Living Beautifully with Uncertainty and Change

Pema Chödrön, a Tibetan Buddhist nun and teacher, offers talks and teachings about how to live with the unease that comes from change and uncertainty. She suggests that instead of seeking safe ground, we can learn to stay with our fears and discomfort, using meditation, compassion and what Buddhists call loving-kindness. She draws on simple practices such as tonglen, a breathing practice for taking in pain and sending out relief, and on stories from her own life. The tone is warm, humorous and unpretentious.

Readers going through a change, such as illness, loss or a shift in work or relationships, and those who are new to Buddhist practice will find a comforting guide. It suits anyone who wants short, usable advice for staying steady when circumstances shift.

Inward-looking, contemplative and clear-cut; an easy read.

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