Rick Hanson - Just 12 Things

From Rick Hanson's newsletter, Just One Thing, some gift ideas - interesting to see Wilber, et al, mentioned: Integral Life Practice.

Just One Thing

This is Just Twelve Things: a dozen books or courses that I really value and think you might like to give as a holiday present - even to yourself.

I'll be sending out a regular Just One Thing column in the next few days. It's on receiving generosity - which warms the heart, keeps the circle of giving going, and flows well with this season.

Twelve times warm wishes to you,

Rick

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In alphabetical order:

Awakening Joy - This on-line course from James Baraz (one of my own teachers) is super accessible, nurturing, fun, heart-warming and effective

Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom - How to use modern science, informed by ancient contemplative wisdom, to change your own brain for more joy, more fulfilling relationships, and more inner peace. (OK, I wrote this one, but would put it on the list even if I hadn't!)

The Comfort Cafe - Jennifer Louden, author of the best-selling The Woman's Comfort Book, offers a rich collection of resources each month to give women a sanctuary, support, tools and tips, and encouragement.

Depression Is Contagious - A senior psychologist, Michael Yapko, shows how relationship issues can cause depression, and vice versa, and what you can do.

Do One Thing Different - The book that landed Bill O'Hanlon on Oprah: down-to-earth solutions for making those little, do-able changes that produce big results over time.

Epiphany - Elise Ballard's lovely, uplifting collection of true accounts of life-changing moments from both public figures (e.g., Maya Angelou, Deepak Chopra, Barry Manilow) and folks you've never heard of, but really should.

Integral Life Practice - From Ken Wilber and Terry Patten, this is a highly readable, comprehensive, and useful summary of methods for improving your health, well-being, relationships, and spiritual life.

The Meditative Gardener - Gorgeous book full of reflections and earthy advice from Cheryl Wilfong about the joys and other rewards of mindfulness in your garden.

Mindful Motherhood - Cassi Vieten's heart-touching book full of deep insights and gentle advice for staying sane during pregnancy and your child's first year.

Raising Happiness - This on-line course - based on Christine Carter's marvelous book of the same name - teaches effective ways, based on solid science and her real-world experience, to raise happy kids while staying happy yourself.

Saltwater Buddha - Jaimal Yogis' stunning, funny, gripping, true story of running away from home as a teenager to learn to surf - and finding waves of both water and personal transformation.

Spirit Rock Meditation Center - Check out the workshops and retreats from this peaceful, welcoming, world-renowned center.

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