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  • Make meditation the most important activity in your day
  • Reduce stress, increase energy, and enjoy better health
  • Listen to over one hour of guided meditations online

Journey inward for a happier life

If you want to achieve a greater state of calmness, physical relaxation, and mental well being, this book is your life raft. From preparing your body for meditation to focusing your awareness and being open to the present moment, it helps you put distractions to rest and use meditation to enjoy a happier, healthier, and more balanced life.

Inside…

  • Prepare your body for meditation
  • Grasp the many benefits of meditation
  • Transform your brain
  • Foster positive emotions
  • Navigate roadblocks
  • Meditate at work
  • Meditate in groups
  • Heal your body and mind
  • Welcome spiritual growth

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  • Make meditation the most important activity in your day
  • Reduce stress, increase energy, and enjoy better health
  • Listen to over one hour of guided meditations online

Journey inward for a happier life

If you want to achieve a greater state of calmness, physical relaxation, and mental well being, this book is your life raft. From preparing your body for meditation to focusing your awareness and being open to the present moment, it helps you put distractions to rest and use meditation to enjoy a happier, healthier, and more balanced life.

Inside…

  • Prepare your body for meditation
  • Grasp the many benefits of meditation
  • Transform your brain
  • Foster positive emotions
  • Navigate roadblocks
  • Meditate at work
  • Meditate in groups
  • Heal your body and mind
  • Welcome spiritual growth

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ For Dummies; 4th edition (May 23, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1119251168
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1119251163
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.18 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.7 x 1.6 x 9.4 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Stephan Bodian is a pioneer in the integration of Eastern wisdom and Western psychology. His books include "Meditation for Dummies"; "Wake Up Now: A Guide to the Journey of Spiritual Awakening": and the new book "Beyond Mindfulness: The Direct Approach to Lasting Peace, Happiness, and Love." Stephan graduated from Columbia University and did graduate work at Stanford, then spent 10 years as a Buddhist monk and another decade studying with a master of Indian non dualism. He leads workshops and retreats on the "direct approach" to spiritual realization and offers counseling and mentoring to people worldwide.

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  • Andy Pandy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2023
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    A good book looking at lots of aspects of the subject.
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  • FoxyMama73
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful
    Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2021
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    Great book!
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  • Alfredo Lozornio Jmz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Util y didáctico.
    Reviewed in Mexico on November 12, 2018
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    Leí que meditar es saludable. No ejerzo religión alguna. El libro me fue y es de mucha utilidad!
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Basics of meditation well explained
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 7, 2022
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    Well and clearly written book ideal for anyone starting meditation. Mentions different types of meditation, the emphasis being on mindfulness meditation which was taught by the Buddha 2600 years ago.
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  • Karen V G
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read...
    Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2019
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    Good read... lots of info.... easy to digest.
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