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An Open Heart: Practicing Compassion in Everyday Life

by Dalai Lama XIV · 2001

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How does one actually become a compassionate person? What are the mechanisms by which a selfish heart is transformed into a generous heart? The Dalai Lama's teachings on this essential subject, drawn from talks he delivered during his epochal visit to America in 1999, form the basis of this universally appealing book.Author Biography: His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, was recognized at the age of two as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama. As Tibet's leader-in-exile, he has worked tirelessly not only on behalf of the Tibetan people, but as a voice for human rights worldwide.

Subject
self-helpphilosophypsychologyhealthhistory
Themes
spiritualityBuddhismreligionphilosophy
Mood
inspirationalfeel good
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 208 pages

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