Strength in the Storm - by Eknath Easwaran (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Stress and anxiety affect many of us as we struggle with work pressures, money worries, strained relationships, and the nagging sense that life may be running out of our control. But in the midst of chaos we can find balance, peace, and even wisdom, Easwaran says, if we learn to steady our minds. It's a simple idea, but one that runs deep - a truly calm mind can weather any storm. <BR>A highly respected teacher of meditation, Eknath Easwaran offers a wealth of insights, real-life stories and practical suggestions to help us try something more successful next time we're facing our stressors. He explains how to use a mantram (or mantra) to quiet the mind. He describes how to slow down and stay in the present, improve creativity and concentration, shed anxieties and resentments, strengthen our relationships, and stay kind and strong when faced with conflicts, supporting those around us. <BR>We learn to calm the mind through practice - there's no magic about it. We can't control what life throws at us, but we can learn to access the courage, patience, and compassion that we need to ride the waves of life minute-by-minute, day-by-day.<BR><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Find balance, peace, and even wisdom, by learning to steady the mind.</b> <p/>Stress and anxiety affect many of us as we struggle with work pressures, money worries, strained relationships, and the nagging sense that life may be running out of our control. But a truly calm mind can weather any storm. <p/> Eknath Easwaran, a respected teacher of meditation, offers a wealth of insights, real-life stories and practical suggestions to help us try something more successful next time we're facing our stressors. He explains how to use a mantram (or mantra) to quiet the mind. He describes how to slow down and stay in the present, improve creativity and concentration, shed anxieties and resentments, strengthen our relationships, and stay kind and strong when faced with conflicts, supporting those around us. <p/> Easwaran (1910-1999) left a rich archive with thousands of recorded talks, as well as works in progress to be completed under the direction of his wife and editor, Christine Easwaran. <i>Strength in the Storm</i> is drawn from his essays and other previously unpublished material. Each chapter contains: <br> * An introduction, presenting Easwaran's timeless ideas in the light of today's challenges<br> * Easwaran's article, which is the main part of each chapter<br> * A workbook section to help get the most out of each article. <p/> We learn to calm the mind through practice - there's no magic about it. We can't control what life throws at us, but we can learn to access the courage, patience, and compassion that we need to ride the waves of life minute-by-minute, day-by-day.<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>Stress and anxiety affect many of us as we struggle with work pressures, money worries, strained relationships, and the nagging sense that life may be running out of control. But in the midst of chaos we can find balance, peace, and wisdom, Easwaran says, if we learn to steady our minds. It's a simple idea, but one that runs deep - a truly calm mind can weather any storm. <p/>Eknath Easwaran (1910-1999) is widely respected as a teacher of meditation and as an authentic guide to spiritual living. More than 1.5 million of his books are in print. <p/>"I have long found the writings of Eknath Easwaran to be models of clarity, simplicity, and practicality." -Andrew Weil, MD, Author of <i>Spontaneous Happiness</i> <p/><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>I have long found the writings of Eknath Easwaran to be models of clarity, simplicity, and practicality.<br>-- Andrew Weil, M.D., author of <i>Healthy Aging and Spontaneous Happiness</i> <p/>An excellent book for all those who sincerely desire peace, both within themselves and the world.<br>-- Arun Gandhi, Founder, M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence <p/>In <i>Strength in the Storm, </i> a handsomely crafted new book . . . Easwaran writes from the heart with great warmth. This book will appeal to readers who are seeking genuine support in difficult times. Easwaran has a deep understanding of people's needs, and you can feel that he talks and teaches from personal experience.<br>-- <i>Branches of Light</i> <p/><i>Strength in the Storm</i> is highly recommended and personally rewarding reading.<br>-- <i>Midwest Book Review</i><br><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Eknath Easwaran</b> (1910-1999) is respected around the world as an authentic guide to timeless wisdom, and as the originator of passage meditation, an eight-point program of universal spiritual practices that includes slowing down and one-pointed attention. In 1961 he founded the Blue Mountain Center of Meditation, which carries on his work with publications and retreats. Easwaran's books on spiritual living have been published in 26 languages. His translations of the Indian spiritual classics are bestsellers in English, and more than 1.5 million of his books are in print. A gifted teacher who lived for many years in the West, Easwaran lived what he taught, giving him enduring appeal as a teacher and author of deep insight and warmth.<br>
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