Stephen Cope Knihy

An inspiring meditation on living a purposeful life draws on the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita to present the spiritually relevant story of a young warrior in crisis and God in disguise

For modern spiritual seekers and yoga students, this guide offers a profound exploration of the sophisticated teachings of the yoga wisdom tradition, brought to life by a celebrated author and leading yoga instructor. While many view yoga merely as physical postures and breathing exercises, these practices are part of a vast spiritual science that has been developed over three millennia. Yoga sages have delved into essential questions about the root causes of suffering and the pursuit of freedom and happiness, as well as what it means to live at our fullest potential. The Yogasutra, a revered yet challenging text, outlines the entire path of inner development, covering everything from character-building practices to the highest spiritual realizations. Stephen Cope unlocks these teachings through the experiences of a group of friends and yoga students navigating modern challenges in careers, relationships, and family dynamics. By weaving their dilemmas with insights from psychology, neuroscience, religion, and philosophy, he demonstrates the relevance and practicality of this timeless psychology of awakening. With wit and passion, this work serves as a valuable companion for those seeking enhanced creativity, better relationships, and a more ethical approach to living.

More than 100,000 copies sold!Millions of Americans know yoga as a superb form of exercise and as a potent source of calm in our stress-filled lives. Far fewer are aware of the full promise of yoga as a 4,000-year-old practical path of liberation—a path that fits the needs of modern Western seekers with startling precision. Now Stephen Cope, a Western-trained psychotherapist who has lived and taught for more than ten years at the largest yoga center in America, offers this marvelously lively and irreverent "pilgrim's progress" for today's world. He demystifies the philosophy, psychology, and practice of yoga, and shows how it applies to our most human dilemmas: from loss, disappointment, and addiction, to the eternal conflicts around sex and relationship. And he shows us that in yoga, "liberation" does not require us to leave our everyday lives for some transcendent spiritual plane—life itself is the path. Above all, Cope shows how yoga can heal the suffering of self-estrangement that pervades our society, leading us to a new sense of purpose and to a deeper, more satisfying life in the world.

In this title the author explores the time-tested practice and philosophy using modern examples from more than a decade of experience with this ancient practice. He brings the principles of yoga into focus and makes them user-friendly for yogis living in the post modern era.

Navigating through life's challenges, this sequel explores finding one's true calling amidst chaos and despair. It offers guidance on making sense of personal struggles and discovering purpose during difficult times. With insights from the author's previous work, readers are encouraged to embrace their journey and uncover deeper meaning in their lives.

The sequel to the bestseller The Great Work of Your Life shows us the way through our darkest times to our truest calling. How do we make sense of our lives when our world seems to be falling apart? This beautifully written guide from scholar and teacher Stephen Cope shows that crises don’t have to derail us from our purpose—they can actually help us to find our purpose and step forward as our best selves. In this sequel to his best-loved book, The Great Work of Your Life, Cope again takes the ancient yogic text the Bhagavad Gita—the epic narrative of the warrior Arjuna’s odyssey of self-discovery—as a roadmap for our journey to our own true calling. Then he builds on that foundation using the stories and teachings of famous figures, as well as stories of ordinary people and his own rich personal experience. Along the way, we find striking examples for finding meaning and purpose in our lives: Gandhi shows how to tap our spiritual resources and listen for our inner voice Sojourner Truth and Henry David Thoreau inspire us to seek out the unmistakable signs of dharma in the midst of chaos Marian Anderson and Ruby Sales shed light on dharma’s mystic power and how we learn to trust in it And more In the spirit of Pema Chödrön’s When Things Fall Apart, this book is required reading when you find yourself forging a path through crisis—or seeking a way through your darkest times to your truest self.

Stephen Cope asked 25 yoga and meditation teachers to share their "tales from the path" – their thoughts on how the long-term practice of yoga and meditation has changed their lives. The result is a unique collection of stories offering insight and inspiration for everyone seeking a more satisfying life.