Publisher's Synopsis
The author of the book has been working with Mindfulness Meditation for many years and has written an authoritative fact-based book for beginners that includes everything that a reader needs to know about approaching Mindfulness for the first time. It includes all the health benefits, but it is not narrow-minded enough to make you think that Mindfulness is the answer in all circumstances. The book lays out the potential of Mindfulness Meditation as well as the following-The science behind Mindfulness Meditation-The drawbacks in some instances-The preparation you need to incorporate Mindfulness into your everyday activities-Exercises in Mindfulness using the senses-The theory behind Mindfulness-The history of its practice-Exercises for beginners and intermediate practitionersYou will also find physiological information that helps you to see what's happening to the brain while you meditate. There are human psychological needs that are explained in detail, and together with all of the chapters of the book, there is you - the person trying to learn Mindfulness Meditation. The author has not forgotten that there are pitfalls and that you are likely to make mistakes along the way. You will find ways to deal with these as you begin to take this journey into Mindfulness Meditation, as well as learning how to use breathing exercises to help you during the course of that learning. This is a complete guide giving you everything that you need in order to start. There are so many people suffering from stress as a result of today's world that it's time to address that stress at the roots, rather than trying to camouflage it with medication. Doctors are acknowledging the power of Mindfulness Meditation and are exploring it more as a direct result of what scientists have found.With this book as your guide, you get the complete picture. There is no bias toward any religious practices since Mindfulness Meditation embraces all people from all different backgrounds who can equally gain from the practice of Meditation. If you are looking for a complete guide, then you have come to the right place. I would suggest that you approach Mindfulness with an open mind and that you try the exercises given within the pages of the book. Find out what it can do to help you live a stress-free life where you are in control of the outcome of the events that unfold during the course of your life.As you read through the book, you will make progress little by little and be able to see the difference that Mindfulness Meditation makes to you and your loved ones. It's a worthwhile trek into the unknown, but one that will change your approach to life forever. Once you have learned the exercises within the book, you will be able to apply Mindfulness Meditation to your everyday life, and regardless of your own personal circumstances, you will be able to gain from experience. It is hoped that you will keep the book as your memory of being introduced to a life-changing practice that puts you in control of your emotional responses to all that life throws at you.I wish you well on this journey, and I hope that the book has been of use to you. There are many textbooks on the subject that you can read later if you wish, although this introduction does give you a good grounding in mindfulness meditation and should be sufficient for your immediate needs. In the world of stress, we have to find ways to conquer what's happening to the human mind through the onslaught of information that is passed through it on a daily basis. We have seen an increase in illnesses related to stress and anxiety, and indeed, it's time to address those issues. This book should help you to do just that.
