Choosing to Be: Lessons in Living from a Feline Zen Master

(Paperback, 2nd Edition, Revised, Updated)

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Drawn from the deeply personal reflections of a formerly depressed person, this uplifting story shows how a cat taught meditation and allowed the mind to heal. This lively, magical, and enlightening book revolves around a wise Maine Coon cat, his kitten muse, and the author Kat Tansey as they take the reader on a challenging and often amusing journey from the disorienting haze of depression to the freedom and clarity of the Buddha mind. The narrative is both inspiring and essential for gaining an understanding of the inner self, reducing stress, finding inner peace, and knowing the joys and comforts of answering to a cat master.

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"We could all live more joyful lives if we learn the lessons in Choosing to Be.A" -Aurora Winter, author, From Heartbreak to Happiness Cats, meditation, and the quest for inner peace-what could be better! Choosing to Be is an intriguing guide to Buddhist meditation and philosophy, with a special twist. Read it and be inspired.A" -Carol Kline, coauthor, Chicken Soup for the Cat Lover's Soul "A delightful, uplifting book about healing, laughter and transformation - an engaging way to introduce the complex art [of meditation] ... a sincere guide to breathing with divine wisdom and finding one's way out of darkness." -Guideposts Magazine Choosing to Be is destined to affect millions of lives. This captivating and inspiring story illuminates a surprising, yet simple pathway from inner turmoil to inner peace. Kat Tansey is every bit as wise as her eclectic team of Buddha masters.A" -Mary E. Allen, author, The Power of Inner Choice "Kat discovers and uses Buddhist meditation to free herself from the bonds of depression." -Howard Eaton, author, The Mystic "A rare and wonderful combination of compelling narrative, endearing characters, and accessible, solid meditation instruction, all with a light, humorous touch. Kat Tansey makes it easy to willingly suspend disbelief and learn along with her from the teachings of her resident feline meditation master. A thoroughly enjoyable and 'enlightening' read!" -Abby Seixas, author, Finding the Deep River "There are many books on meditation, but none are as precise as this one. Tansey shows how a meditation practice can be troublesome and how to turn those obstacles around." -Allan Hunter, author, Princes, Frogs and Ugly Sisters: The Healing Power of the Grimm Brothers' Tales "Kat Tansey guides us in a meditation on the cat, tapping into ancient systems of attention that calm both the spirit and the flesh. Like a great cat, Choosing to Be is a delight, a revelation, and a joy to curl up with." -Meg Daley Olmert, author, Made For Each Other, The Biology of the Human-Animal Bond

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Kat Tansey is an innovative educator and award winning author of creative non-fiction books about topics that arrive on her life's doorstep demanding her attention -- topics like defining the principles of change in order to alter the direction of one's life, learning about Buddhist meditation to transform crippling depression, and uncovering the mysteries of sleep to overcome insomnia. Kat combines her vivid imagination, investigative powers, and ability to make complicated subjects understandable to create unique books that entertain while they educate and enlighten. She is a woman of intense curiosity who sees her life as an adventurous journey of the mind and spirit as much as it is about the events in her physical life. What sustains her in this journey is a robust sense of humor, a lifelong love of animals, and a deeply felt connection with the wondrous beauty of art and nature.