Books to find inner peace

The team at Bounce has rounded up some of the best books on Zen, meditation, yoga, and more to help you relax and find a little bit of calm. Written by some of the foremost professionals in their respective fields, they hold knowledge and wisdom for beginners and advanced alike.

Yoga At Home: Inspiration for Creating Your Own Home Practice

Linda Sparrowe According to author Linda Sparrowe you have everything you need to create your own enriching yoga practice right in your home. This inspirational volume collects the words of various yogis on their individual routines and the benefits of home practice, and also includes introductory sections on finding space, overcoming the challenges posed by a home environment, and defining your practice.

Wherever You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life

Jon Kabat-Zinn Mindfulness isn’t merely an activity – it’s a way of life. In this inspiring guide, Jon Kabat-Zinn explains the fundamental thought processes and virtues that can bring a clearer and deeper level of emotional and intellectual engagement with the present moment, non-judgmental understanding, and inner peace – wherever you go.

The Heart of Yoga: Developing a Personal Practice

T. K. V. Desikachar In this step-by-step guide, T. K. V. Desikachar, son and disciple of the reported father of modern yoga Tirumalai Krishnamacharya, presents the knowledge you need to discover your own unique yoga practice. Providing a comprehensive overview of yoga, its traditions and philosophy, and instructions on how to achieve real results, this is the quintessential handbook for beginners.

The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book)

Don Miguel Ruiz Ancient wisdom is your key to escaping the bonds of selflimiting beliefs. Shamanic teacher Don Miguel Ruiz passes down the knowledge of his Toltec ancestors, summarised in four simple agreements; be impeccable with your word; don’t take anything personally; don’t make assumptions; and always do your best. Featured on the Oprah television show and appearing on The New York Times bestseller list for more than eight years, this book will help set your mind free.

Every Body Yoga: Let Go of Fear, Get On the Mat, Love Your Body

Jessamyn Stanley Yoga is for people of all shapes and sizes, and this book is no exception. In the form of an engaging personal account that refuses to shy away from the touchier issues, internationally recognised yoga teacher Jessamyn Stanley balances instruction on basic poses with deeper topics like body acceptance, beauty, and personal security in the classroom.

All books available at Books & Books, Camana Bay