The Buddha Walks into a Bar...

A Guide to Life for a New Generation

By: Lodro Rinzler

Narrated by: Lodro Rinzler

This isn’t your grandmother’s book on meditation. It’s about integrating that "spiritual practice" thing into a life that includes beer, sex, and a boss who doesn’t understand you. It’s about making a difference in yourself and making a difference in your world - whether you’ve got everything figured out yet or not. Lodro Rinzler is a bright and funny young teacher with a knack for showing how the Buddhist teachings can have a positive impact on every little nook and cranny of your life - whether you’re interested in being a Buddhist or not.

©2012 Lodro Rinzler (P)2014 Audible Inc.

Enlightening

This is a great intro to meditation practice and what it can do for you. While some of the topics in the book are clearly aimed towards the 20-something crowd, I was able to identify with them from the vantage point of a 40-something.

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone looking to find ways to reduce stress and be more present in their life. I've already started using this in my daily life to be more mindful.

very eye-opening and life-affirming

Mr. Rinzler writes an authentic and soulful take on Buddhism in the modern era for a modern person. He allows us to take a look inside and see the inherent goodness.

Very Good and Helpful Book.

I really liked the way the author explained concepts that are thousands of years old. The book is fresh, entertaining, and helpful. I love the sincerity of the author. I'm a psychologist and always want to verify that the book is psychologically sound. In deed it is. I liked that the author read the audio version. However, he frequently read too fast as if trying to get through. I turned the speed down to 90% and resolved this issue. This is a really nice book.

Great for beginners...and experts.

Enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the narrator who, though obviously not a professional narrator, did a wonderful and caring job - I found his slight hesitations and lack of polish charming at times. This book was brilliant in translating advance concepts for everyday Americans in contemporary society. Having read many 'advanced' books on Buddhism, I still found this book informative even though it was directed towards beginners.

Do Yourself a Favor

Set the playback speed to .80 or .85. It will make a world of difference. I simply could not process the spiritual and practical teachings of this book at the clipped rate the author originally narrates. Once I slowed it down, I could listen and absorb the content.