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Extended Summary - The Book Of Joy: Based On The Book By Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu And Douglas Carlton Abrams

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25min
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English
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Non-Fiction

EXTENDED SUMMARY

THE BOOK OF JOY

BASED ON THE BOOK BY DALAI LAMA, DESMOND TUTU AND DOUGLAS CARLTON ABRAMS

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY

CONTENT

Introduction to the Book of Joy

The Nature of Joy

The Obstacles to Joy

The Power of Compassion

The Importance of Perspective

The Role of Humor

Transforming Suffering into Joy

The Path to Lasting Joy

Building a More Joyful World

General Analysis of the Book

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

“The Book of Joy” is a profound conversation between His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, exploring the nature of joy in the face of life’s inevitable challenges. Set against their personal experiences of suffering, resilience, and faith, the book delves into the spiritual and practical practices that lead to lasting happiness. The Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu share insights on compassion, perspective, mindfulness, and community, offering wisdom from both Buddhist and Christian traditions. The book highlights how joy is a choice, a practice, and a path that requires both inner work and outward compassion.

© 2024 Quick Reading Library (Audiobook): 9798347723539

Release date

Audiobook: 7 December 2024

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