{"title":"John Makransky","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the transformative teachings of John Makransky, a leading voice in the fields of \u003cem\u003eSelf-Help\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePersonal Development\u003c\/em\u003e. With a deep understanding of Buddhist practices, Makransky expertly bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary needs, offering readers invaluable insights into cultivating compassion and mindfulness in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his enlightening book, \u003cstrong\u003eHow Compassion Works\u003c\/strong\u003e, Makransky explores the profound impact of empathy and kindness on personal growth and societal well-being. Through practical exercises and reflective guidance, he empowers individuals to unlock their innate potential for compassion, fostering a more connected and harmonious world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for those seeking inner peace and a deeper understanding of compassion's role in their lives, John Makransky's works are a must-read for anyone committed to personal and spiritual development. Dive into his collection and embark on a journey of self-discovery and compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"how-compassion-works-by-john-makransky-9781645471738","title":"How Compassion Works","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncover your innate capacity for love, presence, and wisdom with compassion training adapted from Tibetan Buddhism and contemporary psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEverything we care about—our mental and physical well-being, our relationships, our spiritual life, our ability to be useful to others—depends on our ability to access love and compassion within ourselves first. This clear, step-by-step guide offers a way to cultivate this power through an evidence-based meditation method called Sustainable Compassion Training (SCT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith practices drawn from Tibetan traditions, attachment theory, and cognitive science, \u003cem\u003eHow Compassion Works\u003c\/em\u003e uses a progressive series of meditations to gradually build our capacity for mindfulness and presence—and to help us avoid empathic distress, compassion fatigue, or burnout. Organized into three categories—receptive mode, deepening mode, and inclusive mode—these practices help us cultivate unconditional care and discernment from within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a flexible framework that allows practitioners to integrate their own religious or spiritual beliefs, this book offers practices suitable for people of all faiths and those seeking a purely secular path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46546357453036,"sku":"9781645471738","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23621713482773.jpg?v=1749832967"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-makransky.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}