Attention Meditation

Meditation offers, in addition to its many other benefits, a method for achieving previously inconceivable levels of concentration. Author B. Alan Wallace has nearly 30 years' practice in attention-enhancing meditation, including a retreat he performed under the guidance of the Dalai Lama. An active participant in the much-publicized dialogues between Buddhists and scientists, Alan is uniquely qualified to speak intelligently to both camps, and The Attention Revolution is the definitive presentation of his knowledge.

Find quiet reflective moments in your life—and reduce your stress levels drastically—with this classic bestselling guide updated and featuring a new introduction and afterword. When Wherever You Go, There You Are was first published in 1994, no one could have predicted that the book would...

Welcome to a master class in mindfulness. Jon Kabat-Zinn is regarded as "one of the finest teachers of mindfulness you'll ever encounter" (Jack Kornfield). He has been teaching the tangible benefits of meditation in the mainstream for decades. Today, millions of people around the world have...

Physician-researcher Dr. Lidia Zylowska has created an 8-step program for using mindfulness practice (attention and awareness training) to overcome the symptoms of ADHD. The program includes practices such as sitting meditation, body awareness, thoughtful speaking and listening, development of self-acceptance, mindful self-coaching, cultivation of a balanced view of thoughts and emotions, and more.

Dive into five hours of guided meditations that are all about boosting your focus, clearing up your mind, and helping you stay attentive for longer. Welcome to Peaceful Valley Institute. We're passionate about crafting meditation and hypnosis sessions that are designed to give your mind a little extra push, making you think more clearly and sharply.

Harness the power of your nervous system to support healthy relationships and personal well-being. Why is it that when you have a tense conversation with a boss, coworker, or partner, you feel like you’re staring down a charging rhinoceros? How is it that both situations cause a...

Blending Buddhism and psychotherapy, acclaimed psychiatrist Mark Epstein shows how to radically transform your emotional life. “One of the most sophisticated integrations of the therapeutic and spiritual disciplines.” —New York Times Today, the benefits of meditation practices like...

Seven advanced visualizations utilize ancient Taoist imagery to build self-awareness, unity of mind and body, and ultimately: enlightenment. Although healing with imagery is relatively new to the West, its use in China dates back to Taoist texts from the third century BCE. We learn that these...

The life you want is in reach, if only you can master the power of focus Anxiety, stress, worry, and fear—these are the mental maladies that literally plague us, contributing not only to our growing unhappiness, but also to physical ailments such as heart disease and obesity when left...

Find your voice, speak your truth, listen deeply—a guide to more meaningful and mindful conversations. We spend so much of our lives talking to each other, but how much are we simply running on automatic—relying on old habits and hoping for the best? Are we able to truly hear others and...

Instant New York Times Bestseller A simple, straightforward exploration of Transcendental Meditation and its benefits from world authority Bob Roth. Oprah Winfrey and Jerry Seinfeld. Ray Dalio and Ellen DeGeneres. Gwyneth Paltrow and Howard Stern. Tom Hanks and Gisele Bündchen. What do they...

What if the secret of a transformed life were not in what you do, but in becoming what you already are? Inside every human being, hidden behind the veils of daily habit and outer identity, lives a divine I-Am—the veritable self, the inner sun, the seed of light that dwells inside the soul. In this clear and direct teaching, a master writing from inside the living Essene tradition reveals: — Three keys to a higher life. How concentration, attention and awakening break the wheel of unconscious habit and open the door of the eternal present. — The four phases of perfect concentration. ...

Struggling with focus, procrastination, or feeling overwhelmed? These 10 guided meditations are specifically designed for individuals with ADHD, helping you find clarity, cultivate mindfulness, and unlock your full potential. Through gentle guidance and practical techniques, each session offers tools to quiet your mind, boost concentration, and create a sense of calm.

A must-read action plan to reclaim your focus, direct your attention, and save your mind in an era of endless distraction. "An essential read for our distracted times.” -Mark Hyman, MD, author of #1 New York Times bestseller, Young Forever Our brains are wired for focus. We are designed for it...

Your breath is a gateway to the vastness of the universe—and the path to your highest fulfillment. This is the premise behind Your Breathing Body, a landmark two-volume breathwork curriculum from esteemed meditation teacher and Tibetan Buddhist scholar Reggie Ray. Volume One presents a 10-CD...

Navigating the tumultuous waters of childhood or adult ADHD is no small feat! The world sometimes seems to be brimming with a cacophony of distractions and unrelenting calls for our attention, and the pursuit of inner tranquility and unwavering focus appears as an impossible dream. From imbibing excessive stimulants to rein in the wild horses of our thoughts, to engaging in the relentless art of multitasking, we've tried it all. Yet, the restlessness persists, and the ADHD monster continues to rear its unruly head. But here is an audacious notion: What if the very antidote to taming this ...

Jhanas in a Nutshell: Your Practical Guide to Deep Meditative Absorption, Bliss and Inner Stillness Discover the hidden capacity of your own mind — joy, serenity, and clarity beyond distraction. For over 2,500 years, the Buddhist tradition has described the jhanas — states of deep meditative absorption where the mind rests in luminous stillness and bliss arises naturally. Far from being mystical or unattainable, these profound states are accessible to anyone willing to train their attention and cultivate inner calm. Jhanas in a Nutshell takes you step by step through this transformative...

Ken Cohen, one of the West's leading authorities on the Tao, leads you into the flow of zuowang, a meditation for releasing your thoughts into the universal flow of qi, entering its stream, and experiencing the unexpected fullness of "effortless emptiness." Sounds True Practices are short...

Discover how mindfulness can help you with healing. More than twenty years ago, Jon Kabat-Zinn showed us the value of cultivating greater awareness in everyday life with his now-classic introduction to mindfulness, Wherever You Go, There You Are. Now, in TheHealing Power of Mindfulness, he...

Feel calmer, think clearer, live more present—without adding more to your to‑do list. Breathe and Be gives busy people short, science‑backed mindfulness practices that fit into just 5–20 minutes a day. Learn to quiet mental chatter, reduce stress, and bring more awareness to everyday moments—no experience or big schedule changes required. If you’re ready to slow down and reclaim clarity in real life, this is your simple, practical starting point.