Practical Buddhism
Subtitle: mindfulness and skilful living in the modern era
By: Paramabandhu Groves
Publisher: Muswell Hill
Published: 2013
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 87
ISBN-13: 9781908995032
Subjects: Influence; Religious life; Buddhism; Psychology
Description: "Who was the Buddha and why did he become such a significant historical figure? What were his most important insights and teachings? What can he tell us about the universality of suffering and the potential for freedom? How can we live a life with growth and harmony and without emotional pain? What is Buddhist understanding of the greater reality? With clarity and simplicity, wisdom and humour, Paramabandhu takes us on a journey towards some answers to these questions. The Buddha's remarkable passage through his own life showed him that ascetic practice in itself did not bring enlightenment, but a careful attention to internal processes combined with a compassionate attitude to self and others could bring an extraordinary freedom from suffering. ..." --Publisher description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: The Buddha in context; title: Starting with mindfulness; title: Working with difficult thoughts and emotions; title: Introducing kindness; title: Living skilfully; title: Taking the teachings to work; title: Friendship; title: Ritual and devotion; title: Buddhism and psychotherapy; title: Wisdom and the big picture.