Wherever You Go, There You Are
By Jon Kabat-Zinn
Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life. Hyperion, 1994.
Summary of Wherever You Go, There You Are book by Jon Kabat-Zinn
The seminal classic on Buddhist meditation and relaxation techniques, acting as an introductory and supplementary guide for those wanting to start or further their journey in mindfulness.
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What do you get from this book? Enriching mindfulness practices that will change your perspective and enhance your life
Mastering mindfulness allows you to be aware of your true reality at any given moment
By stopping to appreciate the present moment, you can cultivate mindfulness for more enriching experiences
Non-doing is not the same as doing nothing; it takes great patience to appreciate the world as it is
Cultivating qualities like trust and generosity builds a strong foundation for mindfulness
Establish a clear vision for practicing mindfulness so that you can be motivated to continue a journey of self-discovery
Sitting is excellent for meditation, but the position and duration are not as important as the effort
It often helps to visualize natural places or get down on the ground for the maximum benefits of meditating
Engage in loving kindness meditation for multiple benefits, including having a positive impact on the world
It takes continuous effort to avoid selfing, develop good karma, and keep journeying along the path of mindfulness and enlightenment
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Who should read Wherever You Go, There You Are book
- anyone wanting to practice mindfulness
- those who want to learn relaxation techniques
About the author of Wherever You Go, There You Are
Jon Kabat-Zinn
Jon Kabat-Zinn is a professor of medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, where he also founded the Stress Reduction Clinic. He is an internationally famous scientist, author, and meditation expert, and has written several books on living mindfully, including Full Catastrophe Living.
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