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An illustrated picture book for ages 4-8, Sweet Dreams gives children imaginative visualizations and guided breathing and body movement to help them achieve a restful night's sleep.

Nobel Peace Prize-nominated Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and one of his first students, Nguyen Anh-Huong, offer a different path to mindfulness. Through Walking Meditation, you'll learn that insight, joy, and tranquility are available to you no matter where you are or what you're doing.

From master baker, cook, and Zen priest Edward Espe Brown comes a collection of timeless essays on Zen, food, and life itself. Brown was one of the first Westerners to be ordained a priest by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, who had hoped that Zen might be transformed into a vibrant new form in the West. In The Most Important Point, Brown fulfills Suzuki's wish with 60 essays that are distinctly American yet preserve the roots of traditional Japanese Zen. Drawing from his time in the kitchen and on the cushion, Brown explores a range of topics, from basic sitting practice to making the "perfect" biscuit and much more. "In the words of my teacher," reflects Brown, "the most important point is to find out what is the most important point." Flavored with wise insights and irreverent humor, The Most Important Point brings together a treasury of teachings to inspire your own discovery.

Breathe with Me guides young ones ages 4-8 through six exercises to promote body awareness, calm anger, feel stronger in new situations, energize in the morning, and relax at bedtime. Through visualization and play, this engaging breath-by-breath journey teaches children an essential set of self-care skills that will benefit them for a lifetime.

Innovative Beat poet Michael McClure has written a book of poems unlike any of his others. These dharma devotions are fruits of his Buddhist mediation practice. Like bold calligraphy moving vertically down a white scroll, they surprise the eye and mind, awakening us to a heightened sense of everyday things.

"We are all connected on a neurobiological level far more than we have previously realized. Consciously or not, we are in constant, natural resonance with one another's feelings. When we are engaged in shared mind awareness, the possibilities for mutual aid and collaborative problem solving abound." -Helen Riess, MDA Revolutionary Guide for Understanding and Changing the Way We Connect Empathy is undergoing a new evolution. In a global and interconnected culture, we can no longer afford to identify only with people who seem to be a part of our "tribe." As Dr. Helen Riess has learned, our capacity for empathy is not just an innate trait-it is also a skill that we can learn and expand. With The Empathy Effect, Dr. Riess presents a definitive resource on empathy: the science behind how it works, new research on how empathy develops from birth to adulthood, and tools for building your capacity to create authentic emotional connection with others in any situation. Dr. Riess emerged as leading researcher on empathy by creating a breakthrough training curriculum now used internationally in health care, business, and education. Drawing from this successful program and the latest science, she presents: . The E.M.P.A.T.H.Y.® method-a powerful seven-step system for understanding and increasing empathy, starting with Eye Contact and ending with Your Response . How empathy works-a comprehensive synthesis emerging from neuroscience, sociology, developmental psychology, and evolutionary theory . Tools for recognizing and promoting empathic behavior in yourself and others . Parenting and teaching empathy in kids-guidance for every stage of development . Texts, emojis, and digital empathy-the modern challenge of authentic connection in the information age . Empathy through art and literature-exploring the power of creative expression to expand our emotional experience . Leading with empathy-how political and business leaders can combine compassion with efficiency through group empathy skills and shared mind intelligence . Digging deep for empathy-how to reverse scapegoating and recognize shared humanity with those we normally keep at a distance . Self-compassion-why your ability to express love toward yourself affects every other relationship in your life "Nourishing empathy lets us help not just ourselves," says Dr. Riess, "but also everyone we interact with, whether for a moment or a lifetime." The Empathy Effect is a life-changing book that will revolutionize the way you understand yourself, relate to your loved ones, and connect to every person in your life.

"If you and your prospective partner adopt the principles and skills I describe here, your relationship will be successful-not just for starters, but for the long run." An indispensable guide for any couple ready to set the foundation for a loving and lasting union Committing fully to a loving partnership-a "we"-can be one of the most beautiful and fulfilling experiences you'll ever have. Yet as anyone in a long-term relationship will tell you, it can also be one of the most challenging. Almost half of all first marriages end in divorce, and chances go down from there. So how do you beat the odds? "All successful long-term relationships are secure relationships," writes psychotherapist Stan Tatkin. "You and your partner take care of each other in a way that ensures you both feel safe, protected, accepted, and secure at all times." In We Do, Tatkin provides a groundbreaking guide for couples. You'll figure out whether you and your partner are right for each other in the long term, and if so, give your relationship a strong foundation so you can enjoy a secure and lasting love. Highlights include:Create a shared vision for your relationship, the key to a strong foundation. It's all about prevention-learn tools and techniques for preventing problems before they occur. Understand how to work with the psychological and biological influences in your relationship-neuroscience, arousal regulation, attachment theory, and more. Numerous case studies with helpful examples of healthy and unhealthy interactions, sample dialogues, and reflections. Dozens of exercises-the newlywed game, reading facial expressions, and many more fun and serious practices to develop intimacy and security. Handling conflict-how to broker win-win outcomes. Build a loving relationship that helps you thrive and grow as both individuals and a couple Common interests, physical attraction, shared values, and good communication skills are the factors most commonly thought to indicate a good partnership. Yet surprisingly, current research reveals that these are only a small part of what makes for a healthy marriage-much more important are psychological and biological influences. With We Do, you'll learn to navigate these elements and more, giving your relationship the best possible chance to succeed.

In this guided audio program with renowned Buddhist teacher and former prisoner Fleet Maull, you will learn how to free yourself from the crippling beliefs that trap so many of us in a victim mind-set, using the principles of mindfulness, self-compassion, and emotional intelligence skills.

Based upon decades of work with clients, renowned psychotherapist, relationship expert, and psychospiritual teacher Robert Augustus Masters explores the shadow dimension of ourselves-what it is and paths for working with the conditioning, emotions, and wounds that obstruct our ability to fully love, connect, and thrive.

"Big furry paws. Cuddly growl and hold your feet." In Yoga Bear, the second of Sounds True's yoga board books, very young readers join Bear, Snake, Elephant, and other jungle friends for a fun and authentic yoga flow. Complete with a flow guide for grown-ups, Yoga Bear is sure to become a story-time favorite.

From esteemed teacher Adyashanti, an eight-hour audio learning series on the search for the ultimate reality beneath the narrative of our lives"Our inner lives are every bit as astonishing, baffling, and mysterious as the infinite vastness of the cosmos." ΓÇöAdyashanti For Adyashanti, every ripple of light across a lake, friendly gaze, and reassuring word from a mentor presents a potential gateway to a deeper connection with all of life. With The Most Important Thing, Volume 2, this esteemed teacher presents a series of talks on what it means to peer through these gateways and into a universe of infinite possibility. In this second collection of deep-dive audio sessions, Adyashanti offers evocative teaching stories and anecdotes pointing you toward the ultimate reality that exists beyond the bounds of storytelling. Whether questioning the cultural identities we adopt or recalling the events that set him on the seekerΓÇÖs path, Adyashanti devotes these talks to pulling back the curtain of our assumptions to reveal that none of us is alone and no one is ever truly isolated from the whole of existence. These selections consider:Exploring the meaning of birth, life, and deathΓÇó The nature of ego and the ways it manifestsΓÇó Meditation as the art of "listening with oneΓÇÖs entire being"ΓÇó Embodying your innate and inextricable connection with the total environmentΓÇó Examining the patterns of conditioned thinking around "I"ΓÇó Why our most nourishing stories embrace uncertainty and paradoxΓÇó Embracing the natural awe and wonder of existenceΓÇó The ultimate simplicity of consciousnessΓÇó "Know thyself": the cornerstone of all spiritual inquiryIdeal for anyone wanting to delve beyond the surface of their spiritual journey, The Most Important Thing, Volume 2 offers portals to that which is already alive and waiting within: the truths that fuel the most authentic expression of your life.

Beastie [bee-stee]: The overarching spirit of any species of insect, reptile, bird, mammal, or mythical creature that exists or has ever existed; also known as an animal totem or spirit animal. "From an ancient perspective, everything-including all natural things, like rocks, flowers, trees, insects, birds, and mammals-is alive and infused with conscious energy or spirit," writes Sarah Seidelmann. If you're one of the many people looking to reconnect with the creativity, wisdom, and vital energy of the natural world, here is a fantastic guide for tapping into the power of animal totems, or "beasties."The Book of Beasties invites you to explore why certain animals show up in your life-and what teachings they may be trying to share. Packed with information, illustrations, and traditional and modern insights into the unique qualities of different beasties, The Book of Beasties teaches you about: . Guest Beasties: how certain beasties enter your life to give you messages or assistance you need just when you need them . Core Beasties: meet the guiding beasties who are your lifelong companions, friends, and helpers . Beastie Relationships: tips and techniques for deepening your relationship with beasties and becoming more receptive to their support . Beasties A-Z: an expansive compendium of individual beasties and their unique qualities-including bats, wolves, elephants, salmon . . . even unicorns and dragons! "A message brought by a beastie may be about beauty or family or work," teaches Sarah. "It might offer you guidance on a prickly problem. Or it might make you smile just when you need it." Whether you're a long-time shamanic practitioner or simply curious about what secret messages your favorite animal might have for you, The Book of Beasties is an ideal resource for discovering the wild and wonderful world of spirit animals.

Do you ever feel like you're experiencing your life at only a fraction of its true clarity and depth? Are your days dominated by a single emotion such as fear, sadness, anger, or disappointment?At work or in your personal life, do you find yourself facing similar relationship patterns or conflicts again and again? From our earliest years, we all acquire blind spots in the way we perceive, feel, and think. Driven by our biology, life experiences, cultural messages, and physical environment, they profoundly affect us throughout our lives. This informative and practical guide invites us to understand: how we get them, how to bring them to light, and how to work with that newfound awareness to improve our lives. Here, author Kelly Boys presents emerging research from many fields of psychology and neuroscience, personal stories, and a wealth of hands-on exercises and practices to help us identify, welcome, and transform our own hidden domains. Join her to explore:What we miss and how we miss it. Attentional blink-gaps in our sensory awareness and our astonishing potential to perceive more in each moment. Decoding your unconscious stories-how they filter the truth and influence you. Hacking your intuition-why our gut instincts are not always accurate, and ways to get it right more often. The defended self-uncovering the core beliefs that shape your emotional landscape. Using moments of crisis to reveal especially elusive blind spots. Falling in love, "crushing," cheating, and wholehearted loving-shining a light into the wilderness of intimate relationships. Three biases that sabotage our judgment and how to counter them. Self-compassion, welcoming, and vulnerability-keys to clearer self-perception. Flow states-becoming fully immersed in what you do without the filters that diminish your natural way of perceiving and being. Seeing yourself as others see you-safely engaging with someone you trust to gain greater self-awareness. Illuminating the biggest blind spot of all-the illusion of an isolated and separate self, and how to free ourselves from the traps it creates. Chapter-by-chapter practices-somatic, contemplative, and mindfulness-based-for self-discovery and changeOnce we recognize our blind spots, we can't unsee them. We release ourselves from unnecessary suffering and begin to experience each moment more richly. With The Blind Spot Effect, you're invited to illuminate what is right in front of you and within you-for greater wonder, joy, and fulfillment.

In the yoga tradition, bhakti is the path of the heart. This devotional branch of yoga is growing in popularity as increasing numbers of practitioners seek greater peace and more heartfelt connections in their personal and professional lives. Artist and scholar Ekabhumi Charles Ellik invites us to cultivate these feelings of love and connection through coloring, meditation, and art in The Bhakti Coloring Book. Following on the success of The Shakti Coloring Book, Ekabhumi has created 40 brand-new, easy-to-color images from the bhakti tradition. Mandalas, deities, and symbols adorn the pages of this heart-centered book along with guidance for using the images both in spiritual practice and for simple pleasure. Devotional art is an important part of the bhakti tradition, as sacred imagery can shift our consciousness into a naturally meditative state. For experienced artists and novices alike, this book offers an enjoyable entry into this powerful practice.

Time to Buddy Up for Movement, Cooperation, and Imaginative Play A sailboat skimming across the waves, A feathery owl, A tree stretching from earth to sky.Together, what do we want to become today? From the creators of Good Night Yoga and Good Morning Yoga comes a beautifully illustrated city adventure that introduces children to the delights and benefits of partner yoga. Perfect for teaming up with a friend, sibling, parent, or caregiver, each easy practice shows how cooperation helps us to imagine, move, and have fun in a whole new way. Includes a back-page guide for parents and caregivers, showing how to do each pose and how to connect them into an easy-to-follow flow.

In this in-depth audio learning program, the author of the spiritual classic Way of the Peaceful Warrior shares decades of evolving insights and tools for those seeking practical wisdom for greater mastery and fulfillment in every facet of daily life.

God is real. Everything we say about God is made up. Holy Rascals is a rousing call to anyone ready to go beyond "isms" and ideologies, and live in the world as a liberating force of justice, compassion, and joy."Holy rascals are spiritual culture jammers who use humor, play, creativity, and critical thinking to reveal the human origins of religions-and how religions mask their true origins behind the conceit of divine origins," writes Rabbi Rami. Here, he illuminates:. The making of a holy rascal and the great task of "freeing religion from the parochial and for the perennial". The art of "hacking the holy," or pulling back the curtain on religion's fear-based mechanisms of control. The provocative tools and one-of-a-kind practices of the holy rascal, with guidance for creating your very own "rascally" ways"Holy rascality is about rekindling spiritual creativity and critical thinking," explains Rabbi Rami. "It is about freeing the human capacity for religiosity-the capacity for making meaning-from the confines of brand-name religion. Holy rascals are playful and lighthearted. While our task is serious-the liberation of humanity from the madness of unhealthy and harmful religions and religious beliefs-our attitude is not." Holy Rascals brings you Rabbi Rami's one-of-a-kind inspiration, humor, and practical insight to help you on your mission.

Make mindfulness come alive for kids with this beautifully illustrated book of poetry. Breathe and Be delivers mindfulness wisdom in an easy-to-remember way, using relaxing imagery of the natural world to reinforce the message that we can regulate our emotions, stay calm and grounded, and appreciate the world around us. Ages 4-8.

In 1990, during the beginning of the end of apartheid, a young white medic in the South African army named John Lockley had a powerful dream. This dream, which he describes as a "calling," began his extraordinary odyssey beyond the barriers of race, culture, and belief into the world of the shaman. Leopard Warrior shares the remarkable story of how

In order to come to your senses, Alan Watts often said, you sometimes need to go out of your mind. Perhaps more than any other teacher in the West, this celebrated author, former Anglican priest, and self-described spiritual entertainer was responsible for igniting the passion of countless wisdom seekers to the spiritual and philosophical delights of India, China, and Japan. With Out of Your Mind, you are invited to immerse yourself in six of this legendary thinker's most engaging teachings on how to break through the limits of the rational mind and expand your awareness and appreciation for the great game unfolding all around us. Distilled from Alan Watts's pinnacle lectures, Out of Your Mind brings you an inspiring new resource that captures the true scope of this brilliant teacher in action. For those both new and familiar with Watts, this book invites us to delve into his favorite pathways out of the trap of conventional awareness, including: . The art of the "controlled accident"-what happens when you stop taking your life so seriously and start enjoying it with complete sincerity . How we come to believe "the myth of myself"-that we are skin-encapsulated egos separate from the world around us-and how to transcend that illusion . Why we must fully embrace chaos and the void to find our deepest purpose . Unconventional and refreshing insights into the deeper principles of Buddhism, Hinduism, Western philosophy, Christianity, and much more

Introduces the youngest readers to simple yoga poses that help them wake up and greet the day

You Can Count on Animals to Make Yoga Fun! What could be more fun for kids than to hop like a frog, slither like a snake, and roar like a lion-all while learning an empowering, healthy life skill? Zoo Zen: A Yoga Story for Kids is a delightful pose-along adventure for children ages four to eight. Young readers will join our heroine Lyla as she learns ten yoga poses from her friends at the zoo, receiving helpful tips along the way from each animal she encounters. Using rhyming and counting to make memorization easier, here is an imaginative book that combines the benefits of yoga with kids' natural love for animals to create a magical learning journey that parents and kids can enjoy together. Ages 4-8

When the New York Times ran Patrick O'Malley's story about the loss of his infant son-and how his inability to "move on" challenged everything he was taught as a psychotherapist-it inspired an unprecedented flood of gratitude from readers. What he shared was a truth that many have felt but rarely acknowledged by the professionals they turn to: that our grief is not a mental illness to be cured, but part of the abiding connection with the one we've lost. Illuminated by O'Malley's own story and those of many clients that he's supported, readers learn how the familiar "stages of grief" too often mislabel our sorrow as a disorder, press us to "get over it," and amplify our suffering with shame and guilt when we do not achieve "closure" in due course. "Sadness, regret, confusion, yearning-all the experiences of grief-are a part of the narrative of love," reflects O'Malley. Here, with uncommon sensitivity and support, he invites us to explore grief not as a process of recovery, but as the ongoing narrative of our relationship with the one we've lost-to be fully felt, told, and woven into our lives. For those in bereavement and anyone supporting those who are, Getting Grief Right offers an uncommonly empathetic guide to opening to our sorrow as the full expression of our love.