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CNS5349

Week 5 Required Resources

Textbook

Wilber, K., & Patten, T. (2008). Integral life practice. Integral Books. (ILP) 

  • Chapter 7: The Spirit Module discussed the nature of spirituality, from an integral perspective; the stages of spiritual practice; the importance of spiritual practice for self-development and well-being; and a variety of modes or types of spiritual practice.

Walsh, R. (2000). Essential Spirituality: The 7 Central Practices to Awaken Heart and Mind. Trade Paper Press. 

  • The two assigned sections, “Practice 4: Calm and Concentrate Your Mind” and “Practice 5: Awaken Your Spiritual Vision,” explore approaches found across the world’s religious and spiritual traditions to developing concentration, inner peace, and transformative spiritual insight.  

Your course textbook can be accessed via the eDART link in the Getting Started module.

Video

In the Integral Meditation video, Integral Life Practice co-author Terry Patten discusses several different types of meditation and guides viewers through several different recommended practices. 

Lesson 5 Optional Resources