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Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness meditation for everyday life [Paperback]

Jon Kabat-Zinn (Author)
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Publication Date: 26 Aug 2004

Mindfulness is considered the heart of Buddhist meditation. But its essence is universal and of deep practical benefit to everyone. In Wherever You Go, There You Are, Jon Kabat-Zinn maps out a simple path for cultivating mindfulness in our lives, and awakening us to the unique beauty and possibilities of each present moment.

Since its first publication in 1994 (as Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners), this book has changed lived across the globe. This tenth anniversary edition of the original classic text, featuring a new afterword by the author, brings this wonderful book with an even larger audience.

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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Piatkus; New Ed edition (26 Aug 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0749925485
  • ISBN-13: 978-0749925482
  • Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 2.4 x 21.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (51 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 536 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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This book shines with an exquisite simplicity and straightforwardness. Jon Kabat-Zinn is one of the best teachers of mindfulness you will ever meet (Jack Kornfield, Buddhist teacher and author )

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Jon Kabat-Zinn is the founder and former director of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusettes Medical Centre. He lives in the Boston area.
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87 of 89 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A gentle, secular guide to Being Here Now 18 Sep 1996
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
If you have ever wondered about meditaion and its possible
benefits to your hectic life, but have been put off
by its mystical, religious or paranormal associations
in the popular culture, author Jon Kabat-Zin offers a
gentle, secular introduction to the art of Being Here Now.
"Now" is the present moment in which, with mindfulness, we
can act with volition and not automaticity; to not simply
react robotically, but break the cause-and-effect chain of
external and internal stimuli. "Now" is where we can become
authentically ourselves, and marshal our full potential.
But focusing in the "Now", being aware without reacting,
without abstractly analyzing, takes practice. Kabat-Zin
shows us how to find our "Now" in the sensation of our
breathing, either during meditation practice or in a
mindful pause just before a meal. Then he shows us how
to carry mindfulnes into the activity of our daily lives,
so that we may find ourselves naturally proceding along
"The Way". Throughout, Kabat-Zin's narrative and personal
references are totally credible, evoking a surprisingly
accessible intimacy with the reader. You will enjoy and
benefit from this book even if you never sit on a pillow
to meditate, but you will gain even more if you do.
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76 of 79 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars An oasis in a turbulent world 19 July 2002
By Dr.
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A wonderful and practical book. Merely reading it brings a sense of calm and takes one away from the troubles of daily life. Puts everything into perspective. Should be a must for every one, the world would be a better place if it was.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars growth point for any of us 16 Mar 2010
By cerrig
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This man's work seems to me to be one of those growth points in human culture that don't crop up too often. He's making enormously beneficial mind-training techniques available to ordinary western(ised) people, without the cultural and religious associations of their origins, which can be very challenging for most of us. I mean, you don't have to be a Zen master to benefit from this!
What I like about his approach is that it is so simple and down-to-earth. It's not "alternative," it's here-and-now, everyday, (yet demanding.)
Seems to me if more westerners used his insights and techniques, not only would they feel better about themselves and their lives (I do, already)but the planet might be a safer place to live. Maybe that's pitching it a bit high - but give it a shot and see if you agree.
The book is beautifully lucid. I think most of us need some other additional regular guidance and structure to make mindfulness part of our everyday - well, I do, anyway - but more courses are springing up, and no doubt the CDs help.
But it's not a magic bullet - it takes time and application, and in a funny way, it's quite hard work. And I think it's worth getting into it even if you are not depressed or in pain, ahead of the times when you have to face suffering, yours or someone else's - because it adds so much to ordinary life.
It has taught me to question and adapt or change some of my characteristic responses - or at least to start doing so - and that's not always comfortable. But it really is worth it.
If you're a sceptical rationalist like me, be reassured - this man isn't a freaky guru, he's a trained scientist, a genuine teacher. This isn't a cult. It won't claim to change your life in a flash. But if you give it a chance - it really will help, with a lot of - "stuff." And it can actually be very enjoyable.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
This is a really laid back easy to read and relate to book, on becoming more aware and mindful. A definite must for those of us who are open to the concept of life being our... Read more
Published 9 days ago by Lorraine Austin
5.0 out of 5 stars just fab, read it, just be you
mindfulness is not magical, just taking care of yourself.
Well written and its for life

be with yourself, look after yourself, time for yourself.
Published 12 days ago by Mrs Jeannie Cusack
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this book
Very easy to read, and so true. I started applying this 'wherever you go, there you are' concept and it does make life easier.
Published 12 days ago by B. C. Matheus
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring reading.
Did an eight week mindfulness course and ordered this to continue the practice. Easy to read and dip in and out of with useful exercises and imagery. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lnw
5.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction
This is one of the best intriductions to meditation that I have read, keeping things simple, accessible and 'real'. Recommended
Published 1 month ago by AYdB
4.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking
I did not give this book 5 stars because it is very intense and some passages need to be re-read several times to understand them. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tech
5.0 out of 5 stars Wherever You Go, There You Are: Jon Kabat Zinn.
One of the most interesting books that I have read for a very long time.
If this appeals to you and you have never read Kabat - Zinn (or even heard of him) This is the one to... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dazza D
5.0 out of 5 stars A work of genius
As a newcomer to Mindfulness I had no idea what to expect from this book but it proved to be the perfect introduction to the subject. No less than life-changing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jon W
5.0 out of 5 stars Your beginner's guide to mindfulness meditation
Kabat-Zinn's book is now considered something of a classic amongst meditation practitioners, and rightly so. Read more
Published 5 months ago by simonphopkins@yahoo.com
5.0 out of 5 stars my review
I found this book very helpful for me at a tiome in my life where I was dealing with a lot of stress. Read more
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