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5 out of 5 stars
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 656
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Life has a way of provoking us with traffic jams and computer malfunctions, with emotionally distant partners and crying children - and before we know it, we're upset. We feel terrible, and then we end up saying and doing things that only make matters worse. But it doesn't have to be that way, says Pema Chödrön. It is possible to relate constructively to the inevitable shocks, losses, and frustrations of life so that we can find true happiness. The key, Pema explains, is not biting the "hook" of our habitual responses.
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5 out of 5 stars
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always inspiring
- By Barbara J on 12-09-18
Editorial Reviews
The writings of 8th-century scholar Shantideva have long been classic texts for people seeking applicable ways to incorporate Buddhism into their daily lives. David Michie uses examples from his own life to make Shantideva's works more accessible to the listener, who can use Enlightenment to Go as a tool to combat the stresses of modern life. Nicholas Bell helps to make Michie's guidance warm and easy-to-follow with a calm and reassuring tone. His relaxed demeanor soothes the listener, who soon begins to realize that Shantideva's teachings are as relevant today as they were centuries ago.
Publisher's Summary
For the past thirty years the Dalai Lama has consistently recommended Shantideva’s A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life as essential reading for those interested in applying Buddhist philosophy to daily life. In Enlightenment to Go, David Michie provides a lively and accessible guide to ‘the best of’ Shantideva. Sharing his enthusiasm for Shantideva’s radical insights, life-changing psychological tools and transcendent wisdom, he draws on a wide variety of scientific sources – from mindfulness training to cognitive behaviour therapy, from neuropsychology to quantum physics – to show how Shantideva’s Guide is as relevant as ever.
Whether you are a newcomer to Buddhism or a seasoned practitioner, Enlightenment to Go offers a glimpse of a radiantly different reality – and a beautiful illumination of why the Dalai Lama recommends Shantideva’s Guide above all others.
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-20-16
Feeling Enlightened!
If you could sum up Enlightenment to Go in three words, what would they be?
Interesting, informative, enlightening!
Who was your favorite character and why?
This isn't a story
Which character – as performed by Nicholas Bell – was your favourite?
This isn't a story
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No spent over a few weeks and re listening to certain points of information
Any additional comments?
Excellent book for those on a spiritual journey
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- Deborah Forde Catwell
- 04-29-19
Very informative and educational
All you need to know about becoming buddist or just interested in learning about the Buddist way of life. A loylt more informative than I expected and good to have a note book and pen handy when listening too to make notes. That's the only thing about Audible books I do not like as cannot just flick back through the pages. Would highly recommend this book.
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- Penny
- 01-05-19
Life changing
David Michie is fast becoming my favourite audible author! After reading Buddhism for Busy People and now this, I’m encouraged and inspired to live my life by Buddhism in as many ways as I can. I just love his real life, honest take and interpretation on the Dharma and his various teachers and Lamas. I high recommend if you want to discover more about Buddhism and it’s principal and practical applications to your life to help make you happier overall.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-08-17
amazing book
I feel I need to listen again! So much amazing insight, the book took me on a real inner journey with lots of self-reflection. Highly recommend for a more in depth but accessible introduction to Buddhist perception.
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- kathyadi
- 12-03-16
great listening
a must for anyone wanting to know more about Buddhism second one is have read from. this author
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- mellowreader
- 07-27-19
A Wonderful Book
I am reading this book for the second time. It is engrossing, full of wisdom on how to live life with less stress and more contentment and insight. David Michie is a pleasure to listen to as he talks about the philosophy of Buddhism.