Taking as her starting point the teachings of the great world religions, Karen Armstrong demonstrates in twelve practical steps how we can bring compassion to the forefront of our lives. Armstrong argues that compassion is inseparable from humanity, and by transcending the limitations of selfishness on a daily basis we will not only make a difference in the world but also lead happier, more fulfilled, lives.

"Why do people do hurtful things to others?" This is the question that Misun is struggling to find an answer to when a mysterious stranger takes him on a life-changing journey that will help him understand compassion and realize the ability that all of us have to change the world. -- Publisher's description.

Pet’a returns in this spiritual sequel for another life-changing lesson. What are big feelings like fear and anxiety, and what can we do to feel better? These are the difficult questions Keya seeks answers to from her grandmother. Instead, she is visited by a mysterious stranger who shows her all about feelings and the power we have to feel better.

"Journalist Elissa Strauss explores the powerful role caring for others plays in our individual and communal lives, weaving together research about care and stories from parents and caregivers, with a feminist bent" --

"From the field's pioneer, an exploration of the neurobiology and psychology of wisdom: what science says it is and how to nurture it within yourself, at any stage of your life"-- What does it mean to be "wise"? Across many cultures and centuries, Jeste found that wise people were compassionate and empathetic, aware of their gifts and blind spots, open-minded, resolute and calm amid uncertainly, and much more. He believe we have the ability to nurture...

Teachings of the Dalai Lama given at a series of lectures in London in May 1999, based on the text "Eight Verses on Transforming the Mind" by eleventh-century meditator Lang : Thangpa.

"Alternating between the protagonist's present life and passages of a manuscript in translation, Meet Us by the Roaring Sea is a genre-bending exploration of memory, war, technology, friendship, love, consciousness, and the challenges of caring for others in an age where we are so often lost in our own minds"--

"Trusting the Gold is a beautiful gem of a gift book featuring stories, teachings, and reflection prompts for readers, along with approximately 30 gorgeous illustrations by Vicky Alvarez. The book is divided into three themes--wisdom, compassion, and freedom (awareness) and is meant to serve as a balm for readers, reminding us that even when we seem to have lost sight of the gold in ourselves, the light of our true nature cannot be dimmed, tarnished,...

"Everyone in town knows that Cowboy Larry is the clumsiest cowboy in the west. And when he's down, they couldn't care less. Tag along as Cowboy Larry shows those careless cowpokes how to be Compassionate Cowboys."--Back cover

The moving, beautifully illustrated story of a little lost dog and his search for a place to call home. Poor Perdu is all alone as he journeys from the countryside to the city in search of a home. The city is a big place when you are very small, but is it possible that someone is looking out for Perdu?