Guided Meditations on the Stages of the Path by Thubten Chodron, H H the Dalai Lama (Foreword by)

Foreword$dHis Holiness the Dalai Lama     9
Introduction     11
Learning to Meditate
Introduction to Meditation     19
Establishing a Daily Practice     27
Preparing for Meditation     35
Mindfulness of Breathing     47
Enjoying the Meditation Practices     53
The Meditations
Meditation on the Buddha     63
Recitations before Meditation Sessions     73
"The Foundation of All Good Qualities"   Je Tsongkhapa     77
"The Three Principal Aspects of the Path"   Je Tsongkhapa     79
Lamrim Meditation Outlines     81
Additional Dedication Verses     141
Keeping on Track
Overview of the Gradual Path to Enlightenment     147
Working with Distractions     159
Antidotes to the Mental Afflictions     171
Advice for Newcomers to the Dharma     185
Deepening Your Dharma Practice     189
Contents of Guided Meditations on the CD     205
Full Outline for the Meditation on the Precious Human Life     209
Glossary     211
Suggested Reading     217