Description: Dzogchen, a form of Tibetan meditation. Also known as "The Great Perfection" and sometimes described as "Tibetan Zen, " it lies at the heart of Tibetan Buddhist meditation--yet its practice is essentially free of dependence on any outer form or ritual. Beyond Words introduces the practice of Dzogchen without requiring readers know anything about Tibetan history or culture. The authors show that Dzogchen is based on the fundamental knowledge that all beings are self-perfected, or already enlightened, and that this knowledge only needs to be awakened. For practitioners of Dzogchen there's no delayed gratification--it leads directly to realization and enlightenment daily, rather than the more gradual approaches found in many other forms of meditation. Basic practices in Beyond Words achieve the goal of Dzogchen--"instant presence, " an alert awareness of the moment that is beyond words, thoughts or concepts. Readers learn to practice "lucid dreaming, " which helps them maintain this awareness from the moment of falling asleep to the moment of awakening. Because Dzogchen does not require any special ritual, it is a highly mobile form of meditation. Beyond Words helps readers practice Dzogchen throughout the day. Exercises show readers how to do everyday things--washing the dishes, raising a child, working, taking a walk--by practicing instant presence, which leads to realization and enlightenment. Beyond Words is for anyone who wants to feel the power of meditation at work in their lives.

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