A newly designed reissue of Pema Ch dr n'sAlways Maintain a Joyful Mind--featuring everday inspiration drawn from the classic Buddhist practice oflojongand instructive commentaries by Pema for making thelojongteachings a practical part of everyday life. This uniquely accessible presentation oflojong, one of Tibetan Buddhism's most renowned practices, gets at the heart of compassion as only Pema Ch dr n can. Featuring the 59 pithylojongslogans and Pema's commentary for everyday practice on each facing page,The Compassion Bookwill serve as a go-to handbook for anyone seeking to instill more love and joy in their lives. In addition, the book will offer readers access to a 45-minute audio download on the related meditation practice oftonglen("sending and taking") taught by Pema.
Author Biography
PEMA CH DR N is an American Buddhist nun in the lineage of renowned Tibetan meditation master Ch gyam Trungpa and resident teacher at Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, the first Tibetan monastery in North America established for Westerners. She is the author of many books and audiobooks, including the best-sellingWhen Things Fall ApartandDon't Bite the Hook.