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The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: Bring calm to your life with the ultimate mindfulness guide from a Buddhist monk

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THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER

Full of anecdotes, relatable quotes and beautiful illustrations, this little book makes a wonderful read and thoughtful gift!

'Is it the world that's busy, or my mind?'

*****

Life moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to.

In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships.

Combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations, Haemin Sunim's simple messages speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down.

*****

'Everyone who wants to thrive more in their life should have it on their nightstand' Arianna Huffington

'Offers practical advice on everything from handling setbacks to relationships. Best for reclaiming your zen' Stylist

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Everyone who wants to thrive more in their life should have it on their nightstand -- Arianna Huffington

Universal truths, beautifully expressed, lovingly illustrated -- Mark Williams, co-author of 'Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World'

Ingeniously simple tips from a zen monk that'll boost your mood, career - and relationships ― Daily Mail

Offers practical advice on everything from handling setbacks to relationships. Best for reclaiming your zen ― Stylist

Taking time is Sunim's thing. He's a Buddhist monk who has become internationally famous for it. Written in response to requests for advice on social media, [The Things You Can See] directly addresses problems facing people around the world -- John-Paul Flintoff ― Guardian

Full of insightful and practical advice-and wonderfully portable, like a daily guidebook. I read it with great interest -- Bhante Gunaratana, author of 'Mindfulness in Plain English'

Haemin Sunim has offered us a remarkable gift, a compendium of practical wisdom. It is accessible brilliance -- Allan Lokos, founder and guiding teacher, Community Meditation Center, NYC; author of 'Through the Flames', 'Patience', and 'Pocket Peace'

A remarkable guide to how to live a life of unpretentious authenticity and compassionate engagement. In Haemin Sunim's brief essays and aphorisms, the insights of Buddhism have fully become the stuff of life itself -- Robert Buswell, Director of Buddhist Studies, UCLA

This book is wonderful-straight from the heart of a wise, kind teacher. Written simply and with gentle humor, it will help you find lasting happiness in a changing world -- Rick Hanson, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling author of 'Buddha’s Brain' and 'Hardwiring Happiness'

Loving, practical, and kind, The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down is a beautiful reminder of the rewards of living wisely -- Jack Kornfield, bestselling author of 'A Path with Heart' and 'The Wise Heart'

From the Back Cover

The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships, in a beautiful book combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations. Haemin Sunim's simple messages - which he first wrote when he responded to requests for advice on social media - speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down. Hugely popular in Korea, Haemin Sunim is a Zen meditation teacher whose teachings transcend religion, borders and ages. With insight and compassion drawn from a life full of change, the bestselling monk succeeds at encouraging all of us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ancient buddhist wisdom that is as relevant today as ever

n. · 27 February 2017

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5.0 out of 5 stars Bargain Book in shopping cart

C.J. · 21 July 2025

Good condition paperback. Brand new item. Just got it. It was a curiosity purchase as it wasn’t recommended or anything. I meditate and thought it might help to gather some material on the subject.Looks like a quick read. Lots of picture real-estate and spaced-out text.I added it to my shopping cart and got free shipping so it was a bargain.Thank you.

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful

S.B. · 28 August 2025

Not quite what I was expecting but a beautiful read. This is more musings on different subjects rather than a mindfulness guide but some good points and lovely words

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!

H. · 24 July 2025

Illuminate your mind by this wonderful book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great read

k.c. · 19 August 2025

Excellent read, a book you can refer back to time and again love it

5.0 out of 5 stars A present for her, SHE absolutely loved it (so I read it myself - highly recommended, rich resource of wisdom for life)

c. · 6 April 2017

"Is it the world that's busy or is it my mind?" A fantastic book with a lot of (not new, rather old, Buddhist times) wisdom. To be honest, I first bought this book in an airport for my wife as a little gift. She absolutely loved it and we often talked about one or the other points that this book has raised for her. So I was intrigued enough and read it myself.The style and way of writing fits the purpose - it is easy to read. No complex scientific explanations, this is more about the small things in life, the things that matter, the things that make happy.In our fast paced world it is so essential to sometimes pause, calm down, literally sit down and take a quite minute (or longer). I found this book massively helpful. You can take the lessons to work, into your family, into any relationship, basically into your life.Give this book a chance and you won't be disappointed. You won't have to read it in one go - it is more a rich resource you can tap in and out as you please (or as you need it!).Highly recommended.

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing despite the pretty cover

D.6. · 5 October 2025

I found this book disappointing. It almost promises a lot from its cover title but I found the content too flimsy and general. It could be nice for someone as a dip in light weight read but it is too general in its approach.

5.0 out of 5 stars Must have

S. · 20 August 2025

What a beautiful little book. Perfect to give as a gift. Gave it to an expectant mother and she’s thrilled.

Good

I.N. · 13 July 2025

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guzel

p. · 23 March 2023

guzel

Love it

P. · 20 May 2025

Love it ! Worth reading!

Great quality and fast delivery

E.F.S.S. · 14 December 2024

This book is perfect, highly recommended for anyone looking to find peace and balance in their life.

Great life lessons

C. · 17 August 2025

This is an amazing book with many life lessons, I recommend

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The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down: Bring calm to your life with the ultimate mindfulness guide from a Buddhist monk

Product ID: K0241340667
Condition: New

4.6

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Type: Paperback

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Imported From: United Kingdom

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BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

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Description:

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER

Full of anecdotes, relatable quotes and beautiful illustrations, this little book makes a wonderful read and thoughtful gift!

'Is it the world that's busy, or my mind?'

*****

Life moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to.

In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships.

Combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations, Haemin Sunim's simple messages speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down.

*****

'Everyone who wants to thrive more in their life should have it on their nightstand' Arianna Huffington

'Offers practical advice on everything from handling setbacks to relationships. Best for reclaiming your zen' Stylist

Read more

Review

Everyone who wants to thrive more in their life should have it on their nightstand -- Arianna Huffington

Universal truths, beautifully expressed, lovingly illustrated -- Mark Williams, co-author of 'Mindfulness: Finding Peace in a Frantic World'

Ingeniously simple tips from a zen monk that'll boost your mood, career - and relationships ― Daily Mail

Offers practical advice on everything from handling setbacks to relationships. Best for reclaiming your zen ― Stylist

Taking time is Sunim's thing. He's a Buddhist monk who has become internationally famous for it. Written in response to requests for advice on social media, [The Things You Can See] directly addresses problems facing people around the world -- John-Paul Flintoff ― Guardian

Full of insightful and practical advice-and wonderfully portable, like a daily guidebook. I read it with great interest -- Bhante Gunaratana, author of 'Mindfulness in Plain English'

Haemin Sunim has offered us a remarkable gift, a compendium of practical wisdom. It is accessible brilliance -- Allan Lokos, founder and guiding teacher, Community Meditation Center, NYC; author of 'Through the Flames', 'Patience', and 'Pocket Peace'

A remarkable guide to how to live a life of unpretentious authenticity and compassionate engagement. In Haemin Sunim's brief essays and aphorisms, the insights of Buddhism have fully become the stuff of life itself -- Robert Buswell, Director of Buddhist Studies, UCLA

This book is wonderful-straight from the heart of a wise, kind teacher. Written simply and with gentle humor, it will help you find lasting happiness in a changing world -- Rick Hanson, Ph.D., New York Times bestselling author of 'Buddha’s Brain' and 'Hardwiring Happiness'

Loving, practical, and kind, The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down is a beautiful reminder of the rewards of living wisely -- Jack Kornfield, bestselling author of 'A Path with Heart' and 'The Wise Heart'

From the Back Cover

The world moves fast, but that doesn't mean we have to. In this timely guide to mindfulness, Haemin Sunim, a Buddhist monk born in Korea and educated in the United States, offers advice on everything from handling setbacks to dealing with rest and relationships, in a beautiful book combining his teachings with calming full-colour illustrations. Haemin Sunim's simple messages - which he first wrote when he responded to requests for advice on social media - speak directly to the anxieties that have become part of modern life and remind us of the strength and joy that come from slowing down. Hugely popular in Korea, Haemin Sunim is a Zen meditation teacher whose teachings transcend religion, borders and ages. With insight and compassion drawn from a life full of change, the bestselling monk succeeds at encouraging all of us to notice that when you slow down, the world slows down with you.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ancient buddhist wisdom that is as relevant today as ever

n. · 27 February 2017

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5.0 out of 5 stars Bargain Book in shopping cart

C.J. · 21 July 2025

Good condition paperback. Brand new item. Just got it. It was a curiosity purchase as it wasn’t recommended or anything. I meditate and thought it might help to gather some material on the subject.Looks like a quick read. Lots of picture real-estate and spaced-out text.I added it to my shopping cart and got free shipping so it was a bargain.Thank you.

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful

S.B. · 28 August 2025

Not quite what I was expecting but a beautiful read. This is more musings on different subjects rather than a mindfulness guide but some good points and lovely words

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!

H. · 24 July 2025

Illuminate your mind by this wonderful book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great read

k.c. · 19 August 2025

Excellent read, a book you can refer back to time and again love it

5.0 out of 5 stars A present for her, SHE absolutely loved it (so I read it myself - highly recommended, rich resource of wisdom for life)

c. · 6 April 2017

"Is it the world that's busy or is it my mind?" A fantastic book with a lot of (not new, rather old, Buddhist times) wisdom. To be honest, I first bought this book in an airport for my wife as a little gift. She absolutely loved it and we often talked about one or the other points that this book has raised for her. So I was intrigued enough and read it myself.The style and way of writing fits the purpose - it is easy to read. No complex scientific explanations, this is more about the small things in life, the things that matter, the things that make happy.In our fast paced world it is so essential to sometimes pause, calm down, literally sit down and take a quite minute (or longer). I found this book massively helpful. You can take the lessons to work, into your family, into any relationship, basically into your life.Give this book a chance and you won't be disappointed. You won't have to read it in one go - it is more a rich resource you can tap in and out as you please (or as you need it!).Highly recommended.

3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing despite the pretty cover

D.6. · 5 October 2025

I found this book disappointing. It almost promises a lot from its cover title but I found the content too flimsy and general. It could be nice for someone as a dip in light weight read but it is too general in its approach.

5.0 out of 5 stars Must have

S. · 20 August 2025

What a beautiful little book. Perfect to give as a gift. Gave it to an expectant mother and she’s thrilled.

Good

I.N. · 13 July 2025

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guzel

p. · 23 March 2023

guzel

Love it

P. · 20 May 2025

Love it ! Worth reading!

Great quality and fast delivery

E.F.S.S. · 14 December 2024

This book is perfect, highly recommended for anyone looking to find peace and balance in their life.

Great life lessons

C. · 17 August 2025

This is an amazing book with many life lessons, I recommend

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