Wildmind's meditation blog
Wildmind's blogs are where you'll find book reviews, commentary, podcasts, and articles that don't fit neatly into the more structured guides to meditation that you'll find on the main part of the site. Articles are arranged below by date, and you can also browse by author and category using the links on the left.
“Let Go, A Buddhist Guide to Breaking Free of Habits,” by Martine Batchelor
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In “Let Go” author and former Buddhist nun Martine Batchelor guides us through a wide range of circumstances where meditation can be helpful. The book begins by pointing out the ways we are limited by our patterns and habits. Its premise is that if we can break free of habits we will be able to live more creatively, responsively, and with the ability to choose which patterns of behavior we wish to … Click to read more »
“Meditation and Relaxation in Plain English,” by Bob Sharples
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Meditation is a vast field, offering many methods and approaches, and it can be difficult to know where to begin and how to make meditation an integral part of our life. Bob Sharples has written a book that will surely help.
Meditation and Relaxation begins by asking the fundamental question, “Why meditate?” Why, indeed? Meditation, especially meditation based on relaxation, is helpful for those who struggle with difficult life … Click to read more »