Spirituality Buddhism

This exceptional audiobook collection comprises three of the most popular audiobook programs by Esther and Jerry Hicks, who present the teachings of the non-physical consciousness Abraham.

In this breakthrough book, clinical psychologist Lindsay Gibson exposes the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. You will see how these parents create a sense of neglect and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood. By freeing yourself from your parents' emotional immaturity, you can recover your true nature, control how you react to them, and avoid disappointment. Finally, you'll learn how to create positive new relationships so you can build a better life.

366 daily doses of profound and practical Buddhist teachings for true transformation.

This series casts light on the essence of the Gayatri Sadhana—a primal and divine source of pure wisdom, practiced by ancient rishis. Om Swami’s experiential knowledge and life long practice of the Gayatri sadhana forms the basis of these talk. As each episode unfolds, the step-by-step practice of the purushcharana and the benefits of the sadhana become increasingly clear to the listener. Last but not least, here, you will find the perfect balance of scriptural injunctions and experiential wisdom, seasoned with Om Swami’s trademark humour and story-telling.

Daily we are asked to move toward bravery, to stretch in the direction of goodness, kindness, forgiveness, patience, and vulnerability. Yet life's tender fragility, fear, anxiety, and our own practiced self-sabotage can derail us from growing and thriving, leaving us fractured and afraid.

What happens after we die? Are our lives just fleeting moments, or do they carry a deeper, timeless significance? This bundle is your invitation to explore life’s biggest mysteries—what lies beyond death, the truth about reincarnation, and how karma weaves through our lives. Blending scientific research, spiritual insights, and real-life stories, this thought-provoking guide will help you uncover the nature of consciousness, the afterlife, and the karmic patterns that shape our existence.

Great teachers like the Buddha, Jesus, Moses, Mohammed, and Gandhi were all born with brains built essentially like anyone else’s—and then they changed their brains in ways that changed the world. Neuroscience now reveals how the flow of thoughts actually sculpt the brain, and more and more, we are learning that it’s possible to strengthen positive brain states. By combining breakthroughs in science with insights from thousands of years of mindfulness practice, you too can shape your own “Buddha’s Brain” for greater happiness, love, and wisdom.

Throughout our lives we long to love ourselves more deeply and find a greater sense of connection with others. Our fear of intimacy—both with others and with ourselves—creates feelings of pain and longing. But these feelings can also awaken in us the desire for freedom and the willingness to take up the spiritual path.

WARNING: Do NOT crack this book unless you’re ready to watch your favorite mindfulness app curl up in a corner and whimper. From the cluttered desk of Anton Volney Dear Friend, I’m about to shove an 800-year-old stick of dynamite into the mouth of modern “McMeditation.” When the fuse hits zero, two things will remain: You. Whatever’s real enough to survive a Zen sucker-punch. The stick of dynamite is called “Zen Koans: The Gateless Gate to Insight.” Inside are 25 weapon-grade riddles the old monks used to melt egos like blow-torches on Styrofoam. These aren’t bedtime stories...

Have you ever wondered what Jesus would say to Mohammed? Or Buddha? Or Oscar Wilde? Maybe you have a friend who practices another religion or admires a more contemporary figure. Drop in on a conversation between Jesus and some well-known individuals whose search for the meaning of life took them in many directions - and influenced millions. Popular scholar Ravi Zacharias sets a captivating scene in this first in the intriguing Conversations with Jesus series.

Unlock the timeless wisdom of Buddhism with "Pāli Canon & Amitabha Sutra: Buddhist Classics for Beginners." This compelling 2-in-1 guide takes you on a journey through the foundational texts that have shaped Buddhist thought and practice for millennia. Dive into the Pāli Canon, the oldest collection of Buddhist scriptures, where you’ll find the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself. From the essentials of mindfulness and meditation to profound insights on suffering and liberation, these teachings illuminate the path to inner peace and enlightenment. Discover the Amitabha Sutra, a ...

Death is a subject obscured by fear and denial. When we do think of dying, we are more often concerned with how to avoid the pain and suffering that may accompany our death than we are with really confronting the meaning of death and how to approach it. Sushila Blackman places death - and life - in a truer perspective, by telling us of others who have left this world with dignity.

Connect with the present moment in each movement. Award-winning author, meditation leader, and mental health advocate Nita Sweeney shows listeners that fitness can be mindfulness. She teaches listeners how to bring meditation and mindfulness into any activity by incorporating centuries-old techniques. Studies show that both exercise and meditation reduce anxiety, stabilize blood pressure, improve mood and cognition, and lead to a deeper self-relationship and wisdom. Movement is medicine, and meditation is medicine. Let's combine the two with exercise as meditation.

Old Path White Clouds presents the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Drawn directly from 24 Pali, Sanskrit, and Chinese sources, and retold by Thich Nhat Hanh in his inimitably beautiful style, this book traces the Buddha's life slowly and gently over the course of 80 years, partly through the eyes of Svasti, the buffalo boy, and partly through the eyes of the Buddha himself. Old Path White Clouds is destined to become a classic of religious literature.

Audible presents Veda 360 Degrees: Deep Dive into the Foundation of Sanatan Dharma, an Audible Original, written and narrated by Devdutt Pattanaik. Veda 360 Degrees is a deep dive into India’s oldest scripture, the soul of Hinduism, where we learn about Vedas, its origin, its structure, its content and how is it connected to current Hindu customs and beliefs.

In Beyond Happiness, Bayda draws on Zen teachings to question our conventional notions about what happiness is and where we can find it. Most of us seek happiness in things that are external to us. We imagine that getting more money, a better relationship, or going on a nice vacation will finally make us happy. But Bayda shows us that the deepest and most lasting form of happiness does not rely on external circumstance at all.

In this simple yet important book, Noah Rasheta takes profound Buddhist concepts and makes them easy to understand for anyone trying to become a better whatever-they-already-are.

In this intimate and funny collection of essays on the sometimes confusing, sometimes poignant, sometimes hilarious condition of being a woman over 60, Susan Moon keeps her sense of humor and she keeps her listener fully engaged. Among the pieces she has included here are an essay on the gratitude she feels for her weakening bones; observations on finding herself both an orphan and a matriarch following the death of her mother; musings on her tendency to regret the past.

The Shōbōgenzō is the recognized spiritual masterpiece by the 13th- century Japanese Sōtō Zen Master Eihei Dōgen. It is comprised of discourses that he gave to his disciples, in person or in writing, at various times between 1231 and his death 22 years later at age 53. These discourses cover a wide range of topics pertinent to those in monastic life, though often also relevant to those training in lay life.

Zen Golf Deck is a collection of brief lessons and exercises drawn from Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game. Applied in actual on-course sessions with golfers, including many PGA TOUR and LPGA players, they will introduce you to a unique perspective that brings together techniques of modern psychology and ancient wisdom traditions. Each lesson in the Zen Golf Deck will give you ways to make your mind an ally instead of an enemy, helping to reduce frustration, increase consistency, and lower your scores.