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Mindfulness is considered the heart of Buddhist meditation. But its essence is universal and of deep practical benefit to everyone. Wherever You Go, There You Are, Jon Kabat-Zinn maps out a simple path for cultivating mindfulness in our lives, and awakening us to the unique beauty and possibilities of each present moment. He shows us how this simple meditation technique can enable us to be truly in touch with where we already are, so that we can be fully aware at all times. Jon Kabat-Zinn explains: What 'mindfulness' is; How to achieve mindfulness using simple meditation techniques; How mindful meditation can enhance every aspect of your life; How to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4906 in Books
• Published on: 2004-08-26
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 304 pages

Synopsis
Mindfulness is considered the heart of Buddhist meditation. But its essence is universal and of deep practical benefit to everyone. Wherever You Go, There You Are, Jon Kabat-Zinn maps out a simple path for cultivating mindfulness in our lives, and awakening us to the unique beauty and possibilities of each present moment. He shows us how this simple meditation technique can enable us to be truly in touch with where we already are, so that we can be fully aware at all times. Jon Kabat-Zinn explains: What 'mindfulness' is; How to achieve mindfulness using simple meditation techniques; How mindful meditation can enhance every aspect of your life; How to incorporate mindfulness into your everyday life

About the Author
Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder and former director of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusettes Medical Centre. He lives in the Boston area.

Customer Reviews

Classic manual on meditation
People consider this book a contemporary classic on meditation for good reasons. It's lovely and accessible. Jon Kabat-Zinn tackles the difficult task of explaining the nonverbal practice of meditation, which many find alien or even threatening, and makes it accessible, useful and even homey. He explains meditation not only with references to classic texts, but also by recounting his own experiences, drawing parallels with Thoreau, and discussing work and family contexts. The chapters are brief, some as short as a page, each focusing on a single topic. Many are accompanied with prompting questions or simple exercises you can try immediately. getAbstract recommends this book to people interested in reducing their stress, deepening their self-awareness and sharpening their focus.

After 100 pages I realised it was a master piece
The first book that I discovered from Myla & Jon Kabat-Zin was in Morewa bookstore in Vienna. It was the German translation of 'Everyday Blessings'(i.e Mit Kindern wachsen, Die Praxis der Achtsamkeit in der Familie). At home, after 100 pages of reading I suddenly realised that I had a master piece in my hands. That is how I discovered the work of Myla and Jon Kabat Zinn.

crystal clarity
Jon Kabat-Zinn's 1970s work at the University of Massachusetts Medical School on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) was a snowball which is now well down the medical establishment mountain and daily gaining mass, speed and converts from other disciplines. He is a board member of the Mind and Life Institute, a group that organizes dialogues between the Dalai Lama and Western scientists to promote deeper understanding of different ways of knowing and probing the nature of mind, emotions, and reality. Jon's crystal clear prose is peppered with poetry and humour which makes for an enthralling and easy read.