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Mentioned in 8 episodes
The Tibetan book of living and dying
Book • 1992
Written by Sogyal Rinpoche, 'The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying' is a profound guide on the Tibetan Buddhist approach to life, death, and what lies beyond.
The book provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation, the nature of mind, karma and rebirth, compassionate love, and care for the dying.
It explores themes such as the message of impermanence, the transformation of the mind through meditation, and the spiritual path in modern times.
The book also delves into the Tibetan Book of the Dead (Bardo Thodol) and offers practical advice on how to care for the dying and prepare for one's own death.
It has been widely praised for its comprehensive, practical, and wise approach to the interplay of life and death.
The book provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation, the nature of mind, karma and rebirth, compassionate love, and care for the dying.
It explores themes such as the message of impermanence, the transformation of the mind through meditation, and the spiritual path in modern times.
The book also delves into the Tibetan Book of the Dead (Bardo Thodol) and offers practical advice on how to care for the dying and prepare for one's own death.
It has been widely praised for its comprehensive, practical, and wise approach to the interplay of life and death.
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Mentioned in 8 episodes
Mentioned by
Joe Hudson as an example of a tradition that uses visualization of death to overcome the fear of death.


236 snips
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Mentioned by
Paul Chek in the context of comparing different cultural perspectives on death and the afterlife.


EP 327 — Mark Gober: An End to Upside Down Everything!
Mentioned by Alison Carman as a source for an exercise to help children cope with stress and uncertainty.

2397: Helping Our Children Feel Less Stressed and Worried About Their Future by Allison Carmen on Reducing Anxiety
Mentioned by Alan Lightman as a potential choice for his last book, focusing on preparing for death.

693 Understanding the Wonders of Nature (with Alan Lightman) | My Last Book with Alan Lightman
Mentioned by
Diana Winston as a book she read during a challenging time in her Buddhist nun experience in Burma.


Type A Nun, Mindful Parenting, and Natural Awareness, Diana Winston