The Zen of Cat

The Zen of Cat
Author: Carla Francis
Publisher: Macmillan Publishers Aus.
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2023-06-27
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 1761267639

There's no doubt cats are a meaningful feature of Japanese life: from folklore to fashion, they've left a giant paw print on the culture. It's believed that felines first appeared in Japan with the arrival of Buddhism via China in around 552, when their main role was to stop vermin from damaging scriptures. But what can we learn from these philosophical felines? Surely they can teach us a thing or two, through the wisdom gleaned over the centuries residing in ancient temples and co-existing with artists, courtesans, monks and writers. The Zen of Cat is interwoven with stories and facts about cats, Japan and Zen philosophy. Carla Francis includes discussions with Japanese cat lovers, and invites reflection and 'mindful mewsings' on life through an A-Z of Japanese words to inspire. Cats are unburdened by worry. They maintain an enviable equilibrium. Maybe we can too?

Zen for Cats

Zen for Cats
Author: Henry Beard
Publisher: Villard Books
Total Pages: 104
Release: 1997
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 9780375500343

From one of America's bestselling humor writers comes a New Age take on our feline friends that is destined to become a classic. A must for cat owners who yearn to understand the feline psyche, this witty and laugh-out-loud funny book is Henry Beard at his best.

Choosing to Be

Choosing to Be
Author: Kat Tansey
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2010-09-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1844093689

Drawn from the deeply personal reflections of a formerly depressed person, this uplifting story shows how a cat taught meditation and allowed the mind to heal. This lively, magical, and enlightening book revolves around a wise Maine Coon cat, his kitten muse, and the author Kat Tansey as they take the reader on a challenging and often amusing journey from the disorienting haze of depression to the freedom and clarity of the Buddha mind. The narrative is both inspiring and essential for gaining an understanding of the inner self, reducing stress, finding inner peace, and knowing the joys and comforts of answering to a cat master.

The Zen of Cat Walking

The Zen of Cat Walking
Author: Clifford Brooks
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2018-09-04
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1510726306

Going for a walk is no longer just for the dogs! Experienced cat owner Clifford Brooks is here to teach you and your cat how to enjoy a stroll together. Cats are naturally adventurous creatures, and with the help of a leash and Brooks’s tips, you can indulge those instincts with a sense of security. As any animal trainer will tell you, the magic is in your attitude and sensitivity to your kitty’s needs and subtle reactions to new things. With that in mind, Brooks encourages cat owners to embrace Zen meditation as the foundation for leash training. Benefitting both you and your furry friend, practicing mediation will: • Provide a calm atmosphere in which to learn an enjoyable skill and explore new environments together. • Foster a positive energy between the two of you. • Cultivate patience and appreciation for simple accomplishments. With step-by-step instructions, meditation guidance, and interviews with other successful cat walkers, you’ll learn how cat walking can have a healthy impact on your life and the life of your feline companion. Essentially, you will become a more sensitive cat owner, able to detect when your own presence is affecting your cat’s behavior. Combining a practical skill with a thoughtful approach, Brooks’s advice will do wonders for the time you spend together.

Quote Zen Cat Mandalas

Quote Zen Cat Mandalas
Author: InnerAct Studio LLC
Publisher: Inneract Studio, LLC
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2019-08
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 9781733389808

A collection of 25 stunning coloring pages to help you relax and de-stress. This adult coloring book includes mandala cats and typography art quotes about cats from famous thinkers & cat lovers, like Mark Twain and Leonardo DaVinci. This coloring book can help you achieve a zen-like state of relaxation, with frame-worthy coloring page design.

Zen Kitty

Zen Kitty
Author: Vanessa Sorensen
Publisher: Sourcebooks Hysteria
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2007
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 9781402208553

Everyone knows two things: that Zen is the path to enlightenment and that cats are superior beings with deep wisdom about life. When you put the two together, you get gorgeous Eastern-style brushwork combined with joyful cat haiku that puts readers firmly on their way to nirvana: -Soft pillow Gentle kneading Deep rumble from within -Listen to your body for it will tell you all you need to know -A good stretch The sun on your fur True contentment

The Zen of Cat

The Zen of Cat
Author: Carla Francis
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-06-27
Genre:
ISBN: 9781761266522

Zen for Cats

Zen for Cats
Author: Alfred T. Birnbaum
Publisher: Weatherhill, Incorporated
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1993-06
Genre: Humor
ISBN: 9780834802926

"Does a cat have a Buddha-nature?" "Mew!" "What is the sound of one can opening?" "Door open--stay in! Door close--go out!" "Fur is emptiness, & emptiness is fur." These are just a few of the Zen riddles that any cat solves with an insouciant flick of the tail as he pads down the path to Enlightenment. With chapters such as "Zen Fish, Zen Bones," "The Ten Sacred String-Chasing Pictures," "Nine Lives of Buddha," & "The Secret Transmission of Bodhipurrma," ZEN FOR CATS will delight all those who've survived the strict master-disciple relationship that cats use to lead us humans to the Truth. Deft ink-wash paintings capture the essence of cats in contemplation: practicing the "three pillars" of Za-Zen, Za-Snack, & Za-Nap; & reveal the best-kept secrets of the esoteric art of litter-box sand raking. Whether you are the Host or the Guest to a feline follower of the Way, you will find ZEN FOR CATS transcendent.

Zen Cats

Zen Cats
Author: Buddha
Publisher: Mango Media Inc.
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2014-12-28
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1633530493

Zen Cat Mindfulness Readers of Start With Why, You Are Here and Whatever You Are, Be A Good One will love the quotes and teachings of Zen Cats Advice from Zen Leaders: Join some cuddly kittens for a collection of sayings from the Buddha in Zen Cats. Don’t let the adorable cats fool you—they have plenty of mindfulness wisdom to share in the form of quotes and verses. These timeless verses, taken from the Dhammapada, will continue to be helpful and relevant to your life for years to come. Daily Mindfulness: Meditate along with these verses daily to gain a greater understanding of you, your life and your purpose. Learn from the clever cat to be true in body and mind. If you appreciated the mindfulness encouragement from Peace Is Every Step, The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching and Together Is Better, you will love the quotes in Zen Cats. Let your inner Zen Cat guide you to enlightenment.