Just One Thing: Developing a Buddha Brain One Simple Practice at a Time
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (655 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B007R9LD58 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 135 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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Feeling a differenceand I'm only on the 1st chapter! I ordered this book about a week ago to help with some severe anxiety( as a result I've been having some uncomfortable health related side effects). I'm honestly no more then 29 pages in and feel as if its helping.I have coupled the exercises in this book with a new daily yoga regime, and already I'm finding myself more at ease, more accepting of myself, and more patient with my kids. Its really helping.The simplicity of this book is key. We're not aiming for enlightenment here, just peace of mind and a state of physical and mental calmno lofty goals, just a sense that things are okay.Most exercis. Clear, simple gems for changing your brain In Just One Thing, neuropsychologist and meditation teacher Rick Hanson presents you with 52 simple practices for changing your brain, and changing the way you live your life. His focus is on cultivating what is positive, but this is not just some "feel good" collection of helpful hints -- there is real substance here, pared down to what is essential for building on your strengths, becoming more resilient, and coming to peace with your emotions. I enjoy referring my patients as well as my friends to Rick's work -- his work is warm, engaging, and well-informed by his training in the brain-behavior . "This is a book I plan to keep around for a long time." according to sierra mimi. Rick Hanson, a sensitive, caring human being, obviously loves to work with people, combining psychology, neuroscience and Buddhist philosophy to enable us to feel at home with ourselves despite some opposite messages from the world. Likewise, he infuses a great deal of gentle advice throughout his 52 "practices" garnered from his life, his counseling practice, and professional associations. All this, he has gathered together in a small, concise book that can easily become one's traveling companion of practical reminders.My first read was a "beginning to end" approach, straight through--to learn ab
Just One Thing is a treasure chest of over 50 practices created specifically to deepen your sense of well-being and unconditional happiness. Just one practice each day can help you:Be good to yourselfEnjoy life as it isBuild on your strengthsBe more effective at home and workMake peace with your emotions. This book offers simple brain-training practices you can do every day to protect against stress, lift your mood, and find greater emotional resilience. Audie Award Nominee, Personal Development, 2013You've heard the expression, "It's the little things that count." Research has shown that little daily practices can change the way your brain works, too