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Item specifics
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- ISBN
- 9781590307182
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1590307186
ISBN-13
9781590307182
eBay Product ID (ePID)
71112204
Product Key Features
Book Title
Being with Dying : Cultivating Compassion and Fearlessness in the Presence of Death
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Death, Grief, Bereavement, Buddhism / Zen (See Also Philosophy / Zen), Terminal Care
Publication Year
2009
Genre
Family & Relationships, Religion, Self-Help, Medical
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
11.2 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"A moving meditation on palliative care. . . . A supremely readable book that will attract readers of all faiths who will appreciate her clarity and compassion and the poignancy of these stories of ordinary people facing their final hours with quiet courage."-Publishers Weekly "This compelling, brave, and wise book draws from a lifetime of remarkable work with people at the end of life."-Andrew Weil, MD "Joan Halifax has a knack for straight talk and sublime insight-a no-holds-barred approach to life's greatest challenge, dying well. This book beckons to those who dare, and those who care; it's a profound and practical guidebook to the inevitable final dance."-Daniel Goleman, author ofEmotional Intelligence, "A moving meditation on palliative care. . . . A supremely readable book that will attract readers of all faiths who will appreciate her clarity and compassion and the poignancy of these stories of ordinary people facing their final hours with quiet courage."- Publishers Weekly "This compelling, brave, and wise book draws from a lifetime of remarkable work with people at the end of life."-Andrew Weil, MD "Joan Halifax has a knack for straight talk and sublime insight-a no-holds-barred approach to life's greatest challenge, dying well. This book beckons to those who dare, and those who care; it's a profound and practical guidebook to the inevitable final dance."-Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence "This book is a gift of wisdom and practical guidance for living."- Ira Byock, MD , author of Dying Well and The Four Things That Matter Most
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
616/.029
Synopsis
A Buddhist teacher draws from her years of experience in caring for the dying to provide inspiring lessons on how to face death with courage and compassion The Buddhist approach to death can be of great benefit to people of all backgrounds--as has been demonstrated by Joan Halifax's decades of work with the dying and their caregivers. A Zen priest and a world-renowned pioneer in care of the dying, Halifax has helped countless people face death with courage and trained caregivers in compassioante end-of-life care. In this book, Halifax offers lessons from dying people and caregivers, as well as guided meditations to help readers contemplate death without fear, develop a commitment to helping others, and transform suffering and resistance into courage. Her teachings affirm that we can open and contact our inner strength--and that we can help others who are suffering to do the same. Being with Dying is a source of wisdom for anyone who is facing their own death, caring for someone who is dying, or wishing to explore the transformative power of the dying process., The Buddhist approach to death can be of great benefit to people of all backgrounds--as has been demonstrated time and again in Joan Halifax's decades of work with the dying and their caregivers. Inspired by traditional Buddhist teachings, her work is a source of wisdom for all those who are charged with a dying person's care, facing their own death, or wishing to explore and contemplate the transformative power of the dying process. Her teachings affirm that we can open and contact our inner strength, and that we can help others who are suffering to do the same.
LC Classification Number
BQ4487
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- u***y (99)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseNot exactly as described. Condition on listing "very good; damaged". Item has puncture/tear in middle of box. Wish used actual pictures instead of stock photo and "shelving wear on corners" to see actual damage. Luckily, not gifting to anyone. Shipping time was reasonable. Shipping packaging was lacking; padded envelope ONLY for a box kit, no protection. Otherwise no damage to actual kit parts. Overall satisfied with this transaction because of price for condition.Pokémon Crochet Eevee Kit: includes materials to make Eevee and instructions fo (#356590683806)
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- 2***a (45)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAmazing deal! The description said like new but the box and cards inside were still wrapped in plastic so it had never been used or opened. There was one little corner on the box that was not perfect but I’ve received brand new decks like that before just from shipping. I will definitely purchase from this seller again.
- a***9 (74)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFast shipper, item was well packed for shipping, item received was not in great condition. But seller quickly responded to the problem, and could not have been more helpful, I would gladly buy from this seller again.
- u***y (99)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseNot exactly as described. Condition on listing "very good; damaged". Item has puncture/tear in middle of box. Wish used actual pictures instead of stock photo and "shelving wear on corners" to see actual damage. Luckily, not gifting to anyone. Shipping time was reasonable. Shipping packaging was lacking; padded envelope ONLY for a box kit, no protection. Otherwise no damage to actual kit parts. Overall satisfied with this transaction because of price for condition.Pokémon Crochet Eevee Kit: includes materials to make Eevee and instructions fo (#356590683806)