No Self, No Problem MP3 CD – MP3 Audio, February 21, 2017

I have returned to this book again and again over the years, and gifted it to others. In simple, plain language, the author discusses techniques and benefits of mindfulness and non-attachment.

No self, no problem by Anam Thubten is truly remarkable or as Darth Vader would say MOST impressive. It makes the VERY short list on books about the teachings of spiritually waking up in or outside Buddhist lineage traditions. His advice is simple, direct and incredibly profound. The book has to simply be read and read again many times to reflect on the beauty and force of what he is saying. Those who have done any investigation or work in spiritual awakening traditions --Anam Thubten is in the Nyingma Tibetan Buddhist lineage tradition himself--will deeply appreciate this book.his teachings revolve around non grasping, awareness in the present moment, resting in awareness in the present moment in a non distracted manner and letting all the habit and thought chatter and thought grounded delusions drop away. But you must experience this book for yourself. His teachings are closely akin to the silent illumination teachings of Sheng Yeng, my own chan/zen(jp.) lineage Buddhist teacher. Again in perspective modern less traditional forms of dzogchen practice by Nyingma Buddhist teachers such as Anam Thubten are close to the chan Buddhist silent illumination practice of Sheng Yeng and to a lesser extent the shikantaza practice of Soto Zen. However Anam Thubten considers the enlightenment character involved in Buddhism the same as that in other spiritual awakening traditions.

Anam Thubten has written an elegant and profound book exposing the artificial concepts that limit us to the problems of an illusory self. When we examine these concepts and free ourselves from them and the attachment they generate, only openness and compassion remain.Though born in Tibet and trained in the Nyingma tradition, Thubten writes masterfully in a style reminiscient of modern spiritual teachers such as Eckhart Tolle, Gina Lake and Byron Katie. While remaining true to the Nyingma tradition, Thuben writes in contemporary Western parlance about the 'non-conceptuality of truth,' the importance of avoiding 'spiritual bypassing,' and the snares set for us by the 'egoic mind.' The result? A book of carefully argued, humorously presented spiritual wisdom that never feels like a "Buddhist book" alone.I come from a Christian perspective that has been informed by Advaita Vedanta and contemporary mystical writings. Although I love reading Buddhist books, sometimes the effort of sifting through culturally specific beliefs to find more universal truths feels overwhelming. "No Self, No Problem" is a powerful and accessible book because Thubten has done the work of cultural translation, making a Western/Eastern hybrid which blends the strengths of both traditions. Thubten makes every effort to support and encourage readers who come from traditions and philosophies other than Buddhism. "No Self, No Problem" should be required reading for anyone interested in meditation, self-help, psychology, and nondual philosophy.J Jennifer Matthewsauthor of "Radically Condensed Instructions for Being Just as You Are."

This is one of the best books I've ever read. It is a wonderful desert island read in the contemplative category. It is in league with Vivid Awareness by Thrangu Rinpoche in the sense that the instructions are vivid, clear, powerful and undiluted. It is in league with Shambhala: Sacred Path of the Warrior by Chogyam Trungpa in the sense that it speaks simply with very little Sanskrit, Tibetan or other Buddhist jargon. It is deep, yet simple. It is powerful, yet gentle, accessible and funny. I can't think of a better read on meditation practice and the spiritual path than this little book. It should speak equally openly to all on any spiritual path, while also being very informative to advanced practitioners on the Buddhist path. For someone who has been practicing for sometime, this book brings it all back home.

I really enjoyed this book. As someone pretty far along the path for me it was more of a verification than an introduction. Like my favorite, "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind", this book could serve as the base for a complete meditation and mindfulness practice.I'm sure that when all Buddhas' are gone and the path is lost the Dharma will reveal itself of its own accord, but I'm still thankful that these words were written down.

This book can be enjoyed by beginners to advanced learners. The language is to the point & does not include a lot of complicated words (which is nice for beginners). Anam Thubten reminds me a lot of Chah's books-no beating around the bush (which I like) gets to the point & is clear. I enjoyed this book as well as his other book I've read (The Magic of Awareness)-which I really enjoyed. I recommend it for anyone who maybe interested in Buddhist teachings.

I have been reading and practicing for over thirty years. Anam Thubten is one of the greatest communicators of the essence of what the Buddha was really saying. Buddhist temples that I have visited seem to miss the point. Most teachers seem to miss the point. Most scholars totally miss the point. It is not an intellectual thing, but a seeing thing.Anam Thubten takes you right to the heart of it. Once you see for yourself, you don't need any more books, teachers, temples, or scholars. As The Buddha himself said, "Once you cross the river, you don't need the boat anymore. What are you going to do, carry it on your head?"This book is a gem.

If you are intersted in basic Buddhist ideas, but have found the jargon too mcu to handle, this is the book for you. In simple, clear language, Thubten adresses the main ideas of Buddhism, with contemporary examples and humor. This book should be your first foray into Buddhism's ideas and it will encourage you to study further. It's a shame other writers of religion can't do it with the ease and larity of Anam Thubten.

The truth is so extremely easy and so much freedom and joy will unfold through disidentification. Thank you for the many words which leads directly into a state of consciousness which is burning away all identifications.

Non è un manuale né un commentario. Sono le "pith instructions" di un Maestro che ci dona i suoi consigli per liberarci dell'io e i suoi moniti per le trappole tese lungo il percorso. Da leggere attentamente, contiene più di quello che sembra

méditer sur votre souffle jusqu'à ce que vous deviendrez illuminé !!!! Je vous tiendrai au courant quand je le deviendrai !

This book gets to the point about how our 'self' can get in the way and cause us to live a more fretful life. Whilst we are aware of this 'self' we can carry this awareness with us and live for the moment in harmony. Anam Thubten reinforces the idea of this awareness through practical observation of how our ego can put us into situations we need not be in. Situations that cause an interference with our perception of a given situation. We are reminded that our fears, anxieties, and cravings are all about 'me' and what 'I' want. To loosen the ego's shackles and live life more truly to ourselves is what this book is all about. A good read indeed.

No Self, No Problem is about how to realize the ultimate meaning of life in each moment by dissolving all notions of ego identity. It asks that spiritual seekers wake up to their true nature, which is already enlightened. Based on the Buddhist wisdom tradition, this easy-to-read book discusses in simple but profound and inspiring language how we can live a life full of love, satisfaction, and happiness.Anam Thubten, an accomplished Tibetan Buddhist meditation teacher, speaks with clarity, humor, and refreshing honesty as he shares his own spiritual journey. With profound knowledge and insight into the human condition, he illuminates the path to enlightenment for those willing to go to the heart of the matter. In his words,"True freedom is emancipation from our concepts, from the psychological veil that is distorting our view of the way things are. When such freedom is attained, we begin to see that life is inherently perfect, just as it is, and we end up swimming effortlessly in an abundance of joy and love. But there is a universal tendency to believe that we will find what we are searching for somewhere else. Many people look for freedom through accumulating either material possessions or spiritual knowledge. These searches amount to nothing more than a donkey chasing after a dangled carrot. When we wake up to that truth in this very moment we realize that what we were seeking was already here. The question is, "Can we wake up to this truth?" It might be much easier than we think. Remember, great ancient masters often said that we don't realize the truth because it is too simple and too close to us. When we finally realize it, we will be shocked by two things: how much time we wasted searching and how easy it was after all."Anam Thubten was born in Golok, eastern Tibet, and undertook Buddhist training in the Nyingma tradition at an early age. He has been teaching in the West since the 1990s and is the spiritual advisor and Dharma teacher for the Dharmata Foundation.Sharon Roe is completing a Ph.D. in Philosophy and Religion at the California Institute of Integral Studies.EXPLORE THIS TITLE FURTHER...Table of ContentsBook Excerpt"Simple Awakening;" "The Benefits of Falling Apart" Articles from the Snow Lion"The Spiritual Fix; The Sudden Beauty and Rest of Enlightenment" Articles from the Snow LionInterview with Anam Thubten from the Snow Lion MagazineREVIEWS"Author Anam Thubten, who was born in Eastern Tibet, undertook Buddhist training in the Nyingma tradition at an early age and has been teaching in the West since the 1990s. His teachings are unpretentious and sometimes outright humorous, but they are also profound. No Self, No Problem is about how to let go of our notions of ego identity in order to discover our true nature and achieve real liberation. 'We are perfect as we are,' says Anam Thubten. 'When we realize this, we are perfect. When we don't realize this, we are also perfect.' There is a glossary of terms at the back of No Self, No Problem that those new to Buddhist concepts will find useful."--Shambhala Sun"Anam Thubten goes to the heart of the matter in this easy-to-read, yet profound, book written in an accessible contemporary style"--Mandala "Editor's Choice""The author, through discussions on meditation, inner contentment or detachment, awareness, acceptance, compassion, ultimate awakening and transcendent wisdom, enables us to realize and grasp that all the wealth is within us and in our control"--East and West Series"A winsome winner. Each short chapter shows us the instant accessibility of our true nature.... Anam Thubten's main teaching is that 'enlightenment can happen right now in a single instant'. His book is exemplary in pointing out how to accomplish this.... The boon of this book is that his words are so vivid, clear, and comprehensible, they pierce through our doubt and resistance like a laser"--Bohemian Buddhist Review"Whether you are new to the Dharma or a long-time practitioner, you will certainly find some helpful advice here."--Khandro"Simply written but not simplistic, No Self No Problem tackles one of the greatest challenges of being a Buddhist: eliminating the sense of the separate self (the ego) as a means to accomplish enlightenment. Thubten's writing is straightforward and easily read, encouraging the reader towards the understanding that anyone and everyone can lose their attachment to ego, but he never comes across as patronizing: 'It's easy...I did it and you can do it, too!'"At the same time, Thubten points out that the way to enlightenment is far easier than we think it is: it simply comes down to losing attachments. Thubten acknowledges that failure can, does, and will happen along the way; accepting that truth will make things easier, although failure does not give excuse for not trying. His style is warm and inviting, and he sprinkles a good bit of humor throughout, keeping the text from becoming overly dry and boring. No Self No Problem should sit on the bookshelf of everyone interested in letting go of their ego."--Elephant Journal"In lucid, accessible language, [Anam Thubten] guides the reader to the realization of this infinite possibility"--Eastern Horizon"Despite the seemingly simplistic message of the book's title, which significantly is all in lower case, he is both familiar with and sensitive to the psychological difficulties that can complicate spiritual practice. He approaches the core feature of Buddhist philosophy, 'No-Self', in a direct, humorous, no-nonsense way that is softened by tender and compassionate insights.... Accessible and contemporary, [Thubten] frequently uses lively imagery to underline his points.... Provides not only a clear, engaging introduction to the Buddhist path but also inspiration and salutary warnings for more experienced practitioners."--Asya Chorley, The Middle Way"What a fine, lovely entertaining work about the art of cultivating pure consciousness and contentment.... Put simply, it is impossible not to become attached to Anam Thubten's book, illusions notwithstanding"--Thomas Peter von Bahr, New Age Retailer