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Lawrence LeShan, Ph.D., is author of the best-selling How to Meditate and many other books on psychotherapy, cancer treatment, and mysticism. He has appeared on the Today show and Good Morning America.
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Works by Lawrence LeShan

Alternate Realities (1976) 46 copies

Associated Works

Fifty Short Science Fiction Tales (1963) — Contributor — 460 copies
A Treasury of Science Fiction (1948) — Contributor, some editions — 178 copies
Invaders of Earth (1953) — Contributor — 90 copies
Giants Unleashed (1965) — Contributor — 88 copies
Psychic Exploration : A Challenge for Science (1974) — Contributor — 79 copies

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Other names
Grendon, Edward (pen name for science fiction)
Birthdate
1920-09-06
Gender
male
Nationality
USA
Birthplace
New York, New York, USA
Places of residence
New York, New York, USA
Education
University of Chicago (PhD ∙ Human Development)
College of William and Mary (BA)
University of Nebraska (MS)
Occupations
psychologist
Relationships
LeShan, Eda (wife)
Organizations
US Army
American Society for Psychical Research
Association for Humanistic Psychology
Federation of American Scientists
Parapsychology Association
American Psychological Association
Short biography
Lawrence LeShan published his first professional paper in 1942. Since then he has authored over 150 papers and 20 books, which have been translated into 19 languages. He holds a PhD in Human development from the University of Chicago, has taught at various universities and has lectured and given seminars widely in this country, Europe and elsewhere. He has worked as a research psychologist for over 60 years including six years as a psychologist in the U.S. Army.

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A Guide to Self-Discovery
 
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phoenixlibrary2023 | 8 other reviews | Feb 22, 2024 |
"With his simple, straightforward approach, the author de-mystifies meditation. No matter what you do or how busy you are, his brief, realistic guide lets you explore the many pats to meditation. His specific programs and exercises provide practical tools for you to begin your own journey." from the publisher
 
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PendleHillLibrary | 8 other reviews | Feb 13, 2024 |
Meditation can help you lead a fuller, richer life. It can give you a confidence that leads to greater day-to-day efficiency. With his simple, straightforward approach, Lawrence LeShan de-mystifies meditation. No matter what you do or how busy you are, his brief, realistic guide lets you explore the many paths to meditation. His specific programs and exercises provide practical tools for you to begin your own journey. Lawrence LeShan, a pioneer in exploring therapeutic and ethical implications of meditation, is a practicing psychotherapist. The author of The Medium, the Mystic and the Physicist: Toward a General Theory of the Paranormal, he conducts training seminars in meditation. 'If you have started your journey (or even if you're just considering it), How to Meditate is recommended equipment for the first steps.'-Hank Basayne, Association for Humanistic Psychology. Contents Why we meditate How a meditation feels The psychological effects of meditation The physiological effects of meditation The basic types of meditation Structured and unstructured meditations Mysticism, meditation and the paranormal The 'How' of meditation Alluring traps in meditation and mysticism Is a teacher necessary for meditation? Choosing your own meditational path The integration of psychotherapy and meditation: A set of guidelines for psychotherapists The social significance of meditation Afterword by Edgar N. Jackson Notes… (more)
 
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AikiBib | 8 other reviews | May 31, 2022 |
Whether you are an absolute novice or a seasoned meditator, this old book is a treasure. It's like having access to a western style doctor who is also an expert in meditation.
 
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