
Titles in This Set
Mindful Compassion by Paul Gilbert and Choden
Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff
Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics by Dan Harris and Jeff Warren
10% Happier by Dan Harris
The Headspace Guide to Mindfulness & Meditation by Andy Puddicombe
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Robinson, Yellow Kite, Hodder Paperbacks
Genre: Non-Fiction / Health & Wellbeing
Overview
This Mindful Collection gathers five standout paperbacks that form a complete, approachable toolkit for calmer, kinder living. Written by leading voices in psychology, meditation, and mindful practice, the set moves from compassion-focused therapy through self-kindness, skeptical humor, honest memoir, and simple daily meditation habits. Readers get a rounded view of why self-criticism backfires, how compassion reshapes the mind, and how a few quiet minutes each day can steady a busy schedule. Whether starting from scratch or deepening an existing practice, this bundle offers five trusted guides that pair scientific grounding with genuinely practical, everyday exercises for stress, focus, and wellbeing.
About the Books
This five-book collection blends clinical insight, memoir, and secular meditation instruction into one path toward calmer living. Mindful Compassion, by psychologist Paul Gilbert and teacher Choden, introduces Compassion-Focused Therapy, explaining how self-criticism fuels anxiety and offering exercises for a steadier inner voice. Self-Compassion, by researcher Kristin Neff, reframes self-kindness as a skill built on self-kindness, common humanity, and mindful awareness. Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics, co-written by journalist Dan Harris and teacher Jeff Warren, takes a good-humored, evidence-testing approach for restless readers. 10% Happier, Harris's earlier memoir, traces his journey from a skeptical reporter to a committed meditator. The Headspace Guide to Mindfulness & Meditation, by Headspace co-founder Andy Puddicombe, distills his monastic background into a clear ten-minutes-a-day framework. Together, these five paperbacks cover the science, the skepticism, and the daily practice side of mindful living.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Mindful Compassion — Paul Gilbert and Choden introduce Compassion-Focused Therapy to soften harsh self-criticism.
Self-Compassion — Kristin Neff teaches self-kindness, common humanity, and mindful awareness as learnable skills.
Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics — Dan Harris and Jeff Warren test meditation techniques with humor for restless readers.
10% Happier — Dan Harris recounts his journey from skeptical reporter to committed daily meditator.
The Headspace Guide to Mindfulness & Meditation — Andy Puddicombe distills his monastic training into a simple ten-minutes-a-day method.
About the Authors
This collection brings together five respected voices in mindfulness and psychology. Paul Gilbert is a clinical psychologist and founder of Compassion-Focused Therapy, working alongside teacher Choden. Kristin Neff is a pioneering researcher credited with founding the academic study of self-compassion. Dan Harris is a journalist whose meditation journey, explored with teacher Jeff Warren, shaped his memoir and his guide for skeptics. Andy Puddicombe, a former Buddhist monk and co-founder of Headspace, translates meditation into clear, everyday language.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect as a thoughtful self-care gift, birthday present, or holiday stocking stuffer, this five-book paperback set offers a gentle introduction to mindfulness and compassion. Ideal for stressed professionals or anyone starting a New Year wellness reset, it turns proven psychology into small, doable daily habits worth returning to.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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