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Perry Garfinkel, a well-known speaker, journalist and an author has been reporting on topics like spirituality, travel and health for some of the leading magazines and newspapers. Garfinkel, a journalist at The New York Times has written several books on psychology and health.

His book Buddha or Bust succeeded in making its way in the Best Buddhist Writing, an anthology published by the Shambhala Press annually. The book soon became available to all the English-speaking nations of the world. Moreover, the Italian and Brazilian translations of the book are also available.

Buddha or Bust Author Perry Garfinkel states that Buddhism is one’s practical approach towards human problems. Garfinkel has offered his services as an editor and reporter for various newspapers such as:

• The Boston Globe
• Martha’s Vineyard Times
• Star-Ledger

Moreover, he has worked as a scriptwriter for the News Travel Network and the Travel Channel. His work was also highlighted in popular magazines such as:

• Men’s health
• Travel and leisure
• National Geographic magazine

Some of Garfinkel’s renowned works include Travel Writing for Profit and Pleasure, Stress Blasters, Maximum Style, Command Respect, The Male Body and In a Man’s World.

Garfinkel for a very long time now has also been offering workshops and talks to hospitality professionals and hotel spa guests. His workshops include good amount of humor and all the necessary practical strategies that can enhance one’s spa experience.

His work ‘Buddha or Bust’ succeeded in gaining the attention of millions across the globe. The book, encompassed with all the essential Buddhist teachings that aid one to overcome all the troubles and sorrows in life.

Through the book, Garfinkel has tried to explain the audience how by using the Buddhist teachings, Buddhist leaders are able to bring about an optimistic change in their nations.

Most interestingly, the book contains stories of some of the most well known Buddhist individuals. These also include prisoners, who accepted Buddhism while behind bars. Buddhism according to Garfinkel is more of a journey than just a destination. Therefore, in order to be able to find the actual meaning of life, it is important to practice strictly the Buddhist teachings.

The book can help individuals find answers to all the questions regarding life. Above all, the book does not focus towards a particular religion, but in fact teaches one to live a trouble-free life. The author has made all possible efforts to make the book sound simple and no doubt, he has succeeded in doing so.