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World View: The Role of Literature in Mindfulness

blitheSun94 November 13th, 2016

Dear Readers,

As an avid reader books are incredibly important to me. Right now I am making my way down the list of classics and while some of them are controversial, I find it very important to always be seeking and searching for wisdom in every area of our lives. I believe literature that challenges conventional thinking is especially important. Also, certain philosophies can aid us in our journey toward mindfulness, meditation, and healing- while broadening our scope and understanding of the world around us.

Which books have resonated with you on your walk toward mindfulness?

*The Buddha and the Borderline: My Recovery from Borderline Personality Disorder through Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Buddhism, and Online Dating

by Kiera Van Gelder

*Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart: A Buddhist Perspective on Wholeness

by Mark Epstein, Charlie Conrad (Editor)

*Zen Buddhism: Selected Writings

by D.T. Suzuki, William Barrett (editor)

*Touched with Fire: Manic-Depressive Illness and the Artistic Temperament

by Kay Redfield Jamison

*Lolita

by Vladimir Nabokov, Craig Raine (Afterword)

*No Time to Say Goodbye: Surviving The Suicide Of A Loved One

by Carla Fine

*Wisdom Walk: Nine Practices for Creating Peace and Balance from the World's Spiritual Traditions

by Sage Bennet

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Ele1987 November 19th, 2016

This is great, thanks for sharing I will check some of these out smiley

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blitheSun94 OP November 21st, 2016

@Ele1987

You're welcome. smiley

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blitheSun94 OP December 4th, 2016

Bump

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soulsings December 7th, 2016

@blitheSun94 I love this book because it is a practical guide to coping with depression through meditation and mindfulness. There are Buddhist quotations but the text itself is very down to earth and practical

https://www.amazon.com/Zen-Path-Through-Depression-Plus/dp/0061725463

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blitheSun94 OP December 8th, 2016

@soulsings

Thank you! I read the description and I love it. I will be purchasing a copy as soon as I can. I apprecite the insight.

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soulsings December 8th, 2016

@blitheSun94 I am glad that it impresses you. There are so many books. I have to choose ones that are compatible with my inner needs right now, in order to feel on track.

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blitheSun94 OP December 8th, 2016

@soulsings

Click below:

Mark Epstein is my favorite! :)

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soulsings December 9th, 2016

@blitheSun94 looks interesting. Thank you for sharing.

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blitheSun94 OP December 11th, 2016

@soulsings

Glad to.

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blitheSun94 OP January 16th, 2023

I would love to hear thoughts from anyone who has read any of the aforementioned books.

Be well. 📖