Mr David S Webb: I read this book and it truly lifted me out of a depression that I'd been stuck in for several years. All of the words seemed to strike me in a way that felt like "of course, I should have known that" or "I used to know that but I'd forgotten it".
I felt like it put me on a good path. The Dalai Lama has wisdom we can all learn from.
United Kingdom on Oct 11, 2022
Cindy: I read have read this book again and again and the wisdom is never ending. Highly recommend the book for those looking to understand how to build compassion within oneself
United States on Mar 03, 2021
Jude: Delivered on time and in good condition.
Canada on Feb 16, 2021
Amazon Customer: Good condition, very happy with the purchase.
United Kingdom on Aug 30, 2020
Heather Marie: I first read this book in 2002 as I was heading into a divorce. I was devastated...suffering. I can't remember how this book wound up in my hands, but it spoke to my soul. I was able to acknowledge my own suffering, and even identify the root cause of it. When I had that down, my focus turned to compassion. Once I began to practice this I felt immediate and sincere solace. I could even forgive and feel compassion for my ex, who had broke my heart into pieces. I believe this is the only way to ease our suffering...by feeling compassion for others. I have to keep coming back to this book to remind myself of this. I continually buy new copies because I give mine away all the time. Passing on the love. There's no other book I'd recommend more. If you are hurting, for any reason, read this book. If you are angry, for any reason, read this book. If you are happy and content, read this book. Pass it on and on. This is the message to spread. This is the weapon we have against our dark side (fear, suffering, anger, jealousy, war...etc): love and compassion.
United States on Aug 23, 2017
Vindra Kalloo-Migue: I have read a few books on Compassion, some by the Dalai Lama and others by different authors. This one is really in layman's language making reading and understanding very simple.
I love this book, the teaching and the practicing of mindfulness along with mediation have always held my interest though i have not really been good at mediating. All these nonetheless, helps one to understand better the meaning of compassion.
United Kingdom on Jul 25, 2017
Clutter Hater: This is such a sweet book; so full of knowledge and advice. Things we already know but somehow lose as we muddle along in our daily lives. I have sent this took to friends. Some are too busy to read it. So there you have it. But I have my copy. Re-read some sections sometimes.
United States on Jun 27, 2015
Robert W. Smith: This book is essentially a transcription of his speech in NYC over several days. It does not include material from his speech at Central Park. The speech was organized by the Richard Gere (yes him) Foundation. His Holiness the Dalia Lama spoke for several days to a packed audience. One previous reviewer noted that the book was disorganized - it was, well, organized to be a presentation and it was excellent at that. If you've read several of these shorter texts by him, you'll notice quiet a bit of repetition. That's natural. However, on my salary, I'll let my guru repeat and re-repeat at no financial cost to me. He provides an outstanding overview of Buddhism and the Dharma. He discussed such topics as emptiness and compassion. Suggestions for meditation were sort of generic - i mean how do you teach meditation to 3,000 of your closest friends? The presentation / book nicely balances the desire to provide detail for advanced students and a general overview for the novice. In his words I can see him, his charism shine through! That in itself is awesome! If you've read a few of his shorter books, you might simply borrow this from the library or another traveler. If you haven't, this...
United States on Sep 23, 2011
Todd Buster Paris: Great Subject Matter - Hard Read
I dig the Dalai Lama so much - even seeing his smiling face on the cover of this book fills me with joy and brings a smile to my face - I just find him so hard to read.
The content and subject matter is great. There is so much in this book and it's always a moving experience reading the Dalai Lama's words
The focal point is about opening your heart and practicing compassion in your everyday life - and calm abiding.
This is a great book, warm and comforting - my only complaint is that it is difficult to read.
United States on Mar 19, 2004
| Unlock Your Compassion: A Guide to Practicing Kindness in Everyday Life | Awaken Your Inner Kitten: A Guide to the Dalai Lama's Cat Teachings | A Mother's Journey Through Grief, Healing, and Hope: Between the Mountain and the Sky | |
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| Sale off | $7 OFF | $14 OFF | |
| Total Reviews | 7 reviews | 73 reviews | 21 reviews |
| Item Weight | 7.5 ounces | 12.8 ounces | 14.4 ounces |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6/5 stars of 309 ratings | 4.9/5 stars of 183 ratings | 4.7/5 stars of 318 ratings |
| Tibetan Buddhism (Books) | Tibetan Buddhism | ||
| ISBN-10 | 0316930938 | 0648866548 | 0785240284 |
| Religious Philosophy (Books) | Religious Philosophy | ||
| Paperback | 208 pages | 282 pages | |
| Publisher | Back Bay Books; Reprint edition | Conch Books | Harper Horizon |
| Religion & Philosophy (Books) | Religion & Philosophy | ||
| Language | English | English | English |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.52 x 8.25 inches | 5.5 x 0.71 x 8.5 inches | 6.45 x 1.1 x 9.35 inches |
| Best Sellers Rank | #326 in Tibetan Buddhism #450 in Religion & Philosophy #636 in Religious Philosophy | #13 in Dalai Lama#184 in Metaphysical & Visionary Fiction #3,510 in Religious Literature & Fiction | #20 in Philanthropy & Charity #37 in Adoption #2,115 in Memoirs |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0316930932 | 978-0648866541 | 978-0785240280 |
This book explores the value of practicing compassion in daily life.
Definitely a great read.
Canada on Mar 23, 2023