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Open Heart, Clear Mind: An Introduction to the Buddha's Teachings

This practical introduction to Buddhism focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Thubten Chodron, an American Buddhist nun, presents the basic points of this path for understanding ourselves and improving the quality of our lives. In a straightforward style and with warmth and humor, Chodron gives us the fundamental points of the Buddha's teaching on transforming habitual attitudes and realizing our full human potential.

Subject
self-helpphilosophy
Themes
buddhismspiritualityreligion
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 224 pages

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