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Living Buddhism: Mind, Self, and Emotion in a Thai Community,New
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With a beautiful blend of stories, research, and her own field experience, Julia Cassaniti unlocks the secrets of creating calmness and the power of letting go. Living Buddhism is a mustread for everyoneexpert and nonexpert alikeinterested in how our cultures shape our emotional lives. Hazel Markus, DavisBrack Professor in the Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University, coauthor of Social PsychologyInLiving Buddhism, Julia Cassaniti explores Buddhist ideas of impermanence, nonattachment, and intention as they are translated into everyday practice in contemporary Thailand. Although most lay people find these philosophical concepts difficult to grasp, Cassaniti shows that people do in fact make an effort to comprehend them and integrate them as guides for their everyday lives. In doing so, she makes a convincing case that complex philosophical concepts are not the sole property of religious specialists and that ordinary lay Buddhists find in them a means for dealing with lifes difficulties. More broadly, the book speaks to the ways that culturally informed ideas are part of the psychological processes that we all use to make sense of the world around us.In an approachable firstperson narrative style that combines interview and participantobservation material gathered over the course of two years in the community, Cassaniti shows how Buddhist ideas are understood, interrelated, and reinforced through secular and religious practices in everyday life. She compares the emotional experiences of Buddhist villagers with religious and cultural practices in a nearby Christian village. Living Buddhism highlights the importance of change, calmness (as captured in the Thai phrase jai yen, or a cool heart), and karma; Cassanitis narrative untangles the Thai villagers feelings and problems and the solutions they seek.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Living Buddhism: Mind, Self, and Emotion in a Thai Community'? A: The book explores Buddhist concepts such as impermanence, nonattachment, and intention, and how these ideas are practiced in everyday life within a Thai community.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Julia Cassaniti, who combines her field research and personal experiences to present Buddhist practices in a contemporary Thai setting.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Living Buddhism'? A: The book was published on December 18, 2015.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 232 pages.
- Q: Is 'Living Buddhism' available in different formats? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes does the author address in this book? A: Key themes include the emotional experiences of Buddhist villagers, the significance of calmness, change, and the understanding of karma in their daily lives.
- Q: What type of narrative style is used in 'Living Buddhism'? A: The narrative is presented in a first-person style, integrating interviews and participant observation gathered over two years.
- Q: Does the book compare Buddhist and Christian practices? A: Yes, the author compares the emotional experiences and cultural practices of Buddhist villagers with those in a nearby Christian village.
- Q: What makes this book suitable for both experts and nonexperts? A: The approachable writing style and relatable content make complex philosophical concepts accessible to a broad audience.
- Q: How can 'Living Buddhism' benefit readers interested in cultural psychology? A: The book highlights how cultural ideas shape psychological processes, providing insights into the emotional lives of individuals within different communities.