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Tulku Thondup, “The Healing Power of Mind”1998 | ISBN-10: 1570623309, 1570622396 | 208 pages | PDF | 1 MBThe true nature of our minds is enlightened and peaceful, as the depth of the ocean is calm and clear. But when we mentally grasp and emotionally cling to our wants and worries with all our energy, we lose our own enlightened freedom and healing power, only to gain stress and exhaustion, suffering and overexcitement, like the turbulent waves rolling on the surface of the ocean.Our minds possess the power to heal pain and stress, and to blossom into peace and joy, by loosening the clinging attitudes that Buddhists call “grasping at self.” If we apply the mind’s healing power, we can heal not only our mental and emotional afflictions, but physical problems also.This book is an invitation to awaken the healing power of mind through inspiring images and sounds, mindful movements, positive perceptions, soothing feelings, trusting confidence, and the realization of openness. The healing principle on which these exercises are based is the universal nature and omnipresent power envisioned in Mahayana Buddhism. Yet for healing, we don’t have to be believers in any particular faith. We can heal body and mind simply by being what we truly are, and by allowing our own natural healing qualities to manifest: a peaceful and open mind, a loving and positive attitude, and warm, joyful energy in a state of balance and harmony. Amazon Top Customer Reviews5.0 out of 5 starsAAmazing!By A Customer on November 25, 2002Good for both the newcomer and the experienced reader of buddhism. I have read this book three times, and every time is a new experience that creates an amazing aura of mindful positivity.It is not a book of religion but it is the book about positivity.I would reccomend it for everyone.It has changed my life.5.0 out of 5 starsSimply stated…EXCELLENT!By V. Gallelli on August 12, 2006A must read for everyone. No matter what your faith, this is a no-nonsense form of empowering ourselves. This is the kind of book that should be on all our public school reading lists, and taught in our schools.5.0 out of 5 starsThis is an absolutely wonderful book.By A Customer on August 26, 1998This is one of the single best books I’ve seen for mind, body and spirit. Clear and concise, it exudes kindness, gentleness, and love. And it has greatly helped me and many people I know in dealing with every aspect of life.5.0 out of 5 stars Fortunately for him (and us) he got training in “The …By rally_squirrel_west on August 7, 2014The book is about exacting what the title says; but rather than Norman Vincent van Peale sort of stuff, it gives you practical exercises based on experience from one who knows about the need for healing. As with many Tibetan expatriates, it hasn’t been all roses on the outside moving to the west for the author Tulku Thondup. But, fortunately for him (and us) he got training in “The Healing Power of Mind” from an early age, so that it was imprinted in his being for application to all situations. I highly recommend this book for those who are seeking a better frame of mind life. Thondup is deliberately non-religious so as to be of service to all Westerners, no matter what their demonination (or not). This book is a powerful tool, and if you like the label, is a powerful tool of theCognitive Behavioral approach from a a different angle…. an angle that has experienced both the need for healing and the application of healing transformation protocols for everyday life.5.0 out of 5 starsA delight to read. Practical and multidimensional.By A Customer on September 17, 1998I love this book. It brings the wisdom of Tibetan Buddhism into everyday life–whether you call yourself a Buddhist or not. It shows how you can use healing attitudes and imagery. Simple, nondogmatic, loving, and practical.5.0 out of 5 starsAwesome Little Book of MeditationsBy Ms.Bane on November 18, 2014Awesome little book of self-guided meditations for various healings such as fear, loss, health, etc. The meditations in the book are short reading but in practice can take a bit of time depending on where you take yourself with them. I really love this book and it makes a great gift especially for someone who is facing a difficult challenge.Comment One person found this helpful. Was this review helpful to you?YesNoReport abuse5.0 out of 5 starsSuch a good book.By Shinobi on June 30, 2015Format: Kindle Edition Verified PurchaseThis book seems self-evident to me. It may not be to you. I may have gone way too far-out and woo woo over the last couple of years.Simply read, this book restores calm.I have yet to attempt all the exercises, but I have tried the visualizations (because they speak to me).The exercises in this book are drawn primarily from the Nyingma school of Buddhism.One day I will be disciplined enough to do exercises from this book every week.5.0 out of 5 starsHeals both mind and soulBy Patricia T. Schnitz on April 11, 2013Inspirational! Helped me with meditation and belief in myself and the power to self heal myself through Ovarian Cancer which I was newly diagnosed with.