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When a Book Becomes A Companion: Revelations of Mind

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Come explore Revelations of Mind and embark on a journey of self-understanding. Revelations of Mind provides the opportunity to learn new ways of engaging in your life experience enabling your perception of the world to shift. Tarthang Tulku states, "Our mind is the creator of all we experience, yet we suffer for we do not understand the creator or the creation. We can make our mind our best friend and our most reliable companion." 

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When a Book Becomes a Companion: Gesture of Balance

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Our beloved classic, Gesture of Balance, is one of the most widely-read books on meditation. It speaks to the reader like a good friend offering ways to clear away confusion, strengthen self-confidence and brighten everyday life with meaning and joy. The simple guidance presented in this book will open rich dimensions peace and balance when taken to heart and nurtured in the quietude of meditation. Come join us as we explore how the profound insights introduced in Gesture of Balance relate to our daily life. 

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When a Book Becomes a Companion: Jataka Tales Part 2

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Discover the profound wisdom of the Buddha’s teachings through the 108 captivating Jataka tales presented in Leaves of the Heaven Tree.  Originally crafted by the 11th-century Buddhist poet Ksemendra, this book is renowned for its clear elucidation of the Buddha’s teachings.  Great blessings come from reading these accounts of the Buddha’s lives.  We hope that you will make this book your companion.

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When a Book Becomes a Companion: Jataka Tales

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Join us as we delve into the world of Jataka tales, stories taught by the Buddha which beautifully depict the attitudes and actions for cultivating compassion and enrich our understanding of karma. Also known as birth stories, Jatakas have been cherished and passed down for centuries due to their accessible portrayal of the Buddha's teachings. The Marvelous Companion: Aryasura's Jatakamala brings to life thirty-four Jatakas retold by the great first century Indian master and poet Aryasura.

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When A Book Becomes a Companion: Mindful Work Part 2

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Are you ready to increase your productivity and experience deeper enjoyment at work?  In this episode of the mindful work practices, we will present the transformative benefits of utilizing awareness, concentration and energy as essential components for success. Discovering the proper balance between awareness, concentration and energy establishes the groundwork for personal and professional success.

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When a Book Becomes a Companion: Mindful Work Part 1

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Imagine what it would be like to come to the realization when that, “I actually like to work!” Work is usually seen as a necessity, something that we endure in order to enjoy life outside of work. But what if there is another way? This is what we will be exploring in the second book of the Skillful Means series, Mastering Successful Work. Using a body oriented approach to reframing our perspective on work, we will bring light to how work itself can offer greater opportunities for self-awareness and personal growth, perhaps even more than what formal meditation alone can achieve.

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