{"product_id":"how-to-communicate-like-a-buddhist-paperback","title":"How to Communicate Like a Buddhist - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCynthia Kane\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Instruction Manual for Clear Communication\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The most well-known Buddhist teachers on the planet all have something in common: they are excellent communicators. This is not a coincidence, as the Buddha taught what are called the four elements of right speech over 2,600 years ago. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In this one-of-a-kind book, certified meditation and mindfulness instructor Cynthia Kane has taken the four elements of right speech and developed them into a modern practice based on mindful listening, mindful speech, and mindful silence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Beginning with an illuminating self-test to assess your current communication style, this book will take you through the author's own five-step practice, which will help you learn to: \u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Listen to yourself (your internal and external words) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Listen to others \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Speak consciously, concisely, and clearly \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Regard silence as a part of speech \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Meditate to enhance your communication skills \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e If you have ever felt misheard, had trouble stating how you feel, or longed to have more meaningful and genuine conversations, this book can help. The simple steps outlined here will have a lasting effect on how you communicate with yourself and others. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Communication is essential to being human, and when you become better at it, your personal truth will become clearer, your relationships will improve, and you will experience more peace and harmony in your life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Fans of Thich Nhat Hanh will appreciate these simple, clear instructions for how to transform everyday communication into \"right speech.\" \u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCynthia Kane\u003c\/b\u003e is a certified meditation and mindfulness instructor. Her work has appeared in numerous publications, including \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post, Yoga Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eHuffington Post\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in Washington, DC, and offers workshops and private programs. Visit her at www.cynthiakane.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.6 x 7.9 x 5.2 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 18, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42725635620927,"sku":"9781938289514","price":21.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/428b6eea06347aa49f4a84d6c527f53a.webp?v=1765107353","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/how-to-communicate-like-a-buddhist-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}