this spoken-word masterpiece guides you through the dark labyrinths of the psyche in search of la chispa—the ember that is the elemental source of all creative work

and trust that energize our spiritual potential

already exists if we will only stop long enough to discover its true source

and it's only carried out by a few people

How to overcome deeply ingrained habits with prayer

The Ghost Cave waitlisted this spoken-word masterpiece guides youA lucid introduction to Zen practice, taught by Zen Master John Daido Loori, a former scientist. In simple, clear language, The Ghost Cave examines the techniques, concepts, and historical turning points of Zen Buddhism and teaches you how to begin your own practice. You will learn: How Zen Buddhism evolved from the 6th century to the present; the Buddhist map of the mind; Zen and the Four Noble Truths; the role of shunyata (emptiness) in awakening;