{"product_id":"25-lessons-in-mindfulness-9781433813238","title":"25 Lessons in Mindfulness","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book presents a practical, step-by-step approach for establishing your own mindfulness practice. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The practice of mindfulness has received increasing attention and recognition in recent years as a simple, important, and effective means for maintaining physical and emotional health and well-being. Mindfulness involves focusing your attention on immediate present experiences with a compassionate, nonjudgmental attitude. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In \u003ci\u003e25 Lessons in Mindfulness\u003c\/i\u003e, you will learn to be mindful of your breath, sounds, sights, tastes, movements, physical sensations, thoughts, and feelings as you maintain a compassionate attitude toward yourself and others. With sustained attention, you will develop the ability to respond to life''s experiences with calmness and acceptance, even the difficult experiences that we cannot control.\u003cbr\u003e Brief introductory chapters explain the scientifically proven effects on health, as well as the philosophy behind this ancient p\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Although you may already be familiar with some of this material, there are bound to be epiphanies that open up new ways of using it. Ameli has done a fine job of choosing and arranging this material on mindfulness.” –\u003ci\u003eSpirituality \u0026amp; Practice\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"\u003ci\u003e25 Lessons in Mindfulness\u003c\/i\u003e is a gem. Step by step, moment to moment, Ameli takes us on a journey through the path of mindfulness. Written with grace, compassion, and clarity, every chapter is helpful. Every chapter gives us a new awakening. It is a book that I will treasure and recommend to friends, family, colleagues, and patients.\" —Robert L. Leahy, PhD, director, American Institute for Cognitive Therapy; clinical professor of psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Weill Cornell University Medical College, New York Presbyterian Hospital; author of The Worry Cure, Anxiety Free, and Beat the Blues Before They Beat You\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"Organized around a rich set of practices and clearly articulated teachings, this book will serve anyone seeking to cultivate a compassionate, wise, and mindful presence.\" —Tara Brach, PhD, author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A triumph! In this groundbreaking book, Ameli has seamlessly merged East and West by bringing a rigorous, scientific mind to ancient spiritual practices. A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the logic behind the mind–body connection and who is seeking powerful tools for living a full, vibrant, purposeful life.\" —Alicia Korten, CEO, The Culture Company; author of \u003ci\u003eChange Philanthropy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Acknowledgments\u003cbr\u003e Introduction \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI. Why be Mindful, and How?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindfulness and Science \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Buddha, Mindfulness, Stress, and Relaxation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Building a Mindfulness Practice Using This Book \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eII. Cultivating Attention\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Breathing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Distinguishing Thoughts From Awareness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Body Scan \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Progressive Muscle Relaxation \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Standing and Walking \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Movements and Yoga \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Eating \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Listening to Sounds \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Silence \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Seeing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Interactions \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Mindful Consumption \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Abdominal Breathing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Three-Part Breath \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Rhythmic Breathing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Alternate Nostril Breathing \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cleansing Breath \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIII. Cultivating Compassion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e The RAIN Approach \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Application of RAIN to Fear and Anger \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Cultivating Positive States \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Beholding \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Loving-Kindness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Giving and Receiving (Tonglen) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Forgiveness \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Bring It All Together: A Mindful Day \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Concluding Remarks\u003cbr\u003e Additional Resources\u003cbr\u003e References\u003cbr\u003e Index\u003cbr\u003e About the Author \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"American Psychological Association","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49408227869015,"sku":"9781433813238","price":16.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781433813238.jpg?v=1730502047","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/25-lessons-in-mindfulness-9781433813238","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}