Why people recommend it
Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond by Ajahn Brahm is a comprehensive guide to meditation that helps readers navigate the stages of mental stillness and deep spiritual joy. During an episode of the Modern Wisdom podcast titled End Of Year Review: 2021's Lessons, Hacks & Fails - #416, which aired on December 30, 2021, the hosts and guests reviewed notable literature and life lessons from the year. In the discussion concerning meditation practices, Yusef evaluated different approaches to concentration and mental focus. He noted that while standard or passenger mindfulness meditation had its place, and other specific guides were great for concentration, Ajahn Brahm's book offered exceptional value. Yusef recommended Ajahn Brahm's book Mindfulness, Bliss, and Beyond as a fantastic read for anyone looking to advance their meditation practice. The recommendation emphasized the practical utility of the text for individuals striving to achieve profound levels of mental quietude, emotional balance, and spiritual fulfillment through proven Buddhist meditation techniques discussed extensively by the podcast contributors during their comprehensive end-of-year review.
Who recommended it
Mentioned on the show without a named speaker — 1
“so for the standard v passenger mindfulness meditation i think mindfulness in plain english is very good for concentration meditation ajahn brahm's book called mindfulness bliss and beyond”