The Zen of Recovery

by Mel Ash

Paperback, 1993

Status

Available

Collection

Zen Buddhism

Publication

TarcherPerigee (1993), Edition: 1, 256 pages

Description

A practical synthesis of AA's Twelve Steps and Zen's Eightfold Path. In this compelling blend of East and West, Mel Ash shows how Zen mind and practice connect to the heart of recovery. Courageously drawing from his lifetime of experience as an abused child, alcoholic, Zen student, and dharma teacher, Ash presents a practical synthesis of Alcoholics Anonymous's Twelve Steps and Zen's Eightfold Path. You don't have to be Buddhist to appreciate the healing power of The Zen of Recovery. The book makes Zen available to all seeking to improve the quality of their spiritual and everyday lives. It also includes practical instructions on how to meditate and put the book into action. Its message will help readers live more profoundly "one day at a time."… (more)

Language

English

ISBN

0874777062 / 9780874777062

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Library's review

In this compelling blend of East and West, Mel Ash shows how Zen mind and practice connect to the heart of recovery. Courageously drawing from his own experience as an abused child, alcoholic, Zen student, and dharma teacher, Ash presents a practical synthesis of AA's Twelve Steps and Zen's

Eightfold Path.

You don't have to be Buddhist to appreciate the healing power of The Zen of Recovery. The book makes Zen available to all seeking to improve the quality of their spiritual and everyday life. It also includes practical instructions on how to meditate and put this book into action. Its message will help readers live more profoundly "one day at a time."

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Rating

(9 ratings; 4.1)

Pages

256

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