Synopsis "Enlighten yourself and others / A Practical Guide to Buddhism"
Enlighten Yourself and Others/A Practical Guide to Buddhism is meant to simplify Buddhist teachings and expand Buddhist principles in a waythat makes sense and can be utilized in today's world. A common concern is the issue of suffering. Why do people suffer and how can suffering be minimized or eliminated? The book is, therefore, a practical guide to provide hope and an avenue toward healing. Studying the Buddhist scriptures, meditating, chanting, exercising mind control and generating compassion can help alleviate suffering. As a result, we gain wisdom and can become happier. The book addresses reasons why people suffer and offers, from a Buddhist perspective, incentives to overcome the obstacle.The book covers the following topics: anger, racism, road rage, job loss, divorce, losing a loved one, death, how to prepare for our own death, why is there is death, how to deal with grief, suicide, why am I here, alcohol and drug abuse. The book also addresses commonly asked questions regarding Buddhism.
