Meditation is an ancient practice that has brought peace and clarity to people from every time, culture, and place. Its benefits —a sense of calm, greater knowledge of self, better health—are as appealing to the modern world as they were to the ancient. In this beginner’s guide to meditation, author Patrick Harbula provides readers with everything they need to know in order to meditate.
Readers will learn:
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The history of meditation, both Eastern and Western
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The benefits of meditation for the mind, body, and spirit
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Different forms of meditation practice
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Simple ways to begin meditation immediately, and more...
Meditation demystifies the oftentimes intimidating world of meditation, providing the perfect starting point for anyone looking to cultivate a sense of serenity in their life.
About the Author
Patrick Harbula is the founder of the Living Purpose Institute, and has been a leader and teacher in the human potential movement, meditation trainer, and life coach for over 30 years. He is the author of
The Magic of the Soul: Applying Spiritual Power to Daily Living. Patrick continues to reach hundreds of thousands with his empowering message of living. He appears regularly on radio and TV around the nation and in Canada including Dateline, ABC, NBC, and UPN news.
Industry Reviews
"Meditation is a very simple process which can be done in many ways. Patrick Harbula provides a guide which can be read as a basic primer or as a deep dive into all things meditation. This is a book that should be on every meditator's bookshelf and be dogeared, marked up, and well-read." --Dr. Jim Lockard, author of Creating The Beloved Community: A Handbook for Spiritual Leadership
In Meditation Patrick Harbula offers perhaps the most inclusive explanation and application of meditation I have ever read. He has taken what is generally perceived as an Eastern practice and made it "user-friendly" for the western mind. This is an exquisite and transparent handbook for anyone who seeks to explore the countless benefits found in a life grounded in meditation. I encourage you to allow Patrick to be your personal guide on the journey to the place you never really left--your oneness with Life. He knows--in real time--from whence he speaks.
--Dr. Dennis Merritt Jones, bestselling author of, The Art of Abundance: Ten rules for a Prosperous Life, and The Art of Uncertainty: How to Live in the Mystery of Life and Love It
"Patrick Harbula's presentation of a wide variety of meditation styles and techniques makes this book a unique presentation on the subject. Particularly insightful is the Helpful Hints section, which offers practical and cutting edge strategies for effortlessly stilling the mind. The Chapter on Supportive Spiritual Practices also makes this book a seminal and complete treatment for spiritual growth as well as user friendly tool for beginners and seasoned meditators alike." --Dr. Ken Gordon, Spiritual Director of Centers for Spiritual Living