By: Daryl Winston

Daryl Winston — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:49:25 +0000

the real deal I just finished this wonderful book, and I am still filled with the warm glow of wisdom from this true Buddhist master. Amazingly, Rinpoche has been able to explain in scientific terms the pathways to human joy, its causes and effects. I would recommend "Joyful Wisdom" to anyone interested in clear, practical Buddhist teaching, or really anyone that would like to cast off depression, anger, and other feelings that stop us all from moving forward and embracing life. This is a truly magical book which will be read and reread for generations.

By: Pokey

Pokey — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 19:42:50 +0000

Good book on Buddhist philosophy and meditation This book primarily discusses Tibetan Buddhist philosophies and meditation. Rinpoche states what Tibetan Buddhists believe to be the sources of mental suffering and anxiety, which he claims is caused by natural causes (aging, illness) and self-inflicted causes (attachment to thoughts, perceptions). He posits that one can become more accepting of change and also reduce suffering by becoming less attached to one's thoughts and perceptions, which can be achieved by meditating regularly and also adopting some Buddhist viewpoints.The book does a good job of explaining Buddhism and, more importantly to me, meditation. Most of the content is well written and easy to comprehend.Rinpoche has written two books. Joyful Wisdom primarily discusses Buddhist philosophy. His other book, the Joy of Living, goes more into depth of meditation. If you want to learn about Buddhism, choose this book. If you want to learn how to meditate then choose the other book, which is the best book I have read on the topic of meditation.

Comments on: Joyful Wisdom: Embracing Change and Finding Freedom

By: Daryl Winston

By: Pokey