The book offers a comprehensive introduction to the practice of meditation, providing readers with practical guidance and insights to help them embark on their meditation journey. It explores the fundamental principles and techniques of meditation, emphasizing mindfulness and the importance of cultivating a peaceful and focused mind. Through step-by-step instructions and relatable anecdotes, the book encourages beginners to integrate meditation into their daily lives, highlighting its benefits for mental clarity, emotional well-being, and overall personal growth.
Jack Kornfield trained as a Buddhist monk in the monasteries of Thailand, India and Burma. He has taught meditation internationally since 1974 and is one of the key teachers to introduce Buddhist mindfulness practice to the West. He began his training after graduating from Dartmouth College in Asian Studies in 1967. Then he joined the Peace Corps and was assigned to the Public Health Service in northeast Thailand, which is home to several of the world’s oldest Buddhist forest monasteries. He me…
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