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Radical Compassion: Shambhala Publications Authors on the Path of Boundless Love Kindle Edition

by Shambhala Publications (Author), Ringu Tulku (Contributor), Pema Chodron (Contributor), Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 392 ratings
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What is compassion? Much more than just being nice, compassion is about looking deeply at ourselves and others and recognizing the fundamental goodness we all share. It’s about opening up to the vulnerable space inside every one of us and letting our barriers down. And it’s about daring to be present to ourselves and others with genuine love and kindness. Empowering personal awakening and social change, it might be the most radical and transformative thing we can do.

The cultivation of compassion has long been at the core of Naropa University’s mission, since its origins in 1974—and its students and faculty have been leaders in contemplative education with heart. In celebration of Naropa’s fortieth anniversary, Shambhala Publications is pleased to offer these teachings on the path of compassion from a collection of authors who have helped shape the school’s unique and innovative identity, including:

   • Chögyam Trungpa on opening ourselves more and more to love the whole of humanity
   • Dzogchen Ponlop on how to cultivate altruism with the help of a spiritual mentor
   • Judith L. Lief on the common obstacles to compassion and how to overcome them
   • Gaylon Ferguson on awakening human-heartedness in oneself and society amidst everyday life
   • Diane Musho Hamilton on connecting to natural empathy and taking a compassionate approach to conflict resolution
   • Reginald A. Ray on spiritual practices for developing the enlightened mind and heart in the Mahayana Buddhist tradition
   • Ringu Tulku on the practices of bodhisattvas, those who devote themselves to the path of enlightenment for the sake of all beings
   • Pema Chödrön on building up loving-kindness for oneself and others with help from traditional Buddhist slogans
   • Ken Wilber on what it really means to be a support person, with reflections from his own life
   • Karen Kissel Wegela on avoiding caregiver’s burnout and staying centered amidst our efforts to help those in need
   • and reflections on Naropa University and the meaning of radical compassion from longstanding faculty member Judith Simmer-Brown
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00O3GXESM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Shambhala (September 1, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 1, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 290 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 117 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 392 ratings

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ESSERCUSTOM
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2018
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This book for me was very educational. I've been practicing buddhism for 2 years now (still very much an infant in this vast ocean of wisdom) and have had many questions about what and how to truly practice compassion. This book answered a lot of my questions about compassion and I thank you for that.
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Esther Dan
5.0 out of 5 stars Things that Matter
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2024
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As a Christian, I read this book with an open mind & received lots of good principles that helped. The authors remove the surfaces of life & taps into the deep things that matter
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Ed Barton
4.0 out of 5 stars Anthology
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2022
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An anthology on compassion - ranging from the mystical to the profane - with emphasis on Eastern philosophy. The impact of Buddhism is strong and as with any anthology, some readings are great, some are a bit of a slog. On balance, a good look at the philosophy of compassion.
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Virginia Watson
5.0 out of 5 stars easily accessible instruction for understanding
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2014
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Well written, easily accessible instruction for understanding, developing, and practicing the Buddhist virtue of compassion. Contains valuable meditations and techniques useful for cultivating compassion. An easy read, lighthearted and filled with clear and useful insights.
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Jude
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2016
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Never had a change to read this after cancelling prime. Hence the average rating
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PSubirats
5.0 out of 5 stars Urgent needed for today
Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2021
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One of the best readings on compassion. Excellent selection of authors. If humanity needs urgently a path to survival, start with a radical approach to compassion.
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MICHAEL BLAND
5.0 out of 5 stars Authentic Compassion
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2021
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The series of articles included in book provide very sensible instructions for leading a more inclusive and caring life with other people.
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gk1
5.0 out of 5 stars Radical Compassion
Reviewed in the United States on March 29, 2015
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Great little book written with a series of essays about compassion mainly from the Tibetan Buddhists perspective. The writings were written by the masters and now pass on some of their wisdom to us in this book.
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Jean-Michel
5.0 out of 5 stars What is compassion?
Reviewed in France on November 27, 2021
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Radical compassion means that we never give up on anyone or anything. This does not mean we don't flunk or fire people who don't do their work. It doesn't mean we don't at times have unreasonable feuds. What it does mean is that no human being is ever a lost cause. Radical compassion means, above all, a compassionate society, a life together in environmental generosity that celebrates the most valuable wealth of all - the wealth of what Ferguson calls "human togetherness".
J. SIMMER-BROWN
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BK
5.0 out of 5 stars Compassion is Passion.
Reviewed in India on April 11, 2019
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Compassion is like my passion
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Tommy
5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful and helpful
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 12, 2018
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Great view of radical compassion, what makes it so helpful, how it can be grown and why it can bring healthy change!
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Joab da Silva Gouveia
5.0 out of 5 stars Muito Bom!
Reviewed in Brazil on March 24, 2017
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Recomendo este livro para aqueles que querem aprender mais nesta senda maravilhosa.
Seria Bom se fosse disponibilizado uma versão em português.
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Second to NUN
4.0 out of 5 stars 色んな人が寄稿
Reviewed in Japan on June 9, 2020
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色んな人が寄稿して
いろんな内容が読めるので
便利と言えば便利ですが
統一感はないので
すごくわかりやすいかと言われると
それほどでもない
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