The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: How to Be Calm in a Busy World by Haemin Sunim

The multimillion-copy bestselling book of spiritual wisdom about the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced world, by the Buddhist author of Love for Imperfect Things

Is it the world that’s busy, or is it my mind?

The world moves fast, but that doesn’t mean we have to. This bestselling mindfulness guide by Haemin Sunim (which means “spontaneous wisdom”), a renowned Buddhist meditation teacher born in Korea and educated in the United States, illuminates a path to inner peace and balance amid the overwhelming demands of everyday life.

By offering guideposts to well-being and happiness in eight areas—including relationships, love, and spirituality—Haemin Sunim emphasizes the importance of forging a deeper connection with others and being compassionate and forgiving toward ourselves. The more than twenty full-color illustrations that accompany his teachings serve as calming visual interludes, encouraging us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.

Review

Forbes' "Greatest Self-Help Books of All Time"

“Wonderful . . . They read almost like haikus.” —Lakshmi Singh, NPR’s All Things Considered

“Ancient Buddhist philosophy for the modern age . . . Profound but relatable wisdom on coping with the daily grind—and on keeping sight of what really matters. Leave this book on your nightstand to clear your head before bed.” —Real Simple

“Wise advice on how to reflect and slow down.” —Elle, “10 Books Kim Kardashian’s Book Club Should Read”

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Life; Translation edition (February 7, 2017)

Language ‏ : ‎ English

Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0143130773

ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0143130772

Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds

Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 1 x 5.2 x 7.1 inches

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