From the Book - 4th Edition.
Getting started with meditation. Embarking on your meditation journey ; Why meditate? ; Zen and now: where meditation comes from ; Your brain on meditation and how it impacts your life
Beginning your meditation practice. Laying the foundation: motivation, attitude, and beginner's mind ; How your mind stresses you out and what you can do about it ; Mindfulness meditation: awareness of the here and now ; Preparing your body for meditation ; Where to sit, what to wear, and other practical stuff ; Just doing it: discipline, effort, and letting go ; Opening your heart with love and compassion
Troubleshooting and fine-tuning your practice. Meditating with challenging emotions and habitual patterns ; Troubleshooting common roadblocks and side effects ; Developing a practice that works for you
Meditation in action. Cultivating spirituality ; Don't worry, be happy, with meditation ; Meditating in everyday life ; Using meditation for healing and performance enhancement
The part of tens. Ten commonly asked questions about meditation ; Ten favorite all-purpose meditations
Appendixes. Meditation resources ; About the audio tracks.