David Michie is a corporate communications consultant, published novelist, and Buddhist practitioner. He lives in Perth, Australia.
"Direct, unsentimental, and compelling, this is a book for the
skeptics, ditherers, and those many of us who lapse in our
meditative practices. If there is someone in your life you'd like
to introduce to meditation, Hurry Up and Meditate is an ideal
conversation starter."—Amanda Sinclair, author of Leadership for
the Disillusioned
"This is one of the most accessible and relevant books available on
meditation. Hurry up and read it!"—Ian Gawler, author of Peace of
Mind and Meditation, Pure and Simple
"Michie skillfully takes meditation out of the hippy-trippy, New
Age, sentimental, or magical realm and brings it down to the basic
practical level that it is. His style is very simple and
accessible. This book is for vaguely interested skeptics, a most
difficult group to satisfy. That he succeeds in doing so makes this
indeed a wonderful, highly commendable book."—The Middle Way
"Michie doesn't try to sell a particular belief system but rather
focuses on making the case for why meditation is a good thing
before giving instruction on simple methods for how to meditate. .
. . I recommend this book to any beginning meditator."—Darren
Littlejohn, author of The 12-Step Buddhist
"This compact, humorous, and informative book demystifies the
practice of meditation for the curious and skeptical alike. The
author briefly surveys the physical and psychological benefits of
meditation and then provides an accessible"Nuts and Bolts" section
to begin your amazing journey right away. And like any skilled
instructor, Michie even provides helpful advice to measure your
progress and avoid some of the most common pitfalls of
contemplative practice ... an especially good read for beginners
while more experienced meditators will find several compelling
arguments for the health benefits of meditation that may reaffirm
their decision to begin this truly wonderful practice."—Mandala
Magazine
"A time to rest and think has numerous health benefits, but really
who has the time? Hurry Up and Meditate is a guide to making time
for a little peace, quiet, and meditation when one's life doesn't
seem to present any opportunity for it. With a blend of scientific
logic and poignant wisdom, Michie offers a plan that can improve
one's quality of life in ways they didn't think possible."—Library
Bookwatch
"Well-written. . . . Michie advocates that anyone and everyone can
benefit from meditation and has the research to back up his claims.
. . . The perfect book for the businessman/woman who really sees
the need for more mindfulness in their lives."—Elephant Journal
"Attractively, convincingly, and in great detail presents the
healing powers of meditation. . . . Enables one to make meditation
an integral part of one’s daily life."—East and West Series
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