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A New York Times Bestseller!

An illuminating perspective on the science of meditation—and a handbook for transforming our minds, bodies, and lives

In The Joy of Living, world-renowned Buddhist teacher Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche—the “happiest man in the world”—invites us to join him in unlocking the secrets to finding joy and contentment in the everyday. Using the basic meditation practices he provides, we can discover paths through our problems, transforming obstacles into opportunities to recognize the unlimited potential of our own minds.

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The New York Times Bestseller!

“Compelling, readable, and informed.”
—Buddhadharma

“Rinpoche’s investigations into the science of happiness are woven into an accessible introduction to Buddhism”
—Tricycle

“There is real wisdom here. Fresh and clear. Mingyur Rinpoche has offered us what may well be an essential link between the Buddha and contemporary neuroscience and physics. He effortlessly makes connections between seemingly disparate and complex disciplines, and makes the journey sparkle. His voice is generous, intimate, and refreshingly personal. As he repeatedly reminds us, our experience of ourselves and our world is none other than an interactive projection of our mind; and most important, our minds can change. Our neurons can change structure and function, merely by observing the flow of our mental activity. Through repeated familiarity with positive mind states, such as love and compassion, and by transforming our limiting mental conceptualizing into vast freedom, we can achieve the already present basic mind of clarity and knowing—true happiness. Read this book.”
—Richard Gere

“An extraordinarily clear book on the whys and the hows of cultivating mindfulness effectively in our lives. It makes use of the idiom and exciting discoveries of modern science in ways that are easy to understand and entirely relevant to the meditation practices themselves.”
—Jon Kabat-Zinn, author of Coming to Our Senses and vice-chair of the Mind and Life Institute

“The first of its kind . . . a truly compelling and infinitely practical fusion of Tibetan Buddhism and scientific ideas. Mingyur Rinpoche is a teacher for our time, uniquely gifted to bridge these two worlds.”
—Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying

“It is extraordinary to see the words lineage, compassion, spacetime foam, and limbic resonance all in the same book. . . . The Joy of Living is a personal, readable, and wonderfully warm and clear guide to changing the way we see ourselves and the world.”
—Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness

“Mingyur Rinpoche is a charismatic teacher with a heart and smile of gold. The clarity, humor, and wisdom of his stories and teachings are collected in this book, and it will always be with me as a most valued companion. This is one of those rare books where you meet the author and learn from his radiance.”
—Lou Reed

“A beautiful tapestry of Buddhist insight woven together with modern science, this book is a landmark in the development of a contemplative neuroscience . . . a must-read for anyone interested in the causes and consequences of happiness.”
—Richard J. Davidson, professor of psychology and psychiatry and Director, Waisman Laboratory for Brain Imaging and Behavior at the University of Wisconsin–Madison

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A rising star among the new generation of Tibetan masters, YONGEY MINGYUR RINPOCHE is an internationally known and respected teacher of Buddhist philosophy and meditation techniques.

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Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Harmony; Reprint edition (May 27, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0307347311
ISBN-13: 978-0307347312
Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.6 x 8 inches
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KitVonDTop Contributor: Baby

My meditation bible

December 1, 2016

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This is the second time I've bought this book (after lending it to someone who decided they liked it too much to return it!). It's a wonderful guide for anyone interested in meditation, and provides lots of ideas and strategies for practice. Rinpoche also explains the science behind meditation, which I think gives this book added depth. I often pick it up and read a chapter whenever I'm feeling tense and need a reminder on how to be mindful to get through tough times.

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HikerBob

Beyond any other book on meditation and happiness

March 25, 2014

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Highly recommended to get on the fast track to understanding in a Western mindset what the practical benefits of insight meditation is and the much greater possibility of achieving great progress instead of dropping out as 95% do.

Personal history: For 7 years I have been practicing meditation and studying Buddhist texts, and going to the occasional retreat.

In my humble opinion, after reading upwards of 70 books on Buddhist meditation styles, and sitting in meditation for well over a thousand hours, this book is the best I have come across yet for me.

The reason this is the case for me is that this author is a new type of Tibetan Buddhist, he is of the lineage of Tibetan Buddhism but he is involved closely with modern science' investigation into insight meditation and related subjects. This union of Tibetan meditation practices and Buddhist philosophy with Western science resources of investigation, along with the excellent writing ability of writer Eric Swanson, has produced a tome that "enlightened" me to the practical nature of and the outcome of insight meditation to produce wisdom and happiness.

This one humbly feels he is "home" now. May all beings achieve happiness, peace and wisdom.

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David Herson

the science portion of the book (maybe the first third) is great for what it is

February 12, 2018

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I bought this book about 4 years ago, and finally picked it up and read it about 8 months ago. I will be forever grateful that I did.

Frankly, the science portion of the book (maybe the first third) is great for what it is, but the real gold comes from the author's gentle, encouraging and empowering words on meditation. I found myself thoroughly persuaded by his argument that all of us have the choice to be happy in this world. Beyond just words, Mingyur Rinpoche provides the actual instructions for finding inner peace.

After reading the book I was inspired to start a daily meditation practice, which has provided me with much greater perspective on my life, with less stress over the daily nonsense we are all consumed with 99% of the time. Reading this is a step in the right direction for anyone looking to get more enjoyment and meaning from their life.

As others have maybe said, this book is geared mostly towards people without too much experience with meditation, although I believe it would be of benefit to practitioners of all levels.

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Liza Jane

Easy guide to mindfullness meditation

October 8, 2015

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This is the most accessible and practical book I have read on mindfulness and how to start a meditation practice. It actually got me started in a meditation practice, which Wherever You Go, There You Are by Jon Kabbat-Zinn did not (even though I enjoyed that book, too). Highly recommend!

It includes some basics of the neuroscience behind meditation, which I appreciated, being a scientist myself. I also liked that the author included his own life story and his problems with anxiety before he became a practiced meditator.

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Vince Migliore

Worderful reading for all levels of your soul journey

May 6, 2018

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What a wonderful adventure! WELL written and stimulating. I love the interplay of the two main characters, one a curious skeptic on spiritual matters and the other a self-contained peace-radiating soul who teaches by example. A real page-turner. Great story line and totally believable, it reflects my own journey towards discovery. Loved the chapter on plunging into yoga. Good for a laugh and for enlightenment. Highly recommended.

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J. Zielinski

For meditators seeking the science behind sitting with our minds

January 5, 2014

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I was surprised by how much this book floored me. I hadn't thought of the intersections between Buddhism and scientific discoveries, but he made me see it. And he demystified a lot of what I find hard about meditating. The idea of meditating in shorter bursts; the notion of just relaxing your mind (instead of straining for focus); the making contemporary of ancient teachings - all of it made Buddhist teachings and meditation practice more vivid for me. And I needed to read it. I think this is one of those rare books I will dip into again and again for something new or rediscovered. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to learn about Buddhist teachings or meditation practice.

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Best meditation book I have ever read

February 23, 2017

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Wonderful description of meditation and Buddhism that really helped me start meditating. I had been trying for years with no success. This book gave me ideas and tools that finally helped me get a good start

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john washington

really enjoyed the book

January 31, 2018

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a wonderful book, great insight, advice on life, meditating, how to look at things in the world, bothers etc. just great overall and Mingyur has a wonderful personality, his video's on Youtube are a joy as well.

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Simple, clear, gentle and to the point.

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Good book for someone new to meditation

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