Describes a traditional Buddhist approach to suffering and how embracing the painful situation and using communication, negative habits, and challenging experiences leads to emotional growth and happiness.

"A survey of the spiritual customs and traditions of the people of the southern highlands of Appalachia"--

Roman women were the procreators and nurturers of life, both in the domestic world of the family and in the larger sphere of the state. Although deterred from participating in most aspects of public life, women played an essential role in public religious ceremonies, taking part in rituals designed to ensure the fecundity and success of the agricultural cycle on which Roman society depended. Thus religion is a key area for understanding the contributions...

Happiness, the new collection by Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, outlines the essential steps by which we can all obtain real and lasting happiness. Each day we perform the tasks of everyday life without thought or awareness-walking, sitting, working, eating, driving, and much more. But if we remain truly aware of our actions, no matter the task we're performing, we can stay engaged in our lives and improve our outlook through mindfulness. This key practice...

A chronicle of the evangelical life, written by a born-again Christian and former "60 Minutes" producer, seeks to bridge the gaps between believers and non-believers.

While the notion that "happiness can found within oneself" has recently become popular, Buddhism has taught for thousands of years that every person is a Buddha, or enlightened being, and has the potential for true and lasting happiness. Through real-life examples, the authors explain how adopting this outlook has positive effects on one's health, relationships, and career, and gives new insights into world environmental concerns, peace issues, and...