How to Sit (Mindfulness Essentials)

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“Sit” = “Meditate.” Clear, simple directions for anyone wanting to explore mindfulness meditation. 
The first book in The Mindfulness Essentials series, a back-to-basics collection from world-renowned Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh that introduces everyone to the essentials of mindfulness practice. 
In short, single-paragraph chapters, Nhat Hanh shares detailed instructions, guided breathing exercises and visualizations, as well as his own personal stories and insights. This pocket-sized book is perfect for those brand new to sitting meditation as well as for those looking to deepen their spiritual practice.
With sumi-ink drawings by Jason DeAntonis.

From the Publisher

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Parallax Press
Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 7, 2014
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 120 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1937006581
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1937006587
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.79 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4 x 0.33 x 6.06 inches
Book 1 of 9 ‏ : ‎ Mindfulness Essentials
Best Sellers Rank: #93,275 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #44 in Zen Spirituality #55 in Zen Philosophy (Books) #289 in Meditation (Books)
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