Publisher's Synopsis
Authentic and practical teachings on what lies at the heart of Tibetan Buddhism, including karma, renunciation, bodhichitta, kindness, preparing for death, and much more, from a fresh voice within the tradition. Discover thoughtful advice and applicable practices for following a genuine Buddhist path and living a meaningful life in this succinct book. This profoundly graspable introduction to the heart of Tibetan Buddhism comes from a fresh voice within the tradition who has a growing online teaching presence. Khenpo Sherab Sangpo studied for decades with some of modern history's greatest teachers in the Dzogchen lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, achieving impressive theoretical knowledge and experiential realization. This wide-ranging book offers easy-to-follow teachings and practices to cultivate a kind mind-bodhichitta-in order to enter and progress along the Buddhist path toward death, rebirth, and enlightenment. It is a book you will want to always keep with you to remind you how Buddhist wisdom can ground you in daily life and beyond-whether you're Buddhist or not. Included are: Guided meditations on love; compassion; forgiveness; the three precepts of body, speech, and mind; and more Guided practices of tonglen, phowa, vase breathing, and more Advice to handle difficult emotions in relationships like jealousy, loneliness, and attachment Teachings to develop love, kindness, and compassion for yourself and others Instructions to prepare you for death, rebirth, and enlightenment