Discovering The True Self

Author : Kodo Sawaki
Publisher : Catapult
ISBN 13 : 1640093788
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Discovering the True Self written by Kodo Sawaki and published by Catapult. This book was released on 2020-10-20 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In easy-to-understand language, a 20th-century Zen master explains profound teachings from Zen Buddhism, offering an essential resource for anyone interested in Zen meditation. “You can’t see your true Self. [But] you can become it. Becoming your true Self is zazen.” Having come of age as an orphan in the slums of Tsu City, Japan, Kodo Sawaki had to fight his way to adulthood, and became one of the most respected Zen masters of the 20th century. He had a great understanding of Dogen Zenji’s teaching and he knew how to express Dogen’s philosophy in clear, easily–understood language. Sawaki’s primary mission was to bring all people to an awareness of the Self, which he believed came through Zen meditation. His humor and straightforward talk garnered Sawaki followers from all walks of life. Though he remained poor by choice, he was rich in spirit. Two of his students who became known in America as well as in Japan were Kosho Uchiyama, abbot of Antaiji Temple and author of Opening The Hand of Thought, and Gudo Nishijima, Zen teacher and translator of Dogen’s Shobogenzo. A student of Kosho Uchiyama, Arthur Braverman has compiled an anthology of Sawaki’s writings and a garland of sayings gathered from throughout his lifetime. One of a few collections of Sawaki’s teachings published in English, his life and work bracket the most intriguing and influential period of modern Zen practice in Japan and America.

Author : Avikal Costantino
Publisher : John Hunt Publishing
ISBN 13 : 184694533X
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Without a Mask written by Avikal Costantino and published by John Hunt Publishing. This book was released on 2011 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relaxed presence, clear intention and freedom from mediocrity will be the flowering of being your Authentic Self.

Author : James Martin
Publisher : Paulist Press
ISBN 13 : 1616430567
Total Pages : 104 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Becoming Who You Are written by James Martin and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By meditating on personal examples from the author's life, as well as reflecting on the inspirational life and writings of Thomas Merton, stories from the Gospels, as well as the lives of other holy men and women (among them, Henri Nouwen, Therese of Lisieux and Pope John XXIII) the reader will see how becoming who you are, and becoming the person that God created, is a simple path to happiness, peace of mind and even sanctity.

Author : Stephen Cope
Publisher : Bantam
ISBN 13 : 198480006X
Total Pages : 485 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Yoga and the Quest for the True Self written by Stephen Cope and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2018-04-17 with total page 485 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 100,000 copies sold! Millions of Americans know yoga as a superb form of exercise and as a potent source of calm in the midst of our stress-filled lives. Far fewer are aware of the full promise of yoga as "the way of the fully alive human being"--a 4,000-year-old practical path of liberation that fits the needs of modern Western seekers with startling precision. Now one of America's leading scholars of yoga psychology--who is also a Western-trained psychotherapist--offers this marvelously lively and personal account of an ancient tradition that promises "the soul awake in this lifetime." Drawing on the vivid stories of practitioners at the largest yoga center in America, where he has lived and taught for more than ten years, Stephen Cope describes the philosophy, psychology, and practice of yoga--a practical science of development that urges us not to transcend or dissolve the self, but rather to encounter it more deeply. In this irreverent modern-day Pilgrim's Progress, Cope introduces us to an unforgettable cast of contemporary seekers--on the road to enlightenment carrying all the baggage of the human condition: confusion, loss, disappointment, addiction, and the eternal conflicts around sex and relationship. As he describes the subtle shifts of energy and consciousness that happen at each stage of the path, we discover that in yoga, "liberation" does not require us to leave life in the world for some transcendent spiritual plane. Life itself is the path. Above all, Cope shows how yoga can heal the suffering of self-estrangement that pervades our society, leading us to a new sense of purpose and to a deeper, more satisfying life in the world.

Author : Steve Langford
Publisher : WestBow Press
ISBN 13 : 1973692422
Total Pages : 171 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Discovering Your True Self written by Steve Langford and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2020-06-17 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The goal of our journey in life is to discover and live out of our true self, the person God created us to be when He fashioned us in our mother’s wombs. However, this is easier said than done as many of us struggle with understanding who we really are in the midst of life’s ups and downs. In a comprehensive guide, Pastor Steve Langford describes the spiritual journey involved in discovering our unique, authentic self that stands in contrast to the false or constructed self that the world pressures us to be. After identifying the role of anxiety and fear in the manufacture of the false self, Dr. Langford describes what is involved in the journey along with the tools, concepts, and skills that resource the journey. He also describes how our experience of life is different when we move beyond the sabotaging power of the anxiety-driven constructed self and begin to live out of the true self. A guide for personal reflection and small group study follows each chapter. Discovering Your True Self describes the journey that leads us to move beyond the false self the world proclaimed we should be and embrace the true self, the person God created us to be.

Author : Bill George
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470893958
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book True North written by Bill George and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-06-10 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: True North shows how anyone who follows their internal compass can become an authentic leader. This leadership tour de force is based on research and first-person interviews with 125 of today’s top leaders—with some surprising results. In this important book, acclaimed former Medtronic CEO Bill George and coauthor Peter Sims share the wisdom of these outstanding leaders and describe how you can develop as an authentic leader. True North presents a concrete and comprehensive program for leadership success and shows how to create your own Personal Leadership Development Plan centered on five key areas: Knowing your authentic self Defining your values and leadership principles Understanding your motivations Building your support team Staying grounded by integrating all aspects of your life True North offers an opportunity for anyone to transform their leadership path and become the authentic leader they were born to be. Personal, original, and illuminating stories from Warren Bennis, Sir Adrian Cadbury, George Shultz (former U.S. secretary of state), Charles Schwab, John Whitehead (Cochairman, Goldman Sachs), Anne Mulcahy (CEO, Xerox), Howard Schultz (CEO, Starbucks), Dan Vasella (CEO, Novartis), John Brennan (Chairman, Vanguard), Carol Tome (CFO, Home Depot), Donna Dubinsky (CEO/cofounder, Palm), Alan Horn (President, Warner Brothers), Ann Moore (CEO, Time, Inc.) and many others illustrate the transitions that shape the type of leaders who will thrive in the 21st century. Bill George (Cambridge, MA) has spent over 30 years in executive leadership positions at Litton, Honeywell, and Medtronic. As CEO of Medtronic, he built the company into the world’s leading medical technology company as its market capitalization increased from $1.1 billion to $60 billion. Since 2004, he has been a professor at the Harvard Business School. His 2004 book Authentic Leadership (0-7879-7528-1) was a BusinessWeek bestseller. Peter Sims (San Francisco, CA) established “Leadership Perspectives,” a course on leadership development at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and cofounded the London office of Summit Partners, a leading investment firm. Their Web site is www.truenorthleaders.com.

Author : Thomas Merton
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 1590300491
Total Pages : 321 pages
Book Rating : 4.97/5 ( download)

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Download or read book New Seeds of Contemplation written by Thomas Merton and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2003 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of thirty-nine short essays in which Thomas Merton examines what true contemplation is and how it can impact one's spirituality.

Author : Kosho Uchiyama Roshi
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1614290474
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.76/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Zen Teaching of Homeless Kodo written by Kosho Uchiyama Roshi and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abandon your treasured delusions and hit the road with one of the most important Zen masters of twentieth-century Japan. Eschewing the entrapments of vanity, power, and money, "Homeless" Kodo Sawaki Roshi refused to accept a permanent position as a temple abbot, despite repeated offers. Instead, he lived a traveling, "homeless" life, going from temple to temple, student to student, teaching and instructing and never allowing himself to stray from his chosen path. He is responsible for making Soto Zen available to the common people outside of monasteries. His teachings are short, sharp, and powerful. Always clear, often funny, and sometimes uncomfortably close to home, they jolt us into awakening. Kosho Uchiyama expands and explains his teacher's wisdom with his commentary. Trained in Western philosophy, he draws parallels between Zen teachings and the Bible, Descartes, and Pascal. Shohaku Okumura has also added his own commentary, grounding his teachers’ power and sagacity for the contemporary, Western practitioner. Experience the timeless, practical wisdom of three generations of Zen masters.

Author : RG Qluck Wise
Publisher : Pencil
ISBN 13 : 9362631776
Total Pages : 35 pages
Book Rating : 4.70/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Discovering the Authentic Self written by RG Qluck Wise and published by Pencil. This book was released on 2024-04-03 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discovering the Authentic Self: A Guide to Unveiling Your True Identity" is a transformative journey into the depths of self-discovery and authenticity. In a world often marked by external pressures and societal expectations, this book serves as a guiding light for those seeking to peel back the layers of conditioning and reconnect with their true essence. Through poignant anecdotes, reflective exercises, and practical guidance, readers are invited to embark on a profound exploration of their inner landscape. From embracing vulnerability and cultivating self-compassion to unearthing core values and navigating relationships, each chapter offers invaluable insights and tools for living a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Author : Chip Ingram
Publisher : Baker Books
ISBN 13 : 1493421395
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Discover Your True Self written by Chip Ingram and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2020-08-18 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seeing yourself as God sees you is essential to overcoming your deepest struggles, having healthy relationships, living in freedom, and fulfilling your life purpose. Yet most of us look at ourselves with warped mirrors, believing lies that lead to shame, guilt, fear, insecurity, and spiritual stagnation. The lies of our past keep us stuck, struggling with the same issues and habits for years. But according to the first three chapters of Ephesians, that's not how God sees us at all. Pastor and author Chip Ingram wants to open your eyes to your true self, the "new you" that God sees, the person who is immeasurably valuable and beautiful. In this Scripture-soaked book, he shows you how getting God's perspective - satisfies your search for significance - undoes your shame - makes you secure - frees you from comparing yourself with others - helps you discover your calling - and more Are you ready to see yourself as God sees you? Then let Chip Ingram show you how to silence the lies of your past and experience your true identity.