Taming the Tiger Within - by Thich Nhat Hanh (Paperback)

About the Book

Grounded in the Buddhist practices of mindfulness and compassion, this handbook of meditations and reflections offers techniques for diffusing anger, conquering fear, and cultivating love.

Book Synopsis

Practical guidance for freeing ourselves from the emotions that make us suffer the most

Acclaimed scholar, peace activist, and Buddhist master revered by people of all faiths, Thich Nhat Hanh has inspired millions worldwide with his insight into the human heart and mind. Now he focuses his profound spiritual wisdom on the basic human emotions everyone struggles with on a daily basis.

Distilled from the pages of his many bestselling works, Taming the Tiger Within is a handbook of meditations, analogies, and mindful reflections that offer pragmatic techniques for diffusing anger, converting fear, and cultivating love in every arena of life--a wise and exquisite guide for bringing harmony and healing to one's life and relationships.

Review Quotes

"Thich Nhat Hanh is a holy man, for he is humble and devout."--Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.

"[Thich Nhat Hanh] shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth."--His Holiness the Dalai Lama

About the Author

Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk, poet, and peacemaker who was nominated by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. for the Nobel Peace Prize. The author of many books, including Living Buddha, Living Christ, he lives in France in the monastic community known as Plum Village and lectures and gives retreats regularly in North America.