Bloom is an important collection of teachings and reflections on serenity (samatha) and loving-kindness (metta) meditations, practices that are immensely relevant to these times of uncertainty in all areas of our lives. By cultivating these wise instructions on the meditation cushion, as well as in your everyday life, both beginners and advanced meditators will find Bloom to be an inspiring and practical resource to be visited again and again.

Bloom: Buddhist Reflections on Serenity and Love, Ajahn Sona, Sumeru Press, Paperback, 144 pages, $24.95

Ajahn Sona, the Abbot of Birken Forest Buddhist Monastery in British Columbia, Canada, brings a gentle, intelligent humor to his inspired writings. A Theravadan monk for over 30 years, his compassionate guidance resonates with a deep and insightful understanding of the Buddha's teachings.

CONTENTS: Bloom
Introduction		7
Part I: Serenity
1	As a Child	11
2	Binoculars Clear and Focused	19
3	What Benefit	27
4	Pleasant Abiding	35
5	Breathing in the Noble Path	43
6	Abandoning the World	51
7	Jhana Bodies	59
8	Due Season	67
Part II: Love
1	Dive In	77
2	Be Kind to Yourself	83
3	The Sun and the Moon	89
4	Knocking from the Inside	95
5	The Four Quarters	103
6	Another Word for Trust	111
7	A Year of Metta	119
8	All I Ask of You	127
9	Opening the Eye	129
References/Glossary		137
About the Author		141