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Buddhism for Busy People traces the author David Michie's journey from a high‑level corporate communications consultant to a practitioner of Tibetan Buddhist meditation and philosophy. Inspired by a conversation with a naturopath, he seeks deeper fulfillment beyond material success. In this straightforward, humor‑infused text he explains how Buddhist practice reveals the difference between fleeting worldly pleasures and a lasting sense of serenity rooted in inner nature. The book offers accessible guidance for integrating meditation into daily routines and cultivating lasting well‑being.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Religion & Spirituality/Buddhism
Authors: David Michie
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