Includes bibliographical references (pages 232-237) and index.
pt. 1. Refining the attention: Mindfulness of breathing -- Settling the mind in its natural state -- The awareness of being aware -- pt. 2. Insight through mindfulness: Mindfulness of the body -- Mindfulness of the feelings -- Mindfulness of the mind -- Mindfulness of phenomena -- pt. 3. Cultivating a good heart: Loving-kindness -- Compassion -- Empathetic joy and equanimity -- pt. 4. Exploring the nature of consciousness: Bodhichitta-the spirit of awakening -- Daytime dream yoga -- Nighttime dream yoga -- The great perfection.
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Alan Wallace, scholar and longtime Buddhist practitioner, helps you embrace the joy within through the unique power of meditation. He describes a range of Tibetan meditation techniques from the simplest mindfulness of breathing to the exalted methods of Dzogchen. This book outlines the five essential Tibetan meditations that will help you achieve greater happiness.