How to Meditate

Created especially for the beginner, this in-depth course helps you honestly meet and compassionately relate with your mind. Learn the basics of mindfulness awareness practice (proper posture, breathing and relaxation), as well as shamatha (also known as calm abiding), the art of stabilizing the mind. Overcome common obstacles, like physical discomfort and difficult emotions with the gentleness, patience and humor of American-born, Tibetan Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön.

5 CDs, 5 3/4 hours.