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Thoughts Without a Thinker by Mark Epstein

Thoughts Without a Thinker

Psychotherapy From a Buddhist Perspective

Mark Epstein

Basic Books · Print & ebook · July 30, 2013

Blending the lessons of psychotherapy with Buddhist teachings, Mark Epstein offers a revolutionary understanding of what constitutes a healthy emotional life “One of the most sophisticated integrations of the therapeutic and spiritual disciplines.” —New York Times The line between psychology and spirituality has blurred as clinicians, their patients, and religious seekers explore new perspectives on the self.

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A contemplative bridge between psychotherapy and Buddhist thought, with a calm, exacting voice.
Genres
Spiritually Integrated Therapy, Meditation, Psychoanalysis
Published
Basic Books, July 30, 2013

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Blending the lessons of psychotherapy with Buddhist teachings, Mark Epstein offers a revolutionary understanding of what constitutes a healthy emotional life “One of the most sophisticated integrations of the therapeutic and spiritual disciplines.” —New York Times The line between psychology and spirituality has blurred as clinicians, their patients, and religious seekers explore new perspectives on the self.

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A landmark contribution to the field of psychoanalysis, Thoughts Without a Thinker describes how Buddhist teachings in particular have reshaped understandings of our minds and behavior. Drawing upon his own experiences as a psychotherapist and meditator, New York-based psychiatrist Mark Epstein lays out the path to meditation-inspired healing. Thoughts Without a Thinker offers a revolutionary understanding of what constitutes a healthy emotional life.

Mind and Practice

A contemplative bridge between psychotherapy and Buddhist thought, with a calm, exacting voice.

Come here for

  • Buddhist psychology, without the incense haze
  • serious, reflective guidance at the edge of practice and self-understanding

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  • classic Mark Epstein perspective
  • giftable, display-worthy nonfiction with staying power

Where it sits

Spiritually Integrated Therapy77%
Psychoanalysis67%
Meditation29%

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Publisher categories

  • Zen
  • Buddhist Thought
  • Psychoanalysis
  • Spiritually Integrated Therapy
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  • Zen Buddhism
Authors
Mark Epstein
Publisher
Basic Books
Published
July 30, 2013
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Zen