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Wherever You Go, There You Are

Wherever You Go, There You Are

By Jon Kabat-Zinn

Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life. Hyperion, 1994.

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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.

Key insights in Wherever You Go, There You Are

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What do you get from this book? Enriching mindfulness practices that will change your perspective and enhance your life
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Mastering mindfulness allows you to be aware of your true reality at any given moment
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By stopping to appreciate the present moment, you can cultivate mindfulness for more enriching experiences
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Non-doing is not the same as doing nothing; it takes great patience to appreciate the world as it is
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Cultivating qualities like trust and generosity builds a strong foundation for mindfulness
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Establish a clear vision for practicing mindfulness so that you can be motivated to continue a journey of self-discovery
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Sitting is excellent for meditation, but the position and duration are not as important as the effort
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It often helps to visualize natural places or get down on the ground for the maximum benefits of meditating
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Engage in loving kindness meditation for multiple benefits, including having a positive impact on the world
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It takes continuous effort to avoid selfing, develop good karma, and keep journeying along the path of mindfulness and enlightenment
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Selected critiques in brief
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Who should read Wherever You Go, There You Are

Meditators • therapists • parents • educators • 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 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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