Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech, and Mind

October 1, 2011

Wangyal (founder, Ligmincha Inst.) presents a primer on the Bon school of Tibetan Buddhism. Some traditional Bon teachings are foreign to Western thinking and concepts may be difficult to grasp. In clear prose, Wangyal explains the interconnectedness of body (matter/force), speech (energy/life force), and mind (awareness) in Tibetan yoga. Part 1 provides instruction on Body of Light meditation, which brings awareness to thinking, introduces more positive behaviors, and purifies language. Part 2 introduces healing sounds or syllables that clear mental blocks and promise to diminish illness, particularly when combined with breath and prana. Part 3 discusses teachings on the nature of the mind and offers an array of guided practices. VERDICT This is a good introduction to Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and Bon dzogchen teachings. Wangyal simplifies the tenets of great masters without diminishing them, thereby opening the door to a more global audience.--Ajoke Kokodoko, Oakland P.L.

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