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Mentioned in 6 episodes
Going to pieces without falling apart
Book • 1998
In this book, Mark Epstein argues that happiness does not come from material or psychological acquisitiveness but from letting go.
He weaves together the wisdom of Buddhism and Western psychotherapy to illustrate how balancing the ego's need to do with our inherent capacity to be is crucial for achieving happiness.
Epstein encourages readers to relax the ever-vigilant mind and relinquish control to experience freedom and a more peaceful, spiritually satisfying life.
The book draws on events from his own life and stories from his patients to teach the importance of self-acceptance and the benefits of meditation in achieving this balance.
He weaves together the wisdom of Buddhism and Western psychotherapy to illustrate how balancing the ego's need to do with our inherent capacity to be is crucial for achieving happiness.
Epstein encourages readers to relax the ever-vigilant mind and relinquish control to experience freedom and a more peaceful, spiritually satisfying life.
The book draws on events from his own life and stories from his patients to teach the importance of self-acceptance and the benefits of meditation in achieving this balance.
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Mentioned in 6 episodes
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Dan Harris as one of 
Mark Epstein 's books exploring the intersection of Buddhism and psychotherapy.
Dan Harris as one of Mark Epstein 's books exploring the intersection of Buddhism and psychotherapy.
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Joseph Goldstein + Mark Epstein On: How To Handle Unwanted Experiences, How Not To Waste Your Suffering & The Overlap Between Buddhism + Therapy
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Clay Skipper as a source of inspiration for his approach to self-acceptance and taking life less seriously.
Clay Skipper as a source of inspiration for his approach to self-acceptance and taking life less seriously.
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098 - Farewell, 2024: The Year's Best Tools, Lessons, Performances, & Books
Mentioned by Dan Harris as the author of "Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart", a book that introduced Dan to Buddhism.
Dan Harris as the author of "Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart", a book that introduced Dan to Buddhism.
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Dr. Mark Epstein On: How To Transform Your Neuroses Into “Little Shmoos”
Mentioned by Dan Harris as a book that discusses the overlap between Buddhism and psychology, and the use of juggling as a tool for meditation.
Dan Harris as a book that discusses the overlap between Buddhism and psychology, and the use of juggling as a tool for meditation.
Patrick Dempsey, Meditation: The Secret to His Success
