Whether our own death or that of a loved one comes first, how prepared are we, spiritually or practically? Buy Preparing To Die by Andrew Holecek online at Alibris. Preparing to Die : Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition Author Andrew Holecek Format Trade Paperback Language English Topic Death, Grief, Bereavement, Buddhism / General (See Also Philosophy / Buddhist) Publication Year 2013 Genre Family & Relationships, Self-Help, Religion Number of Pages 480 Pages Dimensions Snow Lion. , ISBN-10 Graceful Exit: Preparing for a Good Death, Site Produced by Maitri Marketing Strategies. by Andrew Holecek: Death is one of the most precious experiences in life. Part Two addresses the practical issues that surround death. Whether our own death or that of a loved one comes first, how prepared are we, spiritually or practically? . I've not finished it, but find it very practical and easy to read. The author explains how spiritual preparation for death can completely transform our relationship to the end of life . We all face death, but how many of us are actually ready for it? Snow Lion boston & london 2013. author site intro Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, author of Mind Beyond Death. Holecek does not shy away from clearly and directly addressing the reality of death, and he does so, as Thondrup says, with great love and care. . The final section of the book contains heart advice from a long list of Tibetan Buddhist masters who have taught in the West. Its okay to connect to your own belief to find some peace.. This one was by FAR THE BEST BOOK I read. Options for the final disposition of the body are discussed as well as organ donation, euthanasia, suicide, abortion and death of a pet. Description. May all beings benefit!' Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2013. Preparing to Die. Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations. Whether our own death or that of a loved one comes first, how prepared are we, spiritually or practically? Sold by Penguin Random House Publisher Services. Amazon has encountered an error. In my opinion, the best books for Westerners on the Tibetan Buddhist approach to death and dying are now: Sogyal Rinpoche's,"The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying;" Anyen Rinpoche's, "Dying with Confidence;" and Andrew Holecek's, "Preparing to Die. After Death States: The Bardos in Tibetan Buddhism. The author explains how spiritual preparation for death can completely transform our relationship to the end of life, dissolving our fear and helping us to feel open and receptive to letting go in the dying process. Particularly inspiring is the heart-advice drawn from interviews with Tibetan masters, all of whom emphasize the fundamental importance of ones state of mind: for those who are dying, letting go, and for those who attend them, love. Francesca Fremantle, translator of The Tibetan Book of the Dead. Presents many different points of view and practices found within Tibetan Buddhism, and the author is skillful in introducing them within their proper context, so that the reader can understand their underlying significance. In Preparing to Die, Andrew Holecek presents a wide array of resources to help the reader address this unfinished business. Vi jobbar hrt fr att skydda din skerhet och integritet. We need to act as if he can hear us even though at times he seems unconscious and respect him no matter what. We need to help him review his life in a positive manner." This is a classic and must-read book for any Buddhist who is looking for practical advice on how to prepare for death (and life), Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2017. This one was by FAR THE BEST BOOK I read. Welcome! Donate . This advice ranges from a focus on specific rituals to the simplicity of the Dzogchen approach, but all emphasize the fundamental importance of ones state of mind: for those who are dying, letting go, and for those who attend them, love.Francesca Fremantle, translator of The Tibetan Book of the Dead, Sign up for news about books, authors, and more from Penguin Random House, Visit other sites in the Penguin Random House Network. To round out this wealth of information and teachings, there are three appendices full of more details and suggestions to aid your own preparation for death as well as to assist others checklists, things you can write to prepare for death and further details about grief and depression. Daily meditation practices, the stages of dying and how to work with them, and after-death experiences are all detailed in ways that will be particularly helpful for those with an interest in Tibetan Buddhism and in Tibetan approaches to conscious dying. These brief interviews provide words of solace and wisdom to guide the dying and their caregivers during this challenging time. We all face death, but how many of us are actually ready for it? My vision was to provide a comprehensive reference manual, an encyclopedia of death. This book is a comprehensive review of those instructions, made accessible, by someone who has an extensive background in meditation practice. Category: Books & DVDs. Preparing to Die 4-17-13.indd 1 4/29/13 3:49 PM author site intro. Enter Keyword. Vi anvnder ocks dessa cookies fr att frst hur kunder anvnder vra tjnster (till exempel genom att mta webbplatsbesk) s att vi kan gra frbttringar. Death is a journey into the unknown, but like any journey it goes better if you're prepared. $ 26.00 $ 22.00. Andrew explains how spiritual preparation for death can transform your relationship to the end of life, helping to dissolve fear and allowing us to feel receptive to letting go in the dying process. He is a masterful guide through the rich and complex realms of information and advice that are available, but scattered through many books and talks by various teachers. Andrew Holocek fundamenta y resume todas las enseanzas del budismo tibetano sobre la muerte, precisamente para afirmar la capacidad humana de afrontar una situacin por la que todos vamos a pasar. The author explains how spiritual preparation for death can completely transform our relationship to the end of life . , Andrew Holecek presents a wide array of resources to help the reader address this unfinished business. Also as an audiobook from Audible.com. If you're a seller, Fulfillment by Amazon can help you grow your business. Excellent Guide for Anyone Going Through Death Regardless of Faith. Tulku Thundop, author of Peaceful Death Joyful Rebirth'A welcome addition to the literature on the Buddhist approach to death and dying. Preparing to Die: Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition : Holecek, Andrew, Rinpoche, Tulku Thondup, White, Karen, Shah, Neil . The ideal witnessing toolfor unsaved loved ones, and a resource of biblical direction for those seeking answers in the future. I stayed within their own belief system. . These brief interviews provide words of solace and wisdom to guide the dying and their caregivers during this challenging time. It is also for those who want to learn how to help someone else who is dying, both during the time of illness and death as well as after death. In Preparing to Die, Andrew Holecek presents a wide array of resources to help the reader address this unfinished business.Part One shows how to pre. Shop now. Enhanced typesetting improvements offer faster reading with less eye strain and beautiful page layouts, even at larger font sizes. The author explains how spiritual preparation for death can completely transform our relationship to the end of life . If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. We all face death, but how many of us are actually ready for it? We all face death, but how many of us are actually ready for it? Having had such a positive experience because of this book, I just can't recommend it enough. These add to a growing collection of teachings, practices and guidance for the dying and for their caregivers. It includes information and writings from experts in grief, hospice, the funeral business, and the medical and legal issues of death. Preparing to Die by Andrew Holecek. One of the best books on the subject. Excellent advice. I refer to it daily. Preparing to Die: Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition by Andrew Holecek 90 ratings, 4.32 average rating, 7 reviews Open Preview Preparing to Die Quotes Showing 1-3 of 3 "The simplicity of mindfulness belies its profundity. Recommend to everyone. Sorry, comments for this entry are closed at this time. Experts in grief, hospice, the funeral business, and the medical and legal issues of death contribute chapters to prepare the reader for every practical concern, including advance directives, green funerals, the signs of death, warnings about the funeral industry, the stages of grief, and practical care for the dying. As Tulku Thondrup writes in the Forward to this book: "It is packed with clear and practical details and adorned with great love . Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. We harm ourselves, each other and our planet. Wh. , Andrew Holecek presents a wide array of resources to help the reader address this unfinished business. Preparing to Die 4-17-13.indd 2 4/29/13 3:49 PM Preparing to Die uvWVU. 46 talking about this. Known as an expert on lucid dreaming and the Tibetan yogas of sleep and dream, he is an experienced guide for students drawn to these powerful nocturnal practices. Best of all I was able to advocate in the hospice my dad was in and implement many of the practical suggestions in this book to help him have a peaceful death, which he did have. There were so many other things I implemented that all my family appreciated and I never mentioned Buddhism once. Search for Events by Keyword. La gua ms detallada, completa y prctica para enfrentarse a la muerte, propia y ajena. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. pages cm ISBN. 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Preparing to Die: Practical Advice and Spiritual Wisdom from the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition. 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