Tara Brach Books

Tara Brach is a clinical psychologist and the founder of the Insight Meditation Community in Washington, DC.

  1. 1Radical Acceptance

    Radical Acceptance

    Tara Brach

    Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha

    4.4 (350 ratings)

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    What's Radical Acceptance about?

    Radical Acceptance (2003) explains how Buddhism and meditation can bring you greater contentment and happiness. Chock-full of easy mental exercises that reduce stress and self-criticism, it’ll give you the tools you need to lead a gentler, happier existence.

    Who should read Radical Acceptance?

    • Stressed-out people seeking calm
    • Meditators and mindful individuals
    • Those interested in Buddhism
  2. 2Radical Compassion

    Radical Compassion

    Tara Brach

    Learning to Love Yourself and Your World with the Practice of RAIN

    4.6 (316 ratings)

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    What's Radical Compassion about?

    Radical Compassion (2019) is a practical guide to letting go of painful emotions and embracing the world with more love, forgiveness, and compassion. Mindfulness expert Tara Brach presents RAIN, a simple four-step meditation system that helps practitioners cultivate inner strength to overcome life’s many obstacles.

    Who should read Radical Compassion?

    • Mindfulness practitioners eager for additional advice
    • Troubled souls looking to shake negative thoughts
    • Anyone seeking tools to overcome life’s challenges