The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: Guidance on the Path to Mindfulness from a Spiritual Leader
by Haemin Sunim, Chi-Young Kim (Translator), Youngcheol Lee (Illustrator)
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"Is it the world that's busy, or is it my mind?"
The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this best-selling mindfulness guide - it has sold more than three million copies in Korea, where it was a number-one best-seller for 41 weeks and received multiple best book of the year awards - Haemin Sunim (which means "spontaneous wisdom"), a renowned Buddhist meditation teacher born in Korea and educated in the United States, illuminates a path to inner peace and balance amid the overwhelming demands of everyday life.
By offering guideposts to well-being and happiness in eight areas - including relationships, love, and spirituality - Haemin Sunim emphasizes the importance of forging a deeper connection with others and being compassionate and forgiving toward ourselves. (less)
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Published February 7th 2017 by Penguin Books (first published January 13th 2012)
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Rebecca Jane Brown
Jun 28, 2017Rebecca Jane Brown rated it it was amazing
I loved this book. To summarise my thoughts: this book is what you reach for when you're feeling low - it's a hug in book format. I recommend you don't read from cover to cover in one sitting - read when you need a little inspiration or pick me up. It's such a sweet and simple book - anyone could read and glean the wisdom it provides.... I recommend <3.
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Syeda Ahad
Jun 03, 2017Syeda Ahad rated it it was amazing
Heart warming, soothing, simple, yet full of wisdom :) Started reading it at a difficult time and this book helped me find myself back again. I wouldn't say it is filled with extraordinary enlightenment, but that is the best part about it. There are some simple yet powerful truth which we all know deep down inside, but it is so easy to loose our connection with those when we are too wound up in our busy life. This book was a kind a gentle reminder to those truths for me. A small book, but I took my time reading and thinking about the lines. Will definitely read again and again. And also will recommend to anyone who is distressed with anything in their life right now. This book is a gem indeed :) ! (less)
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Brandice
May 07, 2019Brandice rated it liked it
I listened to the audiobook of The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: Guidance on the Path to Mindfulness from a Spiritual Leader after seeing a few positive reviews for it. It’s a short audiobook (approximately 3 hours) and while worth a listen, once, it didn’t offer any groundbreaking or novel new ideas. At best, it’s a reminder to be present in the moment. For example:
- Be aware of your emotions as you experience them. They are passing through.
- Witness the emergence of a thought. ...more
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Chaimaa
Sep 26, 2021Chaimaa rated it it was amazing
Sincerely simple things have their own magic, right book at the right time.
When you read it you will feel like probably you have already met some of the advices mentioning here, but sometimes it's good to remind yourself, and this book is here for this reason.
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Katie
Oct 08, 2017Katie rated it really liked it
Nothing new here but I somehow felt lighter as I kept reading.
Don't dwell on negative thoughts.
Forgive others.
Remember to treat yourself with compassion.
Perspective can change any stressful situation.
Choose happiness, not success.
Always take time to listen.
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Montzalee Wittmann
Aug 22, 2021Montzalee Wittmann rated it it was ok
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: Guidance on the Path to Mindfulness from a Spiritual Leader
by Haemin Sunim
I picked this up at the library thinking this would be a good book for inspiration or at least a feel good book. I was disappointed. It was really just common sense. Nothing I haven't thought of and try to do on my own now.
I did think the author was a bit full of themselves, lol, even in the title! If I already am thinking and doing these things does this make me a spiritual ...more
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Kent Winward
Sep 01, 2017Kent Winward rated it it was ok
Chicken Soup for the Fortune Cookie.
Home cooked homilies with an Eastern flavor.
Slow down and you'll not see anything new here. (less)
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Jokoloyo
Aug 30, 2020Jokoloyo rated it really liked it
A universal feel good book. I recommend this book for everyone. There is a reason why this book is pretty popular on general bookstores.
This book has a lot of calming illustrations. Indeed this is a book for slowing down and ease our minds.
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Kirsty
Jun 03, 2017Kirsty rated it liked it · review of another edition
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I was given a copy of Haemin Sunim's The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down by a dear friend after she undertook a stint of work experience at Penguin. Thoughtfully, Abbie wrote in her note that she thought this tome would be a good antidote to in-depth thesis reading, and it was.
Nearly three million copies of the book have been sold worldwide since its publication in 2012, and it has been translated from its original Korean by Chi-Young Kim in collaboration with the author himself. This year, in fact, marks the publication of its first English translation. It is essentially a guide to mindfulness, of how to make the most of oneself despite outside factors sometimes wishing to throw us off course. The subtitle of The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down, 'How to Be Calm in a Busy World' will, I am sure, speak to many of us in the modern world. I am personally a very calm person, and rarely get stressed out, but I find books like this lovely to dip in and out of; they are soothing, almost.
Sunim is a Buddhist monk, who lives between his native South Korea and the United States, where he lectures. Building on a large Twitter and Facebook presence, where he tweets missives and guidance, he has aimed to offer 'advice on everything from handling setbacks at work to dealing with love and relationships'. His 'simple, compassionate teachings transcend religion, borders and ages, and serve as a calming reminder of the strength and joy that come from slowing down'. This inclusivity is admirable, certainly; one thing which we dearly need in this world is a demonstration of the things which unite us, rather than divide us.
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down has been split into several sections - 'Rest', 'Mindfulness', 'Passion', 'Relationships', 'Love', 'Life', 'The Future', and 'Spirituality'. Each chapter opens with an essay, which muses upon the subject in question and how best Sunim thinks we should approach it, and is then followed by a series of short pieces, 'words of advice and wisdom'.
To me, a lot of the short sections felt a little cheesy and patronising, which I'm sure was unintentional on part of the author; we are told, for example: 'Pat yourself on the back for the hard work you are doing. Then go to bed one hour earlier as a gift to your body'. I preferred the essays, which were largely thoughtful and well thought through. There are some nice pieces of advice given about how best to take notice of the world around us, and spending time with loved ones. Occasionally, though, this advice is just plain odd, and blunt in its delivery: 'A good family trip can prevent divorce'.
Much of the book, as one might expect, spirals around spirituality and religion, two topics which do not particularly appeal to me as an atheist. I did find that Sunim came across as rather preachy at times, which did not endear me to him. However, he suggests meditation as a way to grasp one's own consciousness of the world and their place within it, which, I felt, was quite a nice piece of advice which could be easily worked into even a hectic day. Some of his ideas are nice, and he is clearly passionate about what he is writing about, however, so there is a nice balance to be found within. It does seem at times as though Sunim was merely working through his own insecurities whilst writing, and several of the asides seem downright obvious.
On an aesthetic level, The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down has been beautifully designed, and put me in mind of the recent craze of lovely hygge hardbacks. Lovely illustrations have been included throughout, which add yet another dimension of calm to the tome.
I believe that The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down will be of most use to those who suffer with anxiety disorders and depression; it is a rather light but fitting book that can be read one small part at a time, and offers useful advice for seeing positives and focusing upon things of importance to the individual. The author, in fact, recommends that it is not read all in one go, from cover to cover; rather, he says, sections should be digested and reflected upon by the reader before he or she moves on. The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down would be a very thoughtful addition to a loved one's bedside table or reading stack, to provide respite from hectic lives, stresses, and other problems. (less)
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Myrthe
Jun 04, 2019Myrthe rated it it was ok
Shelves: nonfiction, kobo-plus
Alright, so this really disappointed me to be very honest. However, I don't think that's the book's fault, but rather my own: I went in with very wrong expectations. You see, I actually thought that this book would be full of things that you would see only when you slowed down: I was thinking things such as the way the moon reflects in the water on evening walks, or something. That's definitely not what this is: it's a book full of tiny quotes (or guideposts) on how to be happy. If you want to read this, please make sure you know that that is what you're gonna get! 1 star for enjoyment, but with an extra star because I know full well it's my own fault. (less)
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Diana Long
Feb 01, 2018Diana Long rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
A philosophy of promoting peace and tranquility into our lives regardless of religious beliefs. The author is a Buddist Monk from Korea and yet he is comfortable quoting favorite passages from the Bible or making references to Kalil Gibran. Enlightening and Inspirational.
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Michelle Curie
May 24, 2018Michelle Curie rated it liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: nonfiction
This is a lovely and sweet collection of aphorisms and essays phrased by a Buddhist monk and teacher. It is essentially a guide to mindfulness, comprising spiritual advice on dealing with anything from relationships to stress and a book that is easy to dip in and out of.
It is divided in eight chapters, each focussing on a different topic: Rest, Mindfulness, Passion, Relationships, Love, Life, The Future, Spirituality. Each part starts with a short personal story by Sunim before moving on to a collection of advices and occasionally relevant quotes from other influential people. I guess it is one of the books that make the most sense if you refer to it whenever you find yourself in a situation of needing some words of wisdom on something specific, as it just quite dense with information and sometimes too specific to gain from if there is no relevance.
I personally found especially the chapters on Rest and Mindfulness interesting, but in general Sunim advocates being a gentler, empathic and more perceptive person. There was one passage that I particularly enjoyed, which made me think about how similar every humans experience of being human ultimately is, despite how different all of our lives may seem:
"[N]o matter how many wonderful accomplishments one has had, we all have our share of setbacks, heartbreak, and loss. We have to face challenges we have no control over. Loneliness and the fear of death will accompany us to our final days. Everyone is on the same treacherous journey of life's tainted glory."
All in all, this is a genuinely kind collection to refer to sometimes and that might provide comfort to some in times of need for a voice of both reason and heart.
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Hákon Gunnarsson
Mar 02, 2018Hákon Gunnarsson rated it really liked it
Shelves: non-fiction
It’s a nice book, with some interesting insights into mindfulness, but I thought it was slightly repetitive. In the beginning the author, Haemin Sunim, says that it’s best read slowly to get the most out of it, but I read it pretty quickly. Maybe that’s why I found it a little repetative. Anyway, I liked it for most parts.
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Deepti
Jan 18, 2022Deepti rated it really liked it
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Milan
Nov 12, 2019Milan rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: non-fiction, tn, spirituality
This is a small book of practical thoughts from a Buddhist monk. Haemin Sunim's book should be read slowly. I had to keep the book aside many times and think about how I behave in certain situations. The book is divided into eight sections: Rest, Mindfulness, Passion, Relationships, Love, Life, The Future and Spirituality and any topic can be read first. The wisdom contained in this book cannot be absorbed in one reading. It should be read multiple times. “We know the world only through the window of our mind. When our mind is noisy, the world is as well. And when our mind is peaceful, the world is, too. Knowing our minds is just as important as trying to change the world.” (less)
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Viv JM
Feb 03, 2019Viv JM rated it liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: z2019-atw-trans-lit-genre-challenge, z2019-atw-trans-lang-challenge, in-translation, read-in-2019, buddhism, author-male, non-fiction
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3.5 stars
This is really quite a sweet little book. Each chapter contains a very short essay, followed by an illustration and then some short soundbites to ponder on (kind of in the style of the Dhammapada, perhaps). It's not breaking new ground and there are other more comprehensive guides to mindfulness, but it's nevertheless a nice book to have and dip into for subjects for meditative thought. I particularly liked the author's open-minded attitude to other religions and beliefs. The illustrations are rather lovely too. (less)
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Lisa Shultz
Jul 03, 2017Lisa Shultz rated it really liked it
A book that is meant to read slowly. I found reading a few pages before bed, upon rising or in the bath to be a good time. It helped me to ground and balance.
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Nyamka Ganni
Sep 06, 2018Nyamka Ganni added it
Shelves: non-fiction, self-help, spirituality
"Knowledge wants to talk. Wisdom wants to listen."
“What makes music beautiful is the distance between one note and another. What makes speech eloquent is the appropriate pause between words. From time to time we should take a breath and notice the silence between sounds.”
“Do not fight your negative emotions. Observe and befriend them.”
"When blinded by anger, we make choices we later regret. Leaving the room before the bridge is burned is a sign of maturity."
“We know the world only through the window of our mind. When our mind is noisy, the world is as well. And when our mind is peaceful, the world is, too. Knowing our minds is just as important as trying to change the world.”
“The most dangerous people are those who have passion but lack wisdom.”
“It is a sign of great spiritual strength to keep someone else’s secret.”
"When conversation turns to someone's flaws, try not to participate and gently redirect the conversation." (less)
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Lau
Mar 04, 2021Lau rated it did not like it · review of another edition
Shelves: did-not-finish, dutch, donated, received-gifts
Highly unsuitable if you've got mental health problems (like me), with advice such as:
"If work is making you unhappy
And you're sacrificing mind and soul
Consider how your work is helping others
And keep sacrificing yourself for them ✌🏻☺️🥰"
“If you're unhappy
Go to sleep
I swear
It works ✌🏻"
"Are negative memories haunting you?
Live in the present
And keep running away
From your past 🥰❤️🏃”
"Having trouble falling to sleep?
Think of all your loved ones
And you'll sleep right away
They're boring as fuck 🛏😴💤"
...ok I may have interpreted this a little different but I SWEAR this gave me anger issues. It's clearly written by someone who's not experienced PTSD or any other form of mental illness. I genuinely needed to meditate AFTER reading pieces of this to get rid of all my anger.
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Lana
Nov 16, 2016Lana rated it really liked it · review of another edition
soothing and heart-warming, this is the book young people can seek for in search of understanding, healing and warmth ~
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Gearóid
Jan 16, 2019Gearóid rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Very nice little book.
Full of good advise and common sense.
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Nathania
Sep 01, 2021Nathania rated it it was amazing
I don't know what stars i should give for this book.
This book make me consider that life become harder when me think out of my control.
This book teach me to stop and look at when I feel tired of this life. This book encouraging me to understand people's feeling. Life is not about talk but also is about listen people.
This book also tell about passion, being happy , forgiveness , relationship, love , life, future, spirituality. I am thankful for Haemin Sunim to write this book. Really amazing and make me more humble to other person.
There is some words from this book, that amazed me :
"Has something disappointed you?
Has something made you sad?
It's the school of life trying to teach you an important lesson. When you feel ready, take the time to understand the lesson"
"But if you calm yourself and look more deeply, you will see that the person who hurt you is suffering, too."
"Do not try to control those around you. When you can't control even your own mind, what makes you think you can control others?"
"Choose happiness, not success as your life's goal. If you become succesful but aren't happy, then what is the point?"
"Does the person you hate deserve to be carried around in your heart? Keep in your heart only those who love you. If you carry around with you people you hate, it causes only angst and depression"
"Love need to be balanced. If you like him more than he likes you, give him time and space to catch up. It is important to hold back your emotions when your feelings are not balance with his."
"We should love people like sun loves the earth. The sun loves the earth without choosing to
It nourishes tree and flowers, expecting nothing in return. It doesn't withhold its rays but brightens everything with its presence."
"Life is like a slice of pizza. It looks delicious in an advertisement, but when we actually have it, it is not as good as we imagined." (less)
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Marina
Jul 01, 2019Marina rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Shelves: 2019, english, compilation, bookmate, self-help, borrow, adult, novels, e-book, non-fiction
** Books 68 - 2019 **
3,8 of 5 stars!
“The more grateful we feel, the happier we become. This is because gratitude helps us realize we are all connected. Nobody feels like an island when feeling grateful. Gratitude awakens us to the truth of our interdependent nature.”
I dunno why but i think the situation is around me is not getting better (especially my working place) and i just need some books that lighten and enriching my minds. so thats why reading this pieces is makes me more grateful in just a small things. I try to be more happier than before with such a small stuff (Winning over Rock-paper-scissors) or even i got chance reviewed an ARC Books can give me a small butterflies in my stomach
I try to not really care about what people think of me. I just wanna to be myself. I know what things that makes me happy. I wanna spread more kindness since i dunno why but i think somehow i get the kindness in others form without i am notice. I realize i just happy with a small things that happen around me. It can be i am more into to get an simple life? yes life is already giving me such a hardships and i just wanna to stay away for an complicated stuff.
This books is really help me to get more peaceful minds. I recommend this books to you if you have an foul moods and needs to be reminds how to be more grateful in your life for a small things :)
Thankyou Bookmate! (less)
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Nikki Sarrat-O'Connell
Feb 14, 2017Nikki Sarrat-O'Connell rated it it was amazing
Good things come in small packages. This is one!! ✌
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ngoc nguyen
Aug 03, 2021ngoc nguyen rated it it was amazing
i don't often read self-help books but this one was so eye-opening and beautiful. i'm not a spiritual person but the advice this book gives is so true
it also talks a lot about mindfulness and gratitude which are things that i absolutely need to focus more on. other that that, the book gives amazing advice about love, relationships, etc. i honestly think everyone can benefit from reading this book
oh and the illustrations in this book??? so so beautiful and elegant (less)
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KLC
Jan 25, 2021KLC rated it it was amazing
I'm definitely not in the demographic for this. It was specifically written for people born and raised in the Korean work culture, but also resonated with Chinese and Japanese citizens (according to the author's introduction). That makes a lot of sense to me. I don't know if it's because I'm from the West or because I've read several self help books, but all the information in here seems like common sense.
If you're in the demographic, this is a great book. It's also not very long, so even if you're not in the demographic, you can read it in an evening. (less)
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Zarina
Mar 24, 2018Zarina rated it really liked it · review of another edition
The Things You Can Only See When You Slow Down comprises of a series of inspiring essays by Zen Buddhist teacher and author Haemin Sunim, interspersed with thought provoking quotes by him and other influential people in the world of mindfulness. Alongside these there is also stunning art by Youngcheol Lee, which not only beautifully compliments the writing but provides a serene backdrop for contemplation in its own right.
Divided in eight distinctive chapters – rest, mindfulness, passion, relationships, love, life, future and spirituality – this is a book that can be read back to front (like I did to be able to review it), but I would advise instead to dip in and out of relevant chapters depending on your own current needs. That way you can soak up the inspiring words much better and apply the teachings and ideas within your own life, rather than all of the advice and 'aha' moments blending together.
I'll definitely be returning to a few of the chapters that are particularly poignant to my own life right now to be able to get more value out of the wise words captured within.
I personally found the essays more interesting than the individual snippets of advice blended in through the medium of short quotes, just because there were so many of them and it did become difficult to distinguish one from the other after a while. They would work great as individual quote cards or posters, but within the book there were just too many together on the same page.
There were a few that particularly stood out, but I had to write them down separately to remember them. One that I especially loved and try to stand still by more now is:
"Those who work in a playful, relaxed manner tend to work efficiently and creatively, those who work nonstop, driven only by stress, work without joy."
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down is a very inspiring read, filled with poignant advise and calming art work. But to get the most value out of each of the chapters, I definitely recommend consuming them in bite-sized chunks rather than all in one go. (less)
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A multimillion-copy bestselling book of spiritual wisdom about slowing down in our fast-paced world
The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships, in a beautiful book combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations. Haemin Sunim's simple messages - which he first wrote when he responded to requests for advice on social media - speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down.Hugely popular in Korea, Haemin Sunim is a Zen meditation teacher whose teachings transcend religion, borders and ages. With insight and compassion drawn from a life full of change, the bestselling monk succeeds at encouraging all of us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.
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'Is it the world that's busy, or my mind?'
The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships, in a beautiful book combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations. Haemin Sunim's simple messages speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down.
Hugely popular in Korea, Haemin Sunim is a Zen meditation teacher whose teachings transcend religion, borders and ages. With insight and compassion drawn from a life full of change, the bestselling monk succeeds at encouraging all of us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.
About Haemin Sunim
HAEMIN SUNIM is one of the most influential Zen Buddhist teachers and writers in the world. Born in South Korea and educated at Berkeley, Harvard, and Princeton, he received formal monastic training in Korea and taught Buddhism at Hampshire College in Massachusetts. He is one of the most influential monks in the world, with 1.8 million followers on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram
Haemin lives in Seoul when not travelling to share his teachings.
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Everyone who wants to thrive more in their life should have it on their nightstand -- Arianna Huffington
Universal truths, beautifully expressed,lovingly illustrated -- Mark Williams, co-author of 'Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World'
Ingeniously simple tips from a zen monk that'll boost your mood, career - and relationships ― Daily Mail
Offers practical advice on everything from handling setbacks to relationships. Best for reclaiming your zen ― Stylist
Taking time is Sunim's thing. He's a Buddhist monk who has become internationally famous for it. Written in response to requests for advice on social media, [The Things You Can See] directly addresses problems facing people around the world -- John-Paul Flintoff ― Guardian
Full of insightful and practical advice-and wonderfully portable, like a daily guidebook. I read it with great interest -- Bhante Gunaratana, author of 'Mindfulness in Plain English'
Haemin Sunim has offered us a remarkable gift, a compendium of practical wisdom. It is accessible brilliance -- Allan Lokos, founder and guiding teacher, Community Meditation Center, NYC; author of 'Through the Flames', 'Patience', and 'Pocket Peace'
A remarkable guide to how to live a life of unpretentious authenticity and compassionate engagement. In Haemin Sunim's brief essays and aphorisms, the insights of Buddhism have fully become the stuff of life itself -- Robert Buswell, Director of Buddhist Studies, UCLA
This book is wonderful-straight from the heart of a wise, kind teacher. Written simply and with gentle humor, it will help you find lasting happiness in a changing world -- Rick Hanson, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling author of 'Buddha’s Brain' and 'Hardwiring Happiness'
Loving, practical, and kind, The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down is a beautiful reminder of the rewards of living wisely -- Jack Kornfield, bestselling author of 'A Path with Heart' and 'The Wise Heart'
Filled with gems of wisdom, this book will lift up your heart and enliven your spirit -- Tara Brach, author of 'Radical Acceptance' and 'True Refuge'
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down proves what the Wise have always taught: As goes our attention, so comes our experience. The more we attend to living in the present moment, the richer becomes our experience of it . . . and of our own higher possibilities -- Guy Finley, bestselling author of 'The Secret of Letting Go'
Perfect for readers looking for a respite from busy lives and tumultuous times . . . Sunim evokes a calm assuredness in his philosophy, reminiscent of Lebanese-American poet Kahlil Gibran ― Publishers Weekly
Haemin Sunim's book has a place in my backpack now. When I read it at the coffee shop, my coffee break becomes a meditation break. At bedtime, it brings me peace. And in the morning it inspires me -- Joseph Emet, author of 'Finding the Blue Sky' and 'Buddha’s Book of Meditation'
I believe this elegant book will help heal a river of grief that runs through our entire nation, just below the surface, everywhere I go. People ache for time with those they love, with friends and family, with nature. My hope is that everyone who opens this book will immediately find some passage, some way into a secret garden of slow time, where things of great beauty and truth grow, and blossom, in effortless abundance. It is a glorious refuge -- a timely, welcome escape from the pervasive trance of ordinary, relentlessly productive time -- Wayne Muller, bestselling author of 'Sabbath' and 'A Life of Being, Having, and Doing Enough'
Wonderful . . . They read almost like haikus -- Lakshmi Singh ― All Things Considered (NPR)
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Publisher : Penguin Life; 1st edition (8 February 2018)
Language : English
Paperback : 288 pages
ISBN-10 : 0241340667
ISBN-13 : 978-0241340660
Dimensions : 12.7 x 2.3 x 17.9 cm
Best Sellers Rank: 679 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
1 in Zen Spirituality
2 in Zen Philosophy (Books)
6 in Mind-Body Medicine
Customer Reviews: 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,717 ratings
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Haemin Sunim
Haemin Sunim is a Zen Buddhist teacher, writer and the founder of the School of Broken Hearts in Seoul. Born in South Korea and educated at Berkeley, Harvard, and Princeton, he received formal monastic training from Haein monastery, South Korea and taught Asian religions at Hampshire College in Massachusetts for seven years. He is one of the most influential Zen monks in the world, with over 1 million followers on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. His first book, The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down has been translated into more than 30 different languages and sold over three million copies. His second book, Love for Imperfect Things was the number one bestseller of the year 2016 in South Korea and became available in multiple languages in 2019. Haemin resides in Seoul when not travelling to share his teachings.
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Very wise words on how to look at different scenarios in ones life and act accordingly. This book reminds us that we are not just one but are part of the universe. It really makes you think about how you treat others and ultimately how this affects you in becoming a better person. A book to take your time reading, time to slow down and process thoughts.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brief quotes and advice for those times when it all seems too much.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 November 2018
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this book, but it will be very useful for future reference. There are many short pieces of advice and sayings which, for those who struggle with everyday life, may just take the "edge" off things. One of the best quotes I have ever heard from a professional is "Remember - not ALL stress is yours"
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I found it very enjoyable to begin with but, as it went on and I realised the format (explanation followed by platitudes), I got a bit tired of it. I am new to mindfulness and found this partially helpful.
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Aren’t we always on the run, doing this, going there, the deadlines, the procrastination, the competition?
Aren’t we just running to want more?
We never enjoy the journey but we are always on the hurry to reach the final destination and this brings all the frustration, the depression when actually we can save ourselves if we reflect upon the path, we meet some amazing souls, go by some of the most scenic views, heal because of the natural music of birds, smile a little wider because of the cute fur balls and go ahead in life like the free flowing water of the river one day at a time. .
The things you will see when you slow down is a perfect reminder for us, it makes you realise that the best of experiences are free and can only be experienced if you are at peace with yourself.. !
@nakuulmehta thank you super much for sharing what you read, it’s because of you I could start my 2019 with this masterpiece.
@haemin_sunim thanks for the things you will see when you slow down ♥️
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