Book description
For over 2000 years, Buddhist psychology has offered invaluable
insights into the nature of the heart and mind, and transformed the
way many people around the world handle life's challenges. But the
ancient texts on which these remarkable teachings are based can be
difficult to penetrate for modern seekers. Now, drawing on his
experience as a monk trained in Thailand, Burma and India, as well as
his expert psychology practice, Jack Kornfield provides an accessible,
definitive guide to Buddhism for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike.
This important new work is in the tradition of his classic works
A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry,
offering practical tools to coping with modern life and dealing with
emotions such as fear, anger and shame. Kornfield also shares the
illuminating stories of his students and fellow practitioners, as well
as his own journey towards enlightenment, including his recovery from
a violence-filled childhood.
Here is a rare treasure that will give readers greater access to the
secret beauty within - and without.
Jack Kornfield was trained as a Buddhist monk in Thailand, Burma and
India and has taught meditation worldwide since 1974. He was one of the
key teachers to introduce Theravada Buddhist practice to the West,
concentrating on bringing alive the great Eastern spiritual teachings
for Western students. Jack also holds a PhD in clinical psychology. He
is founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society and the Spirit
Rock Center and lives with his wife and daughter in northern California.
