
No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering
by Thich Nhat Hanh
The secret to happiness is to acknowledge and transform suffering, not to run away from it. 🌱
Thich Nhat Hanh offers practices and inspiration for transforming suffering and finding true joy. He acknowledges that because suffering can feel so bad, we often try to run away from it or cover it up by consuming—we find something to eat 🍽️ or turn on the television 📺. But unless we’re able to face our suffering, we can’t be present and available to life, and happiness will continue to elude us.
He shares how the practices of stopping, mindful breathing, and deep concentration can generate the energy of mindfulness within our daily lives. With that energy, we can embrace pain and calm it down, bringing a sense of freedom and a clearer mind. 🧘
No Mud, No Lotus introduces ways to be in touch with suffering without being overwhelmed by it.
“When we know how to suffer,” Nhat Hanh says, “we suffer much, much less.”
With his signature clarity and gentle joy, Thich Nhat Hanh helps us recognize the wonders inside us and around us—things we often take for granted—and teaches us the art of true happiness. 🌸

The Soul of the Indian
by Charles Alexander Eastman
A compelling exploration of the spiritual life of the American Indian, as experienced by Charles Alexander Eastman (Ohiyesa), a mixed-blood Sioux. Raised in traditional ways before reuniting with his father at 15, he later earned degrees from Dartmouth and Boston University, becoming one of the most well-known Native American voices of his time.

The Undiscovered Self
by Carl Jung
The Undiscovered Self by Carl Jung challenges us to embrace our humanity by understanding the unconscious mind and facing the duality of good and evil within. Jung argues that self-knowledge is key to resisting societal pressures and ideological extremism, offering a path to individuality in an ever-changing world.

Siddhartha
by Hermann Hesse
Follow the journey of a seeker who leaves behind a life of privilege in search of deeper truth. Through asceticism, indulgence, love, and loss, he discovers that true wisdom is not taught but experienced. A timeless story of self-discovery, inner peace, and the path to enlightenment.

The Kybalion
by The Three Intiates
Unveil the timeless wisdom of Hermetic philosophy, a foundation for mystical and esoteric traditions. This classic work explores the hidden laws of the universe, offering profound insights into the nature of reality, consciousness, and the mysteries that shape our existence.

The Cosmic Serpent: DNA and the Origins of Knowledge
by Jeremy Narby
This adventure in science and imagination uncovers surprising connections between shamanic traditions and modern biology, revealing a hidden link between DNA, visionary experiences, and human knowledge. Through firsthand exploration and research, it challenges conventional perspectives and invites a deeper understanding of life and consciousness.

Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory
by Deb Dana
This guide explores polyvagal theory in a practical, accessible way, showing how to regulate your nervous system and respond to life’s challenges with greater ease. Through simple techniques and real-world applications, it offers tools to cultivate awareness, resilience, and a deeper connection with your body.

The Four Agreements
by Don Miguel Ruiz
In The Four Agreements, don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, the The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love.
Don Miguel Ruiz has dedicated his life to sharing the wisdom of the ancient Toltec. For more than two decades, he has guided others toward their personal freedom. Today, he continues to combine his unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern

The Wisdom of Your Body
by Hillary L. McBride; PhD
Discover the power of reconnecting with your body and breaking free from outdated beliefs that keep you disconnected. Blending research, personal stories, and therapeutic insights, this journey offers a compassionate path to healing, self-acceptance, and a deeper sense of wholeness.

Kristin Neff
by Self-Compassion
Break free from the trap of self-judgment and discover the power of self-compassion. With research-backed insights, personal stories, and practical exercises, this journey offers a kinder, more effective path to happiness, resilience, and true self-worth.

Freedom from the Known
by Jiddu Krishnamurti
Freedom from the Known by Jiddu Krishnamurti is a profound exploration of the mind, fear, and societal conditioning. Krishnamurti invites readers to break free from traditions, beliefs, and psychological patterns that limit human potential. Through his teachings, he emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, inner freedom, and living fully in the present moment. The book encourages readers to question the known, let go of attachments, and find true freedom through personal insight and transformation.

Reflections on Self
by Jiddu Krishnamurti
Explore the profound insights of Jiddu Krishnamurti as he challenges the divisions within the mind and society. Through a collection of writings and lectures, he invites deep inquiry into the nature of self, freedom, and transformation, offering a path beyond conflict toward true understanding.

Slayers: A Buffyverse Story
by Christopher Golden, Amber Benson
Original cast members from the beloved TV series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, reunite for an all-new adventure about connections that never die—even if you bury them.
A decade has passed since the epic final battle that concluded Buffy the Vampire Slayer (TV). The game-changing spell that gave power to all potential Slayers persists. With new Slayers constantly emerging, things are looking grim for the bad guys. Rebellious vampire Spike (James Marsters) is working undercover in Los Angeles with his old pal Clem (James Charles Leary) when he meets feisty, rookie Slayer, Indira (Laya DeLeon Hayes), who wants Spike to be her mentor. Stakes intensify as Cordelia Chase (Charisma Carpenter) emerges from an alternate reality where she alone is the Slayer, and Buffy Summers doesn’t exist. Cordelia enlists Spike’s help with a classic big bad terrorizing her world…his ex, Drusilla (Juliet Landau). Giles (Anthony Head), Anya (Emma Caulfield Ford), Jonathan (Danny Strong), and Tara (Amber Benson) also return, but through the years and the vastness of the multiverse, not everyone is who they used to be…
Slayers: A Buffyverse Story is written and directed by Amber Benson and Chris Golden, and co-directed by Kc Wayland.












