English Buddha

Buddhism is often considered a religion by new practitioners. For many Buddhists it is more of a way of life than a religion. Buddhists believe meditation and other practices will lead to changes in oneself. These changes are aimed at creating awareness, wisdom, and kindness within in order to reach spiritual enlightenment. Buddhism represents the end of suffering for anyone able to attain enlightenment, because the person no longer dwells on what they lack but learns to live with the reality of what is, without needs, wants, or desires.

After his last mission against human trafficking, Colonel Theodore Bonner is recruited by the CIA to train a child prodigy, Kim. Ted adopts and raises Kim, teaching him survival skills. After a brutal mission leaves Kim deaf, his training shifts, leading him to a newfound spiritual path and inner strength. He is becoming a human weapon to fight for innocent victims.

The goal of Bedtime Stories for Adults: Book 3 is to elevate your psycho-physical well-being and your spirituality through special meditation bed stories that contain powerful subliminal messages that refer to the special meditation used by Buddha.

In this book, Scott Shaw, a prolific proponent of modern Zen Buddhism, leads the reader through a series of discussions, detailing the various aspects of Zen in relation to human consciousness and developmental awareness. He guides the reader to a place where they may come to understand the true nature of the everyday trials and tribulations of life and make each of them a true learning experience. Ultimately, the reader may come away with a new sense of empowerment and personal understanding. From this they can transverse even the most treacherous of life circumstance with a new and ...

Eastern religions cover a very diverse field of study. This examination of their beliefs presents only a simplified outline of their teaching as compared with basic Christian doctrine. We have ignored the major distinctions between Hinduism and Buddhism, for example, concentrating on certain underlying ideas common to all Eastern thought. Who are they? And what do they believe? Eastern Religions: What Do They Believe? compares the teaching of this group with basic fundamental Biblical doctrine. This eBook is not designed to ridicule or scorn the teaching of those who differ in faith and ...

Beyond Buddha: Tracing the Origins of Buddhism is an in-depth exploration of the historical and cultural context that gave rise to one of the world's most influential religions. This comprehensive book offers a compelling journey through the earliest origins of Buddhism, tracing its evolution over thousands of years and across multiple continents.

How to quickly master the 2,500 year-old teachings of Buddhist philosophy to live a happier and more meaningful life starting tomorrow...without worshipping a golden statue of Buddha! This audiobook is about you! You...living a happier and more meaningful life! You...finding more peace, joy, and love. And you - mastering the core teachings of Buddha so that you can live the life you know you deserve!

Imagined by one of the world's leading experts on Buddhism, this fictionalized conversation presents the essential biography of its famously wise founder. A relaxed chat with the Buddha tells us what he thought about impermanence, karma, mindfulness, compassion, love, and everything else that leads us toward a true understanding of ourselves and the cosmos.

Buddha statues are objects worshipped in Buddhism.

Why do only a small percentage of people rise to the very top of their fields while the majority barely cope with their stress? Why do some entrepreneurs remain optimistic and filled with boundless energy, while most become exhausted, overwhelmed, and burned out? Why do some health care professionals thrive under pressure, while most are crushed by it? In this important book, mindset management expert Dr. Steve Taubman, DCC, explores the dilemma of how most suffer while certain peak performers thrive under the very same conditions.

In this latest installment of the Mingling in the CIA series, we join Central Intelligence Agency officer Annie on her first overseas assignment. Annie continues on her blundering path, dragging national security along with her. From inappropriate relationships with foreign intelligence services to entitled use of government money to fund her love life, the reader will never view the CIA the same way again.

In this first installment of the Mingling in the CIA series, the reader is introduced to the "cast of characters" at the Central Intelligence Agency. A humorous short story, the reader will meet the five most common personality types that populate the Agency.

Sheet cakes, overpriced coffee drinks, and a dancing guy in a doughnut suit? In this installment of the Mingling in the CIA series we venture into the daily life of Annie, an officer in the Central Intelligence Agency. Simultaneously combining dimwittedness with opportunistic backstabbing, she bumbles from assignment to assignment, all at the expense of national security. You will never view the CIA the same way again.

In today's world, there is a lot that can stress us out. We live in a time when talking about climate change is a hot button issue leading to political movements, youth led protests, and lots of anxiety. From green living to figuring out how you (and your family) can make a difference in your community, this mindful approach is the key to being stress-free as you make a positive impact on the environment.

The Life of the Buddha and Its Lessons (published in 1912) was written by H. S. Olcott, who is considered the “first American Buddhist.” The book explores what Olcott found on his journey to India and Sri Lanka. His mission was to discover original Buddhist texts that were uncorrupted by Western interpretations so that he could produce more accurate translations and propagate the ideas of Buddhism.

Zen Dogs, sequel to the best-selling Zen Cats, offers the timeless teachings of Buddhism along with key lessons our canine companions are here to remind us of - such as how to live in the now. Every dog is a living example of loving kindness, a central tenet of the Buddha, which they reteach us with every affectionate lick and joy-filled wag of the tail. Filled with meditations and eternal truths, Zen Dogs offers insight into every aspect of life for both two-leggers and four-leggers.

How can you bring your best and most successful self to work every day? Drawn from the author’s decades of experience as head of HR in the country’s top organizations and packed with easy-to-apply practical advice, Buddha at Work will help you achieve your true potential and find inspiration when you need it the most.

Even though he was one of the most influential men who ever walked the Earth, very little is known about the life of Siddhartha Gautama, the man we call the Buddha. His teachings were followed in India for 1,500 years and became the guiding principles of life for both rich and poor, high born and lower castes. Today the religion he founded is followed all over the world. Here is the fascinating story of his life from his youth as a privileged prince to his renunciation and his attainment of nirvana.

In book 2 of The Adventures of Shelly Beach series, Shelly and her brother Sunny continue on their adventures in the Florida Keys. Young readers can continue to learn about the wildlife found in the Florida Keys while they join Shelly in her magical paddle boat. In this installment, readers will discover hermit crabs, as they meet Herbie the Hermit Crab and Uncle Shrimpie, guided by a MerDog!

In the third book of The Adventures of Shelly Beach series, Shelly and her brother Sunny stumble upon a few Florida Keys mysteries and solve a major problem while they are at it. Young readers can continue to explore the wildlife found in the Florida Keys and meet more magical creatures. This installment is full of surprises sure to fascinate young readers!