reason for your interest in this book I can assure you that you will not be disappointed. But just what is Shikatakai? I teach that the study of the art is not just merely the study of kicking, blocking, and punching, you know, martial arts training, it is a lifestyle that you have chosen to live by. We are not talking about some Ninjutsu Naruto here, we are talking about actual Ninjutsu techniques blended ...

An Essential Guide to Kriya Yoga Practice contains all you need to know to prepare for Kriya Initiation and to begin practicing Kriya Yoga. If you are looking for one of the most effective approaches to Kriya Yoga, you will find it in this audiobook. Based on over two decades of actual experience practicing and teaching Kriya Yoga, this book demystifies the process, and explains the proper integration between meditation and living a full life.