Wabi-Sabi Wisdom: Inspiration for an Authentic Life.

by Andrea Jacques

In a Japanese tea ceremony, when a treasured bowl breaks, it is never discarded. Instead, shards are joined with lacquer and gold, creating beauty from imperfection and splendor from misfortune. This philosophy of finding beauty in life’s rough-earned wisdom the Japanese call “wabi-sabi.”

A tasty tea for the soul, Wabi-Sabi Wisdom: Inspiration for an Authentic Life steeps readers in Eastern concepts infused with author Andrea Jacques' earnest perspective and charm.

Elegantly designed, each chapter explores a unique theme such as work-life balance, stress, doing the work you love, finding purpose, increasing productivity, achieving mastery, cultivating authentic success and happiness, and much more.

Blending equal parts wit and wisdom, the book is the perfect companion for sipping on enlightenment and immersing oneself in inspiration for a life well-lived.

182 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 29, 2016

Reviews

[Patrick Hanlon · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is more broadly Buddhist than specifically focused on wabisabi but it still offers valuable insights. Whether citing the Japanese language, tradition or her own experiences in Japan and beyond, she offers a great deal of insight on challenges and opportunities that life can offer.

[Sydney Thomas]

This was a life-changing read for me. Beautifully written and packed with simple, but profound wisdom. I'm sure I'll read it again many times and plan to reach out to the author, something I almost never do.

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this one because I was searching for a spiritual but not overly religious book for a teen friend that is seeking her way when it comes to her faith and making wise choices. It looked good on the surface but I didn't trust giving it to her until I read it myself. The chapters are short but thought-provoking (it could definitely be read as a daily devotional). I found it spiritual (but not overly so) with good, wise advice. This is good for those that need some guidance and for those that need a gentle reminder about what life is truly all about.