books by Sakyong Mipham (wakefulness bodhisattva materialism)

books by Sakyong Mipham

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1 review
Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, ...

Vajradhatu Publications, 2005

A great teacher wrote a great book!
One of the all time greats, so if you want refuge and "basic" items explained he is excellent. I recommend the following teachers besides Trungpa: Pema Chodron, Susuki Roshi, Chagdud Rinpoche; Katagiri Roshi, Reginald Ray . . . for starters!

The Bodhisattva Vow: A Sourcebook

1 review
Chögyam Trungpa, Sakyong Mipham, ...

Vajradhatu Publications, 2005

A good place to start
This is a good little handbook about the Bodhisattva vow. Very clear and concise. Be forewarned that it is not an exhaustive or in-depth study of the vow, but it is great to give to loved ones who are curious about your spiritual path.

Turning the Mind Into an Ally

36 reviews
Sakyong Mipham

Riverhead Trade, 2004

Removing the Clutter from your Mind
Sayong Mipham has produced an easy to digest book involving the basic principles of meditation. At the risk of being overly simplistic, "Turning the Mind into an Ally" involves removing the clutter that crowds the mind. To employ Mipham's own metaphor, our minds often run wild like a horse which needs to be corraled and trained. Even through simple techniques that only involve breathing, one ...

Ruling Your World: Ancient Strategies for Modern Life

21 reviews
Sakyong Mipham

Shambhala Audio, 2007

The Lineage of Shambhala From Father to Son
The son of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Sakyong Mipham who is the lineage holder for the Shambhala world his father revealed, is able to freshly express this royal path. The "crazy wisdom" taste of Trungpa isn't here but is wonderfully matched by the gentle, loving and compassionate clarity of the Sakyong. This is a short book that is very easy to read and reflect upon. The chapters are short and ...

Warrior-King of Shambhala: Remembering Chogyam Trungpa

3 reviews
Jeremy Hayward

Wisdom Publications, 2007

Absolutely Brilliant
Most of us wonder what it would be like to live in an enlightened society. Perhaps we even yearn for that. Jeremy Hayward has written a completely absorbing narrative of his encounter with a warrior-king and the creation of an enlightened society. Perhaps if one of Arthur's knights had written such a narrative it would read like this. Highly recommended for an authentic and heartfelt ...

Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism (Shambhala Library)

34 reviews
Chogyam Trungpa

Shambhala, 2008

Before working with a Spiritual Teacher
If you ever have any intention of formally working with a Spiritual Teacher, this is a must read! It shows that Enlightenment is a process, not a destination. It is a journey of accessing consciousness at deep levels. I have read hundreds of books on spirituality, and this one is authentic, in respect to what is required. Trungpa, clearly lays out the rewards and the ordeals of the spiritual ...

Natural Wakefulness: Discovering the Wisdom We Were Born With
Gaylon Ferguson

Shambhala, 2009

The capacity to awaken is inherent in all of us, and each and every one of us can do it. That?s the heart of Gaylon Ferguson?s remarkably encouraging message in his long-awaited first book?and it?s backed by more than thirty years of study and teaching, duringwhich time he?s inspired thousands of people on the spiritual path. The meditative mind is not somethingwe need to attain, he says, it?s our very nature, and our desire to follow the ...

Smile of the Tiger
Sakyong Mipham

Vajradhatu Publications, 1998

Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche is the author of the best-selling books "Turning the Mind into an Ally" and "Ruling Your World". "Smile of the Tiger" is his first poetry book, published in 1998.

Quiet Mind: A Beginner's Guide to Meditation
Sharon Salzberg, Sakyong Mipham, ...

Shambhala, 2008

A growing body of scientific research is showing that meditation can reduce stress, improve mental performance, and make us happier. For those who are curious about meditation and would like to give it a try, Quiet Mind is a great place to begin.This unique book-and-audio program brings together six of the most respected Buddhist teachers in America, each known for presenting meditation in practical, accessible, and inspiring ways. Each teacher ...