In How to Achieve Enlightenment, the Dalai Lama refers back to the foundations of Buddhism to present a direct and practical approach to the timeless questions: How can we live free from pain and suffering? How can we attain long-lasting happiness and peace?

Drawing on traditional Buddhist meditation practices and using enlightening examples from today's troubled times, he presents methodical, step-by-step exercises designed to expand the reader's capacity for spiritual growth and to validate the progress of their efforts.

By following these practices, we can learn how to replace our tormenting emotions with positive perceptions and behaviors, to embark on the path that will lead us to a state of higher consciousness.

Rich in personal stories and deep insights drawn from the Dalai Lama's experiences as a lifelong learner, thinker, political leader, and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, How to Achieve Enlightenment offers the reader all the wisdom, support, guidance, and inspiration needed to reach spiritual accomplishment and fulfillment.