Steve Hagen
Steve Hagen is an American author known for his works on Buddhism and philosophy, including the book 'Buddhism Plain and Simple'.
Books
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1. Buddhism Plain & Simple
The Practice of Being Aware, Right Now, Every Day
The book offers a straightforward and accessible introduction to the core teachings of Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of direct experience and mindfulness in understanding the nature of reality. It distills complex concepts into practical insights, focusing on the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path as a means to achieve clarity and liberation from suffering. By encouraging readers to observe their thoughts and actions without attachment, the book guides them toward a more awakened and present way of living.
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2. Buddhism Is Not What You Think
Finding Freedom Beyond Beliefs
A concise guide that dismantles popular misconceptions about Buddhism by pointing beyond beliefs, doctrines, and rituals to direct seeing. Using everyday examples and clear language, it encourages recognizing the immediacy of experience, letting go of conceptual overlays, and noticing how grasping creates suffering. The result is an invitation to live with clarity, compassion, and freedom in the present moment.
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