Resources
Books, apps, and teachers I return to on the path.
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Books
What the Buddha Taught
by Walpola Rahula
A clear, accessible introduction to the core teachings of the Buddha, grounded in the early discourses.
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by Thich Nhat Hanh
A gentle and comprehensive guide to the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, and interbeing.
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by Robert Wright
A secular look at how Buddhist insights about the mind align with modern psychology and neuroscience.
View on AmazonIn the Buddha's Words
by Bhikkhu Bodhi
An anthology of teachings from the Pali canon, arranged thematically with scholarly introductions.
View on AmazonApps & Teachers
Waking Up
A secular meditation app with deep theory and practice, developed by Sam Harris.
Visit siteDharma Seed
A vast free archive of Dharma talks from Insight Meditation teachers around the world.
Visit siteInsight Timer
A free meditation app with thousands of guided meditations, timers, and a supportive community.
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