The Wakeful Body, Willa Blythe Baker
The Wakeful Body, Willa Blythe Baker
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The Wakeful Body
Somatic Mindfulness as a Path to Freedom

Author: Willa Blythe Baker, Tsoknyi Rinpoche

Narrator: Eileen Stevens

Unabridged: 5 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/27/2022

Synopsis

A highly practical and approachable guide to somatic meditation with easy practices for accessing the body’s inherent mindfulness, from an expert in somatic meditation.Tap into the wisdom of the body with down-to-earth practices like “Surrendering to the Breath” and “Befriending Feelings” that allow the body to become the source of mindfulness. Willa Blythe Baker introduces meditation practice as the cultivation of a way of being, rather than a way of doing. It is a way of being that is self-aware, self-compassionate, and embodied. This way of being is not limited to practice on the cushion or on the yoga mat—somatic mindfulness is available at any moment, activated by attention to the body’s wisdom and its teachings.Discover the three layers of embodiment, from the earth body of flesh and blood, the subtle body of sensory experience and emotion, and the awareness body of consciousness. The three parts of this book explore these layers through turning attention to the physical, energetic, and mental dimensions of human experience. By diving deep into the body, readers will find that they already have what they need. Concentration, wisdom, compassion, kindness, and joy are waiting there.

About Willa Blythe Baker

Willa Blythe Baker, PhD, is a scholar and practitioner of Buddhism. She is the founder and spiritual director of Natural Dharma Fellowship and its retreat center, Wonderwell Mountain Refuge in Springfield, New Hampshire. She was authorized as a lineage holder in Kagyu Tibetan Buddhism after twelve years of monastic training and two consecutive three-year retreats. She also leads an annual retreat for eco-activists at Wonderwell Mountain Refuge.

About Eileen Stevens

Eileen Stevens is a voice-over actress whose voice can be heard on cartoons, promos, programs for English-language learners, and audiobooks. An Earphones Award–winning narrator, she is also an audiobook director and producer.

About Tsoknyi Rinpoche

Tsoknyi Rinpoche is one of the most beloved teachers among the new generation of Tibetan Buddhist meditation masters. He has taught students worldwide for over twenty-five years and has attracted over a million students. He is the author of four books and his work has been translated into eleven languages.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Hisgirl85 on February 03, 2024

4 stars. I will want to relisted to this doing the practices, but it was a nice, soothing read through. I did attempt some of them, though being mobile and engaged in tasks while listening to audiobooks made the exercises difficult to just stop and do.......more

Goodreads review by Sevval on December 19, 2024

I read this book in a bookclub. We did some practices. Without practices book is hard to engage with.......more

Goodreads review by Healthypedia on October 31, 2023

The Wakeful Body is a practical guide to somatic meditation, offering straightforward practices to tap into the body's natural mindfulness. In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world, the pursuit of inner peace and self-awareness has become an ever-elusive endeavour. For many, the practice......more

Goodreads review by Lily on March 05, 2022

I've read a fair amount on Buddhism, mindfulness, meditation, but this somatic sense of mindfulness really clicked for me in a way nothing before has! It inspired me to get back into a practice and the ideas within resonated with me quite a lot.......more

Goodreads review by Lori on April 23, 2022

Mindfulness is a hot topic these days, but many overlook or lack awareness of the importance of the body in cultivating mindfulness. While our minds can wander to any place or time, the body is always present; it is a great teacher on the path to sustained present moment awareness - mindfulness.......more

Quotes

“The human body is a sacred form full of potential. This book lays out rich and practical guidance to utilize it as a doorway to healing and spiritual awakening.” Anam Thubten, author of Choosing Compassion

“Lama Willa provides a clear path, a rich practice that dharma students at all levels can use on a daily basis or retreat. In a very practical way, she leads us through what she calls ‘layers of embodiment,’ the seamless interdependence of our bodies, energy body, and minds so we can open to the mystery of our own lives.” Tsoknyi Rinpoche, author of Open Heart, Open Mind

“This remarkable book brings the body into clear focus as a medium of awakening.” Roshi Joan Halifax, abbot at Upaya Zen Center

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