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Books like The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation

12 books with a reading profile close to The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh. Inward-looking, contemplative and clear-cut; an easy read.

  1. 1 Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life

    Peace Is Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life

    by Thich Nhat Hanh

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    Thich Nhat Hanh presents mindfulness as a practical physiological and mental habit rather than a secluded religious ritual.

  2. 2 The Ragamuffin Gospel

    The Ragamuffin Gospel

    by Brennan Manning

    Also inward-looking and clear-cut · personal growth, philosophy

    Brennan Manning argues that the traditional Christian landscape is often cluttered by legalism and the exhausting pursuit of moral perfection.

  3. 3 The Tao of Pooh

    The Tao of Pooh

    by Benjamin Hoff

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    Benjamin Hoff utilizes the characters from A.A.

  4. 4 Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1

    Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1

    by Neale Donald Walsch

    Also inward-looking · personal growth, philosophy

    Neale Donald Walsch says that in 1992, in a moment of frustration, he wrote an angry letter to God, and found himself writing an answer.

  5. 5 Art and Fear

    Art and Fear

    by David Bayles

    Also inward-looking · personal growth, philosophy

    David Bayles and Ted Orland address the psychological hurdles inherent in the creative process, focusing on why many artists quit.

  6. 6 POEMS & PRAYERS

    POEMS & PRAYERS

    by Matthew McConaughey

    Also inward-looking · personal growth, philosophy

    Matthew McConaughey’s recent collection focuses on the tension between spiritual faith and logical observation.

  7. 7 The Art of Happiness

    The Art of Happiness

    by Dalai Lama XIV

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    Based on interviews conducted by psychiatrist Howard Cutler, this book presents the Dalai Lama’s perspective on achieving inner peace through disciplined mental training.

  8. 8 The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming

    The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming

    by Henri J.M. Nouwen

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    After a chance encounter with Rembrandt’s painting of the Prodigal Son, Henri Nouwen spent years analyzing the biblical parable’s three main figures: the reckless younger son, the resentful elder brother, and the compas…

  9. 9 Power of Now 2007 Engagement Calendar

    Power of Now 2007 Engagement Calendar

    by Universe Publishing

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    This engagement calendar serves as a practical tool for applying Eckhart Tolle’s principles of spiritual presence to daily life.

  10. 10 The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying

    The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying

    by Sogyal Rinpoche

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · personal growth, philosophy

    Sogyal Rinpoche presents the principles of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, specifically the teachings on the bardo, or the intermediate states between life and death.

  11. 11 What's So Amazing About Grace?

    What's So Amazing About Grace?

    by Philip Yancey

    Also inward-looking and contemplative · philosophy, inspirational

    Philip Yancey examines the application of grace within the modern Christian church and secular society.

  12. 12 My Utmost for His Highest

    My Utmost for His Highest

    by Oswald Chambers

    Also inward-looking and clear-cut · personal growth, philosophy

    My Utmost for His Highest is a collection of 366 daily devotionals compiled posthumously from Oswald Chambers’ lectures and talks.

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