Product Description

In recent years, mainstream Americans have begun to come around to meditation in a big way-and scientific studies are suggesting that the physical and mental benefits are solid and real. But to many, it remains something mystical and inaccessible...and spiritually-oriented tomes on the market don't do much to make it easier.

As interest in meditation continues to grow, this book offers a simple, no-nonsense program to help beginners experience reduced stress and increased focus in only eight minutes a day. Designed by meditation expert and bestselling author Victor Davich, this program teaches the basic principles of meditation while clearing up the misconceptions and myths that too often get in the way.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4095 in Books
• Published on: 2004-07-06
• Released on: 2004-07-06
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Library Journal
...Davich's little guide to meditation is indeed humorous, wise, effective, and resolutely nonsectarian...

Download Description
"Described by ""Time magazine as the ""most American form of meditation, is a basic primer for anyone who wants to start meditation, but doesn't know where to begin. "

About the Author
Victor Davich, the author of the highly acclaimed The Best Guide to Meditation, has practiced meditation for more than twenty-five years and studied with some of the finest teachers. He has also been an attorney, producer and marketing executive for Fortune 500 advertising agencies and motion picture studios, including Paramount Pictures and Universal TV.

Customer Reviews

Great *beginner* book
This is a fantastic, quick read. You spend way more time meditating than reading. It introduces you to a few different types of meditation and really shows improvement if you follow the book's schedule faithfully.

Great book and program for starting meditation
This book was exactly what I was looking for. I had never meditated before and this wonderful 8 week program really got me started. Each week there is a different technique to try and it only takes 8 minutes a day. The approach is very simple and easy to follow. The author is very encouraging, as many beginners (including myself) don't necessarily "get it" at first and think they're doing it wrong. Eventually, I had my own "Ah ha!" moment and believe the practice is doing me a lot of good. In addition to setting the foundation for a daily meditative practice for relaxation, it has also helped me deal with any stressful events by providing a technique to slow down for a minute, take some deep breaths and calm myself.

One additional note - this book does not have any religious references and separates the meditation from any sort of religious spiritual experience. It focuses simply on meditation for reducing stress, inducing relation and increasing focus and happiness.

I would highly recommend this book to any beginners. With only 8 minutes a day, this is a do-able program!!!

Worthwhile Reading
Very approachable, this is a highly readable introduction to the theory and practice of meditation. Various techniques are discussed, and practical exercises lead the reader into the practice.