The Art of Simple Living | Free Book
Relax and find happiness amid the swirl of the modern world with this internationally bestselling guide to simplifying your life by the renowned Zen Buddhist author of Don’t Worry and How to Let Things Go.
In clear, practical, easily adopted lessons--one a day for 100 days--renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to teach you to Zen your life. Discover how . . .
Lesson #4: lining up your shoes after you take them off can bring order to your mind;Lesson #11: putting down your fork after every bite can help you feel more grateful for what you have;Lesson #18: immersing yourself in zazen can sweep the clutter from your mind;Lesson #23: joining your hands together in gassho can soothe irritation and conflict;Lesson #27: going outside to watch the sunset can make every day feel celebratory;Lesson #42: planting a flower and watching it grow can teach you to embrace change;Lesson #67: understanding the concept of ichi-go ichi-e can make everyday interactions more meaningful;Lesson #85: practicing chisoku can help you feel more fulfilled.
A minimalist line drawing appears opposite each lesson on an otherwise blank page, giving you an opportunity to relax with a deep breath between lessons. With each daily practice, you will learn to find happiness not by seeking out extraordinary experiences but by making small changes to your life, opening yourself up to a renewed sense of peace and inner calm.
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In The Press
“Even just the title of this book appeals. There are many reasons
that a Zen monk might acquire a lifetime of wisdom—the least of
which is my personal edification—but I’m grateful for it all the
same.” —Estelle Tang, Elle.com
“100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily to add
more calm to your life . . . The Art of Simple Living brings
the spirit of Zen Buddhism to everyday life.” —The Daily Telegraph
“Powerful . . . A profoundly beautiful work, easy to
read, encouraging deep thought and reflection, but most importantly,
acting as a practical guide to Zen action.” —The Japan Times
“This international bestseller has helped people around
the world quiet the chaos of everyday life, stress less and appreciate
more. . . . Masuno’s tips are easy to execute. . . . Through this
inspiring guide, Masuno shows that every step you take on the path of
personal growth, no matter how small, can have a major impact.” —BookPage
“A bestseller in Japan, this will certainly resonate with
fans of Zen practice, or those simply looking to declutter a busy
mind.” —Publishers Weekly
“100 deceptively simple daily practices . . . to help you
find, and embrace, the stillness at the center of your existence.” —Energy Times
“Pithy tips on how to increase our feelings of
well-being.” ―Lion’s Roar: Buddhist Wisdom for Our Time
“Living a simpler life is a practice. It’s ordinary and
it’s everyday. Shunmyo Masuno’s simple and relevant practices land
gently and with the most comforting ordinariness, like a warm breath
of familiarity to us, the frazzled masses.” —Sarah Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of
First, We Make the Beast Beautiful
“Our mind is blazing in the new dopamine war between
alarmist news and attention-hooking apps.
The Art of Simple Living is a bucket of water on the flames.”
—Neil Pasricha, New York Times bestselling author
of The Book of Awesome and The Happiness Equation
“I love this book. These little Zen practices can bring so much
serenity to your life.” —Francine Jay, bestselling author of The Joy of Less and
Lightly
“I haven’t carried a purse in years, but this book almost
made me wish I did, so I could keep it within reach.” —Cait Flanders, bestselling author of The Year of Less
“I love The Art of Simple Living. With
easy-to-follow, inspiring advice and lovely stories illustrating
little things you can do that can have a big effect on your peace of
mind, it’ll bring joyful moments into every day of your life.” —James Wallman, bestselling author of Stuffocation
“The Art of Simple Living makes the
time-tested wisdom of the Buddha radically accessible by providing
easy-to-follow yet profound practices that blend perfectly with, and
are a natural part of, everyday life. It is an encouraging and
straightforward companion for all who seek to amplify the inherent
peace of their minds.” —Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, author of Emotional Rescue and Rebel Buddha
“This little treasure needs to be at every bedside. It awakens
us to the most ordinary, everyday moments of our lives, revealing the
richness, peace, and joy that come from living simply.” —Allan Lokos, founder and guiding teacher, Community Meditation
Center, NYC; author of Through the Flames, Patience, and Pocket Peace
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