RATING:
C+
What is known as 'mood contagion' or
'limbic resonance' interests me from page 17 & continuing into
'mirror neurons' on page 26. I also found chapter three's recognition
of know-mind and knowing something easy to relate to. I had found
these from personal observation before knowing what to call them! I
found the Buddha's words that open chapter 19 a helpful reminder. The
chapter on concentration explains my pre-Buddhist practice/study
abilities quite well.
I did find it difficult to jump from
one mode of Buddhism to another so frequently - but that is me at
fault and not the text. When first exploring Buddhism, I
liked to read of all types, until settling into Thai Forrest and
Tibetan Vajrayana. Then I became absorbed in these, and other forms
slipped out of sight as I focused on what I personally round helpful
and relevant. So this text reminded me that Dzogchen-Nyingma is not
the only Buddhist practice and reacquainted me with other forms of
Buddhism. However, I do find this difficult, as in its modern Western
format Buddhism can be all mish-mashed together and not really retain
the essence of any specific practice.
I would recommend this book to those
interested in psychology from a Buddhist aspect, but not to serious
students of a specific lineage or practice. I would also recommend
the book to those interested in Buddhism but not yet involved with a
personal study.
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