A practical and soul-stirring guide to meditation that offers a much-needed antidote to the forces of stress that overwhelm so many of us--from the New York Times bestselling author of the "thoughtfully written, persuasive" ( USA TODAY ) Emotional Intelligence and renowned meditation teacher,​ Tsoknyi Rinpoche.

We all experience negative emotions from time to time.

But in a world with as much frenzy and pressure as ours, it's incredibly easy for these same emotions to become destructive.

Now, by blending Eastern tradition with Western science, Why We Meditate effortlessly helps you embrace and understand meditation as never before.

With accessible and eye-opening advice based on groundbreaking neuroscience, this guidebook helps you not only break free from negative patterns of thought and behavior but radically embrace your very being.

Revolutionize your health, relationships, and soul with this book that is perfect for both serious meditators and those new to the practice.

Review Citations: Library Journal Prepub Alert 07/01/2022 pg.

9 (EAN 9781982178451, Hardcover) Library Journal 10/01/2022 pg.

73 (EAN 9781982178451, Hardcover) Publishers Weekly 10/24/2022 (EAN 9781982178451, Hardcover) Kirkus Reviews 11/15/2022 (EAN 9781982178451, Hardcover) Contributor Bio: Goleman, Daniel Daniel Goleman is the internationally bestselling author and coauthor of several books, including Emotional Intelligence , Focus , and Altered Traits .

He was a science reporter for The New York Times , was twice nominated for the Pulitzer Prize, and received the American Psychological Association's Lifetime Achievement Award for his writing.

He lives in the Berkshires.

Find out more at DanielGoleman.info.

Contributor Bio: Rinpoche, Tsoknyi Tsoknyi Rinpoche is one of the most beloved teachers among the new generation of Tibetan Buddhist meditation masters.

Widely recognized as an outstanding meditation teacher for over twenty-five years, he is the author of Open Heart, Open Mind ; Fearless Simplicity ; and Carefree Dignity .

He has received accolades from prominent Buddhist teachers, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

Find out more at TsoknyiRinpoche.org.