The Lost Art of Compassion - by Lorne Ladner (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Now in paperback, this practical guide to cultivating compassion delivers Buddhist and psychological insight right where we need it most--navigating the difficulties of our daily lives.

Compassion is often seen as a distant, altruistic ideal cultivated by saints, or as an unrealistic response of the naively kind-hearted. Seeing compassion in this way, we lose out on experiencing the transformative potential of one of our most neglected inner resources.

Dr Lorne Ladner rescues compassion from this marginalised view, showing how its practical application in our life can be a powerful force in achieving happiness. Combining the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism and Western psychology, Ladner presents clear, effective practices for cultivating compassion in daily living.

Review Quotes

"A helpful, kindhearted, articulate teaching of the way of compassion. Buddhism and Western psychology meet here wisely and beautifully." -- Jack Kornfield, author of A Path With Heart

"Dr. Ladner's book is inspiring for all of us, therapists and patients alike." -- Mark Epstein, MD, author of Thoughts Without a Thinker

"Ladner shows us that by nurturing compassion in our lives, we can discover deep strength, intimacy, and joy." -- Philip Martin, author of The Zen Path Through Depression

"This book carries the enlightened wisdom to heal relationship problems and mental suffering that trouble our life." -- Lama Zopa Rinpoche

"Exercising compassion will begin building an unshakeable happiness. Dr. Ladner's written a wonderful book." -- Annie Dillard, author of Pilgrim at Tinker Creek

"Lorne Ladner is like an inner archeologist brilliantly illuminating the neglected component of personal and global transformation." -- Tara Bennett-Goleman, author of Emotional Alchemy

"An important addition to the growing literature on the meeting of Buddhist practice and Western psychology." -- Library Journal