Ani Trime's Little Book of Affirmations: 52 Illustrated Practices for a Peaceful and Open Mind

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This beautiful little volume combines 52 accessible and open-hearted affirmations from the beloved Tibetan Buddhist teacher Ani Trime with original illustrative interpretations from a wide range of popular contemporary artists. "Every thought I think is creating my future." So begin the 52 affirmations of Ani Trime, a beloved teacher in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition who began her own life as a gruff, plainspoken West Virginian. Noted for her humour and no-nonsense approach to spiritual practice, Trime offers wise uplifting affirmations that will resonate with everyone. Collected in an appealing, pocket-size volume, Ani Trime's Little Book of Affirmations features original illustrations created by 39 well-known contemporary commercial artists. AUTHOR: Ani Trime Lhamo, fully ordained as a Buddhist nun in 1988, was a beloved meditation teacher in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. She was spiritual director of the Princeton Buddhist Meditation Group for more than two decades. She also practiced, taught, and led retreats throughout the U.S. and Canada, including at the Omega Institute and Gampo Abbey, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, where she was a resident. A West Virginia native, she died in October 2016 at the age of 88, leaving behind thousands of students who cherished her clarity, sense of humour, and no-nonsense approach to spiritual practice in an everyday context. SELLING POINTS: . Accessible affirmations from a beloved Buddhist teacher. Ani Trime was a well-known and beloved teacher at the Princeton Buddhist Meditation Group in Princeton, New Jersey, where she had thousands of students. She was known for her sense of humour and her no-nonsense approach to spiritual practice. Her work was admired and praised by her close colleague Pema Chodron. . Features original illustrations by 39 internationally recognised and notable artists whose work has appeared in publications such as the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, the San Francisco Chronicle, The New Yorker, O, The Oprah Magazine, TIME, Outside, Fast Company, Real Simple, Vanity Fair, Entertainment Weekly, GQ, Rolling Stone, and many others. . Appealing, highly browsable gift package. Every spread features an affirmation accompanied by an original illustrative interpretation, inviting reflection and meditation through both words and images.

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"For all who are curious, willing, and open to working with our minds, Ani Trime has created the perfect vehicle to move, inspire, and guide us. These weekly affirmations, accompanied by such cool and unique illustrations, remind us simply yet powerfully that the choice to be free is ours. So, please feed your mind and keep this wonderful book next to your cushion or bedside, and most importantly, in your heart." -- Steve Buscemi, actor

"A succinct and eloquent guide for living mindfully. The rich variety of drawings offers a delightful counterpoint to Ani Trime's wise, direct, and tender teachings. This beautiful little book is like a kind companion giving much needed encouragement in turbulent times." -- Meredith Monk, composer, director, and performer

"I love [this] book. It's a visual and sanity-inducing treat!" -- Joel Cadman, art director, Wall Street Journal

"After years of serious study and practice, Trime believed that simplicity could cut through our habitual patterns and lead us to liberation. Out of this belief came this set of affirmations: short, hopeful, and always kind." -- Onryu Mary Stares, head of practice (tanto) at San Francisco Zen Center

"Ani Trime was an excellent teacher and a great friend. She taught by example and she was genuine always. With this little book of affirmations, you can see into Trime's generous and gregarious heart and immerse yourself in the wisdom of her years." -- James Kullander, program coordinator of Pema Chdrn's retreats at the Omega Institute

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Ani Trime Lhamo, fully ordained as a Buddhist nun in 1988, was a beloved meditation teacher in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. She was spiritual director of the Princeton Buddhist Meditation Group for more than two decades. She also practiced, taught, and led retreats throughout the U.S. and Canada, including at the Omega Institute and Gampo Abbey, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, where she was a resident. A West Virginia native, she died in October 2016 at the age of 88, leaving behind thousands of students who cherished her clarity, sense of humor, and no-nonsense approach to spiritual practice in an everyday context.