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Work like a monk : how to connect, lead and grow in a noisy world

Matsumoto, Shoukei2025
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EASTWOODADULT NON-FICTION650.1 MATSArrival Pending (Set: 06 Mar 2026)
Written as a dialogue between a businessperson and a temple priest, the book bridges ancient wisdom and contemporary challenges. Through mindful listening, daily practices, and a focus on interconnection, it provides practical guidance on achieving balance, purpose, and peace amidst life's noise. Readers are invited to reflect on the meaning of happiness, the value of relationships, and how small, mindful acts can lead to profound change. Written in a reflective, conversational tone, Matsumoto blends the storytelling approach of a dialogue between two characters -- a businessperson and a temple priest -- with practical insights. The narrative is deeply rooted in Buddhist philosophy, yet it is simplified and contextualized for a modern audience, especially those engaged in professional and urban life. The author uses vivid imagery, anecdotes, and analogies to make abstract spiritual concepts accessible and to illustrate how mindfulness, interconnectedness, and simplicity can be implemented by anyone seeking balance between work and personal well-being. The inclusion of real-world practices like mindful listening, cleaning, and gratitude rituals makes the book practical, not just philosophical.
Author:
Imprint:
London : Gallery Books UK, 2025.©2025
Collation:
185 pages ; 21 cm
ISBN:
9781398551749 (hardback)
Dewey class:
650.1294.3444
Language:
English
BRN:
518880
LocationCollectionCall numberStatus/Desc
EASTWOODADULT NON-FICTION650.1 MATSArrival Pending (Set: 06 Mar 2026)
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