Practicing Mindfulness

Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life

Jerry Braza, Thich Nhat Hanh

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English

Tuttle Publishing
01 November 2020

Oriental & Indian philosophy; Zen Buddhism; Popular psychology

Thousands of readers — from prisoners to priests — have embraced Jerry Braza's insights — adopting and integrating the mindfulness practices and habits this book presents. This new edition expands on the author's time-tested approach, introducing in-the-moment thinking and techniques to bring clarity, focus and energy to a new generation of readers.

This practical guide to mindfuless contains reflections, actions and practices that will assist you in many different ways:

Reduce your anxiety and stress Intensify your personal relationships Calm and quiet your mind Change negative feelings and habits to positive ones Heighten your productivity and concentration Address unresolved emotional issues and concerns

Practicing mindfulness means performing all activities consciously. This awareness enables us to become more fully alive in the moment, enjoying life to the fullest and avoiding the stress and guilt that have become a part of our everyday existence. Based on the author's Mindfulness Training Program, Braza provides simple exercises to apply these practices everyday.

This is a very useful guide for living mindfully. I hope you will return to it again and again and practice wholeheartedly the exercises Dr. Braza offers. —Thich Nhat Hanh, from the foreword

By: Jerry Braza
Foreword by: Thich Nhat Hanh
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 191mm, Width: 127mm,
Weight: 255g
ISBN: 9780804852609
ISBN 10: 080485260X
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 November 2020
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jerry Braza has been a leading voice in the field of health, psychology and mindfulness for over 35 years. A professor emeritus and dharma teacher ordained by Buddhist Master Thich Nhah Hahn, he continues to bring the essential teachings of his work into a wide variety of spiritual and secular settings. The author of The Seeds of Love, he leads a large Sangha in Salem, Oregon and is a mentor for sangha leaders nationwide. He is often a keynote speaker at conferences and is frequently asked to lead seminars, trainings, workshops and retreats. He has led and facilitated workshops and retreats for hospitals, mental and behavioral health groups, and for non-profit organizations. He lives in Portland Oregon. www.jerrybraza.com

Reviews for Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Calm and Focus in Your Everyday Life

A delightful book for people who are restless 'doers' like myself. It teaches you how to be in the moment. I highly recommend it for all 'busy bees' and restless souls. - Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, M.D., author of On Death and Dying For anyone seeking more 'real moments,' Practicing Mindfulness offers valuable and practical techniques for discovering joy now. - Barbara de Angelis, PhD., Author of Real Moments Practicing Mindfulness offers a simple and elegant teaching that can change your life. - Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart This is a very useful guide for living mindfully. I hope you will return to it again and again and practice wholeheartedly the exercises Dr. Braza offers. - Thich Nhat Hanh, from the foreword