Zen Art

The Zen of Art starts with the premise that making art is akin to what happens when wind engages with a set of chimes. The chance encounter of source and instrument generates a song that enriches and elevates the moment. Author and artist Carolyn Schlam draws a parallel with what she calls the "Zen of Art"—the process of allowing creative expression to manifest in a natural and unencumbered fashion. Schlam tells her personal story of making art while applying the knowledge she has gained to live an "artful life" in chapters on courage, joy, beauty, love, and more.

I was hooked from the start. A terrific read of the can't-put-it-down variety! - Andy Clayton, Daily News A modern day Hoosiers where reality trumps what even the most talented writer could dream up. - Andrés Alvarez, Box Score Geeks Pressure plays, buzzer-beaters, and mindfulness meditation: A team of teenagers goes for the championship in Namibia’s professional basketball league. Ben Guest takes a high school coaching gig on the other side of the world. On the first day of practice one of the ten players can’t complete a simple defensive slide. Follow their journey over two seasons ...

“I’ve always believed the mind is the best weapon.” — John Rambo UNLOCK THE SECRET TO UNSTOPPABLE POWER Transcend Fear, Doubt, and Confusion. Awaken the Warrior Within. What if you could move through life with laser precision, unwavering clarity, and unstoppable effectiveness? What if every decision, every action, every moment was infused with calm power and strategic mastery? This isn’t a fantasy. This is Mushin. MUSHIN: THE WARRIOR'S SECRET TO UNSTOPPABLE POWER isn’t just a book—it’s a breakthrough. A battlefield-tested guide forged from ancient Eastern wisdom, elite ...

When eighth-grader San Lee moves to a new town and a new school for the umpteenth time, he doesn't try to make new friends or be a loner or play cool. Instead he sits back and devises a plan to be totally different. When he accidentally answers too many questions in World History on Zen (only because he just had Ancient Religions two schools ago) all heads turn and San has his answer: he's a Zen Master.

This book is the result of several years of experience in amateur radiotelegraphy. It suggests, for the first time, a learning methodology based on an integrated and multidisciplinary approach designed to accompany the apprentice from the first steps in ham radio all the way to a world-class proficiency in telegraphy. The book introduces, ad-hoc tailored to amateur radio, techniques used successfully by competitive athletes, including extreme sports such as free diving, adapted to the difficult process of learning telegraphy.

Stanley Bing follows his enormously successful What Would Machiavelli Do? with another subversively humorous exploration of how work would be different - if the Buddha were your personal consultant.

Zen science of sexual tension. Unveiled at last, a simple proven system to help you move from a frustrated, unloved single man to getting a woman of your dreams. This is a system that flips a switch in a girl’s mind and get her obsessed with chasing you. You will finally have that female friend Butt-naked on your bed confessing how badly she wants it, you will be surprised when that bartender or waitress you have a secret crush on is slipping her phone number on the receipt. You will shock your friends when that hot girl at the party whom everyone has their eyes on is flirting with you ...

In these troubling times, we all yearn for a better world. But many of us feel powerless and uncertain what we can do. Thich Nhat Hanh (Thay) is blazingly clear: there's one thing that we have the power to change - and that can make all the difference: our mind. How we see and think about things determines all the choices we make, the everyday actions we take (or avoid), how we relate to those we love (or oppose) and how we react in a crisis or when things don't go our way.

Step into tranquillity with "Zen and the Art of Sleep", a visionary eBook that transforms your nighttime routine into a soothing journey towards inner peace. This groundbreaking literature presents a compelling blend of philosophy and practicality, establishing a unique strategy to tackle sleep disorders while enhancing your overall quality of life. As you dive deep into its core, you'll explore an in-depth analysis of the connection between the ancient practice of Zen and the science of sleep. Each chapter takes you further into the intriguing synergy between these elements, effectively ...

In this book, Mark Westmoquette speaks from a place of profound personal experience. A Zen monk, he has endured two life-changing traumas caused by other people: his sexual abuse by his own father, and his stepfather’s death and mother’s very serious injury in a car crash due to the careless driving of an off-duty policeman. He stresses that by bringing awareness and kindness to these relationships, our initial stance of “I can’t stand this person, they need to change” will naturally shift into something much broader and more inclusive.

A book about life, loss, love, and happiness, A Surfer's Guide to Enlightenment calls us to immerse ourselves in the ocean and learn from her waves and currents. Drawing from his thirty years of experience as a surfer, the author shares insights from the ocean that resonate with all nature lovers. Short, punchy chapters use the ocean as a metaphor to provide powerful insights into personal growth, mindfulness, and enlightenment. The book explores themes like acceptance, resilience, and the beauty of imperfection. It encourages readers to embrace life as it comes. The author uses vivid ...

In this series, Om Swami shares the essence of the Zen Living, combing the various branches of Zen and its associated techniques, to help the listener master the Zen way of life. There are 8 core episodes and 4 Bonus ones covering the following: Zazen, Wall-gazing, Osoji and many more to calm and center the mind while living in the world.

Howard Fast began to formally practice Zen meditation after turning away from communism in 1956. The Art of Zen Meditation, originally published by the antiwar political collective Peace Press, in 1977, is the fruit of Fast’s study: a brief and instructive history of Zen Buddhism and its tenets, written with a simplicity that is emblematic of the philosophy itself. Fast’s study of Zen also inspired his popular Masao Masuto mystery series about a Zen Buddhist detective in Beverly Hills.

This is a manual designed to get white belts to competent blue belts in as fast a time as possible. Zen Jiu Jitsu is more a rendition of concepts than techniques. This is the simplest and easiest way to break down and simplify the many and varied ideas, philosophies, and combinations in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu arsenal. For both competition Jiu Jitsu and self-defense Jiu Jitsu, most white belts need to fully understand the concepts, but they can be VERY confusing!

Disc golf is more than a game, Patrick D. McCormick carefully argues; it can be a window that shows us how we interact with the world. The way we play is the way we live.This book is about the sport of disc golf, but it also is about so much more than throwing a disc at a basket. For the passionate practitioner, disc golf becomes a meditation, and practicing has the potential to make us not only better players but better people.

Each of us carries a song inside us, the song that makes us human. Zen Guitar provides the key to unlocking this song - a series of life lessons presented through the metaphor of music. Philip Sudo offers his own experiences with music to enable us to rediscover the harmony in each of our lives and open ourselves to Zen awareness uniquely suited to the Western mind. Through 58 lessons that provide focus and a guide, the listener is led through to Zen awareness, with quotes from sources ranging from Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix to Miles Davis.

Embark on a transformative journey where the serene mastery of Zen meets the time-honored practices of traditional Japanese carpentry in "In the Grain." This intriguing eBook opens the door to an ancient world where every wood shave whispers stories and every joint holds the secrets of a craft refined over millennia. Delve into the heart of Zen Woodworking with a comprehensive introduction that melds philosophy with the tactile joy of creating. "In the Grain" is not merely a guide to crafting wood but an invitation to refine your soul through the art of meticulous craftsmanship. Chapter by ...

Unlock Lightning-Fast Speed: Master the Art of Speed Training for Martial Arts and MMA Are you ready to unleash incredible speed in your martial arts or MMA techniques? This book is your ultimate guide to developing lightning-fast strikes, explosive power, and rapid reaction times using proven methods employed by the world’s top fighters, coaches, and athletes. Inside, you’ll discover: Dozens of drills to easily integrate into your training routine How to predict an opponent's attacks before they make them! The truth about muscle memory and how to harness it The secret to 'quick eye' ...

Shift into Zen: Discover the Soul of Manual Driving, the Spirit of Jinba Ittai and the Path to Inner Peace Enter a world where the road serves as your dojo, every gear shift serves as a meditation instrument, and the steering wheel is a chance for self-discovery. Inspired by the ancient principles of Zen and Jinba Ittai, bestselling author and enthusiastic Miata NA owner Lorenzo Chong offers you to explore the profound connection between driver and machine in his book Zen in the Art of Manual Driving. After reading this book, you will: Gain a greater sense of inner serenity as every journey...

What if you could unlock the secrets of peace, clarity, and purpose, no matter how chaotic life feels? Rinzai Zen has guided seekers for centuries, offering profound wisdom wrapped in simplicity. Rinzai Zen for Beginners brings these transformative teachings to your fingertips in a practical, engaging way. Discover the power of koans. These ancient riddles have challenged and enlightened Zen practitioners for generations. With this book, you’ll not only learn what they are but how to apply their wisdom to break free from conventional thinking and uncover deeper truths. Bring mindfulness ...