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New to the genre? These 5 are the books to read first.
Wherever You Go, There You Are
Jon Kabat-ZinnA widely read introduction to secular mindfulness that presents practice as ordinary attention to present experience, with short chapters and simple exercises.
Full Catastrophe Living
Jon Kabat-ZinnDescribes the stress reduction program he developed and gives a fuller account of the methods behind modern mindfulness-based programs.
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
Shunryū SuzukiTalks by a Zen teacher on sitting practice and an open, non-judgmental attitude; a standard entry point to Zen in English.
The Miracle of Mindfulness
Thích Nhất HạnhA short guide to mindful breathing and everyday mindfulness written by a Vietnamese Zen teacher for general readers.
10% Happier
Dan HarrisA television journalist's account of his skepticism about meditation and his experience of trying it, useful for readers who want a critical, non-mystical approach.
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