Meet the Buddha, Kill the Buddha: How to Awaken to Your Natural Joy - Softcover

After several years more of teaching and learning in Asia Marshall Stern felt it was necessary to update Meet The Buddha Kill The Buddha with a second edition. This edition contains almost a hundred new pages and goes a lot deeper in explaining this wonderful and practical religion with may or may not be a religion at all. What it teaches is that you don't have to suffer. Ever! This is what the Buddha learned 2,500 years ago when he became enlightened and it is as true and relevant today as it was in India 2,500 years ago. In very plain and clear language, Marshall Stern takes you on a journey through the basics of Buddhism and most importantly, shows you why it is so important for you today. It's all about the end of suffering. That's it. If you are a human being and you ever experience life as being less than amazing and joyous and wonderful, this book is for you. If you have ever wanted to know more about Buddhism and the Buddha but find books about eastern religion confusing and stuffy, this book is for you. If you long for a path that leads you not to dependence upon another religion or master or anything, but leads you right back to your own best self, this book is for you. In other words, if you are a human being who experiences what all other human beings experience and is looking for something more, this book is for you. This book will open your eyes and change your life.

Marshall Stern has been involved in the areas of Consciousness and Zen for the past 35 years and has taught these subjects all over the world. He attended the Graduate School of Consciousness Studies at John F. Kennedy University in California, and was adjunct Faculty at Nashville State College. A professional Improvisational Actor, Marshall conceived and co-hosts the popular Zenprov podcast which explores the connection of art and Zen, and was the host of Awakened America, a Zen-based political radio talk show. He currently teaches Buddhism for Westerners in Asia for Celebrity Cruises. His course Zen Buddhism 101 is available online at www.Udemy.com