by Stillness Speaks(S) | Sep 2, 2024 | Books
This beautiful small book contains quotations by Jean Klein addressing a wide range of subjects and questions. The quotations have been selected from the ten published volumes of his teachings by Billy Doyle, a noted teacher of Kashmiri Yoga and long-time student of Dr. Klein.
Jean Klein was a pioneering Western teacher of Advaita whose influence, via distinguished students of his work, is still strongly felt in our own time. His teaching belongs to the direct approach which points straight to our real nature… to what is beyond the mind, to inner stillness and peace, … to being what we fundamentally are.
The book features an Introduction by Emma Edwards, the original compiler and editor of Dr. Klein’s published works.
by Stillness Speaks(S) | Aug 28, 2024 | Books
Discover the path to your authentic self and embrace your true identity with these insightful teachings from celebrated author and spiritual luminary Alan Watts.
In this collection, Watts displays the intelligence, playfulness of thought, and simplicity of language that has made him so perennially popular as an interpreter of Eastern thought for Westerners. He draws on a variety of religious traditions and covers topics such as the challenge of seeing one’s life “just as it is,” the Taoist approach to harmonious living, the limits of language in the face of ineffable spiritual truth, and the psychological symbolism of Christian thought. Throughout, he shows how our true self is never to be found anywhere other than this very life and this very moment.
by Stillness Speaks(S) | Aug 21, 2024 | Books
Cut through the busyness and anxieties of daily life to discover the simple happiness of living in the present moment, as taught by a world-renowned Zen monk.
In this book, Thich Nhat Hanh—Zen monk, author, and meditation master—distills the essence of Buddhist thought and practice, emphasizing the power of mindfulness to transform our lives. But true mindfulness, Hanh explains, is not an escape. It is being in the present moment, totally alive and free.
by Stillness Speaks(S) | Aug 7, 2024 | Books
Practice six life-changing rules to manage the stresses of modern life—from two seasoned practitioners who have both been there and done the work.
Whether it’s politics and climate change or just the daily spin of paying your bills and managing burnout, we can all admit that modern life is increasingly difficult to navigate. These six guiding principles, inspired from ancient Buddhist wisdom and mindfulness practices, are instrumental to staying anchored and steady amid the chaos.
by Stillness Speaks(S) | Apr 18, 2024 | Books
A modern guide to the transformative practice of silent illumination from Chan Buddhist teacher Rebecca Li.
After guiding readers through the history and practice of silent illumination, Rebecca Li shows us how we can recognize and unlearn our “modes of operation”—habits of mind that get in the way of being fully present and engaged with life. Cultivating clarity on the empty nature of these habits offers us a way to unlearn and free ourselves from unhelpful modes such as harshness to self, perfectionism, quietism, striving for spiritual attainment, and more. Illumination offers stories and real-life examples, references to classic Buddhist texts, and insights from Chan Master Sheng Yen to guide readers as they practice silent illumination not just on their cushions, but throughout their lives.
by Stillness Speaks(S) | Dec 27, 2023 | Books
A practical roadmap to cultivating the heart’s capacity to face and transform our greatest challenges—like the climate crisis, oppression, anxiety, and burnout—from the best-selling author of Say What You Mean. Through touching stories, insightful reflections, and concrete instructions, Sofer offers powerful tools to strengthen our hearts and nourish the qualities that can transform our world.
