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Es ist eine zutiefst wahre, unendlich befreiende Erkenntnis: 'Die allermeisten deiner kleinen und großen Sorgen sind völlig unnötig', sagt Shunmyo Masuno, 'denn 90 Prozent davon werden sich gar nicht bewahrheiten.' In kurzen, inspirierenden Lektionen zeigt der Zen-Mönch, wie wir zu ungeahnter Leichtigkeit und Gelassenheit finden. Er ermutigt dazu, achtsam im Moment zu bleiben, ständiges Vergleichen mit anderen endlich zu beenden, sich nicht von der Informationsflut aus dem inneren Gleichgewicht bringen zu lassen, aktiv zu werden, anstatt zu jammern - und gibt noch 44 weitere wertvolle Impulse. Schritt für Schritt befreien wir uns von unnötigen Ängsten und Sorgen, beruhigen unseren Geist - und können endlich wieder den Blick darauf richten, was das Leben so schön und einzigartig macht!- Der Bestseller aus Japan: Wie wir überflüssige Ängste loslassen und ganz entspannt im gegenwärtigen Moment leben- Von den lebensnahen Ratschlägen des modernen Zen-Mönchs profitieren auch Nicht-Buddhisten - seine Bücher erscheinen in über 35 Ländern

Es ist eine zutiefst wahre, unendlich befreiende Erkenntnis: 'Die allermeisten deiner kleinen und großen Sorgen sind völlig unnötig', sagt Shunmyo Masuno, 'denn 90 Prozent davon werden sich gar nicht bewahrheiten.' In kurzen, inspirierenden Lektionen zeigt der Zen-Mönch, wie wir zu ungeahnter Leichtigkeit und Gelassenheit finden. Er ermutigt dazu, achtsam im Moment zu bleiben, ständiges Vergleichen mit anderen endlich zu beenden, sich nicht von der Informationsflut aus dem inneren Gleichgewicht bringen zu lassen, aktiv zu werden, anstatt zu jammern u.v.m. Schritt für Schritt befreien wir uns von unnötigen Ängsten und Sorgen, beruhigen unseren Geist und können wieder den Blick darauf richten, was das Leben schön und einzigartig macht!

Discover why 90% of your worries won’t come true in this highly practical, internationally bestselling guide by the renowned Zen Buddhist author of The Art of Simple Living and How to Let Things Go.<BR><BR>Think of a time when you were worried about something, but then you suddenly realized how insignificant it was. Isn’t it amazing how much lighter you felt? The key is to focus only on the here and now. By doing so, you free yourself from unnecessary anxiety, and your mind will be at peace. In Don’t Worry, you will learn to:<BR><BR>- Lesson #1: stop comparing yourself to others—90% of your obsessions will disappear;- Lesson #4: remove unnecessary things from your life and make your life absolutely simple;- Lesson #10: stop seeking, stop rushing, stop obsessing;- Lesson #11: interpret things positively—you are the one to decide whether you are happy or not;- Lesson #14: stop taking in too much information;- Lesson #19: take a break from competition—it’s the Zen way of avoiding anxiety;- Lesson #24: act instead of worrying—things will definitely work out better.<BR>By following this book’s 48 simple lessons—and taking to heart the nearly 30 zengo, or Zen sayings, quoted throughout—you’ll enjoy a calmer, more relaxed, more positive version of yourself.<BR><BR>A PENGUIN LIFE TITLE

Be more Zen in 2025 with this little book of 100 tips and activities to soothe the soul<BR><BR>'Brings the spirit of Zen Buddhism to everyday life . . . 100 snack-size Zen activities you can do daily to add more calm to your life' Daily Telegraph<BR>_______<BR><BR>Zen is the perfect antidote to the stress and uncertainty of modern life . . .<BR><BR>In clear, practical and easy to follow lessons - one a day for 100 days - renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to show you how to apply the essence of Zen to modern life.<BR><BR>You will learn how to exhale deeply to eliminate negative emotions, to arrange your house simply to clear your thinking, to line up your shoes at night to bring order to your mind, to plant a single flower and watch it grow, to worry less about what you cannot control, and so much more . . .<BR><BR>You will even make time to think about nothing at all.<BR><BR>Simplify your life with the art of Zen, and learn how to feel more relaxed, fulfilled, and with a renewed sense of peace.<BR>_______<BR><BR>'Full of the simplest yet richest rituals to adopt in order to live a long and happy life, this book of wisdom is a soothing balm of peace for anyone living in the busy modern world' Psychologies<BR><BR>'Does for mental clutter what Marie Kondo has done for household clutter' Publisher's Weekly<BR><BR>'This little treasure needs to be at every bedside' llan Lokos, author of Through the Flames, Patience, and Pocket Peace<BR><BR>'Zen: The Art of Simple Living makes the wisdom of the Buddha radically accessible' Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, author of Emotional Rescue and Rebel Buddha

Feel your everyday stresses melt away with 48 simple, accessible and achievable lessons in this beautiful mindfulness guide<BR><BR>From the renowned Bhuddist monk and million-copy bestselling author of Zen: The Art of Simple Living, Shunmyo Masuno<BR>_________<BR><BR>Learn to let go of stress, change how you worry, and improve your life for good with this invaluable companion for reducing anxiety and maintaining calm.<BR><BR>Shunmyo Masuno, Zen Buddhist Monk and million copy bestselling author of Zen: The Art of Simple Living, will teach you how to relieve the anxieties of everyday life in 48 vital, easy-to-achieve lessons.<BR><BR>With Don't Worry, you will learn how to:<BR>Focus on the here and now<BR> Improve your most important relationships<BR> Take a step back from your worries<BR> Regain control of your thoughts<BR> Learn ways to accept yourself as you are<BR><BR>By following these simple steps, you can enjoy a calmer, more relaxed, positive version of yourself.

Think of letting things go as setting them free.<BR>Amid the relentless cycle of news, social media, emails and texts, it can be hard to know when, if ever, you can take a break. In this insightful book, renowned Zen Buddhist monk, Shunmyo Masuno, offers us a radical message: sometimes the best thing you can do is nothing at all.<BR><BR>You will learn 99 empowering tips and truths that will help you ease the pressure, including how to say no and accept that you cannot do what you cannot do, that social media is a tool and nothing more, that decisions should be made in the light of day - not rushed into - and that we should take more breaks the busier we become.<BR>How to Let Things Go will teach you how to relinquish control and find a way to a calmer, more fulfilling life.<BR>

"Does for mental clutter what Marie Kondo has done for household clutter." —Publishers Weekly<BR><BR>Relax and find happiness amid the swirl of the modern world with this internationally bestselling guide to simplifying your life by the renowned Zen Buddhist author of Don’t Worry and How to Let Things Go.<BR><BR>In clear, practical, easily adopted lessons—one a day for 100 days—renowned Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno draws on centuries of wisdom to teach you to Zen your life. Discover how . . .<BR><BR><BR>- Lesson #4: lining up your shoes after you take them off can bring order to your mind;- Lesson #11: putting down your fork after every bite can help you feel more grateful for what you have;- Lesson #18: immersing yourself in zazen can sweep the clutter from your mind;- Lesson #23: joining your hands together in gassho can soothe irritation and conflict;- Lesson #27: going outside to watch the sunset can make every day feel celebratory;- Lesson #42: planting a flower and watching it grow can teach you to embrace change;- Lesson #67: understanding the concept of ichi-go ichi-e can make everyday interactions more meaningful;- Lesson #85: practicing chisoku can help you feel more fulfilled.<BR>A minimalist line drawing appears opposite each lesson on an otherwise blank page, giving you an opportunity to relax with a deep breath between lessons. With each daily practice, you will learn to find happiness not by seeking out extraordinary experiences but by making small changes to your life, opening yourself up to a renewed sense of peace and inner calm.<BR><BR>A PENGUIN LIFE TITLE

“You might have encountered the ‘let them’ theory, inspired by the book of the same name by motivational speaker Mel Robbins. . . . Another book with a similar message [is] How to Let Things Go. . . . Perfectly designed for modern readers . . . it provides a deeply practical approach to life.” —Buddhistdoor Global<BR><BR>Feeling overwhelmed? Step away from life's demands and free yourself up for what matters with this succinct and sensible guide by the Zen Buddhist author of the international bestsellers The Art of Simple Living and Don't Worry.<BR><BR>Amid the relentless cycle of news, social media, emails, and texts, it can be hard to know when, if ever, you can take a break from everything clamoring for your attention. The internationally bestselling Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno offers a radical message: You can leave it all be, and, indeed, sometimes the best thing you can learn is how to do nothing. How to Let Things Go will teach you to:<BR><BR>- Lesson #2: Give people space—being caring and being nosy are not the same thing.- Lesson #15: Remember that social media is a tool and nothing more.- Lesson #19: Let a relationship come to an end rather than force it.- Lesson #40: Think of letting things go not as throwing them away but as setting them free.- Lesson #75: Make decisions in the light of the morning—don't rush into them.- Lesson #90: Slow down and take more breaks.<BR>With these and ninety-three other practical tips, you can abandon the futile pursuit of trying to control everything and discover the key to a fulfilling social life; individual well-being; and a calmer, more focused mind.

Wie wir loslassen, was uns blockiertFühlen Sie sich auch oft überwältigt von den Anforderungen des Alltags? Der Bestsellerautor und Zen-Mönch Shunmyo Masuno hat eine radikale Botschaft: Wir können alles loslassen - manchmal ist es sogar das Beste, einfach nichts zu tun! Mithilfe seiner 99 prägnanten, inspirierenden Impulse wird es möglich, das mühevolle Streben nach Kontrolle aufzugeben, das Chaos zu bändigen und alles loszulassen, was uns ablenkt und blockiert: die ständigen Erwartungen, die an uns gestellt werden, unser negatives Gedankenkarussell oder auch die meist überflüssigen Sorgen, die wir uns machen. Indem wir entschleunigen und uns ganz auf das fokussieren, was uns im gegenwärtigen Moment glücklich und zufrieden macht, finden wir zu der befreienden Gewissheit: Das Leben darf leicht sein!- Der Bestseller aus Japan- Wie wir loslassen, was uns blockiert - und genießen, was uns glücklich macht- Von den lebensnahen Ratschlägen des modernen Zen-Mönchs profitieren auch Nichtbuddhisten