Elisha Goldstei - MBSR Every Day: Daily Practices From the Heart of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction

This book shows us the heart of mindfulness. It reveals how the power of being present, the deepening of our own awareness, and the building of our own resiliency will help us thrive in our ever-changing and growingly complicated world. This book will help you settle down and settle in to the deeper and more tenacious part of who you arethe part you have probably been looking for all along.

Tim Ryan, US representative, Ohio, and author of A Mindful Nation

Inviting, wise, and practical. A must-read for those new to mindfulness and longtime MBSR graduates, alike. MBSR Every Day will inspire you to be your best self, to live fully, and to stay motivated to just do it and practice mindfulness every day.

Susan Bauer-Wu, PhD, RN, Tussi and John Kluge Endowed Professor in contemplative end-of-life care at the University of Virginia School of Nursing, and author of Leaves Falling Gently

If you are looking for a practical and easy-to-read guide to applying the wisdom of the mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) program to your everyday life, this book is for you. Elisha Goldstein and Bob Stahl have teamed up to offer an invaluable treasure trove of scientifically proven techniques we can apply to the everyday hassles and challenges of our busy modern lives. I highly recommend this book for novice practitioners, as well as experienced meditators who want to revitalize their practices.

Patricia A. Jennings, MEd, PhD, associate professor at the Curry School of Education, University of Virginia, and author of Mindfulness for Teachers

With clarity and simplicity, the authors outline practical strategies for living an inspired, connected, and openhearted lifeone with balance, steadiness, and wisdom amidst the inevitable joys and sorrows. Highly recommended.

Tara Healey, MEd, program director of Mindfulness-Based Learning at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care

Elisha Goldstein and Bob Stahl convey the sweetness and depth that can be found by bringing awareness to the simple activities and experiences of a typical modern life. Beginners and longtime practitioners alike will be inspired by the doorways that lead to deep inner truths.

Megan Cowan, cofounder of Mindful Schools

This is a book worth carrying around with you. Its a rich treasury of easily digestible practices that can help make mindfulness an everyday refreshing habit rather than a dutiful chore. Its also filled with helpful background research and insightful commentary.

Barry Boyce, editor-in-chief of Mindful (mindful.org)

Take one amazing program that has brought relief to thousands of people across the planet, add two wise and warm teachers with deep experience and clarity of expression, blend them together with compassion and practicality, and you have this book: a shining gem that distills the essence of MBSR into simple yet powerful reflections, exercises, and practices. Just as MBSR is a collection of moments, so is this book. Clear, helpful, kindhearted, and practical, MBSR Every Day is a valuable guide to anyone who seeks to live a more mindful life.

Steven D. Hickman, PsyD, clinical psychologist, executive director at the UCSD Center for Mindfulness, and associate clinical professor in the UCSD department of psychiatry

Authors Goldstein and Stahl teach us how to cultivate a mindful, heartful awareness with great simplicity and mastery. Giving yourself to the practices offered in this clear, wise, easy-to-use book is truly a gift to the soul. Enjoy!

Tara Brach, PhD, author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge

Publishers Note

This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the publisher is not engaged in rendering psychological, financial, legal, or other professional services. If expert assistance or counseling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought.

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Copyright 2015 by Elisha Goldstein and Bob Stahl New Harbinger Publications, Inc. 5674 Shattuck Avenue Oakland, CA 94609 www.newharbinger.com

Cover design by Amy Shoup; Interior design by Michele Waters-Kermes;

Acquired by Jess OBrien; Edited by Jennifer Eastman

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This book is dedicated to all who choose to bring mindfulness into their everyday lives. This makes the world a better place to live in.