Reviews

For so many of us, the key question is, 'How can I bring clarity and openheartedness into the challenging parts of daily living?' In response, this gem of a book offers powerful yet simple teachings and mindfulness practices that will guide you in living a more mindful, happy, and compassion-filled life.
--Tara Brach, Ph.D., author of Radical Acceptance and True RefugeReal World Mindfulness is a wonderful compendium of applied mindfulness resources. Editor Brenda Salgado has brought together a wonderful range of wise, contemporary voices on timeless topics like how to handle difficult emotions and how to change painful habit patterns. The guidance offered here will benefit anyone seeking practical mindfulness techniques for everyday contemporary living.
--Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness and Real HappinessFull of practical advice and accessible mindfulness practices, this book presents step-by-step guidance that can help you now.
--James Gimian, publisher of Mindful magazineNew to mindfulness and looking to live a mindful life? This is the place to begin. Salgado has gathered exceptional teachers, direct wisdom, and helpful advice. I recommend this book to you, right now!
--Roshi Enkyo O'Hara, Abbot and founder of Village Zendo, NYC"In a world of increasing tension and confusion, this book is so timely and needed. Each of the authors brings a valuable and needed component of mindfulness to serve and support a whole and complete life. As the title indicates, the offerings map a path for all our lives in a 'real world, ' whether one is just beginning or has already established a mindfulness practice."
--Larry Yang, Founder of Insight Community of the Desert Meditation Center, Core Teacher at East Bay Meditation Center, and Member of Spirit Rock Teachers Council