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Mentioned in 17 episodes
A Path With Heart
A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life
Book • 1993
This book is a definitive guide to the practice of traditional mindfulness in America, particularly within the context of American Buddhism.
It covers a wide range of topics including the fundamentals of spiritual practice, the stages of insight, dealing with personal issues such as abuse and self-loathing, and the role of psychotherapy in spiritual growth.
Kornfield uses personal stories, practical techniques, and guided meditations to help readers navigate the complexities of spiritual life and achieve inner peace, wholeness, and understanding.
The book is designed to be a universal guide for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and live an authentic life.
It covers a wide range of topics including the fundamentals of spiritual practice, the stages of insight, dealing with personal issues such as abuse and self-loathing, and the role of psychotherapy in spiritual growth.
Kornfield uses personal stories, practical techniques, and guided meditations to help readers navigate the complexities of spiritual life and achieve inner peace, wholeness, and understanding.
The book is designed to be a universal guide for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual practice and live an authentic life.
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Mentioned in 17 episodes
Mentioned by
Tim Ferriss as a collection of books written by
Jack Kornfield on Buddhist teachings and practices.



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Mentioned by Willoughby Britton as the book that her father sent her after a childhood friend committed suicide.

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Mentioned by Cortland Dahl as one of the books that inspired him, but lacked a clear roadmap to Buddhism.

A Meditator's Guide to Buddhism with Cortland Dahl
Mentioned by Daniel Ingram as one of the early people trying to operationalize Buddhist stages of insight.

Emergent Phenomena with Daniel M. Ingram
Mentioned by Daniel Ingram in the context of differing views on the stages of insight and Kundalini.

Understanding the Categories of Insight, with Daniel Ingram
Mentioned by
Kristin Neff when discussing teachers who have written about mindfulness and compassion.


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Recommended by
Ralph De La Rosa as a foundational meditation manual, frequently referenced in his practice.


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