The Ordinary Magic of Meditation

<b>Discover practical tools and insight for integrating spiritual practice into your daily routine, with guidance from 35 well-known authors and artists.<br><br></b> This inspiring book, edited by John Welwood, reveals how the simple practice of mindfulness can be a magical and transformative part of anyone’s daily life. Meditation and spiritual practice are often perceived as separate from everyday life, demanding time and effort beyond our usual routines. <i>Ordinary Magic of Meditation</i> demonstrates the opposite of this misconception. Featuring thirty-five wide-ranging essays written by well-known spiritual teachers, therapists, and creative artists, this extensive collection shows:<br><br><ul><li>How learning to focus awareness can bring a new richness to ordinary activities;</li></ul><ul><li>How mindfulness can heighten creative pursuits such as painting, journal writing, or playing music;</li></ul><ul><li>How contemplative awareness enhances both physical and psychological well-being;</li></ul><ul><li>And how meditation can contribute to better relationships with family, community, and the world at large.<br><br></li></ul>Learn to see the world with new eyes, as leading figures like Pema Chödrön, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Jack Kornfield share their secrets for embracing the magic of the mundane.