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The free mind : finding clarity in a digitally distracted world / Dza Kilung Rinpoche ; edited by Brian Hodel ; illustrations by Janice Baragwanath.

Rinpoche, Kilung, (author.). Hodel, Brian, (editor.). Baragwanath, Janice, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Our engagement with digital technology connects us to people but can also cause anxiety, distraction, imbalance, and suffering. This book offers a unique Buddhist approach to develop a clear understanding of our inner lives and the world of digital communication to lessen our suffering and deepen our happiness. Dza Kilung Rinpoche, a respected contemporary Tibetan Buddhist teacher, skillfully addresses these widespread issues in modern life geared toward his Western students and readers. He offers straightforward Buddhist strategies and tools to clear away the distractive clutter that prevents us from advancing in our careers and relationships. The book also explores deeper issues like the nature of wisdom, question of karma, and importance of loving-kindess and compassion. The practices and meditations in this book will appeal to anyone who enjoys mindfulness apps like Ten Happier, Insight Timer, and Headspace. By calming our minds, we can clearly see the sources of our inner and outer problems and begin to work on them for the benefit of ourselves, others, and the earth"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781645473251
  • ISBN: 1645473252
  • Physical Description: viii, 200 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: Boulder, Colorado : Shambhala Publications, [2024]

Content descriptions

General Note:
Editor's preface / by Brian Hodel -- Under the spell of distraction -- Our digital lifestyle -- The tale of the monkey -- Learning to breathe easily -- The exploration of inner space: developing patience and openness -- Applying mindfulness in daily life -- The perfect app -- Happiness has its causes -- Going deeper -- The essence of happiness and suffering -- The mystery of interdependence -- The value of a spiritual path -- Wisdom -- Habitual patterns and karma -- Loving-kindness and compassion -- Ecology: inner and outer -- Appendix 1: Lung -- Appendix 2: Buddhism: a brief description.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Subject: Happiness > Religious aspects > Buddhism.
Buddhism > Essence, genius, nature.
Rnying-ma-pa (Sect) > Doctrines.

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