Book Lists

A List of Lists

Classics, Handbooks, and Pioneering Works

Below are links to six annotated lists of books that cover what I consider to be the six primary areas of focus when it comes to using mindfulness to find meaningful work.

Mindfulness
Compassion at Work and in Life
Relationships, Family, and Community
Working for Yourself and Others
Active Health Practices
Inspiring Stories

Each book in these lists has passed the test of time and many foresee the troubles of today 10, 20, or 30 years ago. The problems have increased in seriousness, but the tried and true solutions are as applicable today as they were at any time in the past, if not more so.

Many of the volumes listed here are technically out of print. But a visit to Amazon.com, Bookfinders.Com, or eBay will help you locate used copies. These books are still steady sellers known in the book business as “backlisted” books.

Check them out for yourself. We think you’ll be glad you did.

The Links

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What are you reading?

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