Zen Buddhism: History, Practice, and Everyday Zen (The Meditation Traveler's Guide Book 1)

Zen is often pictured as perfect calm. Practice usually begins somewhere more ordinary: a chair, a restless mind, and a few honest minutes.

This richly illustrated guide introduces Zen Buddhism through its Indian and Chinese roots, the Soto and Rinzai traditions, monastery life, ethics, posture, breath, walking, tea, and short practices for everyday life. Unfamiliar terms such as zazen, shikantaza, koan, and Dogen are explained when they first appear.

A separate science section looks at mindfulness research, gamma rhythms, compassion training, and the limits of current evidence. Clear, warm, and grounded, this 36-page volume is for curious readers aged sixteen and older, whether they are new to meditation or looking for deeper context for an existing practice.