Pandit Dasa spent fifteen years living as a monk – not in a remote retreat but in the heart of New York City. When he emerged from his monastic life, he became a speaker instead, inspiring others to live more mindfully. He gives us some tips on how to re-emerge into the busy world, including […]
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Science journalist and bestselling author, Jo Marchant
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A Bridge to the Future, Jonny Benjamin MBE
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Cultivating the Compassionate Mind, Paul Gilbert OBE
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Expert in self-compassion, Dr. Kristin Neff
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