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Searching for peace within - an increasing necessity, and challenge, in our turbulent times. In this richly illustrated book, photographer and physician Jon Kolkin explores how and why Buddhist spiritual practices have come to inspire and enlighten people all around the globe. For 12 years, Kolkin travelled to Buddhist centres across Asia, capturing the everyday life of monks and nuns on camera. Impressive and respectful, his 220 mostly black-and-white photographs offer powerful insight into the otherwise hushed and hidden world of meditation and mindfulness. With his profound feeling for light and composition, Kolkin's rare and intimate images capture the uniqueness of each mindful moment, as well as the universal reach and inspiration of Buddhist practice. Text in English and German. SELLING POINTS: . The life of Buddhist monastics captured in 220 rare images by renowned photography artist Jon Kolkin . Guiding principles of spirituality and meditation across 18 chapters, sharing key tenets of Buddhism for a life in harmony and mindfulness . A fascinating photo book with inspiring forewords by the Dalai Lama and Queen Mother of Bhutan

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The Dalai Lama's response reinforced in me the realisation that even when people have similar objectives they can interpret words from significantly different perspectives. In response to His comments, my first book released by a traditional publishing house, teNeues, covers the same topic and is called, Inner Harmony: Living in Balance. -- Authority Magazine; It (this book) explores how and why Buddhist practices have come to inspire and enlighten people worldwide, offering insight into the universally relevant principles that can enhance our ability to live a less stressful, more balanced life, regardless of one's spiritual path. -- OM Yoga & Lifestyle;

The Dalai Lama's response reinforced in me the realization that even when people have similar objectives they can interpret words from significantly different perspectives. In response to His comments, my first book released by a traditional publishing house, teNeues, covers the same topic and is called, Inner Harmony: Living in Balance. -- Authority Magazine;

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Jon Kolkin is an internationally acclaimed and multi-award winning photographer and artist who pursues his passions while maintaining the elusive balance between personal and professional life. His strategies have allowed him to pursue his paths as a photographer, physician, educator, global humanitarian and international speaker. In addition to over 20 solo exhibitions in the US and abroad, he has taught at Maine Media workshops and lectures at universities, museums and other venues worldwide. Kolkin co-chaired the North American Museum Summit in India, which included an audience with His Holiness the Dalai Lama (2018). He was part of the production team of the North American documentary Man of Compassion: Stories of the 14th Dalai Lama, with contributions from Presidents Obama, Clinton, Bush, and others.

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