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Sylvia Boorstein



Sylvia Boorstein, PhD, is an American psychotherapist, author, and teacher of psychology, Hatha yoga, meditation, Buddhism, and women’s studies. She was also a cofounder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, CA.

Sylvia Boorstein
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The Magic of Hebrew Chant: Healing the Spirit, Transforming the Mind, Deepening Love

A few short words—repeated with passion & intention—can unlock treasure upon treasure of healing, wisdom, and love.

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Daily Life Is Practice

All the moments of your day are teachings. If you look at them clearly, says Sylvia Boorstein, you’ll see the same fundamental truths the Buddha did.

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Sylvia Boorstein Reads the Buddha's Teachings on Loving-Kindness

the Buddha's instructions on loving-kindness. Filmed at the 2017 Lion's Roar Annual Retreat, "Boundless Love."

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How to Be Sick: A Buddhist-Inspired Guide for the Chronically Ill and Their Caregivers

In 2001, Toni Bernhard got sick and, to her and her partner’s bewilderment, stayed that way. As they faced the confusion, frustration, and despair of a life with sudden limitations—a life that was vastly different from the one they’d thought they’d have together—Toni had to learn how to be sick.

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The Pāramis: Heart of Buddha’s Teachings and Our Own Practice

One of the roots of the word parami conveys the sense of “supreme quality.” Pāramītā means “going toward” something, going toward perfection.

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Sharon Salzberg & Sylvia Boorstein on Universal Compassion, Part 1; Garrison Institute, Dec. 2008

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Will Yoga and Meditation Really Change My Life: Personal Stories from 25 of North America’s Leading Teachers

Stephen Cope asked 25 yoga and meditation teachers to share their “tales from the path”—their thoughts on how the long-term practice of yoga and meditation has changed their lives.

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Nonexistent But Precious

Sylvia Boorstein looks at the paradoxes and subtleties in the central Buddhist concept of no-self.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Meditation: Practical Advice and Inspiration from Contemporary Buddhist Teachers

As countless meditators have learned firsthand, meditation practice can positively transform the way we see and experience our lives.

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That’s Funny, You Don’t Look Buddhist: On Being a Faithful Jew and a Passionate Buddhist

In this landmark book, esteemed Buddhist teacher Sylvia Boorstein addresses this incisive question in a warm, delightful and personal way.

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