Anyone here read Pema Chodron

[leftyladyfrommo]

I see she has a new book out. I need to go sign up for it at the Library.

[trotsky]

1. Just a suggestion...

You might have more success hooking up with people who share your beliefs in one of DU's several spirituality-themed groups:

The Astrology, Spirituality & Alternative Healing Group
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topics&forum=245

The Ancient Wisdom and Pagan Spirituality Group
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topics&forum=262

The Seekers On Unique Paths Group
http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topics&forum=292

This is not to say you aren't welcome here, just that this forum is open and many people avoid it so as not to have their beliefs questioned.

[leftyladyfrommo]

2. Thank you.

I don't mind having my beliefs questioned. There are probably no questions that I haven't already asked myself.

But I am posting now on one of the other boards.

I was just hoping I might find someone here who was familiar with Pema Chodron's writings. They are so wonderful.

[struggle4progress]

3. Great Buddhist writer! I really enjoyed "Start Where You Are."

[LearnedHand]

4. I've read several of her books

They are very practical and the concepts have helped me a great deal. And I don't practice ANY religion.

[Goldensilence]

5. I haven't read any yet i don't think

I've read quitea few other buddhist books though. I suggest Joesph Goldstein's " One Dharma" ...all I can say is wow what an insipring book that really gives a great background and begining understanding of how buddism's move to the West has transformed.

As to questioning a buddhist beliefs....that is done everyday through meditation and comptemplation. To spend a day waking in a sleeping world. Sure many people on DU feel that way anyway.