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Sangha Social: "Awakening Joy" Book Release Party with author James Baraz


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Date(s): March 27 (Saturday)
Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Description: Join author and renowned meditation teacher, James Baraz, for a sangha social event celebrating the release of his new book, "AWAKENING JOY: 10 Steps That Will Put You on the Road to Real Happiness," by James Baraz & Shoshana Alexander.

Here's what others are saying about the book:

"Opening to joy takes courage and intention. This book will inspire you to discover genuine happiness, and show you how. Drawing on perennial wisdom and accessible meditative practices, James and Shoshana offer teachings that can awaken your love of life." ' Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance

"Awakening Joy is an important guide to transforming our everyday experience into genuine happiness. James and Shoshana's insight, kindness, and clear and practical language make this a direct, pragmatic and valuable manual for a better life." ' Sharon Salzberg, author of Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness

"In this beautiful and heartwarming book, James Baraz and Shoshana Alexander take us on a journey that truly awakens joy. There are stories that bring tears to our eyes and practices that transform our lives. This is a loving, wise, and compassionate testament to what is possible for each one of us. Highly recommended." ' Joseph Goldstein, author of A Heart Full of Peace

"I'm so happy that James Baraz's Awakening Joy class is now available in book form. His class has been helpful to thousands of people. I plan to give it to all my clients who are struggling with creating a life of meaning and happiness. Joyfulness is our birthright. This book shows you how to reclaim it." ' M.J. Ryan, author of AdaptAbility
Location: InsightLA Olympic
1430 Olympic Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Directions: See Map
Cost: by donation
Contact Information: programs@insightla.org