Sharon Salzberg Books
Sharon Salzberg is a world-renowned teacher in the field of meditation. Author of the New York Times best seller Real Happiness, she has been a pioneer in bringing mindfulness into mainstream culture. Through her many other titles, her regular columns for On Being and Huffington Post and her own podcast – The Metta Hour – Salzberg makes Buddhist teachings accessible to contemporary, Western audiences.
What's Real Love about?
Real Love (2017) draws our attention to the habits and cultural conditioning that stop us from forming deep connections with others. By inviting us to expand our notions of love and the ways in which we practice it in our day-to-day lives, Sharon Salzberg provides practical advice on how we can strengthen our relationships and experience more joy.
Who should read Real Love?
- Couples who want to learn how to handle conflict constructively
- Sufferers of low self-esteem hoping to develop self-love
- People seeking deeper connections with others
What's Lovingkindness about?
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.
Who should read Lovingkindness?
- People who want to be kinder to themselves and others
- Stressed individuals seeking to cultivate inner peace
- Curious minds interested in exploring the tenets of Buddhism
What's Real Change about?
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.
Who should read Real Change?
- Do-gooders burnt out from the struggle
- Stressed caregivers looking for a break
- Anyone interested in the benefits of meditation
What's Real Life about?
Real Life (2023) is a guide to navigating life’s seasons with clarity and connection. While we all feel small and disconnected at times, we don’t have to remain stuck there. Drawing on a variety of voices, Real Life shares the possibility of a more expansive and aligned experience – even in the face of some of life’s most formidable challenges.
Who should read Real Life?
- Anyone struggling with loneliness, grief, or trauma
- Individuals wanting to embrace greater freedom and joy
- Longtime meditators seeking to deepen their practice
Finding Your Way
What's Finding Your Way about?
Finding Your Way (2023) is a practical guide to living a fulfilling and purposeful life through the power of mindfulness and meditation. Through a collection of thoughts, reflections, and one-page meditation exercises, it aims to help readers shift their perspectives, nurture compassion, and foster connections with the world around them.
Who should read Finding Your Way?
- Daily reflectors
- Resilience builders
- Mindfulness practitioners