Zen Buddhism

The Dalai Lama will tell you that happiness is the purpose of life, and that "the very motion of our life is toward happiness." How to get there has always been the question. With the help of a psychiatrist, he now gets the message across in a context we can easily understand.

When the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara was engaged in the practice of the deep Prajnaparamita, he perceived that there are the five Skandhas; and these he saw in their self-nature to be empty. "O Sariputra, form is here emptiness, emptiness is form; form is no other than emptiness, emptiness is no other than form; that which is form is emptiness, that which is emptiness is form."

How to maximize calm, joy, and fulfilment - Keep reading to learn the secret to a meaningful life Do you struggle to accept the uncertainty of your future? Are negative emotions hard for you to handle? Do you want to learn how to let go of things you can’t control and embrace the beauty in what you have? If you said YES to any of these questions, then it’s time to start walking the stoic path. Stoicism is an ideology that has been praised by many — and for good reason. Stoicism means embracing positivity, strengthening self-control, boosting happiness, and rewiring your mind to be ...

Originally written in 1955 and now published for the first time in audiobook form, Wake Up is Kerouac's retelling of the life of Prince Siddartha Gotama, who as a young man abandoned his wealthy family and comfortable home for a lifelong searchfor Enlightenment. Distilled from a wide variety of canonical scriptures, Wake Up serves as both a penetrating account of the Buddha's life and a concise primer on the principal teachings of Buddhism.

The peace and tranquility that we long for is as close to us as our breath. We don’t have to spend our lives searching for it. All we need is a quiet mind. Silent Awareness invites us on a journey into the inexhaustible beauty of our own essential nature. Drawing from the wisdom of sages and mystics from around the world, the book offers a framework for unveiling the timeless awareness in which we are whole and complete. Key components in this unveiling include our attention and a willingness to let go of our thinking mind and the habitual patterns that obstruct inner peace. As we learn ...

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.

33 Zen Stories to Calm Your Mind, Quiet the Noise, and Live Awake What if peace didn’t come from doing more—but from simply noticing what already is? In this beautifully simple and soul-soothing book, you'll find 33 short Zen stories, each paired with a quiet reflection and a daily practice. These aren't just parables from ancient temples—they're mirrors for your modern life. Whether you're new to mindfulness or deep in your inner journey, this book offers a gentle, story-led path through the core Zen themes of: Letting Go – Release control and lighten your mental load Stillness –...

Find yourself and tune in: such is the message of Zen. Instant Zen presents the teachings of Foyan, a twelfth-century Chinese Zen master recognized as one of the greatest masters of the Song dynasty Zen renaissance in China. These simple exercises by Foyan lead you to the awakening of insight into the real nature of self and emphasize independence and autonomy, two qualities vital to seeing and acting clearly. Newcomers will find this a useful and sophisticated introduction to authentic inner Zen practices without cultural exoticism or religious cultism.

Bring Me the Rhinoceros is an unusual guide to happiness and a can opener for your thinking. For fifteen hundred years, Zen koans have been passed down through generations of masters, usually in private encounters between teacher and student. This book deftly retells more than a dozen traditional koans, which are partly paradoxical questions dangerous to your beliefs and partly treasure boxes of ancient wisdom. John Tarrant brings the heart of the koan tradition out into the open, reminding us that the old wisdom remains as vital as ever.

We face a potent intersection of crises: ecological destruction, rising inequality, racial injustice, and the lasting impacts of a devastating pandemic. The situation is beyond urgent. To face these challenges, we need to find ways to strengthen our clarity, compassion, and courage to act. Beloved Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is blazingly clear: There’s one thing we all have the power to change, which can make all the difference, and that is our mind.

Navigate the profound teachings of the Quantum Sage with this comprehensive companion This definitive study guide to THE ETERNAL HARMONICS offers readers a structured pathway through the revolutionary teachings that bridge scientific precision with spiritual wisdom. Whether you're a scientist exploring consciousness, a spiritual seeker integrating empirical understanding, or anyone seeking wholeness in a fragmented world, this guide provides: Insightful chapter summaries illuminating the core principles of quantum integration Thought-provoking study questions testing comprehension of key ...

Zen master Julian Daizan Skinner guides the listener through a sequence of meditation techniques that can safely lead even a complete novice through to advanced levels. Based on his own long experience of the Rinzai Zen tradition, as taught by the great 17th-century masters Hakuin and Bankei, Daizan highlights the key points for success and addresses the pitfalls. Structured around a traditional teaching framework called 'the two wings of a bird', Daizan clearly lays-out how these methods build and combine to create a transformative and sustaining practice.

You go to a Zen centre. You sit. Someone with short hair and a serious face rings the bell. Maybe sometimes you have thought, "I could do that!" Maybe you have even thought, "I could do that with a smile!" This book shows you how.

A Year of Kaizen – 365 Days of Small Steps for Big Growth Do you struggle to stay consistent with personal growth? Do big life changes feel overwhelming? What if you could transform your life—just 1% at a time? A Year of Kaizen is your daily guide to self-improvement, using the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen—continuous, small, and sustainable progress. This book provides 365 powerful yet simple daily actions designed to help you: ✔ Develop Self-Discipline & Productivity – Build better habits, stay focused, and eliminate distractions. ✔ Strengthen Mindset & Mental Resilience – ...

Love might not be what we think it is. We all seek the happiness that comes from loving and being loved, yet we often find ourselves dissatisfied in our relationships and unable to grasp the cause. Thich Nhat Hanh here shows the way to overcome our recurrent obstacles to love - by learning to be mindful, open, and present with ourselves and others. As he explains, "training is needed in order to love properly; and to be able to give happiness and joy, you must practice deep looking directed toward the person you love."

The Zen master and one of the world's most beloved teachers returns with a concise, practical guide to understanding and developing our most powerful inner resource - silence - to help us find happiness, purpose, and peace.

Relax and find happiness amid the swirl of the modern world with this internationally best-selling guide to simplifying your life by a Japanese monk who embodies the wisdom of Zen.

This may be one of the most disturbing photography books you will ever read. It will challenge your notions about photography as it artfully points to a unity between subject, photographer, equipment and technique. Professor Michael Eldridge, former Head of Post Graduate Studies in Photography at 'The Arts University' states in the Foreword: "Stephen Bray writes here a travelogue about his voyage and search for meaning and inspiration. He also explores the relationship between photography and awareness within the context for formal Buddhist philosophy, for the benefit of those wishing to ...

❓ What if pain was never the problem—but the path? 🌀 What if addiction wasn’t just weakness— but forgetting who you were meant to be? 🌿 What if less isn’t emptiness—but freedom? 🔥 What if the life you crave begins the moment you let go? In a world that medicates discomfort, sells noise, and rewards distraction— The Zen Meditations of an Addict Monk is a quiet rebellion. A book meant not only to inspire you— but to awaken you. A guide. A mirror. 🪞 A fire. 🔥 A return. A spiritual reckoning. A raw, poetic journey through fear, pain, addiction, consumerism, anger,...

In The Gateless Gate, one of modern Zen Buddhism’s uniquely influential masters offers classic commentaries on the Mumonkan, one of Zen’s greatest collections of teaching stories. This translation was compiled with the Western listener in mind, and includes Koan Yamada’s clear and penetrating comments on each case. Yamada played a seminal role in bringing Zen Buddhism to the West from Japan, going on to be the head of the Sanbo Kyodan Zen Community.