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Get on the path to Zen bliss—the essential beginner’s guide to Buddhism
How is an awakening different from enlightenment? Can agnostics and atheists be Buddhist? What are you supposed to think about during meditation? In
No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners, author Noah Rasheta—renowned Buddhism teacher and host of the popular Secular Buddhism podcast—delivers an easily accessible introduction to the teachings of Buddhism that anyone can dive into! Inside, you’ll discover the basics of Buddhism and how to apply the philosophies in your everyday life. A 4-part overview—Learn the fundamentals with chapters about the Buddha, key Buddhist concepts, the Buddha’s teachings, and current Buddhist practices. Straightforward Q&As—Simplify the key concepts of Buddhism, like mindfulness, Zen, and why Buddhism is so has been around so long, into easy-to-understand ideas. “Everyday Buddhism” Sidebars—Make Buddhism less abstract with quick callouts throughout the book that offer down-to-earth examples of Buddhism that are all around you.Presented in a simple, conversational style, this friendly spiritual book provides the groundwork for building (or continuing) your own Buddhist practice.
