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How To Practise

The Way to a Meaningful Life
Series: Rider Classics
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In How To Practise, the Dalai Lama offers guidance on how to cultivate inner peace through meditation, compassion, and ethical living. He blends traditional Tibetan Buddhist teachings with practical advice for modern life, aiming to help readers develop a mindful and compassionate way of being.
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In his characteristic mix of humour, wisdom and compassion the Dalai Lama shares his basic steps to enlightenment from how to meditate to how to practise wisdom.

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The classic inspirational work on how to live a meaningful life from His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

How to Practise is a profound guide that delves into the essentials of Buddhist philosophy and practice. In this enlightening book, the Dalai Lama combines his characteristic humour, wisdom, and compassion to provide readers with practical steps towards achieving spiritual enlightenment. The book beautifully balances spiritual teachings with everyday practical advice, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of their level of spiritual experience.

Through a series of insightful chapters, His Holiness explores fundamental practices such as meditation, mindfulness, and the cultivation of wisdom. He focuses on overcoming common emotional challenges, such as anger, mistrust, jealousy, insecurity, and counterproductive thinking, providing readers with tools to transform these obstacles into opportunities for growth.

How to Practise is more than just a guide; it is an essential companion for anyone seeking inner peace and a more compassionate outlook on life. His Holiness presents these teachings in a manner that is both heartfelt and comprehensible, ensuring that readers can integrate these practices into their daily lives. Whether you are new to Buddhist teachings or a seasoned practitioner, this book offers timeless advice and practical exercises to help you cultivate a richer, more fulfilled life.

This inspiring work is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to develop inner calm, compassion, and mental focus. The Dalai Lama's message is clear: by practising mindfulness and wisdom, we can all learn to live with greater purpose and joy.

A gift of true wisdom, How to Practise is a must-read for those who wish to navigate the complexities of life with grace and serenity.

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  • How To Practise
    The classic inspirational work on how to live a meaningful life from His Holiness the Dalai Lama. How to Practise is a profound guide that delves into the essentials of Buddhist philosophy and practice. In this enlightening book, the Dalai Lama combines his characteristic humour, wisdom, and compassion to provide readers with practical steps towards achieving spiritual enlightenment. The book...
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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846046414

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Rider & Co

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 167g

Pages: 240

About the Author

His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual and political leader of Tibet. Today, he lives in exile in Northern India and works tirelessly on behalf of the Tibetan people, as well as travelling the world to give spiritual teachings to sell-out audiences. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989.

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