Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living (Shambhala Classics)

Why I recommend it

This brings Buddhist practice into ordinary irritation, fear, and the difficulty of being with other people. It’s a gentle invitation to begin where we are.

What stayed with me

The title carries much of the lesson for me. We don’t have to become a different person before we can start.

Who it’s useful for

Readers interested in self-compassion and Buddhist practice.

A tension or limitation

Acceptance doesn’t mean leaving harmful conditions alone. It can help us see more clearly what needs to change.