A Path with Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life (Abridged) Audiobook

" Ancient wisdom distilled into simple and accessible ways. I deepened my meditation knowledge and practice from this book. Feeling encouraged, I went on a retreat and many times I returned to the teachings of Jack Kornfield from this spiritual classic. Read it! "

" A gift to my impermanent self. A wonderful book filled with helpful wisdom that this seeker will use along his path for some time to come. "

" This book changed my life, much like "Be Free Where You Are." This book is much more in-depth, however. My meditation professor Marvin Belzer used this as the textbook for our course, and even though the chapters assigned for class did not include its entirety, I found myself reading it cover to cover, it was so healing and captivating. "

" This is a wonderful book, beautifully written, and very insightful. "

" Truly an inspiring book. Each chapter is rich with stories, advice, and meditations guided towards a happier being. It inspires questions, answers, and intrigue. "

" I am about 1/3 through this book and it is beautifully written and incredibly wise - what a wonderful introduction to the world of meditation! "

" Jack Kornfield, one of the great American Buddhist teachers, lays out a beautiful vision for living the Buddhist life in the west in A Path with Heart. He poetically addresses everything from how to choose a teacher to the deep meaning that can be had by following the Buddhist path. "

" Difficult, honest, funny, will get you meditating. "

" Great guide to meditation and companion to CD, MEDITATION for BEGINNERS with Jack Kornfield. Still reading. "

" Very accessible! "

" Actually I only read a little over 1/2 of this book. The beginning was great, but it got a bit monotonous. "

" Sarah recommendation. I took too long to read it. Very good ideas, though. "

" Some good spiritual teachings. like a readers digest of spiritual nuggets. good for when your sick or hurting. Had to read over the dark night of the soul chapter a few times. Good medicine. "

" Continues to remain on my shelf!!! Wonderful insight,,,, going to hear him speak in sept with my daughter!!!!! "

" My favorite book of all time. This brings Bhuddist teaching to a personal level. "

" Great book on developing spiritual practice (life). Gets down to basics. I read "the Wise Heart" before this one (which was very good), and I wish I'd read this one first. "

" An awesome read. A great place to start on modern applications of Tibetan Buddhism. "

" Fabulous journey into Buddhist meditation "

" There's a lot of heart in this book. Sections that deal with various challenges of living A Path with Heart. And quotable/thoughtful passages. Recommended. "

" I read this when my life journey seemed difficult and found peace in developing a spiritual practice. I need to revisit this book/concept and renew my practice. "

" I keep this as my bedside reference for my practice. "

" This book offers a great perspective on applying Buddhist concepts to American modern day life. Kornfield's writing is accessible, even to someone that hasn't read a lot of Buddhist philosophy. His personal anecdotes are very helpful and relatable. "

" Loved this book. Great insight into life. "

" I read this over and over again, learning something new every time. "

" A wonderful book, an excellent introduction to the Buddhist path with explanations and meditations on compassion as a way of life and spiritual growth. "

" This is one of my all time favorite metaphysical/spiritual books. Well written and full of heart. "

" Wonderful and deep book, not something to read all at once, but something to read a little at a time. Great book for thinking about your spiritual path, doesn't have to be Buddhist. "

" A book to revisit again and again..... "

" Jack Kornfield, one of the great American Buddhist teachers, lays out a beautiful vision for living the Buddhist life in the west in A Path with Heart. He poetically addresses everything from how to choose a teacher to the deep meaning that can be had by following the Buddhist path. "

" Jack Kornfield brings years of experience and a strong intuitive feel to his writings. Although he is a Buddhist practitioner, there is a strong universalism to his writings. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a fresh and uplifting spiritual boost! "

" This is one of my favorite books. Great read with lots of good quotes. Highly recomend. "

" This book put into words much of what I've been experiencing in the past year or so through my yoga practice. It's a must. "

" Wonderful and deep book, not something to read all at once, but something to read a little at a time. Great book for thinking about your spiritual path, doesn't have to be Buddhist. "

" This is a wonderful book, beautifully written, and very insightful. "

" Truly an inspiring book. Each chapter is rich with stories, advice, and meditations guided towards a happier being. It inspires questions, answers, and intrigue. "

" I'm re-reading this one, and it is better than I remember. Very accessible (mostly) guide to adapting mindfulness practices, mainly Buddhist, to ordinary life. Not too woo-woo, not too dry. "

" Kornfield shows some understanding here about women's differing needs in spiritual practice. "

" Beautiful book. Clear writing and the writer's voice shines through. You feel like you've been sitting and having a conversation with a wise friend. "