8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Still the Mind by Bodhipaksa, Jun 5 2009
By Strawberry Lover - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Still the Mind: Simple Breathing Practices for Inner Peace (Audio CD)
As a newbie into the world of meditation, this CD was recommended by a life coach. I battle anxiety and wanted something other than meds to help me. On the first CD (two CD set) the author teaches the listener basics in meditating which is something I really needed. On the second CD he leads the listener in various sessions of meditation. I love the experience and besides the guys voice is awesome. I would recommend this CD to others wanting to dive into the world of meditation!
13 of 16 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Worth buying although some repition-Bodhipaksa is the best, Feb 8 2009
By Pro Comp "Pro Comp" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Still the Mind: Simple Breathing Practices for Inner Peace (Audio CD)
If you have not listened to Bodhipaksa before, he is truly in a class of his own. I have a big collection of works from many other well known authors, i.e. Dyer, Chopra, Tolle etc. However, Bodhipaksa is very unique and you will realize it immediately whenever you listen to any of his works. There is an authenticity that makes you realize he is not just cranking it out for commerical gain. Also his works are very pleasant to listen to over and over again and the exercises are extremely easy to implement. He does not try to create complexity as a selling point, but rather simplifies complex thoughts for practical use.
When I was notified by Amazon of the new release I immediately pre-ordered it. Although much of the material has all been released before, some of it is new and worthwhile. The Mindfulness portion for instance is a popular "in theme" having been pushed years ago by John Cabot Zinn and then picked up by Wayne Dyer and everyone else...so not unique.
Although this CD does have a significant portion of his past materials, tracks 4 and 5 of Session 1 alone are worth the price of the CD. (The Five Hindrances).
If you dont have any of his prior materials then you should pick this up, and you will get a good working selection of Bodhipaksa. If you have any of his past materials there is a significant duplication here of a lot of it. (other than the new tracks which are superb)
Hopefully he will release more material in the future but his scarcity of content is probably better than others that just have become too commericial in producing profits on obscure themes.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent basic meditation CD, Jun 18 2009
By stn - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Still the Mind: Simple Breathing Practices for Inner Peace (Audio CD)
I very much enjoyed "Still the Mind" and I think it is absolutely perfect for someone who is just starting out. I found it gave me a bit of a refresher and made counting - which had been getting tired - feel fresh again. Bodhipaksa's style is very straightforward and not new-agey which is good. I find some of that stuff annoying, but this CD doesn't try to add a lot of extra pomp and ceremony, it is straightforward and clear. Life is dramatic enough without having your meditation teacher trying to blow incense smoke up your butt.