About the author
This is a list of works published by Pema Chödrön (born 1936), buddhist nun and student of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. An author and acharya, Chödrön was a senior teacher of the Shambhala Buddhist lineage Trungpa founded. She has been the resident teacher and founding director of Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia since 1984. == Books by Pema Chödrön == The Wisdom of No Escape And the Path of Loving-Kindness (1991, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-1-57062-872-6) Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living (1994, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-1-57062-839-9) Awakening Loving-Kindness (abridged Wisdom of No Escape) (1996, English Import, ISBN 978-1-57062-259-5) (Note: This is an abridged version of The Wisdom of No Escape according to this book's preface) When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times (1996, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-1-57062-344-8) The Places That Scare You: A Guide To Fearlessness (2001, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-1-57062-921-1) Tonglen: The Path of Transformation (2001, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-3-92419-573-1) Comfortable With Uncertainty: 108 Teachings (2002, Shambhala Publications, ISBN 978-1-59030-078-7) Hooked!
📖 Where to start with Pema Chödrön
💬 What our editors say about Pema Chödrön's books
“This collection excels in providing an accessible gateway to Buddhist meditation, leveraging the credibility of *Tricycle* magazine to present diverse techniques from respected teachers. It is particularly strong for beginners…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Commit to Sit: Tools for Cultivating a Meditation Practice
“Chödrön’s collection serves as a gentle yet firm reminder that stumbling is integral to growth. While beautifully written and deeply compassionate, it may frustrate readers seeking concrete strategies for professional achievement…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better: Wise Advice for Leaning Into the Unknown
“Chödrön delivers a clear, accessible transmission of Tibetan Buddhist principles tailored for the modern seeker. The guide excels in demystifying meditation, moving beyond abstract theory to offer actionable advice for taming the…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on How to Meditate: A Practical Guide to Making Friends with Your Mind
📋 Editions by Pema Chödrön in the catalog
| Edition | Year | Publisher | Pages | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commit to Sit: Tools for Cultivating a Meditation Practice | 2009 | Hay House | 290 | 9781401921750 |
| Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better: Wise Advice for Leaning Into the | — | St. Martin's Essentials / | 160 | 9781622035311 |
| How to Meditate: A Practical Guide to Making Friends with Your M | — | St. Martin's Essentials / | 184 | 9781604079333 |
| How We Live Is How We Die | 2023 | Shambhala | 240 | 9781645472407 |
