A couple of good books, especially for beginners in meditation and Buddhism.

[Tobin S.]

Falling into Grace by Adyashanti is one of the best books I've ever read on any subject. He is a Buddhist, but in his teaching he seeks to connect with people of all faiths and backgrounds. I've found this style of writing from several Buddhist authors writing for a Western audience. They try to import Buddhist concepts into the Western mindset. Adyashanti accomplishes that well.

And I'm currently reading Buddha Standard Time by Lama Surya Das. I've only read the first 50 pages or so, but it is already been a very good book. Like Adyashanti's work it's ideal for the Western mind with it's introduction to Buddhist concepts. In this work, Lama Surya Das focuses on how we can make time for ourselves in our fast paced culture by bringing us into the moment to appreciate all that is instead of unconsciously moving through life in a reactionary kind of way.

[Harker]

1. Is it possible that your studies

were what led to your recently stating your love for all DUers?

[Tobin S.]

3. That has something to do with it.

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Studying and I've had a regular meditation practice for a while. My heart has been opening for a while now. It's been a long slow process extending over the past few years, but I don't think it could have happened any other way for me.

But I think it can happen to everyone at any time with grace, and it is a part of spiritual development. When we focus inward, we naturally get to a place of compassion and love for everyone including ourselves. We're all only human, and each of us has the capacity for enlightenment and love.

[Harker]

5. That's beautiful.

Love back. I expect we'll meet again as our paths intersect.

[Tobin S.]

6. Thank you.

Stick around. Subscribe to this group if you haven't already. It doesn't get a lot of posts, but it's a good group.

[Harker]

7. I appreciate the welcome.

I will.

[sagesnow]

2. Thank you.

I will add these to my reading list.

[Tobin S.]

4. You're welcome.