Quiet Strength: Find Peace, Feel Alive, and Love Boundlessly Through the Power of Equanimity

by Margaret Cullen

Genres: Nonfiction

336 pages, Hardcover

Published March 10, 2026

Reviews

[Reta · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book came to me at the perfect time and changed how I am sitting with my emotions and memories in EMDR therapy currently. I wish more books were written like this - so many different traditions and perspectives drawn together with a beautiful unity. The word choice and book design made each time I picked up this read quiet, deep, and meaningful.

[James Hallenbeck · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Cullen’s book, Quiet Strength, is destined to become a classic. While there are hundreds, if not thousands of books on mindfulness, only a handful of books focus on equanimity. And yet, equanimity is central to mindfulness practice. The author builds upon her extensive background as a Buddhist practitioner and teacher to consider equanimity from other perspectives, most notably Judaism and Sufism. She delves into the scientific literature and research, limited though it still is, examining equanimity and she provides guided meditations helping readers strengthen their own equanimity. Well researched. Well written with a wonderful sense of humor. Highly recommended.

[Marsha Scarbrough · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Quiet Strength" is the book for these turbulent times! Margaret Cullen explores the path to peace of mind in the face of inner and outer worlds on fire. She shares thought-provoking research, ancient spiritual traditions, and personal experience to guide readers toward a balanced, loving relationship with life. This book makes an important contribution to the literature of spiritual/emotional/psychological healing, and it's a fascinating read. Highly recommended!

[Barbara Graham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Cullen's Quiet Strength is the ideal companion for anyone seeking to live a balanced life in these turbulent times. The book beautifully braids together the author's personal pursuit of equanimity with wisdom gleaned from both ancient and contemporary spiritual traditions. The result is a rich, well researched and lively guide that will inspire readers to unwind the habitual patterns that keep them from embracing their lives with open hearts and minds.

[Liz Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Cullen brings her decades of experience to a deeply researched book about equanimity that is at once scholarly and accessible. We have the chance to benefit from her connection to thought leaders in many fields that help us see how necessary it is for us all to expand our understanding of a vital concept that we may not have given much thought to before. This is a book of wisdom presented with a tender heart. highly recommend.

[Mary Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

A perfectly timed book. A wonderful deep dive into equanimity. I enjoyed the blend of data, stories and beautiful prose. I highly recommend.