Zen Art

At twenty-five, activist Cristina Moon faced an impossible task: preparing for the possibility of arrest and torture inside military-ruled Myanmar. Her response? Learning Buddhist meditation. So began what would become a decades-long spiritual path—eventually leading her to a Zen temple and martial arts dojo in Hawai'i with a timeless method of warrior Zen training.

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 ...

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.

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 ...

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 ...

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.

In Chinese, the character 心 is both heart and mind ~ a source of thoughts, intelligence and feelings. This book is a meditation and contemplation on 心-heart and mind. There are 20 Chinese words or characters inside, all coming from the root-word 心. Each one presented in Chinese calligraphy on batik. As you read this book, you are invited to pause at each page to reflect or meditate on both the paintings and the words. Engage both your heart and your mind. Be still. And listen to your own heart song. And as a bonus gift, you will also learn a new Chinese word on each page. Website: ...

This audiobook explains how to do Zen meditation without believing in any certain religion or faith. The purpose of this book is to help people calm their minds, relax, relieve stress, sleep better, and lower levels of anxiety. The book explains how to do meditation; the important ideas about meditation like breathing, concentration, and learning to focus your mind; and what the benefits can be. There are some "don't do certain things" and what to watch out for that can interfere with meditation.

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, ...

Alright, here’s the deal—this isn’t just another book about meditation or mindfulness where you sit in silence with your legs crossed and your hands on your knees (though that has its place, too). This is about finding your flow, your inner peace, and your Zen by getting rid of the distractions, the layers, and yes, the clothes. Naked Zen is all about being completely exposed—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well. It’s a way to strip away the unnecessary, connect deeply with your body, and reach a state of calm and clarity through the pure act of being yourself...

Elevate your yoga community with tranquility and serenity; discover the boundless potential of the Zen realm! After all, why just practice when you can cultivate, harmonize, and grow a devoted community, all while maintaining a Zen state of mind? Find all the answers you seek by stepping into the world revealed in "Zen and the Art of Customer Cultivation." This earnest and skillfully narrated guide takes you on a meditative journey across 15 insightful chapters, each a stepping-stone towards creating, nurturing, and sustaining a thriving yoga community. It bridges the gap between Zen and ...

Death deals no mercy to one man who rises in a SoHo alleyway to find his lover dead and his own body ghastly transformed. Straining to overcome his murderous instincts through Zen meditation and blood deprivation, he is reclaimed by The Ministry, an underground society waging war against the undead. Time and time again his will to resist is tested by the killers who demand his allegiance and the Zen masters who will burn him down at his first missed step. He strives to walk a tightrope between the living and the dead...to master himself, his hunger, and the way of the wooden stake.

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.

In The Art of Shoshin: Mindfulness, Presence, and the Joy of Not Knowing, you’ll be guided into the liberating heart of Zen’s beginner’s mind—a mindset rooted in openness, curiosity, and quiet clarity. In a world that celebrates certainty and expertise, Shoshin invites you to let go of the pressure to always know, and instead embrace the wonder of discovering life moment by moment.

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.

El arte de la guerra es una obra clásica sobre la estrategia y la filosofía militar. El libro ha sido popular por mas que 1000 años porque es útil para los negocios y la vida en general. Ahora, puedes escuchar esta obra clásica con audio clarísimo. Paga menos y recibe mas cuando escuchas con Libro Zen Plus.

Created by Scott Shaw, the primary premise of Zen Filmmaking is that no script should be used in the creation of a film. There are no rules and no definitions. But, there is much more to it than that. In this second book on Zen Filmmaking Scott Shaw leads the reader to deeper understandings of how to make the filmmaking process more rewarding, less complicated, and ultimately more enlightening.

In 2021, the way that Americans lived and worked changed dramatically. Taking advantage of the Zoom work life, droves of professionals abandoned the high rents and dense populations of urban centers. When asked why they made the move, almost every single one fell back on the same simple sentiment – Because I could! Airstream isn’t just a lifestyle. It’s a culture. Like the Harley owners who congregate regularly around the country, Airstream owners have their own mobile community. Using your Airstream to connect the dots of work, family, and friends is priceless. This book covers ...

Trying to get pregnant? Struggling with infertility? Anxious during your two-week wait? Reclaim your joy. Break through fears and hidden energy blocks. Stop stressing and finally get that positive pregnancy test. Enjoy guided meditations and visualizations to help with your two-week wait, grieving the loss of a miscarriage or failed cycle, coping with the effects of fertility medications, dealing with anxiety from upcoming tests or procedures, attract the right donor(s) or surrogate, and so much more.