10 Best Mindfulness Books On the Power of Presence
Welcome to Simplish Reads, mindfulness books edition! The busier life gets, the harder (and more important) it is to keep a healthy perspective and cultivate peace of mind. That's why we've curated a collection of mindfulness books; to help you live in the present moment and take life one step at a time.
Our selection of books includes The Power of Now and Peace is Every Step by Thich Nhat Hanh, among others, ranked according to their helpfulness. Below you’ll find all the information you need to decide which self-help book is right for you.
10 Best Mindfulness Books On the Power of Presence
1. The Art of Simple Living: 100 Daily Practices from a Zen Buddhist Monk for a Lifetime of Calm and Joy by Shunmyo Masuno
Spirituality
Genre: Self-Help, Philosophy, Zen Buddhism
Vibe: A guide to the inner transformative potential of calmness
Read It If You…
Are new to mindfulness practice and would like a practical introduction from a primary source
Enjoy a quiet cup of tea and want more of that experience in your life
Need some philosophical motivation to let go of constantly striving for more
Simplify your life, declutter your mind, and uplift your spirit with this step-by-step guide from the Japanese monk and Zen garden designer Shunmyo Masuno.
Quotes from the Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo masuno
Simplish Review of The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo Masuno
The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo Masuno is one of those books you can't put away on a shelf for too long. What’s so special about it?
The answer is simple: it gives 100 easy and practical examples of embracing zen philosophy in your everyday life.
The book covers everything from decluttering your space to decluttering your mind. Through its pages, you’ll master a valuable, precious art; finding joy in the simplest things in life.
This book is full of “mindfulness pills”; small nuggets of wisdom that will nourish you daily. With the simple idea that to live mindfully is to live happily, Shunyo Masuno inspires and motivates the reader to understand the practices that build mindfulness.
And he does that with a tone fully infused with the calmness and compassion typical of a Buddhist monk. The invitations might be as simple as encouraging the reader to taste the food, savor every bite, tidy up, stretch, and journal, but Masuno notes that the real power relies on being mindful of the purpose that lies behind every action.
The natural beauty of this book is its clear and honest style, encapsulating the essence of thousands of years of philosophy and making it easily approachable by everyone.
Yes, I bet even the most skeptical ones will surely have a handful of those “aha!” moments. Like many, I was skeptical myself when I first got my hands on this book. However, I had a drastic change of heart later on. The book offers an honest guide on how to change your life in 100 days. It even includes some blank pages to give you a bit of time to reflect, embrace the teachings, and take some time to breathe consciously.
Open this book with an open mind and look through the pages with curiosity, leaving behind all preconceptions and expectations. Just let the wisdom of this book reveal itself. Understanding that to be happy, you need to be mindful and really savor the beauty of things is something that will probably change your life if you let it. The small things will impact you, and you will suddenly become more grateful for the things or people you take for granted, leaving you at peace and joyful.
The bottom line? Everyone can achieve an easy, fulfilling life. This practice is also an art if you approach daily life as an opportunity to practice.
