by Jon Kabat-Zinn
The net impact of this book, no matter how many encounters I have with it, is awakening. I’m not claiming it makes me “enlightened,” only that it accomplishes its purpose of teaching—or reminding—the reader how to be more fully alive and aware, moment by moment. Kabat-Zinn is a gentle teacher, a m...
A very good introduction to mindfulness. In order to get the most out of it, though, one needs to order the CDs in order to do the practice.
I'm assigning five stars based on the book's content and thoroughness. The real value remains to be determined after consistent practice of the program. Most people will only be drawn to a program like this after a health crisis or other major life stressor. There is a significant daily time comm...
I read this book years ago and it has stayed with me. I tried to establish a meditation practice on my own, and didn't do so well, so I'm now taking a course through Penn and will be re-reading the book during the 8 week training. I'll update this review with the current read.
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