Pema Chödrön
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Shambhala
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English
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“A lively and accessible take on ancient techniques for transforming terror and pain into joy and compassion,” from beloved Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön (O, The Oprah Magazine)
Lifelong guidance for changing the way we relate to the scary and difficult moments of our lives—showing us how we can use our difficulties and fears as a way to soften our hearts and open...
Lifelong guidance for changing the way we relate to the scary and difficult moments of our lives—showing us how we can use our difficulties and fears as a way to soften our hearts and open...
Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2001
Language
English
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The perennially helpful guide to transforming our pains and difficulties into opportunities for genuine joy and personal growth, from the beloved Buddhist nun and author of When Things Fall Apart
We all want to be fearless, joyful, and fully alive. And we all know that it’s not so easy. We’re bombarded every day with false promises of ways to make our lives better—buy this, go here, eat this, don’t do that;...
We all want to be fearless, joyful, and fully alive. And we all know that it’s not so easy. We’re bombarded every day with false promises of ways to make our lives better—buy this, go here, eat this, don’t do that;...
Author
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
2006
Edition
Unabridged
Language
English
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Have you ever had an itch and not scratched it? In the Buddhist tradition, this points to a vast paradox: that by refraining from our urge to scratch, great peace and happiness is available.
On Getting Unstuck, Pema Chödrön introduces a rare Tibetan teaching she received from her teacher, Dzigar Kontrul Rinpoche, and one that has become critical to her practice. Here, she unveils the mystery of an ineffable quality: a pre-emotional
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Sounds True
Pub. Date
p2005
Physical Desc
3 CDs (3.5 hrs.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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The author here gives us tools for learning to stay with our uneasiness, and shows us how to recognize "shenpa." She guides us through the sticky feeling - exploring the moments when we get hooked - and offers us a look at the freedom available when we uncover "shenpa," and work with it intelligently and compassionately.
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English
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Within the wisdom teachings of Buddhism, there are many stories that refer to its founder as the Supreme Physician, a healer of all illness-mental, physical, and spiritual. The Buddha understood suffering and its antidote, and his prescription and philosophy for right living led directly to a Tibetan meditation practice that is the medicine our modern-day hearts have been searching for.
On Good Medicine, the remarkable American-born Tibetan Buddhist...
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English
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In the midst of fear, anger, or sadness it may seem impossible to find our ground. Yet, the feelings we want to avoid the most can open the way to fearlessness, our basic goodness, and true freedom.
Beloved Tibetan Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön has a unique gift for helping those of all faiths to work with their most difficult inner and outer challenges. In this supportive series of talks, listeners will join her at her best-showing us the way...
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English
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Pema Chödrön is one of today's leading meditation teachers. With more than one million books sold to date, she draws sold-out crowds across the U.S. and Canada. On Unconditional Confidence she offers two accessible sessions to help anyone find courage in times of challenge and change. Featuring a three-step method for learning to work with uncertainty and fear and an exclusive interview, this liberating program offers practical tools and teachings...
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Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
2007
Edition
Unabridged
Language
English
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A bodhisattva is one who seeks liberation from suffering not only for themselves, but for all beings. If you were a bodhisattva, how would you respond in the face of chaos and difficulty? Is it possible to find calm in the middle of a storm?
On Bodhisattva Mind, Pema Chödrön explores timeless insights and practices from the teachings of an eighth-century Buddhist classic, Shantideva's The Way of the Bodhisattva, to reveal a powerful core
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Shambhala Audio
Pub. Date
p2010
Edition
Unabridged ed.
Physical Desc
5 CDs (5 hr.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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Fear and guilt are two of the greatest challenges we face on the spiritual path, but there is a way to transform these painful feelings into courageous self-acceptance. Pema Chodron presents the five aphorisms for developing fearlessness that were given to Machig Lapdronma, one of Tibetan Buddhism's greatest female teachers.
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Shambhala Audio
Pub. Date
2010
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7 sound discs (7 hrs.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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Listeners learn about Lojong mind training, a practice in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition based on a set of aphorisms (brief statements of life truths) formulated in Tibet in the 12th century by Geshe Chekhawa. The practice teaches clarifying and purifying one's currupt motivations and attitudes.
12) True happiness
Author
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
p2006
Edition
Unabridged.
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2 CDs (2 hr.,15 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
Author
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Shambhala Audio
Pub. Date
2008
Edition
Unabridged ed.
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3 CDs ( 3.5 hrs. ) : digital ; 4 3/4 in.
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English
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A collection of concepts and practices that teaches practical methods for heightening awareness and overcoming habitual patterns that block compassion.
Author
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Shambhala
Pub. Date
2000.©1997.
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xi, 148 pages ; 23 cm.
Language
English
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Describes a traditional Buddhist approach to suffering and how embracing the painful situation and using communication, negative habits, and challenging experiences leads to emotional growth and happiness.
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Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2009
Edition
1st ed.
Physical Desc
111 p. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
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In this pithy, inspiring book, Pema Chödrön presents the Buddhist concept of shenpa--which can be translated as "getting stuck" or "getting hooked"--and shows you how you can liberate yourself from it.
Author
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
[2015]
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xv, 133 pages ; 18 cm
Language
English
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Through the insights of her own teachers and life journey, Pema Ch?dr?n offers us her heartfelt advice on how to face the unknown-in ourselves and in the world-and how our missteps can open our eyes to see new possibilities and purpose.
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Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2000
Language
English
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The beautiful practicality of her teaching has made Pema Chödrön one of the most beloved of contemporary American spiritual authors among Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. A collection of talks she gave between 1987 and 1994, the book is a treasury of wisdom for going on living when we are overcome by pain and difficulties. Chödrön discusses:
· Using painful emotions to cultivate wisdom, compassion, and courage
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· Using painful emotions to cultivate wisdom, compassion, and courage
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Author
Publisher
Shambhala
Pub. Date
2003
Language
English
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108 practical teachings for cultivating mindfulness and compassion in the face of fear and uncertainty, from the author of When Things Fall Apart
Comfortable with Uncertainty offers short, stand-alone readings designed to help us cultivate compassion and awareness amid the challenges of daily living. More than a collection of thoughts for the day, it offers a progressive program of spiritual...
Comfortable with Uncertainty offers short, stand-alone readings designed to help us cultivate compassion and awareness amid the challenges of daily living. More than a collection of thoughts for the day, it offers a progressive program of spiritual...