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Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and Your World with the Practice of RAIN Paperback – December 29, 2020
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Tara Brach is an in-the-trenches teacher whose work counters today's ever-increasing onslaught of news, conflict, demands, and anxieties--stresses that leave us rushing around on auto-pilot and cut off from the presence and creativity that give our lives meaning.
In this heartfelt and deeply practical book, she offers an antidote: an easy-to-learn four-step meditation that quickly loosens the grip of difficult emotions and limiting beliefs. Each step in the meditation practice (Recognize, Allow, Investigate, Nurture) is brought to life by memorable stories shared by Tara and her students as they deal with feelings of overwhelm, loss, and self-aversion, with painful relationships, and past trauma--and as they discover step-by-step the sources of love, forgiveness, compassion, and deep wisdom alive within all of us.
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- Print length288 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherPenguin Life
- Publication dateDecember 29, 2020
- Dimensions5.45 x 0.74 x 8.23 inches
- ISBN-100525522832
- ISBN-13978-0525522836
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“Illuminating…Anyone hoping to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and advice for easing the burden of negative emotions will find this to be a helpful resource.”—Publishers Weekly
“Tara Brach’s four-step RAIN meditation can be an integral part of anyone’s mindfulness practice. RAIN helps us uncover the states of love, self-care, forgiveness, compassion, and tenderness we each are capable of. It is a useful and elegant system, and Radical Compassion is a beautifully written book.”
—Sharon Salzberg, New York Times bestselling author of Real Happiness and Lovingkindness
“Radical Compassion lays out a path of straightforward, accessible practices grounded in both modern brain science and ancient wisdom—with the soul and depth you’d expect from a world-class meditation teacher and psychologist. A masterpiece.”
—Rick Hanson, PhD, author of Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness
“A powerful book that will free you from shame, fear, and negative self-beliefs. You will feel wiser, happier, and kinder after reading it.”
—Haemin Sunim, author of Love for Imperfect Things and The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down
“Tara Brach has an uncanny ability to home in precisely on what we need in the moment, so we can meet that need from within. She teaches a simple but life-changing practice to bring presence and compassion to any moment of shame or longing or struggle, transforming our pain into love. This book is a treasure from one of the most important spiritual teachers of our time.”
—Kristin Neff, PhD, author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself
“In this magnificent synthesis of her important teachings in cultivating compassion in our everyday lives, Tara Brach offers us a life-changing tool to open our awareness with love and healing. This important book is as practical as it is profound, a deep and
lasting gift for us all.”
—Daniel J. Siegel, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Aware: The Science and Practice of Presence and Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human
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- Publisher : Penguin Life (December 29, 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 288 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0525522832
- ISBN-13 : 978-0525522836
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.45 x 0.74 x 8.23 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #12,623 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #22 in Popular Psychology Psychotherapy
- #86 in Mental & Spiritual Healing
- #93 in Meditation (Books)
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About the author
Tara Brach, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, an internationally known teacher of mindfulness meditation, and the founder of the Insight Meditation Community of Washington. She is author of bestselling Radical Acceptance, True Refuge, and Radical Compassion. She has contributed numerous articles to popular magazines and websites.
Tara is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences where she discusses the role of mindfulness in emotional healing and spiritual awakening. She leads accredited workshops for mental health professionals interested in integrating meditation into the practice of psychotherapy. Tara also offers meditation retreats at centers in the United States and in Europe.
Her podcasted talks and meditations are downloaded over 2 million times each month. In addition to her public teaching, Tara is active in bringing meditation into DC area schools, prisons and to underserved populations, and in activities that promote racial justice.
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Customers find the book helpful in cultivating compassion and self-love. They describe it as a practical yet spiritual way to connect and begin healing. Readers appreciate the clear guidance and easy-to-understand approach.
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Customers find the book helpful for cultivating compassion. They say it teaches them to be more compassionate towards family and others. The stories touch their hearts and help drive home the message. Readers appreciate the practical yet spiritual way to connect and begin healing. The message is especially important during social isolation, awareness, meditation, and mental health.
"Tara Brach is amazing. I find so much value in her books and podcasts which I continually revisit for learning and guidance...." Read more
"...It’s a stop and think about your everyday life book. It really brought awareness and consciousness back to my life. Loved it!!" Read more
"...Compassion to see yourself and others more clearly to cultivate a more forgiving heart. Allow her to guide you so you can live your true potential." Read more
"This practice of R.A.I.N. has had a real impact on my thought process and being more aware of my triggers and anxiety...." Read more
Customers find the book helpful and practical. They say it provides clear guidance to connect with themselves and begin healing. The process is described as a beautiful practice to use everyday. Readers mention that the book brings awareness to themselves and the many things they take for granted in their lives.
"This book brings awareness to yourself and the many things we take for granted in our hurried lives...." Read more
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"Tara Brache is one of the leading American Buddhist authors today. Practical, easy to understand. Her plan is brocken down into four steps...." Read more
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Customers find the book easy to read and understand. They appreciate the practical approach to meditation.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2024Tara Brach is amazing. I find so much value in her books and podcasts which I continually revisit for learning and guidance. Radical Compassion is a fantastic companion to Radical Acceptance. I have learned so much from her that has been fundamental to my spiritual journey. I highly recommend her books.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2024This book brings awareness to yourself and the many things we take for granted in our hurried lives. It’s a stop and think about your everyday life book. It really brought awareness and consciousness back to my life. Loved it!!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2020Why have we lost compassion for ourselves? Radical Compassion by Tara Brach teaches us how to use the RAIN method to control our emotions. Sadly, many of those emotions leave us powerless. This book provides the reader with a whole new way of recognizing our limiting beliefs. Many of these beliefs arise from early childhood experiences of fear and wounding. Radical Compassion offers this simple method for moving beyond those limitations to find compassion in our hearts:
R-Recognize What Is Happening
A-Allow Life to be Just As It Is
I-Investigate with a Gentle, Curious Attention
N-Nurture with Loving Presence.
Tara Brach teaches us how to step away from our negative beliefs about ourselves and others. That allows us to experience a positive transformation through her RAIN exercises.
What I enjoyed most about the book, beyond the method, was the stories she shared of those she has mentored. This simple method of sharing these transformations teaches us that:
Our culture continually tries to define us as good/bad, right/wrong, or superior/inferior.
Those judgments invoke shame in how we feel about ourselves. That shame affects how we treat each other. It influences how much we earn, what we consume, and the shape of our body. In addition, it exerts influence on how we express creativity and our spiritual or religious beliefs.
Throughout the book, the author leads us on a path to integration and resilience as we reach the "Nurture" step of RAIN. Readers can find healing in her words. "No matter how trapped you've been in emotions like fear or shame, strengthening your inner resources can help change your brain, heal your heart, and evolve your consciousness."
If you long for attention, safety, acceptance, connection, understanding, and love, you owe it to yourself to explore the RAIN method. Our brains are constantly evolving. As a result, we each have a capacity for mindful thinking and compassion in how we view others. Use the exercises in Radical Compassion to see yourself and others more clearly to cultivate a more forgiving heart. Allow her to guide you so you can live your true potential.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2021This practice of R.A.I.N. has had a real impact on my thought process and being more aware of my triggers and anxiety. The process moves you through a practical yet spiritual way to connect and begin healing. I am learning to just be present in the moment and draw in peace and compassion.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2024Tara Brache is one of the leading American Buddhist authors today. Practical, easy to understand. Her plan is brocken down into four steps. Well worth reading. I’ll return to this book regularly for future guidance and reinforcement. Thank you Tara ! I’m
- Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2024This book was filled with practical advice on fostering compassion. I highly recommend it! You can also find a lot of the meditations that she includes in her book on YouTube which makes it easier to integrate the practice of radical self-compassion to your own life
- Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2021This book was recommended by my therapist. I’m not much of a reader but quickly found myself sucked in. It is an easy read.
It’s so easy for people to say “do this” and “do that” but it’s hard to know “how” - this book gives practical steps and exercises.
I have really struggled with locking my emotions up and throwing away the key. This book has taught me how to be in my emotions and feelings peacefully and how to move through them. I feel so much more comfortable with myself and actually more in control than I thought I was.
Highly recommend.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024I gifted this to a friend who wanted to up her self-care and she is enjoying it. She often refers to it in our conversations.
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Monica SanchezReviewed in Mexico on April 22, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Me ha cambiado mi relacion conmigo misma
Es un texto muy tierno acerca de amarse uno mismo, amar lo que sentimos, permitirnos sentir, darnos palabras de aliento
- Monti TannerReviewed in Canada on April 19, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars A Life-Changing Guide to Radical Compassion
As someone who is passionate about personal growth and self-improvement, I cannot recommend Tara Brach's book "Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and Your World with the Practice of RAIN" highly enough. This book has been an absolute game-changer for me, providing insights, tools, and techniques that have made a lasting impact on my life.
The central concept of the book is the RAIN practice, an acronym for Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture. This transformative mindfulness technique has played a pivotal role in my personal growth and self-awareness journey, enabling me to better understand my emotions and thought patterns while cultivating a compassionate and loving attitude towards myself and others.
What makes "Radical Compassion" stand out is Brach's ability to explain complex ideas in a relatable and accessible manner. She seamlessly weaves in stories, anecdotes, and real-life examples that make the RAIN practice easy to understand and apply in everyday life. The book is infused with warmth and wisdom, making it an enjoyable and impactful read.
Through the RAIN practice, I am learning to recognize my emotions and thoughts without judgment, allowing them to exist without trying to suppress or change them. Investigating these emotions and thoughts has deepened my self-awareness, enabling me to uncover and address the root causes of my struggles. Lastly, nurturing myself with love and compassion is helping me heal past wounds and foster a more positive and accepting relationship with myself.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend "Radical Compassion" to anyone seeking a powerful and practical guide to personal growth, self-awareness, and compassion. Tara Brach's unique approach to mindfulness and her exceptional ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible way make this book a must-read. Trust me, your life will never be the same after practicing RAIN.
- Michael D. HolstenReviewed in the United Kingdom on July 2, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and personally helpful
I thought the beginning part of the book was inspiring. RAIN is practical and effective. Then I kept reading and I found that my heart and my relation to Jesus were forever blessed in a new and very helpful way. This is an inspiring, helpful, Wonderful book!
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JOSE BALAGUER ALEDONReviewed in Spain on June 20, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars muy interesante
Es un libro muy bien escrito y que invita a reflexionar según se va leyendo. Ya conocía la meditación, pero este libro me parece realmente interesante y muy recomendable
- FranzReviewed in Italy on March 23, 2022
3.0 out of 5 stars A bit too long
More words than useful information. It's a good book but it could have been better had it been 50% shorter.