Mindful Thirukkural

The concept that mindfulness leads to happiness is an ancient idea that has been rediscovered and validated today. This book analyses Valluvar’s writing on the mind and its development in a unique way. Starting with Thirukkural’s first chapter, the author draws upon many of the work’s couplets and connects them with mindfulness in a clear and simple fashion. He draws parallels between Valluvar’s couplets and modern psychology, supporting his ideas with references to the scientific literature. The discussion is enriched with real-life anecdotes, enhancing the book’s practical applicability to daily life. We learn about Valluvar’s guidelines for the development of a happy and healthy citizen who is regarded as a role model in society. This book is a must-read for students of Tamil philosophy and psychology.