Zen Art

Step into the riveting world of Chinese martial arts with the gripping new eBook, "From Shaolin to Wushu." Immerse yourself in the rich heritage, philosophy, and techniques that have shaped this historic form of combat. This comprehensive guide promises a captivating journey, mapped out meticulously over 25 chapters, focusing on the art, evolution, culture, and global impact of Chinese martial arts. This compelling narrative reveals the intriguing origins of martial arts, delving into the hidden depths of the legendary Shaolin Temple. Readers will be enlightened with the profound ...

An entertaining and insightful examination of the Emmy-award winning American satirical news show, broadcast on Comedy Central in the US, and (in an edited edition) on More4 in the UK and CNN International around the world.

Start your journey to a more mindful life with this essential 30-day guide to learning and mastering the art of mindfulness meditation. With day by day guidance and effortless exercises, this book will help you become familiar with the basics of mindfulness meditation, learn how to bring greater awareness into your daily life, and find peace and balance in just one month. Start your journey today and experience the life-changing effects of mindfulness! Enjoy!

Howard Fast began to formally practice Zen meditation after turning away from communism in 1956. The Art of Zen Meditation, originally published by the antiwar political collective Peace Press, in 1977, is the fruit of Fast’s study: a brief and instructive history of Zen Buddhism and its tenets, written with a simplicity that is emblematic of the philosophy itself. Fast’s study of Zen also inspired his popular Masao Masuto mystery series about a Zen Buddhist detective in Beverly Hills.

From the author of Katie McGuire, Vampire: Kenny has two problems. First, he’s a Reset, which means that whenever someone murders him, he wakes up on the morning of his dying day to start all over again. Which might sound like a pretty awesome superpower, but it’s actually super sucky because he’ll eventually die of cancer or old age, after which point he'll just keep reliving his agonizing dying day forever. His second problem is people keep murdering him. So he teams up with another Reset and they storm the lab where it all began in an effort to undo this unordinary death disorder. ...

Servant Leadership (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Servant_leadership) is an evolutionary leap in facilitating people, places and things to perform at peak. In an ever-evolving world, leadership has transformed from a traditional top-down approach to a dynamic philosophy that embraces authenticity, empathy, and holistic growth. "Navigating Holistic Growth: The Servant Leader's Guide" is a roadmap to unleashing the power of servant leadership and propelling your organization towards remarkable success. Unlocking Potential Through Servant Leadership: Embark on a transformative journey that ...

Do you feel overwhelmed by your inability to write? Struggling with anxiety about meeting up with your daily writing goals? Or would you like to stop worrying but rather do something about it? Or do you want to learn how to write like a pro? The truth is...We all experience the occasional negative thought when we can’t seem to put our words down like we want to. But if you always feel overwhelmed, then you need to closely examine your writing techniques. The solution is to practice specific writing techniques that help you be more creative. With these techniques and habits, you'll have ...

Thich Nhat Hanh illuminates the path to peace through practices of gratitude and daily affirmations, including a "peace treaty" and the "diet for a mindful society". Practical and highly accessible, Touching Peace: Practising the Art of Mindful Living is an essential guide for mindful living in today’s world.

On the 50th anniversary of Robert Pirsig’s classic Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, John Zdanowski, a six-time $100 million business builder, applies the Metaphysics of Quality to inspire and empower the entrepreneur in each of us to create something from nothing. Blending personal anecdotes, business case studies, simple diagrams, and philosophical poetry to convey the deep meaning of complicated subjects …so you get it.

Composer John Cage sought the silence of a mind at peace with itself - and found it in Zen Buddhism, a spiritual path that changed both his music and his view of the universe. "Remarkably researched, exquisitely written", Where the Heart Beats weaves together "a great many threads of cultural history" (Maria Popova, Brain Pickings) to illuminate Cage’s struggle to accept himself and his relationship with choreographer Merce Cunningham. Freed to be his own man, Cage originated exciting experiments that set him at the epicenter of a new avant-garde forming in the 1950s.

Take a transformative journey to a deeper level of connection, and discover how to train animals through compassionate wisdom… In Mindful Partners: The Zen art and science of working with animals, Dr. Jenifer A. Zeligs teaches pet owners and animal care professionals how to fulfill their dreams of being like Dr. Dolittle, able to speak joyfully with animals. Dr. Zeligs combines breakthroughs in behavioral sciences with centuries of contemplative wisdom, revealing deep insight into behavior. This is the “Zen” of her approach—not only to teach students what to do, but especially to ...

Dive into the exquisite world of Ikebana with "Blossoms and Balance," an insightful eBook that unveils the beauty and discipline of Japanese floral art for enthusiasts and novices alike. Through a rich tapestry of chapters, readers will find themselves immersed in the nuanced history, spirituality, and sophisticated principles that turn simple blooms into a form of silent poetry. At the heart of Ikebana, discover how each petal, branch, and leaf holds a universe of symbolism waiting to be unlocked. "Blossoms and Balance" guides you through the language of flowers, revealing how seasonal ...

In this fascinating book, Dr. Dominic M. Etli takes readers on an illuminating journey through the ethical labyrinths of modern medicine, drawing unexpected connections to the ancient wisdom of the samurai. Blending vivid storytelling with philosophical insights, Dr. Etli reveals how timeless concepts like mindfulness, compassion, honor and justice from Zen, Bushido and the Hagakure provide invaluable guidance for today's ethical challenges in healthcare.

Complete Edition Containing Shadow’s Rise, Shadow’s Descent, and Lords of Light! Yip Chi Chuan, a young martial and spiritual ascetic, must flee as the only home he has ever known, the ancient monastery of the Priests of K’un Lun, is destroyed by a newly ascendant extradimensional evil. Cast out and alone, Yip strikes out on a quest spanning the breadth of his home world of Ea’ae and into the greater macroverse beyond in an attempt to unseat an all-consuming Darkness rooted in his once vaunted order’s distant past. Will Yip, the last of his kind to walk the wide world beyond his ...

The Wisdom of Buddhist Psychology and the Heart of Buddha’s Teachings audiobook is not just another audiobook to share some information about Buddha and Buddhism. This audiobook is actually an opportunity for every listener to reach a deeper aspect of life, through this tunnel of Buddhism teachings. It will be an interesting ride that will make you wonder about different dimensions of life. When you finish, you will be able to understand the aspect of suffering, its causes, and its end.

Unlock Lightning-Fast Speed: Master the Art of Speed Training for Martial Arts and MMA Are you ready to unleash incredible speed in your martial arts or MMA techniques? This book is your ultimate guide to developing lightning-fast strikes, explosive power, and rapid reaction times using proven methods employed by the world’s top fighters, coaches, and athletes. Inside, you’ll discover: Dozens of drills to easily integrate into your training routine How to predict an opponent's attacks before they make them! The truth about muscle memory and how to harness it The secret to 'quick eye' ...

Zen and the Art of COINTELPRO by Steve Short offers a compelling fusion of Eastern philosophy and the dark realities of government surveillance. Exploring the FBI’s infamous Counter Intelligence Program (COINTELPRO), the book juxtaposes the oppressive tactics of covert surveillance against the liberating practices of Zen mindfulness. Through historical analysis, personal reflection, and the teachings of Zen, Short invites readers to discover how true freedom can be achieved—even in a world rife with manipulation and control. As he delves into the karmic consequences of governmental ...

Congratulations on your purchase of “An Introduction To Shikatakai Martial Arts”, the book that came before the printed book “Shikatakai Martial Arts Training Manual”, which is also available where ever books are sold. In this introduction to the art, I take you through the basics of hand-to-hand that would be taught to a white belt student of the Shikatakai system. Each chapter is outlined with complete “how-to” instructions from stances to punches to strikes to kicks to blocks. Each student entered into the Shikata training program under Master Retsuzen would have been shown ...

A short story. In the neon-soaked ruins of a future Frisco, enlightenment walks hand-in-hand with damnation. Kimio was once a street orphan, now a Seeker trained by the secretive Akashic Brotherhood. Tasked with recovering an ancient, dangerous artifact, he descends into a rain-drenched world of sorcery, ambition, and forbidden power. Across the city, a power-hungry sorcerer prepares to open a cursed relic—the Casket of Tsuikio—in pursuit of instant ascension. What he unleashes is no mere demon, but a cosmic horror that offers dominion over an entire universe... one built of pain, ...

Why practice Zen? What sets Zen apart from religion? What are its different practices? These questions, and more, are examined and answered by Zen Master Koun Yamada, whose Dharma heirs include Robert Aitken, Ruben Habito, and David Loy. Through compelling stories and a systematic approach, he guides the listener through creating and sustaining a lifelong practice. Warm and ecumenical in tone, Koun uses the insights of Zen to bring a deeper understanding of faith.