My Top Ten Recommendations for Meditation Books for Beginners

  1. "Practical Meditation for Beginners" by Benjamin W. Decker - A straightforward and accessible guide to meditation for beginners, with practical exercises and tips.

  2. "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Tolle - A spiritual classic that encourages mindfulness and presence in the present moment.

  3. "10% Happier" by Dan Harris - A personal account of how meditation helped a skeptical news anchor find peace and happiness.

  4. "Real Happiness" by Sharon Salzberg - A practical guide to mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation.

  5. "The Miracle of Mindfulness" by Thich Nhat Hanh - A short but powerful guide to mindfulness, with practical exercises and insights.

  6. "Wherever You Go, There You Are" by Jon Kabat-Zinn - A classic guide to mindfulness and meditation, with practical tips for integrating mindfulness into everyday life.

  7. "Mindfulness in Plain English" by Bhante Henepola Gunaratana - A clear and concise guide to mindfulness meditation, with practical tips and exercises.

  8. "The Headspace Guide to Meditation and Mindfulness" by Andy Puddicombe - A modern guide to meditation, with practical exercises and insights from a former Buddhist monk.

  9. "The Tao of Pooh" by Benjamin Hoff - A playful and philosophical exploration of Taoism, with practical lessons for living a more mindful and peaceful life.

  10. "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics" by Dan Harris and Jeff Warren - A practical guide to meditation for people who find it hard to sit still, with tips and exercises for overcoming common obstacles.