[{"id":"63be807be8fd3c00080b4085","kind":"book","slug":"autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","title":"Autobiography of a Yogi","subtitle":"The Life and Teachings of One of the Great Spiritual Figures","subtitleHtmlSafe":"The Life and Teachings of One of the Great Spiritual Figures","aboutTheBook":"

Autobiography of a Yogi (1946) is a deeply spiritual yet light-hearted account of the life of India’s preeminent yoga emissary to the West. In this epic, Paramahansa Yogananda narrates his encounters with legendary gurus, swamis, saints, and astral beings that guided him toward the fulfillment of his mission to unite East and West under one God through the personal and scientific practice of Kriya Yoga.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Paramahansa Yogananda (1893–1952) was an Indian yogi, monk, and guru who initiated millions of American and Western devotees into Kriya Yoga. To further his mission, he founded the Self-Realization Fellowship which now runs over 500 temples, ashrams, and meditation centers around the world. Some of his books and published commentary include The Yoga of Jesus, The Science of Religion, and Living Fearlessly.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","author":"Paramahansa Yogananda","truncatedAuthor":"Paramahansa Yogananda","sourceAuthor":"Paramahansa Yogananda","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/autobiography-of-a-yogi-en?play=1","readingDuration":17,"minutesToRead":17,"publishedAt":"2023-01-15T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/63be807be8fd3c00080b4085/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":6,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":3.6,"totalRatings":28,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."},{"id":"5b8685ddb238e100074cc4fb","url":"/en/content/categories/biography-and-memoir-en","sprite":"biography-and-memoir","slug":"biography-and-memoir-en","title":"Biography & Memoir","subtitle":"Mandela to Marie Curie, Steve Jobs to Toussaint L’Ouverture—learn the life lessons of giants."}]},{"id":"638f141587ad2d00088388f7","kind":"book","slug":"the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","title":"The 6 Phase Meditation Method","subtitle":"The Proven Technique to Supercharge Your Mind, Manifest Your Goals, and Make Magic in Minutes a Day","subtitleHtmlSafe":"The Proven Technique to Supercharge Your Mind, Manifest Your Goals, and Make Magic in Minutes a Day","aboutTheBook":"

The 6 Phase Meditation Method (2022) is a ground-breaking transformational guide divided into six distinct phases. In as little as 20 minutes, you can reclaim your life and reap the many practical benefits of meditation.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Vishen Lakhiani is the founder and CEO of Mindvalley, a transformational education company with over ten million students. He is also the New York Times best-selling author of two other books, The Code of the Extraordinary Mind and The Buddha and the Badass.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","author":"Vishen Lakhiani","truncatedAuthor":"Vishen Lakhiani","sourceAuthor":"Vishen Lakhiani","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-6-phase-meditation-method-en?play=1","readingDuration":20,"minutesToRead":20,"publishedAt":"2022-12-06T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/638f141587ad2d00088388f7/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Psychology","sprite":"psychology","slug":"psychology-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":346,"categories":[{"id":"547890366439320008360000","url":"/en/content/categories/psychology-en","sprite":"psychology","slug":"psychology-en","title":"Psychology","subtitle":"The human mind and brain are the most complex structures on our planet. We'll present you expert knowledge and scientific research to help you get a grasp on them."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"50647d0ee4b08bcecce09449","url":"/en/content/categories/personal-growth-and-self-improvement-en","sprite":"personal-growth-and-self-improvement","slug":"personal-growth-and-self-improvement-en","title":"Personal Development","subtitle":"Looking to ditch your bad habits for good and become a winner at the game of life? You’re in the right place."}]},{"id":"6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8","kind":"book","slug":"living-untethered-en","title":"Living Untethered","subtitle":"Beyond the Human Predicament","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Beyond the Human Predicament","aboutTheBook":"

Living Untethered (2022) is your guide to finding self-realization and unconditional happiness. It provides practical guidance on moving beyond your thoughts, feeling, and emotions and will help you to stop struggling and start experiencing life to its fullest.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Michael A. Singer is a spiritual teacher. His two previous books – The Untethered Soul and The Surrender Experiment – are New York Times best sellers. In 1975, he founded the Temple of the Universe – a meditation and yoga center for people of all faiths and beliefs – near Gainesville, Florida. He’s also the founding CEO of a billion-dollar company and the creator of a medical practice management software package.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/living-untethered-en","author":"Michael A. Singer","truncatedAuthor":"Michael A. Singer","sourceAuthor":"Michael A. Singer","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/living-untethered-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/living-untethered-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/living-untethered-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/living-untethered-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/living-untethered-en?play=1","readingDuration":20,"minutesToRead":20,"publishedAt":"2022-10-27T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6357a15b42ae0a00093edca8/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":5,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Motivation & Inspiration","sprite":"motivation-and-inspiration","slug":"motivation-and-inspiration-en"},"averageRating":4.3,"totalRatings":230,"categories":[{"id":"54788fac6439320008130000","url":"/en/content/categories/motivation-and-inspiration-en","sprite":"motivation-and-inspiration","slug":"motivation-and-inspiration-en","title":"Motivation & Inspiration","subtitle":"Write a book, start a shop, or finally found that startup. These reads will get you dreaming big."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae","kind":"book","slug":"mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","title":"Mindfulness","subtitle":"A Practical Guide to Awakening","subtitleHtmlSafe":"A Practical Guide to Awakening","aboutTheBook":"

Mindfulness: A Practical Guide to Awakening (2013) explores how adopting a Buddhist approach to mindfulness can unlock a true and deeply felt freedom. The author draws on an ancient dialogue conducted by Siddhartha Gotama, the Buddha, and creates a clear, systemic path to establishing mindfulness of body, emotion, thought, and time as a way to overcome suffering.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Joseph Goldstein has spent over five decades transmitting the methods of Vipassana, the Buddhist tradition of mindfulness, to Western audiences. Goldstein is the author of A Heart Full of Peace and One Dharma: The Emerging Western Buddhism.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","author":"Joseph Goldstein","truncatedAuthor":"Joseph Goldstein","sourceAuthor":"Joseph Goldstein","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","previewUrl":"/en/books/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/mindfulness-en-joseph-goldstein?play=1","readingDuration":22,"minutesToRead":22,"publishedAt":"2022-02-06T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61f7d38e6cee0700086389ae/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.6,"totalRatings":297,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"6183b10e6cee070008199c51","kind":"book","slug":"the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","title":"The Art of Living","subtitle":"Vipassana Meditation as Taught by S. N. Goenka","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Vipassana Meditation as Taught by S. N. Goenka","aboutTheBook":"

The Art of Living (1987) details the Vipassanā meditation principles set out by the famed Burmese-Indian teacher S. N. Goenka. As well as describing the techniques of Vipassanā meditation, it delves into the deeper philosophy of Buddhism.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

William Hart was one of the first assistant teachers appointed by S. N. Goenka to teach Vipassanā meditation. His book, The Art of Living, has become the definitive work on Vipassanā meditation and philosophy, and has been translated into 25 different languages.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","author":"William Hart","truncatedAuthor":"William Hart","sourceAuthor":"William Hart","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-living-en-william-hart?play=1","readingDuration":19,"minutesToRead":19,"publishedAt":"2021-11-11T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6183b10e6cee070008199c51/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":6,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":349,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"617be9b56cee07000723559e","kind":"book","slug":"the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","title":"The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali","subtitle":"Timeless Teachings for Mind, Body, and Emotional Harmony","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Timeless Teachings for Mind, Body, and Emotional Harmony","aboutTheBook":"

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (1978) is a classic text on yogic philosophy and practice. Written in ancient Sanskrit, it explains the core metaphysical, spiritual, psychological, moral, and ethical ideas of yoga. It also lays out the principles of how to practice yoga, so you can put those ideas into action and use them to achieve lasting happiness and inner peace.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Patañjali was an ancient Indian spiritual teacher – or possibly the name of, or given to, a number of teachers. He lived sometime between 500 BC and 300 AD, and his Sutras form one of the foundational texts of yoga.

Sri Swami Satchidananda was a twentieth-century Indian yoga master, teacher, and popularizer who helped to bring yogic ideas and practices to a modern Western audience.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","author":"Translated and commentated on by Sri Swami Satchidananda","truncatedAuthor":"Translated and commentated...","sourceAuthor":"Translated and commentated on by Sri Swami Satchidananda","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-yoga-sutras-of-patanjali-en?play=1","readingDuration":25,"minutesToRead":25,"publishedAt":"2021-11-07T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/617be9b56cee07000723559e/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":8,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":267,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"615d9f216cee070007a2c64d","kind":"book","slug":"the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","title":"The No-Nonsense Meditation Book","subtitle":"A Scientist’s Guide to the Power of Meditation","subtitleHtmlSafe":"A Scientist’s Guide to the Power of Meditation","aboutTheBook":"

The No-Nonsense Meditation Book (2021) explores the science behind meditation. As the latest neuroscience research shows, you don’t have to be a monk in search of nirvana to reap the benefits of meditation. In fact, it’s a great solution to many distinctly modern problems like stress and chronic anxiety.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Steven Laureys is a Belgian neurologist and author who specializes in the neurology of consciousness. He is a professor at the University of Liège, Belgium, and the director of the Coma Science Group at the city’s University Hospital. Laureys’s work has been distinguished with the William James Prize and the Cognitive Neuroscience Society Young Investigator Award.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","author":"Steven Laureys","truncatedAuthor":"Steven Laureys","sourceAuthor":"Steven Laureys","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-no-nonsense-meditation-book-en?play=1","readingDuration":23,"minutesToRead":23,"publishedAt":"2021-10-10T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/615d9f216cee070007a2c64d/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Psychology","sprite":"psychology","slug":"psychology-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":471,"categories":[{"id":"547890366439320008360000","url":"/en/content/categories/psychology-en","sprite":"psychology","slug":"psychology-en","title":"Psychology","subtitle":"The human mind and brain are the most complex structures on our planet. We'll present you expert knowledge and scientific research to help you get a grasp on them."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a","kind":"book","slug":"bliss-more-en","title":"Bliss More","subtitle":"How to Succeed in Meditation Without Really Trying","subtitleHtmlSafe":"How to Succeed in Meditation Without Really Trying","aboutTheBook":"

Bliss More (2018) outlines a radical and effortless approach to meditation. Whether you’ve found yourself restless while sitting on your pillow or more mindful of your backache than your oneness with the universe, this book outlines easy steps to help you find your meditative groove.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Since 1998, Light Watkins has been a mindfulness and meditation teacher, as well as the founder of The Shine Movement. Through his courses, books, TEDx talk, and email newsletter, Watkins’s teachings have reached hundreds of thousands of people all across the globe.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/bliss-more-en","author":"Light Watkins","truncatedAuthor":"Light Watkins","sourceAuthor":"Light Watkins","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/bliss-more-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/bliss-more-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/bliss-more-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/bliss-more-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/bliss-more-en?play=1","readingDuration":22,"minutesToRead":22,"publishedAt":"2021-09-23T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/61446e1c6cee070007c18c9a/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.4,"totalRatings":205,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"613c481f6cee070007044c3c","kind":"book","slug":"real-change-en","title":"Real Change","subtitle":"Mindfulness to Heal Ourselves and the World","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Mindfulness to Heal Ourselves and the World","aboutTheBook":"

Real Change (2020) is a guide to building a better world through cultivating inner strength. This manual teaches how meditation and mindfulness are key to navigating the stresses and pressures of modern life.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Sharon Salzberg is a meditation expert, spiritual instructor, and co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society. She has authored several New York Times best-selling books such as Lovingkindness and Real Happiness at Work.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/real-change-en","author":"Sharon Salzberg","truncatedAuthor":"Sharon Salzberg","sourceAuthor":"Sharon Salzberg","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/real-change-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/real-change-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/real-change-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/real-change-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/real-change-en?play=1","readingDuration":24,"minutesToRead":24,"publishedAt":"2021-09-12T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/613c481f6cee070007044c3c/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":3.9,"totalRatings":229,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"610d4a436cee070007ec88ad","kind":"book","slug":"meditation-en","title":"Meditation","subtitle":"The First and Last Freedom","subtitleHtmlSafe":"The First and Last Freedom","aboutTheBook":"

Meditation (1988) provides a valuable overview of Osho meditations – an approach to meditation that emphasizes awareness and uses movement as a way of preparing the mind and body. It provides the basic principles behind Osho meditation, as well as a few foundational techniques to get you started.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Osho, also known as Osho Rajneesh, earned a master’s degree in philosophy at the University of Sagar before promoting a new Dynamic Meditation in the 1970s and ’80s. He was a popular spiritual leader, with a devoted following around the world. He passed away in 1990.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/meditation-en","author":"Osho","truncatedAuthor":"Osho","sourceAuthor":"Osho","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/meditation-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/meditation-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/meditation-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/meditation-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/meditation-en?play=1","readingDuration":25,"minutesToRead":25,"publishedAt":"2021-08-14T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/610d4a436cee070007ec88ad/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.3,"totalRatings":224,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"6103a1406cee070007903c03","kind":"book","slug":"living-buddha-living-christ-en","title":"Living Buddha, Living Christ","subtitle":"Explore the common ground of Christianity and Buddhism","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Explore the common ground of Christianity and Buddhism","aboutTheBook":"

Living Buddha, Living Christ (1995) is a meditation on the surprising intersections between Buddhism and Christianity. This thoughtful text shows the common ground shared by two of the world’s most influential spiritual leaders.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Thich Nhat Hanh was a Buddhist monk, peace activist, and world-renowned spiritual leader. The author of more than 70 books, he was once nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by civil-rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/living-buddha-living-christ-en","author":"Thich Nhat Hanh","truncatedAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","sourceAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/living-buddha-living-christ-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/living-buddha-living-christ-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/living-buddha-living-christ-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/living-buddha-living-christ-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/living-buddha-living-christ-en?play=1","readingDuration":25,"minutesToRead":25,"publishedAt":"2021-08-08T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/6103a1406cee070007903c03/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Religion & Spirituality","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en"},"averageRating":4.2,"totalRatings":225,"categories":[{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"60c217886cee070007da2b6b","kind":"book","slug":"journey-of-awakening-en","title":"Journey of Awakening","subtitle":"A Meditator's Guidebook","subtitleHtmlSafe":"A Meditator's Guidebook","aboutTheBook":"

Journey of Awakening (1978) is a guide to establishing and solidifying a personal meditation practice. Combining insights from many spiritual traditions, it outlines a path to self-realization through meditation – offering sage advice on how to stay the course through doubt, fear, and ego traps.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Ram Dass was an American spiritual teacher, psychologist, and writer. He was the author of several best sellers, including Be Here Now, Still Here, Miracle of Love, and Grist for the Mill, and he founded the charitable organizations Seva Foundation and Hanuman Foundation. Before his spiritual awakening, he conducted research at Harvard University with Timothy Leary on the therapeutic effects of psychedelic drugs.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/journey-of-awakening-en","author":"Ram Dass","truncatedAuthor":"Ram Dass","sourceAuthor":"Ram Dass","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/journey-of-awakening-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/journey-of-awakening-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/journey-of-awakening-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/journey-of-awakening-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/journey-of-awakening-en?play=1","readingDuration":23,"minutesToRead":23,"publishedAt":"2021-06-14T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60c217886cee070007da2b6b/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":180,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"60acea256cee0700080cfaf4","kind":"book","slug":"the-power-of-awakening-en","title":"The Power of Awakening","subtitle":"Mindfulness Practices and Spiritual Tools to Transform Your Life","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Mindfulness Practices and Spiritual Tools to Transform Your Life","aboutTheBook":"

The Power of Awakening (2020) is a collection of timeless writings by the late spiritual and motivational leader Wayne Dyer. They provide an accessible yet inspiring exploration of his belief that enlightened thinking can manifest concrete and positive change in the universe.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Wayne Dyer was a pioneering spiritual and motivational figure who brought concepts like mindfulness, positive visualization, and the power of intention-setting to the masses. In addition to being a well-known speaker and teacher, Dyer authored over 40 books, 21 of which were New York Times best sellers. He passed away in 2015.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-power-of-awakening-en","author":"Dr. Wayne W. Dyer","truncatedAuthor":"Dr. Wayne W. Dyer","sourceAuthor":"Dr. Wayne W. Dyer","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-power-of-awakening-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-power-of-awakening-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-power-of-awakening-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-power-of-awakening-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-power-of-awakening-en?play=1","readingDuration":25,"minutesToRead":25,"publishedAt":"2021-05-29T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60acea256cee0700080cfaf4/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":8,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Motivation & Inspiration","sprite":"motivation-and-inspiration","slug":"motivation-and-inspiration-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":319,"categories":[{"id":"54788fac6439320008130000","url":"/en/content/categories/motivation-and-inspiration-en","sprite":"motivation-and-inspiration","slug":"motivation-and-inspiration-en","title":"Motivation & Inspiration","subtitle":"Write a book, start a shop, or finally found that startup. These reads will get you dreaming big."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"608bf88d6cee07000722925c","kind":"book","slug":"lovingkindness-en","title":"Lovingkindness","subtitle":"The Revolutionary Art of Happiness","subtitleHtmlSafe":"The Revolutionary Art of Happiness","aboutTheBook":"

Lovingkindness (1995) is a gentle guide to uncovering the profound meanings of love and happiness. With psychological insights and actionable meditations, it shows us how the Buddhist path to pursuing a liberated heart can help each of us tap into our inner radiant joy – allowing us to be kinder to ourselves and to others.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Sharon Salzberg, one of America’s leading spiritual teachers, has practiced Buddhist meditation for 50 years. In 1976 she cofounded the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, and she has taught meditation and delivered keynotes around the world. Salzberg is the author of numerous books including the New York Times best seller Real Happiness and Real Change: Mindfulness To Heal Ourselves and the World. She has contributed to Time, O, and Yoga Journal, among others, and she hosts The Metta Hour, a podcast featuring interviews with leaders in the meditation and mindfulness movement.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/lovingkindness-en","author":"Sharon Salzberg","truncatedAuthor":"Sharon Salzberg","sourceAuthor":"Sharon Salzberg","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/lovingkindness-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/lovingkindness-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/lovingkindness-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/lovingkindness-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/lovingkindness-en?play=1","readingDuration":27,"minutesToRead":27,"publishedAt":"2021-05-08T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/608bf88d6cee07000722925c/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":8,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.8,"totalRatings":358,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7","kind":"book","slug":"the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","title":"The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching","subtitle":"Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy and Liberation","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy and Liberation","aboutTheBook":"

The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching (1998) explains core Buddhist teachings, including the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. It shows how to apply these practices to daily life to transform suffering into joy and heal the pain of others.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Thich Nhat Hanh was a Vietnamese Zen master, peace activist, and Buddhist monk. During the Vietnam War, Nhat Hanh was chairman of the Vietnamese Buddhist Peace delegations. His other books include Peace is Every Step, The Art of Mindful Living, and Anger.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","author":"Thich Nhat Hanh","truncatedAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","sourceAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-heart-of-the-buddhas-teaching-en?play=1","readingDuration":29,"minutesToRead":29,"publishedAt":"2021-04-08T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60648c9d6cee070007b3bca7/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":8,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":263,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"606492916cee070007b3bcb6","kind":"book","slug":"stress-less-accomplish-more-en","title":"Stress Less, Accomplish More","subtitle":"Meditation for Extraordinary Performance","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Meditation for Extraordinary Performance","aboutTheBook":"

Stress Less, Accomplish More (2019) shows how meditation can help busy people accomplish more in their fast-paced lives. In recent years, science has revealed what meditators have known for millennia: this simple tool can be practiced anytime and anywhere to relieve stress, gain mental clarity, and improve performance across your life.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Emily Fletcher is a leading expert in meditation for high performance. As the creator of The Ziva Technique and the founder of Ziva Meditation, she has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, as well as on the Today Show and ABC News. She has also spoken about meditation and performance at Google, Harvard Business School, and Ziacom, to name just a few.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/stress-less-accomplish-more-en","author":"Emily Fletcher","truncatedAuthor":"Emily Fletcher","sourceAuthor":"Emily Fletcher","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/stress-less-accomplish-more-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/stress-less-accomplish-more-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/stress-less-accomplish-more-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/stress-less-accomplish-more-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/stress-less-accomplish-more-en?play=1","readingDuration":22,"minutesToRead":22,"publishedAt":"2021-04-04T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/606492916cee070007b3bcb6/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Productivity","sprite":"productivity-and-time-management","slug":"productivity-and-time-management-en"},"averageRating":4.5,"totalRatings":339,"categories":[{"id":"5478905464393200083f0000","url":"/en/content/categories/productivity-and-time-management-en","sprite":"productivity-and-time-management","slug":"productivity-and-time-management-en","title":"Productivity","subtitle":"Ready to start making more of each minute? Find your strategy here and get going."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1","kind":"book","slug":"radically-happy-en","title":"Radically Happy","subtitle":"A User's Guide to the Mind","subtitleHtmlSafe":"A User's Guide to the Mind","aboutTheBook":"

What’s it about?

Radically Happy (2018) is a practical yet personal guide to achieving true happiness. In it, timeless Eastern wisdom meets modern Western practicality as it teaches the keys to happiness according to a Tibetan Buddhist monk and a former Silicon Valley technologist. Packed with scientific insights and meditation exercises, it provides a toolkit for achieving a genuine, lasting sense of well-being.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

About the author

Phakchok Rinpoche hails from a long line of great spiritual teachers and is a master in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, holding the prestigious title of Khenpo. He teaches meditation in universities all over the world.

Erric Solomon is a meditation instructor who leads seminars and retreats in corporate settings, prisons, and temples across Europe and the United States. Previously, he was a top Silicon Valley tech executive.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/radically-happy-en","author":"Phakchok Rinpoche and Erric Solomon","truncatedAuthor":"Phakchok Rinpoche and Erric...","sourceAuthor":"Phakchok Rinpoche and Erric Solomon","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/radically-happy-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/radically-happy-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/radically-happy-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/radically-happy-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/radically-happy-en?play=1","readingDuration":28,"minutesToRead":28,"publishedAt":"2021-03-19T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/604b3c0c6cee0700071ddbf1/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":9,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.6,"totalRatings":327,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]},{"id":"60016b1e6cee070006e82041","kind":"book","slug":"the-urban-monk-en","title":"The Urban Monk","subtitle":"Eastern Wisdom and Modern Hacks to Stop Time and Find Success, Happiness, and Peace","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Eastern Wisdom and Modern Hacks to Stop Time and Find Success, Happiness, and Peace","aboutTheBook":"

The Urban Monk (2016) is a field guide for how to navigate modern life with a more monk-like mentality. Drawing on Eastern spiritual traditions, contemporary science, and the lives of our ancestors, it’s packed full of practical tips on how we can integrate ancient wisdom into our modern lifestyles. It addresses a wide range of personal problems, including stress, unhealthy diets, and a lack of time, energy, and sense of purpose.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Pedram Shojai, a former Taoist monk, is a doctor of Oriental medicine, a qigong master, and a decades-long practitioner of kung fu and tai chi. He is the host of The Urban Monk podcast, the founder of Well.org, and the producer of the documentary films Vitality, Origins, and Prosperity. His other books include The Art of Stopping Time and Inner Alchemy.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-urban-monk-en","author":"Pedram Shojai","truncatedAuthor":"Pedram Shojai","sourceAuthor":"Pedram Shojai","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-urban-monk-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-urban-monk-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-urban-monk-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-urban-monk-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-urban-monk-en?play=1","readingDuration":30,"minutesToRead":30,"publishedAt":"2021-01-18T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/60016b1e6cee070006e82041/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":10,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.6,"totalRatings":91,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"50647d0ee4b08bcecce09449","url":"/en/content/categories/personal-growth-and-self-improvement-en","sprite":"personal-growth-and-self-improvement","slug":"personal-growth-and-self-improvement-en","title":"Personal Development","subtitle":"Looking to ditch your bad habits for good and become a winner at the game of life? You’re in the right place."}]},{"id":"5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd","kind":"book","slug":"the-art-of-living-en","title":"The Art of Living","subtitle":"Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Peace and Freedom in the Here and Now","aboutTheBook":"

The Art of Living (2017) offers wisdom on how to fully experience every moment of every day. Many of us are consumed with fears or busyness that prevent us from engaging with the wonder of life. But by expanding our understanding of existence and embracing mindfulness practices, we can overcome the obstacles that stop us from truly living.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Thich Nhat Hahn was a Buddhist monk, peace activist, and the author of over 100 books. His titles, including the best seller Anger, range from manuals on meditation to children’s stories and poetry. In 1967, Thich Nhat Hahn was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King Jr.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-art-of-living-en","author":"Thich Nhat Hanh","truncatedAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","sourceAuthor":"Thich Nhat Hanh","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-art-of-living-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-art-of-living-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-art-of-living-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-living-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-living-en?play=1","readingDuration":23,"minutesToRead":23,"publishedAt":"2020-12-25T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":null,"image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5fda3f7d6cee07000670aedd/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":7,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en"},"averageRating":4.7,"totalRatings":312,"categories":[{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."},{"id":"5b8683b9b238e1000726ccb4","url":"/en/content/categories/religion-and-spirituality-en","sprite":"religion-and-spirituality","slug":"religion-and-spirituality-en","title":"Religion & Spirituality","subtitle":"Everything you need to know about the three monotheistic world religions, buddhism, spirituality and much much more."}]},{"id":"5f8963416cee0700063afb30","kind":"book","slug":"the-art-of-stopping-time-en","title":"The Art of Stopping Time","subtitle":"Practical Mindfulness for Busy People","subtitleHtmlSafe":"Practical Mindfulness for Busy People","aboutTheBook":"

The Art of Stopping Time (2017) answers the questions on many of our minds these days: Where does all our time go? And how can we get it back? Fusing practical time-management principles with the philosophical ideas of mindfulness, author Pedram Shojai shows us how we can make the most of our limited time on Earth.

","aboutTheAuthor":"

Pedram Shojai is an ordained priest of the Yellow Dragon Monastery in China, a Qigong master, and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine. His previous books include The Urban Monk, a New York Times best seller. He also hosts a podcast by the same name.

","buyOnAmazonUrl":"/en/books-purchase/the-art-of-stopping-time-en","author":"Pedram Shojai","truncatedAuthor":"Pedram Shojai","sourceAuthor":"Pedram Shojai","url":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/books/the-art-of-stopping-time-en","browseUrl":"/en/app/books/the-art-of-stopping-time-en","previewUrl":"/en/books/the-art-of-stopping-time-en","readUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-stopping-time-en","playUrl":"https://www.blinkist.com/en/nc/reader/the-art-of-stopping-time-en?play=1","readingDuration":25,"minutesToRead":25,"publishedAt":"2020-10-21T00:00:00.000+00:00","isAudio":true,"readCount":"1.1k","image":{"default":{"src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/640.jpg"}},"sources":[{"media":"xs","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/470.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/640.jpg"}},{"media":"s","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/640.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/1080.jpg"}},{"media":"m","src":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/250.jpg","srcset":{"2x":"https://images.blinkist.io/images/books/5f8963416cee0700063afb30/1_1/470.jpg"}}]},"audioUrl":null,"chaptersLength":9,"hasAudio":true,"language":"en","freeDaily":null,"isFree":false,"category":{"title":"Productivity","sprite":"productivity-and-time-management","slug":"productivity-and-time-management-en"},"averageRating":4.5,"totalRatings":906,"categories":[{"id":"5478905464393200083f0000","url":"/en/content/categories/productivity-and-time-management-en","sprite":"productivity-and-time-management","slug":"productivity-and-time-management-en","title":"Productivity","subtitle":"Ready to start making more of each minute? Find your strategy here and get going."},{"id":"58a6fa40fc0e7c000452fc01","url":"/en/content/categories/mindfulness-and-happiness-en","sprite":"mindfulness-and-happiness","slug":"mindfulness-and-happiness-en","title":"Mindfulness & Happiness","subtitle":"Science proves it: the best route to happiness is knowing thyself. These blinks help you tune in, get grounded, and be here, now."}]}]

Log in to Blinkist

Sign up for Blinkist

Learn more, live more