Mindfulness for Beginners: Explore the Infinite Potential that Lies Within This Very Moment

Jon Kabat-Zinn, the founder of mindfulness-based stress reduction, introduces meditation as a way to live in the present moment. He describes simple practices, such as paying attention to the breath, the body, thoughts, and everyday activities, and he addresses common obstacles like boredom, restlessness, and expectations. The short chapters are organized around themes rather than techniques, and the book includes a CD with guided meditations. He argues that mindfulness is not a method of escape but a way of meeting life as it is.

It suits people who have heard of meditation and want a gentle, practical place to begin. Those who already practice can use it as a series of reminders, and it is brief enough to read a little at a time.

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

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