Encountering Buddhism
Book Description
When ancient wisdom meets modern healing, profound questions emerge about the nature of mind, suffering, and transformation. This thoughtful exploration brings together scholars, researchers, and practicing therapists who navigate the fascinating intersection between Buddhist teachings and contemporary Western psychology.
Drawing from both Theravada and Mahayana traditions, these mental health professionals examine how timeless Buddhist insights can inform and enrich diverse therapeutic approaches, from psychoanalytic and humanistic methods to cognitive-behavioral and transpersonal practices. Rather than simply adopting Eastern concepts wholesale, they engage in a nuanced investigation of compatibility, asking what each tradition genuinely offers the other.
The contributors share candid reflections on how their encounter with Buddhism has reshaped their clinical work, influenced their research directions, and transformed their personal lives. Through this honest dialogue, they demonstrate how ancient texts continue to speak to contemporary struggles with meaning, identity, and emotional well-being.
This collection offers valuable perspectives for therapists seeking to deepen their practice, spiritual seekers interested in psychological insights, and anyone curious about bridging contemplative wisdom with scientific understanding. The result is a thoughtful examination of how two distinct approaches to human suffering and healing can inform and strengthen each other in meaningful ways.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 214 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life
- ✓ Explore Psychotherapy
- ✓ Explore Psychotherapy, religious aspects
- ✓ Understand Buddhist philosophy and practice
- ✓ Explore Religious aspects
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore Spiritual life, buddhism
- ✓ Explore Buddhism
