The Lost Art of Compassion: Discovering the Practice of Happiness in the Meeting of Buddhism and Psychology - Softcover

Ladner, Lorne

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0060750529 ISBN 13: 9780060750527

Publisher: Bravo Ltd, 2005

Synopsis

Now in paperback, this practical guide to cultivating compassion delivers Buddhist and psychological insight right where we need it most--navigating the difficulties of our daily lives.

Compassion is often seen as a distant, altruistic ideal cultivated by saints, or as an unrealistic response of the naively kind-hearted. Seeing compassion in this way, we lose out on experiencing the transformative potential of one of our most neglected inner resources.

Dr Lorne Ladner rescues compassion from this marginalised view, showing how its practical application in our life can be a powerful force in achieving happiness. Combining the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism and Western psychology, Ladner presents clear, effective practices for cultivating compassion in daily living.

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Review:

"This book carries the enlightened wisdom to heal relationship problems and mental suffering that trouble our life."--Lama Zopa Rinpoche

"Exercising compassion will begin building an unshakeable happiness. Dr. Ladner's written a wonderful book."--Annie Dillard, author of Pilgrim at Tinker Creek

"An important addition to the growing literature on the meeting of Buddhist practice and Western psychology."--Library Journal

"Lorne Ladner is like an inner archeologist brilliantly illuminating the neglected component of personal and global transformation."--Tara Bennett-Goleman, author of Emotional Alchemy

"Dr. Ladner's book is inspiring for all of us, therapists and patients alike."--Mark Epstein, MD, author of Thoughts Without a Thinker

"A helpful, kindhearted, articulate teaching of the way of compassion. Buddhism and Western psychology meet here wisely and beautifully."--Jack Kornfield, author of A Path With Heart

"Ladner shows us that by nurturing compassion in our lives, we can discover deep strength, intimacy, and joy."--Philip Martin, author of The Zen Path Through Depression

About the Author:

Lorne Ladner, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice near Washington, D.C., and an adjunct faculty member in the counseling program at Argosy University. Dr. Ladner is also center director at the Guhyasamaja Buddhist Center in Northern Virginia. He regularly teaches classes, conducts workshops, and leads meditation retreats.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bravo Ltd
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0060750529
• ISBN 13: 9780060750527
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 340