Today, all of us at Dharma Publishing have a heartfelt request that can significantly impact the reach of Tarthang Tulku’s transformative teachings. If you have read The Gift of Work, previously entitled Skillful Means, you understand the profound and practical wisdom found in Rinpoche’s guidance. While work has become a means to an end, leading to disengagement, dissatisfaction, and burnout, The Gift of Work offers readers a new vision of work as a fulfilling path to enrich our lives at the daily level. The book introduces effective methods for developing awareness, embracing change, and facilitating whole-hearted engagement.

Now, we need your help to share this invaluable resource with the world. By leaving a review on Amazon.com, you can play a crucial role in expanding the reach of Rinpoche’s teachings, potentially changing the trajectory of another’s life.

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“By working on ourselves, by coming to know ourselves better, and then by sharing our growing strength with others, we create a base of support that transforms the quality of our lives and contributes to the well-being of those around us” (The Gift of Work, p. 79).

“It makes no difference who puts these ideas forward; the important thing is the value that comes from putting the ideas into practice, in work and in the rest of life” (The Gift of Work, p. 13).

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Your opinion is precious to us. Each review not only supports the incredible work published at Dharma Publishing but also ensures that this book finds its way to those who may desperately need its guidance. Your voice matters whether it’s a few words or a detailed account of how The Gift of Work has impacted you.

Here’s how you can help:

1. Visit Amazon.com
2. Search for “The Gift of Work: Overcoming Workplace Burnout and Finding Satisfaction in Your 9-to-5” by Tarthang Tulku.
3. Click on the book and scroll down to the “Customer Reviews” section.
4. Click “Write a customer review” and share your thoughts.

Your support means the world to us. Together, we can spread the gift of wisdom, compassion, and meaningful work. Thank you for being a part of this journey and helping us make a difference.

For those new to the material, please enjoy this simple exercise for “Releasing Tension”:

In today’s fast-paced work environment, finding time for self-care may seem challenging. However, taking just ten to fifteen minutes to recenter yourself can have a profound impact on your well-being and productivity. Find a quiet space, even if it's not perfect, and permit yourself this time to realign your focus. If ten minutes feels too long, start with a shorter time that feels manageable. Set a timer to keep track and allow yourself to let go of workplace tension and embrace relaxation.

Once you've found your space, close your eyes, take slow, gentle breaths, and focus on the sensations in your body. Acknowledge work-related thoughts, but gently push them aside and concentrate on your breath and body. When your time is up, ease back into work, maintaining the calm breath you cultivated. Let your body and mind work together in harmony, and be mindful of the impact of your words on others throughout the day.

Remember, this practice takes time to nurture, so be patient with yourself. The first step is to try it out and discover more about yourself and your workplace in the process.

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