An amazing book that got me through :)

[Baileys_mum]

Hi everyone,
Im not a buddhist but I came across this book when I was really stressed with my 10 month old son "buddhism for mothers with lingering questions by Sarah Napthali". I so badly wanted to be a gentle, down to earth parent but still couldnt help letting the stress of day to day struggles get to me. Im sure you all know what a balancing act it can be. This book has shown me that its natural to feel frustrated and its nothing to be ashamed of but catching yourself out when you react badly starts building an awareness of so many things about yourself and over time you start to let the frustration just wash over you rather than letting it take a hold. This book has taught me that even if my house is a disaster area to still be able to sit down with my son and play with him. Live in the moment like him and even see the world a little through his eyes where a messy house isnt the end of the world. Once i have taken this time out I can get back to doing the essential things I have to do in a more content frame of mind. Hope it helps some of you guys too

[queenbee]

sounds great, i would love to read it. where did you buy it from?

[Baileys_mum]

sounds great, i would love to read it. where did you buy it from?

hi queenbee
I got mine from the bookshop borders. I think its a new release so it should be in most bookstores but you can also buy it on amazon

[boomba]

I have seen this book and wondered what it would be like! Will be getting it tommorrow, thanks for posting. x

[Yael]

This is one of the best books i've read. I love it! I'm reading a lot about mindfulness at the moment. I ordered mine from Amazon after borrowing it from the local library and reading it, and deciding i need a copy constantly at hand.

[Yael]

Make sure you get "Buddhism for Mothers: A Calm Approach to Caring for Yourself and Your Children". It is the first book,

The second one is ""buddhism for mothers with lingering questions", and it is mainly for those with older questions.

The first one really covers the fundamentals.


Anyone up for doing a bookclub discussion on this book?

[Cyathea]

O thanks for the reminder! I've read "Buddhism for mothers" a couple of times and really enjoyed it, I knew she had written another, but could never remember to look out for it...i think I need it as my two are growing up now

[Rahjah]

Just want to say - I read this thread, bought the book, and it is helping me so much! I am a Christian but OMG what a great book. She hits the nail right on the head, and already I am noticing I am able to be calmer, less anxious and more intentional.

Great, thanks so much.

[queenbee]

Oh I already ordered the second one and didn't order the first one first! Ah well, might have to go and order the first one now. Can't wait to read it!!

Actually, it the first one called BUDDHISM FOR MOTHERS? That's it??? I can't find the other bit on the end???? HELP!

[queenbee]

It's ok, found the first one. Just ordered that online so will look forward to receiving both of them now ;-)

[queenbee]

halfway through the first book. i must say it awesome

[DaintreeDream]

I have a $30- borders book voucher, I have had it for 11 months and do not have a Borders close by. I am going to make my way to one today and buy this book thankyou for the recommendation.

[queenbee]

can't you just buy online?

[Rahjah]

Yes of course! Just google it. Or look up Amazon. Good to support the Aussie economy really but amazon is the cheapest.