Zen Life

For many of us, the subject of money is unavoidably stressful. Managing our personal finances is complicated, time-consuming and often, particularly in the slow countdown to payday, dispiriting. The good news is that in Japan - where a Zen approach to life is more widely practised - a pathway to a better relationship is being carved by the 'Zen Millionaire', Ken Honda. Based on the phenomenally popular Japanese bestseller, this beautifully written book will reinvent the way you see your personal finances. You will come to understand that money flows like water and arrives like a guest.

In his travels around the country and the world, Zen master and international best-selling author Thich Nhat Hanh witnessed a growing unhappiness among the many people he encountered. He saw the hectic pace of our day-to-day lives taking a toll on our health and well-being. In response, the renowned teacher sat down to write Peace Is Every Breath, a book that makes the core teachings of Buddha accessible for everyone.

What is the meaning of life? Buddhahood, Buddha Mind, Awakening, Enlightenment, Selflessness, infinite compassion, the highest happiness, vows, merits, the deepest wisdom… yet, does the question itself hold weight, or does it dissolve into the very air as it is spoken? Listen… The wind through the trees carries the answer in a whisper. The silence between heartbeats speaks of it. Life is not a puzzle to solve, but a breath to inhale, a step to take, a moment to be lived. What is a life well lived? The scent of rain touching dry earth. The ripple of water when a leaf falls. A child’s ...

Legendary singer, artist, and performer, Tony Bennett has been one of the world's most beloved entertainers for more than six decades. From the 78 to the LP to the digital age, Tony has done it all and is still at the top of his game. In decade after decade, this artistic icon - who has won 17 Grammys, sung for 10 presidents, and performed for royalty - has refused to compromise his vision or values. His unwavering commitment to quality has helped him stay true to his classic sound and is the reason his music continues to endure.

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.

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN YOUR LIFE? WHAT DOES EVERYONE WANT IN THEIR LIFE? WHAT IS THE PERFECT BALANCE YOU NEED IN YOUR LIFE? 90% of people in the world do not know how to identify what they really need to find their happiness.MONEY AND LOVE! Love is something that we have but we do not know how to identify and money is something that we do not always have but is necessary to progress. Arrives on Amazon this great book that carefully teaches you how to rely on yourself to maximize your love and financial relationships. An inspiring and reliable book that will help you attract ...

The Danish people are the happiest in the world, and for good reason. The secret lies in their lifestyle, their famous concept of 'Hygge'. Simplify And Get Cosy The people in Scandinavia know to curb the cold winter nights into a slow-paced season of togetherness and cosy living. The Danish refer to this as 'hygge'. A word that does not have or even NEED a good translation, because everybody that encounters it will instantly fall in love with it. Hygge means to live simple, and to put coziness before style. Get snug and grab yourself a blanket, pour a good cup of hot chocolate, and start ...

Outside it snows, inside is laughter from friends and family, enjoying life together with a warm beverage, wrapped in warm blankets. Welcome to the popular Nordic concept of Hygge. Simplify And Get Cosy The Danish are the happiest people on the planet: and for a good reason. They know to curb the cold winter nights into a slow-paced season of togetherness. The Danish refer to this as 'hygge'. A word that does not have or even NEED a good translation, because everybody that encounters it will instantly fall in love with it. Hygge means to live simple, and to put coziness before style. Get ...

4 JAPANESE CONCEPTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR STATE OF MIND - “Unleashing Secrets Of Ancient Japanese Wisdom To Transcend Your State Of Mind And Create Lasting Mental Change”Do you want to live a peaceful and stress-free life, but don’t know how? Do you want to complete more work in less time? Do you hear everywhere about the benefits of a Zen state of mind, but you just can’t figure out how to achieve it? If your answer is Yes, then this book is exactly what you are looking for. In this book, we will discuss four Japanese concepts derived from ancient Zen principles. These concepts are ...

Embark on a Journey of Discovery and Inner Peace Mindful Living Through the Eightfold Path Guide Buddhism for Beginners offers a clear and accessible introduction to one of the world's most profound spiritual traditions. Whether you're seeking personal growth, philosophical insight, or a deeper understanding of mindfulness, this guide illuminates the core teachings and practices that have inspired millions across centuries. Explore the life of Siddhartha Gautama—the Buddha—and uncover the transformative power of the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. Learn how concepts like...

Simple meditation for busy people on-the-go If you are serious about meditation, then here are 20 short and simple meditations conveniently packed into this light, easy-to-carry book so that one can take it everywhere, on-the-go. Reading this right now, perhaps you are now where I was, ready to start looking for different ways to meditate and contemplate. Finding what is right for you by trying different ways. I was there too and now I trust that you too will find your life's purpose through one or more of the simple yet powerful meditation methods I've shared in this book." It’s not ...

Buddhi, the quirky, coffee-fueled hippie, is blogging his way to mindfulness, one messy moment at a time. With wisdom as rich as his bad coffee and a sense of humor as irreverent as his beat-up ’68 VW bus, he shares his musings on life, love, and the art of finding Zen in the chaos. From sitting through life’s storms to finding meaning in dragonfly wings, Buddhi’s posts are full of the everyday enlightenment you didn’t know you needed. Whether he’s reflecting on the universe over a sunflower’s bloom or tackling the mystery of why coffee tastes better by a lotus pond, his unique ...

On the 50th anniversary of Robert Pirsig’s classic Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, John Zdanowski, a six-time $100 million business builder, applies the Metaphysics of Quality to inspire and empower the entrepreneur in each of us to create something from nothing. Blending personal anecdotes, business case studies, simple diagrams, and philosophical poetry to convey the deep meaning of complicated subjects …so you get it.

Why practice Zen? What sets Zen apart from religion? What are its different practices? These questions, and more, are examined and answered by Zen Master Koun Yamada, whose Dharma heirs include Robert Aitken, Ruben Habito, and David Loy. Through compelling stories and a systematic approach, he guides the listener through creating and sustaining a lifelong practice. Warm and ecumenical in tone, Koun uses the insights of Zen to bring a deeper understanding of faith.

In 1979, 24-year-old Maura O'Halloran moved to Japan and became the first woman ever admitted to Toshoji Temple. Soshin-san (O'Halloran's monastic name) labored through three intense years of work and study in preparation for becoming a dharma teacher. Her life ended abruptly during a trip to Thailand, and today Soshin-san is revered as a Buddhist saint. The material in this program is from her private and heartfelt journals and letters.

The ultimate guide to help you eliminate clutter, reduce stress and anxiety, and find inner peace. Declutter Your Mind and Your Life is a collection of three books that are designed to help you with every aspect of mental, physical, and digital decluttering. The combination of the following three books will help you achieve success and happiness in life.

"A Beginners Guide to Zen Meditation: Seven Simple Secrets To Declutter Your Life" is a 7-step guide that introduces the listener to the practice of Zazen [sitting meditation] which is at the very core of Zen. It talks of how it can facilitate a purer more direct experience to one's life if done daily and with the right attention.

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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.

We live in turbulent and uncertain times. Anger and hatred are dividing us instead of bringing us closer together. What's needed is not more of the same, but a deliberate shift to consciousness and love. Join Alex Mill, a former monk who trained in a Zen monastery for 14 years, as he guides you along his personal, true-life journey. He'll recount how he found Zen awareness practice and pursued it to discover freedom, and reveal the principles he learned so that you, too, can access the wisdom and tools necessary to bring the monastery's refuge into your own life, right where you are.