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Welcoming the Unwelcome
Wholehearted Living in a Brokenhearted World
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Welcoming the Unwelcome by Pema Chödrön is a profoundly insightful and moving guide that invites readers to embrace the world with acceptance and compassion, even during the most trying times. Drawing from her extensive experience and teachings, Chödrön provides a nurturing and heartfelt call for human connection and understanding. This new collection of spiritual guidance, her first in over seven years, blends wisdom, candid reflections, and her hallmark mix of wit and insight that have garnered her a devoted following.
In a world increasingly defined by division and discord, Chödrön's teachings in Welcoming the Unwelcome are particularly poignant. She offers practical advice and relatable anecdotes aimed at helping readers navigate and influence their surroundings positively. Chödrön encourages us to build bridges and find common ground, even amidst stark disagreements, urging us to become triumphant bodhisattvas—beings of compassion and wisdom—in the face of adversity.
The book draws on never-before-told personal stories from Chödrön's remarkable life, alongside simple yet powerful practices that can be integrated into daily routines. Her teachings delve into the true meaning of karma, guiding readers to recognise the inherent goodness in themselves and those around them, even the most challenging individuals. By transforming adversity into opportunities for growth, Chödrön advocates for freeing ourselves from the empty and illusory labels that divide us.
Readers will find step-by-step guides to basic sitting meditation and compassion meditation within the pages of Welcoming the Unwelcome. These practices are designed to bring light into the darkest of times, offering tools for personal transformation and deeper empathy. The book provides a compassionate roadmap for those seeking to navigate life's challenges with grace and find solace in the interconnectedness of all beings.
Welcoming the Unwelcome is more than a book; it is a lifeline in turbulent times, offering the warmth, humour, and profound wisdom that have made Pema Chödrön a treasured mentor to many. Whether you are a long-time follower or new to her teachings, this book will inspire you to face difficulties with an open heart and a compassionate spirit.
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Welcoming the Unwelcome by Pema Chödrön receives praise for its meditative practices and rationale for empathetic living, offering strategies to find peace in a polarized world and serving as an accessible introduction to Buddhist principles.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781611808681
Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 October 2020
Country: United States
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 133.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Pema Ch dr n is an American Buddhist nun in the lineage of Ch gyam Trungpa and resident teacher at Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in North America established for Westerners. She is the author of many best-selling books, including When Things Fall Apart and The Places That Scare You.
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