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Summary
Drawing on Buddhist teachings and contemporary psychology, James Baraz presents a ten-step program for cultivating sustainable happiness and well-being. Published in 2010, the book combines meditation practices, personal stories, and exercises to help readers move from seeking momentary pleasure to finding genuine, lasting contentment. It grew out of a popular online course Baraz developed at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.