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A Year of Loving Kindness to Myself

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A Year of Loving Kindness to Myself by Brigid Lowry invites readers on a reflective journey through personal essays and mindful exercises. It's a nurturing guide that encourages self-compassion and exploring the small joys of everyday life, offering tranquil insights for a more serene existence.
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You might enjoy this book if you're keen on exploring personal growth with a gentle, compassionate approach. Its insightful reflections may resonate with anyone seeking inspiration in practising self-love and kindness in their daily lives.

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A beautifully presented and uplifting book of contemplative, wry, sometimes funny essays about living thoughtfully and with care amidst life's challenges. Give it to a friend and gift it to yourself.

If you're struggling to maintain grace and good humour amidst daily potholes and pitfalls, Brigid Lowry may be just the warm, wise and witty companion you need. Informed by contemporary psychology and Zen Buddhism, Brigid's essays offer reflections on everything from friendship to grief, and from gratitude to self-care.

Give this book to a friend or gift it to yourself, A Year of Loving Kindness to Myself is all the encouragement you'll need to nurture you and those around you.

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A Year of Loving Kindness to Myself by Brigid Lowry is praised for its honesty, insight, and compassionate outlook. Reviewers commend its artistic portrayal of self-acceptance and emotional candour, offering a nurturing experience ideal for introspection during challenging times. The book intertwines the simplicity of Zen teachings with an unvarnished exploration of self, serving as both a memoir and a comforting guide.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925816327

Publisher: Fremantle Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 March 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Fremantle Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 171.0mm

Weight: 202g

Pages: 144

About the Author

Brigid Lowry began her writing career by self-publishing two dreadful poems when she was eight. She spent her twenties living in a Buddhist community, veered into performance poetry in her thirties, subsequently gained a masters degree in creative writing and wrote eight award-winning young adult books. She is a Zen student, a socialist, and a creative writing teacher.

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