UID:
kobvindex_ZLB16313749
Edition:
Unabridged
ISBN:
9781508242864
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9781508242864
Content:
" Meditations and Spiritual Wisdom on Achieving Lasting Happiness from His Holiness the Dalai Lama The Dalai Lama inspired millions around the world with his wisdom and compassion in The Art of Happiness. Now, in The Essence of Happiness, some of His Holiness's most unforgettable insights are presented in a meditative audiobook that listeners will return to again and again. Offering sage advice on defeating day-to-day depression, anxiety, anger, jealousy, and other emotions that get in the way of true happiness, The Essence of Happiness contains transforming reflections on overcoming suffering and obstacles to create a fulfilled, joyous life. The Essence of Happiness is truly an indispensable guide for living. "
Content:
Rezension(1): "Tenzin Gyatso, the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. He frequently describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. Born in northeastern Tibet in 1935, he was as a toddler recognized as the incarnation of the Thirteenth Dalai Lama and brought to Tibet's capital, Lhasa. In 1950, Mao Zedong's Communist forces made their first incursions into eastern Tibet, shortly after which the young Dalai Lama assumed the political leadership of his country. He passed his scholastic examinations with honors at the Great Prayer Festival in Lhasa in 1959, the same year Chinese forces occupied the city, forcing His Holiness to escape to India. There he set up the Tibetan government-in-exile in Dharamsala, working to secure the welfare of the more than 100,000 Tibetan exiles and prevent the destruction of Tibetan culture. In his capacity as a spiritual and political leader, he has traveled to more than sixty-two countries on six continents and met with presidents, popes, and leading scientists to foster dialogue and create a better world. In recognition of his tireless work for the nonviolent liberation of Tibet, the Dalai Lama was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. In 2012, he relinquished political authority in his exile government and turned it over to democratically elected representatives. His Holiness frequently states that his life is guided by three major commitments: the promotion of basic human values or secular ethics in the interest of human happiness, the fostering of interreligious harmony, and securing the welfare of the Tibetan people, focusing on the survival of their identity, culture, and religion. As a superior scholar trained in the classical texts of the Nalanda tradition of Indian Buddhism, he is able to distill the central tenets of Buddhist philosophy in clear and inspiring language, his gift for pedagogy imbued with his infectious joy. Connecting scientists with Buddhist scholars, he helps unite contemplative and modern modes of investigation, bringing ancient tools and insights to bear on the acute problems facing the contemporary world. His efforts to foster dialogue among leaders of the world's faiths envision a future where people of different beliefs can share the planet in harmony. Wisdom Publications is proud to be the premier publisher of the Dalai Lama's more serious and in-depth works." Rezension(2): " Linda Emond 's film credits include Stop Loss , North Country , and Across the Universe . Television credits include The Sopranos , all four Law & Order s, and American Experience: John & Abigail Adams . On Broadway she has performed in 1776 and Life x 3 (Tony nomination & Outer Critics Circle Award) and Off-Broadway in Tony Kushner's Homebody/Kabul (Obie & Lucille Lortel Awards)." Rezension(3): " Linda Emond 's film credits include Stop Loss , North Country , and Across the Universe . Television credits include The Sopranos , all four Law & Order s, and American Experience: John & Abigail Adams . On Broadway she has performed in 1776 and Life x 3 (Tony nomination & Outer Critics Circle Award) and Off-Broadway in Tony Kushner's Homebody/Kabul (Obie & Lucille Lortel Awards)." Rezension(4): "〈a href=http://www.audiofilemagazine.com target=_blank〉〈img src=https://images.contentreserve.com/audiofile_logo.jpg alt=AudioFile Magazine border=0 /〉〈/a〉:The Dalai Lama and psychiatrist Howard C. Cutler present brief, easy-to-apply tips for everyday life that combine Buddhist wisdom and meditation with Western psychology (and even a touch of science). The aim is to overcome obstacles such as depression, anxiety, anger, jealousy, and other negative behaviors that rob us of happiness. Narrators Dion Graham and Linda Emond alternate chapters after Dr. Cutler presents the introduction. Both narrators, particularly Graham, have soothing voices that perfectly enhance the book's message. Interspersed with the advice are ancient and modern anecdotes such as the story of the hotel housekeepers who lined up daily simply to watch the Dalai Lama walk by. S.G.B. (c) AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine"
Language:
English
URL:
https://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-25/0439-1/461183-TheEssenceOfHappiness.wma
URL:
https://excerpts.cdn.overdrive.com/FormatType-425/0439-1/461183-TheEssenceOfHappiness.mp3
URL:
https://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=22B53E9E-2C29-46A8-A385-6C795A2FFC35&.epub-sample.overdrive.com
URL:
http://voebb.lib.overdrive.com/ContentDetails.htm?ID=22B53E9E-2C29-46A8-A385-6C795A2FFC35
Author information:
Bstan-vdzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV.
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