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Buddhist Boot Camp

By: Timber Hawkeye
Narrated by: Timber Hawkeye
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Publisher's summary

Buddhism is all about training the mind, and boot camp is an ideal training method for this generation's short attention span. The chapters in this audiobook can be listened in any order, and are simple and easy to understand. Each story, inspirational quote, and teaching offers mindfulness-enhancing techniques that anyone can relate to. You don't need to be a Buddhist to find the Buddha's teachings motivational. As the Dalai Lama says, "Don't try to use what you learn from Buddhism to be a Buddhist; use it to be a better whatever-you-already-are."

So whether it's Mother Teresa's acts of charity, Gandhi's perseverance, or your aunt Betty's calm demeanor, as long as you're motivated to be better today than you were yesterday, it doesn't matter who inspires you. Regardless of religion, geographical region, race, ethnicity, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, flexibility, or vulnerability, if you do good you feel good, and if you do bad you feel bad.

Buddhism isn't just about meditating. It's about rolling up your sleeves to relieve some of the suffering in the world. If you are ready to be a soldier of peace in the army of love, welcome to Buddhist Boot Camp!

©2013 Timber Hawkeye (P)2013 HarperCollins Publishers

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Simply and profound

I was told by a friend I would love this book, and really this is a great start to a new lifestyle for me. It could be applied to anyone. Very happy with it and plan to listen again.

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Hallmark Card version of Buddhism

This seemed to be someone reading a PowerPoint of all the cliches they've ever heard. There was no meat to the discussion. Very superficial.

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Game changer

Loved it! I have re-listened at least a dozen times, and have recommended it to all of my friends, family, and health coaching clients. I don't consider myself a Buddhist, but I apply the principles I've learned from this book to my life daily.

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Chicken soup for the soul!

All good stuff. Good reminders. Many favorite quotes. Will read again! Be kind. Be grateful. In good we trust! Namaste.

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Little Gem

I was hesitant about purchasing this audiobook so glad I did what a little golden gem it is. It’s not about religion or trying to get you to follow anything religions. To me the book was about being true to you yourself. There are lots of lovely quotes and examples of everyday living, its common sense and easy to follow. I felt so in tune with this book I was even finishing his sentence. The author’s narration is excellent. All I can say is Namaste.

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Excellent book

Buddhism described in a simple manner. (Is there a better way to describe such a subject?) I can apply these to my life. And already am now, thanks to the time it takes to read a book. And I see changes happening. Good changes in my life. Thank you, Timber Hawkeye!

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AWESOME!!!!

Where does Buddhist Boot Camp rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

By far the best.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Buddhist Boot Camp?

The story about cooking eggs for the kids

What about Timber Hawkeye’s performance did you like?

Not complicated or overly wordy. Simple, PRACTICAL, precise, logical... Very well done.

Any additional comments?

A must for everyone, Buddhist or not.

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Just bad

This book is so shallow. It touches on so many different elements of self help but describes none of them well enough. It's so scattered with no real narrative.

It sounds like it's written by someone who high on ecstasy. Well meaning, high emotion, but no substance.

If you're looking for mindfulness get the Power of Now or 10% Happier.

Don't bother with this.

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life changing simplicity

What a wonderful, easily understood and life changing book! I'm already feeling worlds happier.

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Short but sweet

This book doesn't go into great depth. However I found it entertaining and informative nonetheless.

I'd definitely listen to it again....

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