To all who are new to meditation, below are resources our sangha has compiled that you may find helpful as you begin your practice.
Recommended Books
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, The Joy of Living
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, Joyful Wisdom
Joseph Goldstein, Mindfulness
Guy Armstrong, Emptiness: A Practical Guide for Meditators
Bhikkhu Analaylo, Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide
Bhikkhu Bodhi, The Noble Eightfold Path
Tara Brach, Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life with the Heart of a Buddha
Pema Chodron, Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times
Christina Feldman, The Boundless Heart: The Buddha’s Path of Kindness, Compassion, Joy And Equanimity
Bhante Henepola Gunaratana, Mindfulness in Plain English
Thich Nhat Hahn, The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation
Jack Kornfield, A Path With Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spirtual Life
Jack Kornfield, After the Ecstasy, the Laundry: How the Heart Grows Wise on the Spiritual Path
Sharon Salzburg, Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness
Suzuki Roshi, Beginner’s Mind: Informal Talks on Zen Meditation and Practice
Recommended Pages
What is mindfulness awareness practice
Mindfulness of breathing with Bhikkhu Analayo
Recommended Podcasts
Recommended Videos
Common Ground Meditation Center YouTube Channel
Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche YouTube Channel
Recommended Retreats
Common Ground Meditation Center
Other Recommended Resources
Northfield Buddhist Meditation Center 