Mark Epstein
Mark Epstein is a psychiatrist and bestselling author whose work explores the intersection of Buddhism and psychotherapy, especially questions of trauma, desire, and the self. Known for Thoughts Without a Thinker, Going to Pieces Without Falling Apart, and Advice Not Given, he has helped bring Buddhist psychology to mainstream Western readers.
Biographie et Parcours de l'Auteur
Mark Epstein built his career at the meeting point of psychiatry and contemplative practice. Educated at Harvard College and Harvard Medical School, he moved into psychiatry in New York City after first immersing himself in Buddhist study and vipassana meditation. His official biography dates that meditation practice to 1974, and his memoir-centered writing recalls formative encounters with teachers such as Ram Dass, Joseph Goldstein, and Jack Kornfield before he began formal psychiatric training. That double formation became the decisive turn in his professional life: instead of treating Buddhism and psychotherapy as separate worlds, he made their overlap the subject of his clinical work, teaching, and books. He has continued to maintain a private practice in New York and has taught in New York University’s psychotherapy and psychoanalysis program. ((https://www.markepsteinmd.com/about?utm_source=openai))
Citations
Vous Aimerez Aussi
Livres Populaires
Advice Not Given
Mark Epstein
A guide to managing ego through Buddhism and Western psychotherapy for spiritual and psychological growth.
Thoughts without a thinker
Mark Epstein
A psychiatrist explores Buddhist meditation's healing power, blending Eastern wisdom with Western psychotherapy for emotional well-being and self-understanding.
The Zen of Therapy
Mark Epstein
A psychiatrist explores how Buddhist principles enhance therapy, offering insights on mindfulness, spiritual friendship, and inner peace.
Advice Not Given
Mark Epstein
A guide to managing ego through Buddhism and Western psychotherapy for spiritual and psychological growth.
Thoughts without a thinker
Mark Epstein
A psychiatrist explores Buddhist meditation's healing power, blending Eastern wisdom with Western psychotherapy for emotional well-being and self-understanding.
The Zen of Therapy
Mark Epstein
A psychiatrist explores how Buddhist principles enhance therapy, offering insights on mindfulness, spiritual friendship, and inner peace.
Découvrir plus
Best Self: Stoicism, CBT & Dark Psych Podcast
This plan bridges the gap between ancient philosophy and modern clinical psychology to build an impenetrable mindset. It is ideal for individuals seeking to enhance their emotional intelligence, protect their mental boundaries, and achieve peak psychological performance.
Eckhart & Jung: The Mystic Path
This plan bridges the gap between spiritual presence and psychological depth, offering a unique synthesis of modern mysticism and Jungian theory. It is ideal for seekers and practitioners looking to integrate shadow work with mindfulness for a more complete journey of self-realization.
The Psychology of Everyday Mind Tricks
In an era of digital manipulation and complex social dynamics, understanding the hidden forces of the mind is essential for clear thinking. This plan is ideal for professionals and social navigators looking to sharpen their influence, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking skills.
Compassionate Self-Talk: Zen & Psychology
This plan is essential for anyone struggling with a harsh inner critic or chronic self-doubt. It offers a unique bridge between clinical psychology and Zen philosophy, making it ideal for those seeking practical emotional regulation tools.
Bruce Lee: Philosophy for Modern Life
This plan bridges ancient Eastern wisdom with modern psychological resilience, offering a blueprint for peak performance. It is ideal for anyone seeking to cultivate mental toughness, adaptability, and a deeper sense of purpose in a chaotic world.
The Stoic and Buddhist Path to Peace
In an increasingly volatile world, combining the wisdom of the West and East offers a comprehensive toolkit for mental stability. This plan is ideal for individuals seeking to build emotional resilience and find a balance between personal tranquility and social engagement.
The Architecture of Self
This plan is essential for individuals seeking to bridge the gap between deep existential philosophy and practical self-mastery. It is designed for thinkers and high-performers who want to deconstruct their mental models and rebuild a more intentional, strategic life.
Unshakable: The Art of Emotional Detachment
In an era of constant social pressure, mastering emotional boundaries is essential for mental clarity. This plan is designed for individuals who feel drained by others' moods or struggle with social overthinking.
Voix de la Communauté
"Most people will never find a great psychiatrist or a great Buddhist teacher, but Mark Epstein is both"
— Ann Patchett
"Mark Epstein interweaves psychotherapy and Buddhism in ways that help readers further their own personal growth and practice"
— Michael Eigen
"In this intriguing and deeply moving meditation on the human condition, Mark Epstein offers a psychoanalytic reading of the Buddha’s life"
— Stephen Batchelor
"Mark Epstein’s Advice Not Given continues his important, fascinating work in exceptionally lucid language"
— Maggie Nelson
"Mark Epstein’s book is a rare and remarkable achievement"
— Siddhartha Mukherjee
"Mark Epstein has managed to bring to life a sensitive and subtle understanding of human suffering"
— Jon Kabat-Zinn
"Mark Epstein does a remarkable job in bringing together the traditions of Buddhism and psychotherapy into an immensely useful book for our time"
— Roshi Joan Halifax
"As always, Mark Epstein meditates on experience—his own and that of others—with exemplary intelligence, sensitivity, and tact"
— Pankaj Mishra
Cree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
Ask ChatGPT
Ask ClaudeCree par des anciens de Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
