{"product_id":"the-little-book-of-zen-a-beginners-guide-to-the-art-of-zen-9781800071971","title":"The Little Book of Zen: A Beginner's Guide to the Art of Zen","description":"\u003cb\u003eA beginner's guide to the art of zen by Astrid Carvel\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow can we be happy?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should we treat others?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow should we spend our time?\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eZen is a philosophy for living in a state of kindness, gratitude and awareness, teaching us to be present and to experience the world as it truly is. This book will guide you through the concepts of Zen, revealing how you can apply its principles to your daily life and how you can reap the benefits to gain a greater sense of peace and calm. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAre you ready to discover the secrets of Zen? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWithin these pages you'll find: \u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe history of the Zen school of thought, and how it has shaped the world we live in today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn introduction to Zen practices and beliefs, including the Six Virtues and the Five Precepts, and to Zen ceremonies, holidays and rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for cultivating and perfecting your practice, and developing your own sense of \"Zen\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step instructions for trying various meditations and exercises for yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeas to make your daily life and home more Zen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExercises in Zen arts, such as calligraphy, painting, gardening and flower arranging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWise words from the world's most enlightened thinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThought-provoking Zen teachings to help you see things in a new light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAstrid Carvel\u003c\/b\u003e is a white witch based in Sussex, UK, who enjoys reading literature on Wicca in her spare time. She is also the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Witchcraft \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eThe Little Book of Spells\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Summersdale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50525853319442,"sku":"9781800071971","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_23fc4ae6-0a8d-4f2d-aba5-1ba5eeebc8c1.jpg?v=1731245172","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-little-book-of-zen-a-beginners-guide-to-the-art-of-zen-9781800071971","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}