The Pocket Chögyam Trungpa – Shambhala Pocket Library

The Pocket Chögyam Trungpa brings together the essential teachings of one of the most influential Buddhist masters of the 20th century. Known for his fearless authenticity and profound insight, Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche helped bring Tibetan Buddhism to the modern world with a voice that was both deeply traditional and refreshingly direct.

This small yet powerful volume from the Shambhala Pocket Library distills Trungpa’s wisdom into concise selections on mindfulness, meditation, compassion, and the awakened heart. Whether you’re new to his work or returning for inspiration, this book offers moments of profound clarity that can reshape the way you approach your practice — and your life.

Trungpa reminds us that awakening isn’t found somewhere else — it’s discovered in the immediacy of our experience, in how we relate to the present moment with honesty and awareness.

Inside You’ll Find:

• 🕊️ Essential Teachings: Core selections from Trungpa’s most beloved works, including Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism and The Myth of Freedom.
• 🧘 Everyday Wisdom: Practical insights into how to live with openness, humor, and awareness in daily life.
• 📿 Compact & Portable: A perfect travel companion for meditation, study, or inspiration on the go.
• 🌿 Authentic Voice: Honest, challenging, and deeply compassionate — true to Trungpa’s teaching style.

For practitioners, students, and anyone seeking truth in a noisy world, this book is both a refuge and a reminder: awakening begins where you already are.

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