Books on a Budget
Meditation class may not be an affordable option for those on a tight budget. Learning from a book may be an option. Some ideas on getting the books mentioned on this web site as cheaply as you can are discussed below.
The epubs are cheaper than the print books.
Some internet retailers charge more than others. Look around to work out what is a cheap price.
If you buy from an internet retailers' web site closer to you then the postage cost should be less. You can check by comparing web sites.
Your local library may have some of Meares' books. Some libraries allow users to request books be purchased (some charge a small fee). Requesting the library to purchase a book also helps others find that book later on!
Ainslie Meares on Meditation is the book to get if you want to learn Meares' Stillness Meditation.
Some other tips:
- A Key To The Books Of Ainslie Meares helps choose the best Meares' book and avoid paying twice to get it. Check prices in a few places. Some sellers ask high prices for Meares' books - due to rarity or profiteering.
- Still Mind Sound Body condenses information from 12+ of Meares' books into 1 book. it covers Meares' ideas on better living, meditation support factors and psychological changes from Stillness Meditation.
- Ainslie Meares on Teaching Meditation is a book or manual for meditation teachers. If you are learning to meditate much more assistance will be provided to you by reading Ainslie Meares on Meditation.