Shambhala Library: Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living (Hardcover)

from Jessica_Olin

It took me a while to read this book. Months, to be honest. But it was the right speed for me. I wouldn't read it for a couple of days, and then I'd read 2 pages. Always it felt like those two pages were perfect for what was happening in my life right then.If you are unfamiliar with the works of ...

from lepapillonvert

This book is subtitled "a guide to compassionate living," that basically says it all. It is a guide to the Buddhist teachings of opening the heart and mind through tonglen meditation and lojong slogans. She presents ancient wisdom in a clear and productive way. I am grateful for this gifted teach...

from anitahellerworker

I turn to this book whenever I am stressed and I find peace. It's not always easy to read, because it requires self-reflection, but it's really worth it in the end.

from wrmjr66

This book is a real mixed bag, at least from my non-expert perspective. At times, Chodron's wisdom really shines through. Other times, though, she gets a bit too much into a hippy-esque tone which tends to make her ideas seem trite. The book is essentially a compilation of interpretations of cert...

from jasoncomely

Don't let my three (and a half) star rating dissuade you from reading this. It's substantial, and I think it will help people. There was however an off-the-cuff remark about eating hotdogs or hamburgers for lunch that I found inconsistent with compassionate living, so I docked a star off.