Although you may already be familiar with some of this material, there are bound to be epiphanies that open up new ways of using it. Ameli has done a fine job of choosing and arranging this material on mindfulness. -Spirituality & Practice 25 Lessons in Mindfulness is a gem. Step by step, moment to moment, Ameli takes us on a journey through the path of mindfulness. Written with grace, compassion, and clarity, every chapter is helpful. Every chapter gives us a new awakening. It is a book that I will treasure and recommend to friends, family, colleagues, and patients. --Robert L. Leahy, PhD, director, American Institute for Cognitive Therapy; clinical professor of psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Weill Cornell University Medical College, New York Presbyterian Hospital; author of The Worry Cure, Anxiety Free, and Beat the Blues Before They Beat You Organized around a rich set of practices and clearly articulated teachings, this book will serve anyone seeking to cultivate a compassionate, wise, and mindful presence. --Tara Brach, PhD, author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge A triumph! In this groundbreaking book, Ameli has seamlessly merged East and West by bringing a rigorous, scientific mind to ancient spiritual practices. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the logic behind the mind-body connection and who is seeking powerful tools for living a full, vibrant, purposeful life. --Alicia Korten, CEO, The Culture Company; author of Change Philanthropy