Buddhism for Busy People: Finding Happiness in an Uncertain World

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The bestselling introduction to Buddhism What does it take to be happy? We've all asked ourselves this question at some point, but few of us have found the path to lasting fulfillment. David Michie thought he had achieved his life's goals--the high level job, the expensive city apartment, the luxury car, great holidays but a small voice was telling him he wasn't really happy. A chance remark from a naturopath sent him to his local Buddhist centre. There, he began the most important journey of his life. In this simple, but beautifully written book, David Michie opens the door to the core teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. With wry, self-deprecating humour, he shows us how he began to incorporate Buddhist practices into his daily life. He explains how he came to understand the difference between the temporary pleasures of ordinary life, and the profound sense of well-being and heart-felt serenity that comes from connecting with our inner nature. Every once in a while you come across an extraordinary book with the power to change your life. Buddhism for Busy People is one such book. It is not by chance that you now hold it in your hands. 'Michie demystifies the ancie

Table of contents

Acknowledgements1. What does it take to be happy?2. Buddha's first teaching3. How to meditate4. Karma5. This precious life6. The first step7. Cultivating compassion8. Finding happiness in daily life9. The heart of Buddha's wisdom10. Following a teacherEpilogueGlossaryFurther reading

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General Fields

• ISBN : 9781741752137
• Publisher : Allen & Unwin
• Imprint : Allen & Unwin
• Publication date : June 2007
• Dimensions : 195mm X 132mm X 19mm
• Produced in : Australia
• Product Type : books

Special Fields

• BIC subject : Buddhism; Mind, body, spirit
• Pages : 252
• Dewey classification : 294.3
• Edition : 2nd edition
• Bind : Paperback
• Author : David Michie