This volume provides practical instruction on how we can use meditation to realise the mind's phenomenal potential. Leading the reader through the diverse schools of Buddhist philosophy, this book also shows us how to let go of our own strong ideas of self and how to find a little more happiness in life, for ourselves and for others.

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No one is perfect. But that doesn't stop us from imagining ourselves smarter, funnier, richer, or thinner, and how much happier we would then be. Love for Imperfect Things, by the bestselling Korean monk, Haemin Sunim, shows how the path to happiness and peace of mind includes not only strong relationships with others, but also letting go of worries about ourselves. Packed with his typical spiritual wisdom, Sunim teaches us to embrace our flaws rather...

Buddhism, one of the world's most widely practiced religions, is a fascinating yet complex eastern religion that is rapidly spreading throughout western civilisation. What does it mean to be a Buddhist? What are the fundamental beliefs and history behind this religion? This book explores these questions and more. You'll gain an understanding of the origins of this ancient practice and how they're currently applied to everyday life.

"I see with ever greater clarity that our spiritual well-being depends not on religion, but on our innate human nature, our natural affinity for goodness, compassion, and caring for others."-from An Appeal to the World Already a major international bestseller, now available in English for the first time: In An Appeal to the World, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet illuminates the way to peace in our time, arguing for a form of universal ethics...

A molecular biologist turned Buddhist monk demonstrates how to develop the inner conditions for true happiness. Never has happiness as an emotional and physical state of being been so widely discussed. Matthieu Ricard is one of the most compelling voices on the subject, and one of the few who can bring together the teachings of eastern and western thought. In this accessible new work, Ricard provides a straightforward assessment of how to create true...

Aimed at readers aged 11-14, this is one of a series of titles looking at the major world religions. Each title examines the origins, teachings, scriptures and history of a particular tradition, as well as its influence on family life and the ways in which it is practised in the world today.

Part of the 'World of Faiths' series, this book looks at Buddhism. It features its key beliefs, how it is practised around the world, religious buildings and places, key figures and leaders, and festivals and traditions.

'Buddhist Faith and Practice' is sensitively written, simple and accessible. Covering all the main aspects of the Buddhist faith, this text will provide children with a greater understanding and awareness of the religious and cultural mix that is an important part of our society today.

In 1979 Jon Kabat-Zinn popularised the Buddhist practice of mindfulness when he revealed that it could alleviate depression. While mindfulness is a powerful tool, it will only take us so far. Now the highly acclaimed thought leader and English translator for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Thupten Jinpa Langri (known as Jinpa) teaches us to take the next step. He shows us that compassion correlates strongly with happiness, stress reduction, a sense of...