A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st century by Gelong Thubten (E

Description: A Monk's Guide to Happiness by Gelong Thubten A guide to meditation and mindfulness written by Buddhist monk Gelong Thubten. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Were all on a search for happiness, but were looking in the wrong places.Everyone looks externally to find contentment, we think material possessions will unlock our happiness. A MONKS GUIDE TO HAPPINESS explains how and why we need to look within, and connect to our true essence, in order to find peace. Everyone has the potential to be happy, after all, were all hardwired for happiness.But how do we get there? By meditating. Not just in the morning, but throughout the day by introducing micro moments so we never drop the mindfulness ball, even when were busy. Meditation is more than just a stress-reduction tool or a relaxation therapy, it is the key to finding long-lasting happiness.Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk who has worked with everyone from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to Ruby Wax and Benedict Cumberbatch, explores the theme of happiness in his debut book and explains how to bring meditation into our busy 21st century lives with simple exercises. Author Biography Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation trainer and author. In 1993, at the age of 21, he ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. He has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years.Thubten is a world pioneer in mindfulness meditation teaching, with over 20 years experience working with businesses, hospitals, schools, universities, prisons and addiction counselling centres. He works with major clients such as Google and LinkedIn and he teaches mindfulness to medical students. Thubten and a neuroscientist collaborated with Ruby Wax on the book How to be Human. Review Thubten is a very generous and kind monk who writes with the lived honesty and humour of someone who has experienced the wisdom he shares. His writing is full of inspiration but also the pragmatism needed to form a sustainable practice. His book clearly illustrates why we all need meditation and mindfulness in our lives. -- Benedict CumberbatchGelong Thubtens book is as warm, wise and generous as the man himself. Weve never needed a voice like his more. -- Melanie Reid * The Times *Compelling to read, yet full of profound wisdom, this wonderful book rationally describes how our mind functions and how we can cultivate the habit of happiness. * Professor Lokesh Joshi, Vice President for Research, National University of Ireland *Thubten is able to explain meditation using clear language and an approach which really speaks to our modern tech-infused lives. With openness, humility and humour he delivers a deep message that will resonate in our modern culture. * Rami Jawhar, Program Manager at Google Arts & Culture *Gelong Thubtens wonderful book provides a bracing challenge to our search for instant gratification and "instant" happiness, and a lucid, practical, step-by-step path to contentment and a genuine and lasting peace of mind. -- Mick Brown * Journalist for The Daily Telegraph * Long Description Were all on a search for happiness, but were looking in the wrong places. Everyone looks externally to find contentment, we think material possessions will unlock our happiness. A MONKS GUIDE TO HAPPINESS explains how and why we need to look within, and connect to our true essence, in order to find peace. Everyone has the potential to be happy, after all, were all hardwired for happiness.But how do we get there? By meditating. Not just in the morning, but throughout the day by introducing micro moments so we never drop the mindfulness ball, even when were busy. Meditation is more than just a stress-reduction tool or a relaxation therapy, it is the key to finding long-lasting happiness.Gelong Thubten, a Buddhist monk who has worked with everyone from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs to Ruby Wax and Benedict Cumberbatch, explores the theme of happiness in his debut book and explains how to bring meditation into our busy 21st century lives with simple exercises. Review Quote Thubten is a very generous and kind monk who writes with the lived honesty and humour of someone who has experienced the wisdom he shares. His writing is full of inspiration but also the pragmatism needed to form a sustainable practice. His book clearly illustrates why we all need meditation and mindfulness in our lives. Promotional "Headline" A guide to meditation and mindfulness written by Buddhist monk Gelong Thubten. Details ISBN1473696682 Author Gelong Thubten Pages 256 Year 2020 ISBN-10 1473696682 ISBN-13 9781473696686 Format Paperback Imprint Yellow Kite Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Subtitle Meditation in the 21st century DEWEY 158.12 Short Title A Monks Guide to Happiness Language English UK Release Date 2020-09-24 Publication Date 2020-09-24 Audience General AU Release Date 2021-01-11 NZ Release Date 2021-01-11 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131050395;

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