Meditation, Buddhism & Inspiration Resources
By Laura Beth Wenger
By Laura Beth Wenger
These are my most-recommended resources for meditation & Buddhist wisdom.
Notes on Complexity: A Scientific Theory of Connection, Consciousness, and Being
Neil Theise
$27.00 $25.11
How to Be an Adult: A Handbook on Psychological and Spiritual Integration
David Richo
$12.95 $12.04This incredible book was gifted to me by a client who is also a therapist. Each chapter provides bite-size nuggets of info that feel both incredibly "right" and familiar, while at the same time prompting new connections and "a-ha" moments. I wish I'd had this book by my side years ago-- I plan to pick it up and read it regularly for the rest of my life!
The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche and Eric Swanson
$15.99 $14.87Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche merges the ancient wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism with cutting-edge neuroscience. The style of meditation taught in this book is user-friendly; it's what I teach my students.
Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life with the Heart of a Buddha
Tara Brach
$18.00 $16.74This (along with her second book) are two of my favorite resources to recommend for those interested in making compassionate change in their lives. Tara Brach is empathetic and kind-- you'll feel as though you've found a new friend.
True Refuge: Finding Peace and Freedom in Your Own Awakened Heart
Tara Brach
$18.00 $16.74In this second book, Tara offers more wisdom and practices to connect with our own embodied wisdom, as well as with others.
Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence
Rick Hanson
$17.99 $16.73This easy-to-read book explains the human brain's negativity bias-- how our DNA is programmed to focus on negative experiences. Dr. Hanson teaches a simple technique to reprogram the brain, "taking in the good."