Meditative Mind: The Varieties of Meditative Experience (Classics of Personal Development)

by Daniel Goleman (Author), RamDass (Foreword)

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  1999

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  The Varieties of Meditative Experience Daniel Goleman's highly acclaimed study of the art of meditation in the context of the world's great religions -- including Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, Jewish and Christian. For many years meditation has been used in medicine, psychology, education and self-development as a means of reducing stress, healing the body of illness and promoting emotional wellbeing. With the aid of this book even the complete novice can find a spiritual path which will lead to greater awareness and enlightenment. this accessible introduction covers many subjects including: * comparisons of Eastern and Western mysticism * the healing properties of meditation * a comprehensive study of different techniques * altered states of consciousness * the psychology of meditation