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Books recommended by Andy Puddicombe

Andy Puddicombe

Andy Puddicombe is a British monk and meditation teacher known for popularizing Mindfulness in a Busy World, a podcast that explores mindfulness and its application to everyday life. His work made him famous. The recommended books, including Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind, share an emphasis on cultivating a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment, often drawing from Buddhist and meditation traditions. They typically employ accessible language and practical exercises to help readers develop greater self-awareness and inner peace.

  1. Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice (by Shunryu Suzuki). Recommended by Kevin Rose , Leo Babauta , Marc Benioff , Sharon Salzberg , Steve Jobs , Garry Tan , Andy Puddicombe