Eastern Teaching

Why do smart, capable people still feel anxious, restless, or quietly unsatisfied—even when everything should be fine? It’s not because something’s wrong with you. It’s because no one ever handed you a clear, reliable map for dealing with life’s inner friction. This book is that map. The Four Noble Truths for Beginners: A Step-by-Step Introduction to Buddhist Wisdom takes the Buddha’s earliest, most powerful teaching and makes it usable—right now, in your life, just as it is. You don’t need incense, robes, or a spiritual retreat. You need practical tools that work when ...

There is a reason people still travel—physically or through pages—to the quiet slopes of Mount Athos. They are searching for something the modern world rarely gives: clarity, peace, and a life that feels anchored in truth. Saint Paisios of Mount Athos lived that life. In a century marked by war, exile, anxiety, and constant noise, he became a voice of uncommon simplicity and power. His words were not abstract theology. They were direct, practical, and often startlingly personal—cutting through confusion and speaking to the deepest struggles people carry today. Follow his journey from ...

In order to come to your senses, Alan Watts often said, you sometimes need to go out of your mind. Perhaps more than any other teacher in the West, this celebrated author, former Anglican priest, and self-described spiritual entertainer was responsible for igniting the passion of countless...

For over two millennia, the Lotus Sutra has been the cornerstone of Buddhist thought, guiding millions toward enlightenment and inner peace. Now, in a clear and captivating voice, Lotus Sutra for Beginners brings the timeless teachings of this sacred text to life for a modern audience. Whether you’re new to Buddhism or seeking deeper understanding, this book delivers the essence of the Lotus Sutra in a way that feels both profound and practical. Unlock the wisdom of the Buddha through the powerful parables of the Lotus Sutra. From the Burning House to the Jeweled Stupa, discover stories ...

Dive into the profound world of Theravada Buddhism for Beginners: Understanding the Core Teachings, a guide designed to unlock the timeless wisdom of an ancient tradition. This book is your companion on the journey to inner peace, clarity, and enlightenment. This comprehensive guide offers: Insightful Exploration: Discover the foundational teachings of Theravada Buddhism. Explore the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path, which form the bedrock of ethical living and spiritual growth. Practical Guidance: Learn how to incorporate meditation and mindfulness into your daily life. This ...

As featured in the Ram Dass documentary film Becoming Nobody, five essential live teaching sessions on audio, presented here in their entirety The game is not about becoming somebody, it’s about becoming nobody. —Ram Dass If you’re a spiritual explorer of any age or tradition, chances are...

Alan Watts Explained: Eastern Wisdom, Nonduality, The Illusion of the Self, and the Art of Living Fully in the Present Moment Alan Watts Explained: Eastern Wisdom, Nonduality, The Illusion of the Self, and the Art of Living Fully in the Present Moment is a clear, in depth guide to one of the most influential spiritual thinkers of the twentieth century. Blending insights from Zen Buddhism, Taoism, and Hindu philosophy, Alan Watts helped millions of Western readers question the illusion of the separate self, rethink the nature of time, and rediscover the power of direct experience. This book ...

Most books about Taoism explain what the tradition says. This one shows how it actually works. For more than two thousand years, Taoist philosophy has offered a radically different answer to one of life's most persistent questions: how to act effectively in a complicated world. Not through constant effort, control, or force, but through alignment with the deeper patterns that shape reality itself. Yet today Taoism is widely misunderstood. The yin-yang symbol has become a decorative motif. Wu Wei is often reduced to "go with the flow." Passages from the Tao Te Ching appear on motivational ...

This program is read by the author Bruce Lee’s daughter illuminates her father’s most powerful life philosophies—demonstrating how martial arts are a perfect metaphor for personal growth, and how we can practice those teachings every day. "Empty your mind; be formless, shapeless like water...

HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA REVEALS THE KEY TO ACHIEVING HAPPINESS AND A MEANINGFUL LIFE. In How to See Yourself as You Really Are, the world's foremost Buddhist leader teaches listeners how to recognize and dispel misguided notions of self and embrace the world from a more realistic -- and...

In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipatthanas) are "the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha (suffering) and discontent, for acquiring the true method, for the...

In A Trackless Path renowned translator and teacher Ken McLeod offers a beautiful and evocative translation and commentary of one of the many poems that the 18th century Tibetan mystic Jigmé Lingpa wrote on the practice of Dzogchen, one of the great wisdom traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. McLeod makes this ancient poem relevant and accessible to today's seeker.

In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipat­t­hana) are "the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha (suffering) and discontent, for acquiring the true method, for the...

Unlock a world of wisdom, energy, and transformation with Falun Gong for Beginners: An Introduction to Energy, Movement, and Philosophy. This is more than a book—it’s an invitation to discover a life of balance, resilience, and profound spiritual growth. Are you ready to explore the ancient practice that has captivated millions worldwide? Transform Your Life with Core Values: Learn how truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance can reshape your mindset, improve your relationships, and help you navigate life with clarity and purpose. Experience the Power of Gentle Energy Movements: ...

We had been in India about two years, doing regular routine research work, when I met the Master known in these writings as Emil. While walking along a street in the city where we were staying, my attention was attracted to a crowd. I saw the center of interest was one of the street magicians, or fakirs, that are so common in that country. As I stood there I noticed beside me an elderly man who was not of the same caste as those about him. He looked at me and asked if I had been long in India.

He lived in a time when ideas could spark revolutions—or get you exiled. John of Damascus chose to write anyway. In a world split by empires, threatened by heresy, and shadowed by the rise of Islam, he didn’t retreat. He answered with logic, clarity, and conviction. And what he wrote still shapes how Christians worship, think, and speak about God today. He defended icons when the Church was ready to destroy them. He explained the Trinity in words so precise they’re still used in catechisms. He bridged Greek philosophy with Christian faith—centuries before the West caught up. He ...

The Final Volume in Joseph Goldstein’s Satipatthana Sutta Series In the words of the Buddha, the four foundations of mindfulness (the four satipatthanas) are “the direct path for the purification of beings, for the surmounting of sorrow and lamentation, for the disappearance of dukkha...

The inspirational teachings in this collection show that the real way of the warrior is based on compassion, wisdom, fearlessness, and love of nature. The teachings are drawn from the talks and writings of Morihei Ueshiba, founder of the popular Japanese martial art of Aikido, a mind-body discipline he called the "Art of Peace", which offers a nonviolent way to victory in the face of conflict. Ueshiba believed that Aikido principles could be applied to all the challenges we face in life.

Ram Dass Explained: Be Here Now, Spiritual Awakening, Mindfulness, Ego Transformation, Psychedelic Roots, Devotion, and the Path of Conscious Living is a clear, engaging, and deeply insightful guide to one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the modern era. From his early life as Harvard psychologist Richard Alpert to his transformation into Ram Dass after his journey to India, this book explores the experiences, teachings, and ideas that helped shape a generation’s understanding of consciousness, mindfulness, and spiritual growth. Readers will gain a comprehensive overview of ...

What would happen if you were to allow everything to be exactly as it is? If you gave up the need for control, and instead embraced the whole of your experience in each moment that arose? In the 14 years that he studied Zen Buddhism, Adyashanti found that most seasoned meditators had used the...