As the date 2012 approaches, a growing circle of visionaries believes that the pace of change in the worldÑsocial, scientific, and spiritualÑis accelerating rapidly. WhatÕs the best way for you to adapt to these upcoming events? Noted scientist, lifelong meditator, and revolutionary futurist Peter Russell says that the most crucial technique is one of the oldestÑmeditation.

On The 2012 MindShift, this expert on global changes guides you through a series of meditations that he personally designed to help you stay grounded through these turbulent times. Join this acclaimed speaker and author to learn five simple-to practice meditations:

• Presence meditation for finding peace in the moment
• Befriending discomfort meditation for working with difficult feelings and rigid attitudes
• Inner wisdom meditation for tapping the guidance that awaits within you
• Loving-kindness meditation for developing greater compassion and community
• Clarifying purpose meditation to strengthen your lifeÕs vision

ÒIn order to successfully navigate the challenging transitions and transformations of our time, we must learn to build our inner resources,Ó teaches Russell. The 2012 MindShift gives you the practical tools to nurture your resilience and help you stay composedÑno matter what the tides of change may bring.