What Would Buddha Do? How to Stay Calm in a World of Chaos

Each of us seeks happiness. Sometimes we feel joy and pleasure, but the sense of complete fulfillment slips away. We always want more, and then something inevitably goes off plan—expectations are replaced by stress, anxiety, and disappointment. In such times, Dr. Tony Fernando, a practicing psychiatrist and sleep specialist, invites you to lean on the wisdom of Buddha, who taught his students how to deal with the very same difficulties that concern people today.

The author has gathered 50 simple, practical everyday tips based on Buddhist teachings to help you become calmer, happier, and more internally resilient. You’ll learn how to better manage your thoughts and emotions, choose your words more thoughtfully, treat others with care, develop generosity and mindfulness, strengthen honesty, decency, kindness, and compassion. These practices will help quiet the mind, adapt to changes more easily, create a more harmonious life, and feel greater satisfaction.