Truth in advertising - The Buddha in You: A Beginner's Guide to Buddhism is exactly what it says it is, an easy to understand introduction to Buddhism. This book requires absolutely no prior knowledge before jumping in. However, just because it is an introduction doesn't mean that it is shallow. There is a lot here to think about and chew on. The authors' approach is inclusive, giving the reader permission to move at their own pace and take whatever they find helpful into their own spiritual path. There are exercises which put principles into immediate practice which is a brilliant way of combining learning with doing. The audio made it easy and intuitive to be led into various meditations but I could see wanting a paper copy in order to underline and highlight. Thank you to the authors, Sounds True, and NetGalley for the audioARC.

A gentle primer that provides perfect, bite-sized concepts for those with any curiosity for Buddhism, whether they intend to follow the philosophy themselves or not. I appreciated Mordy Levine's narration, which in itself was gentle, encouraging, and soothing, making the key concepts shared feel both accessible and relatable. The book summarizes and provides actionable practices for the Four Noble Truths, the 8-Fold Path, and perspectives on karma and reincarnation. While the audiobook production and narration was very well done, I found myself wishing for a print copy as well so that I could explore each concept more slowly and intentionally.

Thank you to Sounds True Audiobooks, NetGalley, Lama Lhanang Rinpoche, and Mordy Levine for an advance listening copy for honest review. Well done! 4.5 stars rounded up.

This was a great introduction to Buddhism. I received both an audiobook and ebook version from Net Galley. It was short, sweet and digestible.
The book flowed logically through an overview of the history, principles, practices and types of Buddhism. Each chapter had several areas where the authors asked you to pause and reflect about how a concept made you feel or to take a moment to put into practice one of the principles they'd just explained.

Look forward to returning to this book again for moments of reflection and deeper understanding, as well as reading the resources/ recommendations they provided at the end of the book.

Thank you to the author, narrator, publisher and Net Galley for providing a free e-audio version of this title in exchange for my review.

I have read about Buddhism in the past, so this wasn't a new concept to me. But I found it to be a very nice refresher or introduction to Buddhism. The book covers 4 Noble Truths, the 8 Fold Path, a few different schools of Buddhism, discussions about karma, reincarnation, and other teachings. The included mindfulness and meditation exercises would be good for beginners.

The audio is narrated by Mordy Levine, one of the authors. Theirs is a nice calm voice to listen to, clear and easy to listen to, especially during the mindfulness and meditation exercises.

5 stars - recommend to any interested in Buddhism.

Fantastic resource for an introduction to Buddhism. This book covers the basics on the history, wisdom, and benefits of practicing Buddhism. The information is presented in a very open and respectful manner that would appeal to readers who are casually exploring ideas, as well as those readers who are ready to actively begin incorporating Buddhist teachings and practices into their day-to-day lives.

I listened to this on audio and found the narration style very calming and comforting. I honestly wanted to start this audiobook from start all over again as soon as it had finished, it made my daily commute much more relaxing and set my mind up for a more calm approach to my day.

I picked up The Buddha in You as part of a personal goal to read more about different religions this year. I’ve always had a strong interest in world religions—sparked by my college religious studies courses—and Buddhism has consistently intrigued me. This book offers a clear, accessible introduction to Buddhist teachings, making it a great choice for anyone exploring the subject from either an educational or purely curious standpoint.

The Four Noble Truths are explained in a way that's easy to grasp, and the writing overall is both compelling and approachable. One of the things I appreciated most was how the teachings are framed as tools for self-improvement, inner strength, and everyday resilience. Rather than feeling abstract or overly philosophical, the ideas felt very grounded and applicable to real life. The selfless, compassionate nature of these teachings offers a refreshing and hopeful contrast to how religion is so often weaponized in America today—used as a means of control or to uphold systems of power and privilege.

I listened to the audiobook and really appreciated the narrator’s tone and delivery, though I found myself wishing I had read a physical copy to better absorb some of the concepts. Still, it was a very enjoyable and thought-provoking read. For anyone curious about Buddhism or looking to deepen their understanding of different belief systems, I highly recommend this book. Thank you to NetGalley and Sounds You Audio for providing me with an ARC.

If I got credit for every time I read a book about Buddhism, I would have already achieved nirvana. I spend too much time worrying and stressing and studying Buddhism and trying to practice its principles is so helpful to me. This is an excellent book for a beginner of someone who wants a refresher. There are lots of tips for living and an attitude that you don't have to do everything perfectly -- everything you do helps you get closer to your goal. Thanks to NetGalley I got to listen to the audiobook, which is excellent, clear, and easy to understand.

A great, concise introduction to Buddhism. Includes an overview of the 4 Noble Truths, the 8 Fold Path, different schools of Buddhism, discussions about karma, reincarnation, and other teachings.

I've dabbled in Buddhism teachings before and enjoyed the refresher of the information. The included mindfulness and meditation exercises were good for beginners.

The audiobook is narrated by one of the authors, Mordy Levine. His voice is clear, strong, and easy to understand. He has a calming manner that is great for the included meditation exercises.

Recommended for anyone curious about Buddhism or just wanting a refresher.

Thank you NetGalley and Sounds True Audiobooks for the ALC.