{"product_id":"the-ordinary-magic-of-meditation-9781645474630","title":"The Ordinary Magic of Meditation","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover practical tools and insight for integrating spiritual practice into your daily routine, with guidance from 35 well-known authors and artists. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This inspiring book, edited by John Welwood, reveals how the simple practice of mindfulness can be a magical and transformative part of anyone's daily life. Meditation and spiritual practice are often perceived as separate from everyday life, demanding time and effort beyond our usual routines. \u003ci\u003eOrdinary Magic of Meditation\u003c\/i\u003e demonstrates the opposite of this misconception. Featuring thirty-five wide-ranging essays written by well-known spiritual teachers, therapists, and creative artists, this extensive collection shows: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHow learning to focus awareness can bring a new richness to ordinary activities;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHow mindfulness can heighten creative pursuits such as painting, journal writing, or playing music;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eHow contemplative awareness enhances both physical and psychological well-being;\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAnd how meditation can contribute to better relationships with family, community, and the world at large. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003eLearn to see the world with new eyes, as leading figures like Pema Chödrön, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Jack Kornfield share their secrets for embracing the magic of the mundane.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John Welwood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Shambhala\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 384\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.19lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.44h x 5.44w x 1.27d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781645474630\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a psychotherapist, teacher, and author, John Welwood has been a pioneer in integrating psychological and spiritual work. Welwood has published six books, including the best-selling \u003ci\u003eJourney of the Heart\u003c\/i\u003e (HarperCollins, 1990), as well as \u003ci\u003eChallenge of the Heart \u003c\/i\u003e(Shambhala, 1985), and \u003ci\u003eLove and Awakening \u003c\/i\u003e(HarperCollins, 1996). He is an associate editor of the \u003ci\u003eJournal for Transpersonal Psychology. \u003c\/i\u003eHe leads workshops and trainings in psychospiritual work and conscious relationship throughout the world.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"John Welwood \/ Paperback \/ English","offer_id":48351885754525,"sku":"9781645474630","price":29.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_ca25ee18-6887-4412-ab03-b3cc51af6455.jpg?v=1779983660","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-ordinary-magic-of-meditation-9781645474630","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}