{"product_id":"start-here-start-now-a-short-guide-to-mindfulness-meditation-paperback","title":"Start Here, Start Now: A Short Guide to Mindfulness Meditation - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBhante Gunaratana\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA new book distilling Wisdom's definitive masterpiece on mindfulness and all-time bestseller, \u003ci\u003eMindfulness in Plain English\u003c\/i\u003e, down to a pocket-sized guide with everything you need to get started practicing mindfulness right now.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn a clear, friendly voice, this concise collection of beloved and renowned meditation master Bhante G's bestselling instructions will teach you everything you need to know to start--and maintain!--your mindfulness meditation practice. The book includes practical advice on\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e What to do with the body and mind in meditation; \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e What to do when the mind wanders and how to work with distraction; How to deal with physical discomfort in meditation; How to overcome drowsiness, boredom, and inability to concentrate; How to work with fear and agitation, judgments, and self-criticism; How to avoid trying too hard, expecting too much, or getting discouraged; 11 common misconceptions about meditation; 10 tips for effective practice; and how to get the most out of your practice. \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBhante Gunaratana was ordained at the age of twelve as a Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka, earned his PhD in philosophy from The American University, and has led meditation retreats, taught Buddhism, and lectured widely throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. He's the bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eMindfulness in Plain English, Loving-Kindness in Plain English, \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness\u003c\/i\u003e--and numerous other books.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 6.9 x 4.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 05, 2019\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42151790936199,"sku":"9781614296270","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/aeeae2befa35fb88d56ea0f390a9fd9d.webp?v=1733209661","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/start-here-start-now-a-short-guide-to-mindfulness-meditation-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}