Rituals & Practice Books


The Wise Heart: A Guide to the Universal Teachings of Buddhist PsychologyThe Wise Heart: A Guide to the Universal Teachings of Buddhist Psychology
Best Price: $13.70
If you have some knowledge of Buddhism and want to deepen it this is a great book. It took me a...
Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday LifeWherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life
Best Price: $5.98
This is a book to keep in your library for periodic re-reading. I wish I hadn't waited so...
Mindfulness for BeginnersMindfulness for Beginners
Best Price: $11.60
Jon Kabat-Zinn gives a most complete introduction to appreciating the now and quieting your...
Guided Mindfulness Meditation (Guided Mindfulness)Guided Mindfulness Meditation (Guided Mindfulness)
Best Price: $17.69
The CD set exceeded my expectations for ease of use. They are much easier to follow than I...
Comfortable with Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on Cultivating Fearlessness and CompassionComfortable with Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on Cultivating Fearlessness and Compassion
Best Price: $2.95
Pema is accessible... Her writings are very helpful and exemplify the very compassion she...


The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of HappinessThe Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
Best Price: $7.84
This is one of two books I highly recommend for anyone interested in basic Buddhist principles...
The Pema Chodron Collection: Pure Meditation:Good Medicine:From Fear to FearlessnessThe Pema Chodron Collection: Pure Meditation:Good Medicine:From Fear to Fearlessness
Best Price: $23.94
This is a very nice collection of three of Pema Chodron's CD's. She is an excellent...
Guided Meditation: Six Essential Practices to Cultivate Love, Awareness, and WisdomGuided Meditation: Six Essential Practices to Cultivate Love, Awareness, and Wisdom
Best Price: $11.02
The meditations a easy to follow. I've tried other guided meditation CDs and they sometimes have...
How to Meditate With Pema Chodron: A Practical Guide to Making Friends With Your MindHow to Meditate With Pema Chodron: A Practical Guide to Making Friends With Your Mind
Best Price: $17.52
Pema Chodron is a wonderful teacher, of whom I have the greatest respect. This is another...
Touching Enlightenment: Finding Realization in the BodyTouching Enlightenment: Finding Realization in the Body
Best Price: $15.55
Given the dismal review listed earlier from Publisher's Weekly, I feel compelled to write this,...


Radical Self-acceptanceRadical Self-acceptance
Best Price: $14.28
Radical Self-Acceptance is a lovely guide to healing and bringing understanding and acceptance...
Radiant Mind: Awakening Unconditioned AwarenessRadiant Mind: Awakening Unconditioned Awareness
Best Price: $10.90
Radiant Mind is a fantastic book! Having read many books on Zen, Buddhism and meditation, along...
The Middle Length Discourses of the Buddha: A Translation of the Majjhima Nikaya (Teachings of the Buddha)The Middle Length Discourses of the Buddha: A Translation of the Majjhima Nikaya (Teachings of the Buddha)
Best Price: $34.90
Namo tassa Bhagavato Arahato Samma-sambuddhassa Homage to the blessed one the worthy one the...
Walking Meditation w/DVD & CD-ROMWalking Meditation w/DVD & CD-ROM
Best Price: $6.95
I purchased this for my 28 year old son who was interested in beginning a meditation practice....
Meditation for Beginners: Six Guided Meditations for Insight, Inner Clarity, and Cultivating a Compassionate HeartMeditation for Beginners: Six Guided Meditations for Insight, Inner Clarity, and Cultivating a Compassionate Heart
Best Price: $11.80
I just got this book with the included CD tonight. When I was looking at this item I told myself...

The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult TimesThe Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times
Best Price: $12.06
Pema Chrodon's work is, as always is an insightful read about human nature and emotions and how...
How to Meditate: A Practical GuideHow to Meditate: A Practical Guide
Best Price: $7.00
I have been using this gem of a book for almost 25 years, every since its first edition in 1984....
True Meditation: Discover the Freedom of Pure AwarenessTrue Meditation: Discover the Freedom of Pure Awareness
Best Price: $12.17
I resisted in getting this book because I thought it was a rehash of Emptiness Dancing. But it...
Buddha Is as Buddha Does: The Ten Original Practices for Enlightened LivingBuddha Is as Buddha Does: The Ten Original Practices for Enlightened Living
Best Price: $4.99
The author Lama Surya Das has created a book that is truly the road to enlightenment. By...
The New Meditation Handbook: Meditations to Make Our Life Happy & MeaningfulThe New Meditation Handbook: Meditations to Make Our Life Happy & Meaningful
Best Price: $7.50
I use the New Meditation Handbook everyday. Its structure is so helpful in establishing a daily...

The Fruitful Darkness: A Journey Through Buddhist Practice and Tribal WisdomThe Fruitful Darkness: A Journey Through Buddhist Practice and Tribal Wisdom
Best Price: $7.98
(and I have read a lot of books!) I am on my second reading, and will soon reread a third time,...
The Force of Kindness: change your life with love & compassion (Book & CD)The Force of Kindness: change your life with love & compassion (Book & CD)
Best Price: $3.18
Do yourself a "kindness" and read this book. I really enjoyed the CD which has three...
Lovingkindness MeditationLovingkindness Meditation
Best Price: $14.52
Highly recommended! I really enjoyed Sharon Salzburg's introduction to the Buddhist metta...
From Fear to Fearlessness: Teachings on the Four Great Catalysts of AwakeningFrom Fear to Fearlessness: Teachings on the Four Great Catalysts of Awakening
Best Price: $15.66
Pema Chodron presents meditation techniques that require very little experience with meditation...
Mommy Mantras: Affirmations and Insights to Keep You From Losing Your MindMommy Mantras: Affirmations and Insights to Keep You From Losing Your Mind
Best Price: $6.39
After reading my copy of this book, I'm ordering copies for my sisters. Emphasizing calm in...

The Tibetan Art of Positive Thinking: Skillful Thought for Successful LivingThe Tibetan Art of Positive Thinking: Skillful Thought for Successful Living
Best Price: $4.80
This book came to me when I most needed it, as a master comes when the time is right. I read...
Cutting Through FearCutting Through Fear
Best Price: $15.53
I heard the audio tape version. It reminded me of Allione's "Feeding the Demons: Relaxing...
True HappinessTrue Happiness
Best Price: $6.75
I thought this would be something I would listen to often, but once was enough.
The Path of Purification: VisuddhimaggaThe Path of Purification: Visuddhimagga
Best Price: $37.12
This is something you take on retreat. It requires a degree of understanding, compassion and a...
The Present Moment: A Retreat on the Practice of MindfulnessThe Present Moment: A Retreat on the Practice of Mindfulness
Best Price: $44.07
I love this set of discs. It's a MUST for any fan of Thich Nhat Hanh in particular, or of...

Creating True Peace: Ending Violence in Yourself, Your Family, Your Community, and the WorldCreating True Peace: Ending Violence in Yourself, Your Family, Your Community, and the World
Best Price: $7.61
I cannot praise this book or author enough. It and he are truly inspirational. Thich Nhat...
The Wisdom of Imperfection: The Challenge of Individuation in Buddhist LifeThe Wisdom of Imperfection: The Challenge of Individuation in Buddhist Life
Best Price: $4.98
Being better than we really are is an impossible task--a task that, unfortunately, many Western...
Quintessential Dzogchen: Confusion Dawns as WisdomQuintessential Dzogchen: Confusion Dawns as Wisdom
Best Price: $6.50
This is a wonderfully produced collection of ancient and modern Dzogchen lineage teachings. I've...
Present Moment Wonderful Moment: Mindfulness Verses for Daily LivingPresent Moment Wonderful Moment: Mindfulness Verses for Daily Living
Best Price: $6.95
It's bizarre that Yoda the Jedi master actually spouted some basic Buddhist wisdom:...
Taking Jesus Seriously: Buddhist Meditation for ChristiansTaking Jesus Seriously: Buddhist Meditation for Christians
Best Price: $7.89
In John Cowan's own words, "This book exists to introduce you to the kingdom of God. All...

Touching the Earth: Guided Meditations for Mindfulness PracticeTouching the Earth: Guided Meditations for Mindfulness Practice
Best Price: $7.37
This is an awesome book. I expected it to be good because to be good becuase of the author but...
Bodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of SufferingBodhisattva Mind: Teachings to Cultivate Courage and Awareness in the Midst of Suffering
Best Price: $36.99
I held off so long listening to Pema Chodron and that was a HUGE mistake on my part. She is my...
Embracing Heaven & Earth: The Liberation Teachings of Andrew CohenEmbracing Heaven & Earth: The Liberation Teachings of Andrew Cohen
Best Price: $3.77
This man is a charlatan. Instead of reading this rubbish it would be more advisable to have...
Awakening Compassion: Meditation Practice for Difficult TimesAwakening Compassion: Meditation Practice for Difficult Times
Best Price: $43.75
What more can I say? I stumbled unto Ms. Pema several years ago. I was searching for something...
Sitting: A Guide to Buddhist MeditationSitting: A Guide to Buddhist Meditation
Best Price: $6.66
This is by far the best book on Buddhism and Buddist meditation that I've read (and that's quite...

Understanding the Mind: The Nature and Power of the MindUnderstanding the Mind: The Nature and Power of the Mind
Best Price: $10.80
Understanding the Mind by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso provides spiritual practioners with an...
Medicine Buddha TeachingsMedicine Buddha Teachings
Best Price: $10.12
This is a keeper. Not only does it include a full Medicine Buddha practice but the author...
Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of LifeIntroduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life
Best Price: $7.25
This book is written simply, yet effectively. It reads easily and is pleasurable. A great 1st...
A Crucified Christ in Holy Week: Essays on the Four Gospel Passion NarrativesA Crucified Christ in Holy Week: Essays on the Four Gospel Passion Narratives
Best Price: $2.77
Flor serious Christians who see Holy Week and the Triduum as the most imnportant time of the...
The New Meditation Handbook with Guided Meditations: Meditations to Make Our Life Happy and MeaningfulThe New Meditation Handbook with Guided Meditations: Meditations to Make Our Life Happy and Meaningful
Best Price: $14.85
If you're looking into getting a regular meditation practice going, this is what you are looking...

Buddhism for Beginners: A Complete Coruse On The Heart Of The Buddha's Teachings (Sounds True Audio Learning Course)Buddhism for Beginners: A Complete Coruse On The Heart Of The Buddha's Teachings (Sounds True Audio Learning Course)
Best Price: $39.89
As a beginning practioner, with little time now to look for a personal teacher, I depend on...
The Path of the Human Being: Zen Teachings on the Bodhisattva WayThe Path of the Human Being: Zen Teachings on the Bodhisattva Way
Best Price: $8.81
Merzel gives a simple, accesible, and clear introduction to (Soto) Zen, and places the...
The Four Noble Truths, Volume 1: The Foundation of Buddhist ThoughtThe Four Noble Truths, Volume 1: The Foundation of Buddhist Thought
Best Price: $8.88
This is a novice book for students of buddhism. Though it is the first part of the series...
Pay Attention, for Goodness' Sake: The Buddhist Path of KindnessPay Attention, for Goodness' Sake: The Buddhist Path of Kindness
Best Price: $4.98
If you know nothing about Buddhism or Mindfulness practice, this might not be the best place to...
Noble HeartNoble Heart
Best Price: $50.16
I've been a buddhist for 30 years and I only in recent times really felt I was really touching...

The Science of EnlightenmentThe Science of Enlightenment
Best Price: $61.20
I was so impressed by this work that I HAD to write a review of it. This is probably the...
Natural Radiance: Awakening to Your Great PerfectionNatural Radiance: Awakening to Your Great Perfection
Best Price: $8.76
His Holiness The Dalai Lama calls author Lama Surya Das the western lama, and his book...
Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life's Most Important SkillHappiness: A Guide to Developing Life's Most Important Skill
Best Price: $11.39
I've got to admit that the writing is so deep that sometimes I have to only read a couple of...
Insight Meditation: An In-Depth Correspondence CourseInsight Meditation: An In-Depth Correspondence Course
Best Price: $124.74
I have to admit that the way the meditation techniques and guidelines are presented in that...
 
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