Asperger's Syndrome and Mindfulness Taking Refuge in the Buddha

Name: Asperger's Syndrome and Mindfulness Taking Refuge in the Buddha
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ISBN: 9781843106869

ISBN-10: 1843106868

ISBN-13: 9781843106869

Edition: 2008

Authors: Chris Mitchell

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Understanding who you are can be lonely and difficult following the diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome (AS). Asperger's Syndrome and Mindfulness illuminates this as an empowering path of discovery through the teachings of Buddhism. Chris Mitchell draws parallels between the experience of his own journey towards personhood through AS and the spiritual tenants of Theravada Buddhism, as outlined through the Eightfold Path. Worry and anxiety, confusing desires or negative thoughts are among the everyday hindrances a person with AS faces. This book takes the reader through key beliefs of Theravadic Buddhism, such as Mindfulness and the Four Noble Truths, showing how practices such as Insight…

Book details

List price: $26.95
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date: 12/15/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 144
Size: 5.50" wide x 8.50" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.396

Chris Mitchell is a Research Assistant at Northumbria University. He also does public speaking on the subject of Asperger's Syndrome.



Acknowledgments


Note on Terminology and Pronunciation



Introduction: The path of Asperger's Syndrome



Asperger's Syndrome and the Five Hindrances



Starting with Who You Are: How the easiest person to like can be you



Seeing the Truth: How to control mind proliferation and see others as they really are



Gaining Insight from Those Around Me: How insight can strengthen one's awareness



Worrying in an Anxiety-driven World: How to curb tendency to worry through curtailing stress and anxiety



Curtailing Feelings of Anger and Frustration: How to control and respond to anger effectively



Discipline and Routine: How to maintain discipline within routine, including managing changes



Developing Tolerance: How to develop acceptance of and openness towards others without resorting to naivety



Measuring Success and Goal-setting: How to measure success realistically and achieve without distancing ourselves from truth



Facing and Coping with Suffering: How to manage feelings of suffering (dukkha) through reflection



Finding Balance in Mindfulness and Concentration: How to take responsibility for one's own world and recognise the worlds others live within



Overcoming the Hindrances: How a person with Asperger's Syndrome can overcome difficulties associated with the Five Hindrances through recognition of the Five Spiritual Faculties



Epilogue: University reunion


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Index