The Gift of Silence: Finding peace in a world full of noise - Hardcover

Tannier, Kankyo

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1473673437 ISBN 13: 9781473673434

Publisher: Yellow Kite, 2018

Synopsis

Do you struggle to find peace and quiet? Do you yearn to disconnect, find an escape, slow down and just breathe? Are you overwhelmed by modern life?

The simple solution lies in this book.

Rooted in the ancient Zen philosophies that ground her work, French Buddhist nun, Kankyo Tannier, will show you how to channel the power of SILENCE to get back in control of your thoughts and access the refuge that lies in your mind. Using her practical on-the-go tools, you'll learn how to overcome stress and capture the moments of golden stillness that will transform all areas of your life, for an enhanced wellbeing and sense of fulfilment. Kankyo's warm and engaging voice, spiritual insights, plus a sprinkling of French charm make this an accessible pleasure to read.

Switch off the noise and discover the calm and comfort you need to navigate this fast-paced world.

Unlock and practise the wisdom of SILENCE; stop surviving, pause, listen, and start thriving.

"Kankyo Tannier is the real deal...for immediate calm...after a few minutes you'll notice your breathing slows down and you feel more present (we tried it, it works)" - Cosmopolitan

"I found myself engrossed by its charm and magic. Kankyo Tannier has a lovely voice - wise and gentle and compassionate." - Rachel Kelly, author of The Happy Kitchen: Good Mood Food

About this title

About the Author

Kankyo Tannier is a Buddhist nun of the Zen tradition and is being called 'the new voice of Buddhism'. She lived in a monastery in Alsace for over fifteen years before settling in the middle of a nearby forest, surrounded by trees and animals. She teaches meditation workshops and writes a blog on everyday spirituality at dailyzen.fr, has given a TEDX talk, has a blog on the Huffingon Post (France) and tweets - she is a truly modern nun, bringing her philosophy and ideas to life in a practical, accessible and light-hearted way.

From the Back Cover

Discover your secret superpower: silence

Being able to tap into your inner silence and find stillness within, no matter what is going on around you, is a powerful way to find instant peace and relief, and will help you remain calm in tense situations, noisy environments or during emotional upheaval.

This enlightening book, packed full of wisdom, insight and practical advice, gives you the tools you need to connect with your inner calm, quieten your internal monologue, find respite from the daily onslaught of visual stimuli and noise, and reconnect with the external world.

Kankyo Tannier is a modern day Zen Buddhist nun living in a monastery in France. Her inspirational book draws on centuries of philosophical wisdom as well as the spiritual insights she has gained during her fifteen years as a Buddhist nun. Woven into her prose is her understanding of the modern digital world we live in today and the stresses and strains from which we all seek relief.

Kankyo's words, exercises and tips will inspire you to introduce pockets of silence and serenity into your home and daily life in order to generate a profound sense of wellbeing and help you forge a new sensory relationship with the world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Yellow Kite
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1473673437
• ISBN 13: 9781473673434
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 192