Aging as a Spiritual Practice: A Contemplative Guide to Growing Older and Wiser

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The bestselling author of Work as a Spiritual Practice presents a user’s life guide to aging well and making every year fulfilling and transformative.

Everything changes. For Zen Buddhist priest and meditation teacher Lewis Richmond, this fundamental Buddhist tenet is the basis for a new inner road map that emerges in the later years, charting an understanding that can bring new possibilities and a wealth of appreciation and gratitude for the life journey itself.

Aging as a Spiritual Practice is a wise, compassionate book that guides readers through the four key stages of aging—such as “Lightning Strikes” (the moment we wake up to our aging)—as well as the processes of adapting to change, embracing who we are, and appreciating our unique life chapters. Unlike many philosophical works on aging this one incorporates illuminating facts from scientific researchers, doctors, and psychologists as well as contemplative practices and guided meditations. Breath by breath, moment by moment, Richmond’s teachings inspire limitless opportunities for a joy that transcends age.

From the Publisher

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Avery
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 31, 2012
Edition ‏ : ‎ Reprint
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1592407471
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1592407477
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.23 x 0.69 x 7.94 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #81,342 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #42 in Midlife Self-Help #77 in Aging Parents (Books) #345 in Spiritual Self-Help (Books)
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