No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Buddhist Teachings - Softcover

"If you're looking for a one-stop place to explore and understand Buddhism (and make sense out of life), you'll find it here. Noah's gift for putting Buddhist concepts into clear words and everyday contexts shines in this friendly yet thorough guide. Whether you're curious about Buddhism or looking to more deeply benefit from its teachings, you'll find answers, insights, and plenty of 'a-ha!' moments in No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners."--Ellen Petry Leanse, author of The Happiness Hack

"What a pleasure to read No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners. Noah Rasheta writes in a refreshingly clear and straightforward manner. The question-and-answer format of the book is a very effective educational style and presents topics in a way that readers can easily relate to. This book is a very helpful examination of the basics of Buddhism."--Reverend Koyo S. Kubose, president, Bright Dawn Center of Oneness Buddhism

"No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners is a beautiful gift to all levels of practitioners--from those who are just beginning to explore Buddhism, to long-time Buddhists who would like to brush up on their knowledge. His tone is clear, accessible, and warm, and his consistent ability to translate Buddhist concepts into plain English is extremely impressive. Noah Rasheta's book is a wonderful and much-needed resource."--Yael Shy, author of What Now? Meditation for Your Twenties and Beyond

Presented in a practical Q&A format, No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners is the most clear-cut introductory guide to understanding the essential concepts of Buddhism and how they relate to your daily life.

How is an awakening different from enlightenment? Can agnostics and atheists be Buddhist? Am I supposed to stop thinking when I meditate? In No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners, renowned Buddhism teacher and host of the popular Secular Buddhism podcast, Noah Rasheta, delivers an easily accessible introduction to the teachings of Buddhism that answers these common questions and many more.

With No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners you’ll gain a fundamental understanding of Buddhism and how to apply the philosophies in your everyday life, through:

• A simple 4-part structure addressing the different aspects of Buddhism—the Buddha, key Buddhist concepts, the Buddha’s teachings, and current Buddhist practices
• Straightforward Q&A’s that simplify the vital concepts of Buddhism into easy-to-understand ideas
• “Everyday Buddhism” Sidebars that make Buddhism less abstract by offering down-to-earth examples from everyday life

Presented in a simple, conversational style, the information and guidance in No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners provides the groundwork that is necessary for building or continuing your own Buddhist practice.