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Patience: The Art Of Peaceful Living (2012)

by Allan Lokos(Favorite Author)

3.82 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

1585429007 (ISBN13: 9781585429004)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Tarcher

review 1: This is another book I came across "accidently on purpose," meaning I stumbled across it at the library when I wasn't really looking for anything. As usual. it turned out to be the right book at Just the right time. I'd recommend the book to anyone really. For me it resonated well because I've been more devoted to my yoga practice, learning meditation and guiding my family more mindfully. Therefore much of what the author wrote about in the book dovetailed with another current frame of reference. I personally found his discussion on "not-self" and tempering anger interesting. I didn't find the suggested activities particularly helpful, but maybe because they seemed very basic to me. They were things I'd already put to practice or done as I first began shifting to a more m... moreindful lifestyle. I liked the author's writing style. It made it a quick read and it was easy to understand. It doesn't go hugely in depth into concepts, but it does cover enough for one to truly put patience to practice. I know reading the book brought me greater awareness about aspects of my own approach to my life and ways in which a shift in thinking could benefit me. I can't speak to whether the book would be as valuable a read for you. I suppose it depends on what your goals are. I'm am seeking a path of mindfulness so maybe that influences my appreciation of it, however, I do believe it's a good book for the general population.
review 2: Wasn't feeling particularly patient when reading this, which almost had me laughing. This book takes the reader through various parts of our lives, e.g., work, family, etc. and presents a mindful, Buddhist approach for cultivating patience in ordinary situations. Thoughtful reminder about staying in the present and using stressful situations to learn more about ourselves and others. Easy to read in short bits. less

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