Build a Better Buddha: The Guide to Remaking Yourself Exactly As You Are [Paperback]

James Robbins (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 2003

These days, the search for self-actualization and liberation can be rather overwhelming. With so many spiritual systems and teachings readily available, many of us feel confused and intimidated. We want to find just the "right" system or teacher--but how? In this book, James Robbins guides you beyond the seeming complexities and idiosyncrasies of various beliefs and traditions, redirecting you toward a few, simple truths common to all paths of realization. In doing so, Robbins helps you recognize and distill the core teachings of both traditional and non-traditional paths into your own unique way. With this book you learn that you already have everything you need to expand your conscious awareness, recognize where you are on your path, and fully experience the profound beauty of life and the world we live in--right here, right now.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: Nicolas Hays; 1st American Paperback Ed edition (May 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0892540656
• ISBN-13: 978-0892540655
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,770,246 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners and experts in spirituality/psych., September 10, 2003

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This review is from: Build a Better Buddha: The Guide to Remaking Yourself Exactly As You Are (Paperback)

This book is written in a caring, humorous, and educated voice that is easy to follow, while exploring the deepest issues of existence. . . all while helping you see that it's not that deep afterall. I HIGHLY suggest reading this book for self-discovery, healing, meditation, enlightenment, or any other journey you may find yourself on. This book is comparable to Ram Dass' Journey of Awakening, any of Alan Watts' books, as well as Ken Wilber's texts. Don't miss out on this one.

2 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Enlightening Read, September 1, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Build a Better Buddha: The Guide to Remaking Yourself Exactly As You Are (Paperback)

Insightful, thought provoking and funny, this book is unique. Robbins makes compelling connections between spiritual traditions and writes in an entertaining manner. Definitely a help to those on a spiritual path..