The power of meditation has been harnessed for thousands of years to help train the mind for greater concentration and handling stress. This book draws on both secular and religious traditions, using ancient and modern-day techniques that make it easy to learn, understand, and apply meditative practice to your daily life. You'll find commuter meditation, micro-meditations for children and parents, even chocolate meditation, as well as conscious listening exercises, offering ways to improve your relationships with loved ones, friends, colleagues, and strangers, while helping you to feel at ease in the wider world.