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Steve Weissman

Biography

Steve has been an international Buddhist meditation teacher since 1987. He was a resident teacher at a meditation center in Thailand for 25 years, teaching over 8,000 students from more than 85 countries. He currently lives in Australia, and continues teaching at various centers worldwide.
He and his wife, Rosemary, have authored many books, with several translated. Their main teaching book, "...with Compassionate Understanding" has been translated into seven languages.
Besides meditation books, Steve has written many movie scripts with the hope that his most important script, "The Great Quest" will become the first Hollywood-level, dramatic movie of the Buddha's life produced for both Western and worldwide audiences.
Steve has also written a children's picture book, "The Secret in the Seed".
More information about Steve & Rosemary can be found on their web site.

Where to find Steve Weissman online

Website: https://rosemary-steve.org

Where to buy in print

https://www.amazon.com.au/Compassionate-Understanding-Meditation-Retreat/dp/1557787697

Books

...with Compassionate Understanding, A Meditation Retreat by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 106,800. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Religion & self-improvement, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
Rosemary & Steve Weissman guide readers with clear meditation instructions that were given during a silent 10-day meditation retreat. These teachings compassionately address the group dynamic and inner struggles participants experience on the inward journey. Valuable methods are presented to help everyone live a more aware, peaceful and compassionate life.
Another Chance by
Price: Free! Words: 19,060. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories
High School quarterback/Valedictorian Brad turns bad, becoming a local drug lord. Despite his ways, he longs for approval of his virtuous father. After enticing his dad into his nightmare world, a shocked Brad watches Dad out perform his own evil ways. When Brad awakens from his hell, he tries to reform and plans to marry an innocent Librarian whom he truly loves - but will his fate allow this?
Barred Engagement by
Price: Free! Words: 19,040. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Mystery & detective » General, Screenplays » Mystery
Travis and Janie are engaged, with her father welcoming Travis more than his own son. But when they find out Travis' real last name, her father threatens to kill Travis if they try to marry. Janie cancels the marriage to save Travis, but he won't agree. He fights not only for his love, but for his life. Little did he expect to find out how Janie's father was connected to his parent's deaths.
For Life by
Price: Free! Words: 20,880. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Inspirational, Screenplays » Drama
The president of a euthanasia group must confront the reality of his own mother's illness and face-off with his estranged anti-euthanasia daughter, who holds power of attorney and medical decisions for her grandmother. She does what she can to stop him, yet his buddies also come to help him. Meanwhile his incestuous sister-in-law plays her sexual games and dreams of her share of the inheritance.
Get Updated, System's Archaic by
Price: Free! Words: 20,340. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Coming of age, Screenplays » Drama
Ken and Aaron's childhood sibling rivalry continues as adults. Though Aaron tries to make it good, even saving Ken's life, Ken's hatred stays. When Aaron shows up for a family reunion with Rahula, a half-Asian adopted son, Ken's prejudice grows and multiplies a hundred-fold when Rahula and Ken's daughter fall for each other. Can the past be healed or will the reunion tear the family further apart?
Leaves Fall by
Price: Free! Words: 26,110. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Fiction » Plays & Screenplays » American
In a world where soul mates meet, inept Larry has failed constantly for 300 years. Even when Jan, his true love appears, rather than being ecstatic to see him, she yearns for her past life as a celibate nun. Clever, quick and breaking the rules, she outfoxes mating attempts, not understanding they are an eternal pair. Will Jan continue to reject Larry or will she realize he is her timeless love?
Love, Mysterious by
Price: Free! Words: 24,350. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Screenplays » Romance
Kolby's the top agent of Cupid, who happens to be a beautiful woman, but he's on the verge of losing his job, and she's on the verge of dying, if he can't reunite a special pair before a deadline causes love to vanish from earth. He shot these great soul mates as kids, but the girl was born to the wrong parents. And if that colossal task wasn't enough, he also struggles with his own love agenda.
Meditation Teachings Book 2, Inspiration Quotes by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 15,840. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Religion & self-improvement, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
"Conditions produce results. Certain conditions produce certain results." Hundreds of inspirational short quotes from meditation teachers Rosemary & Steve Weissman's basic and advanced teachings. Open this book, read a little, reflect, and bring more meaning to those free moments in your day.
Meditation Teachings Book 3, 10-day Retreat Selections by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 58,580. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Religion & self-improvement, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
This is an easy-to-read inspirational book with selected teachings from meditation retreats led by Rosemary & Steve Weissman since 1988. A supplement with further meditation instructions compliments the book making it suitable for both beginning or experienced meditators. Use it to provide inspiration in your daily life and/or as a guide to practice formal meditation.
Meditation Teachings Book 4, 20-day Retreat Selections by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 74,140. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Religion & self-improvement, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
An easy-read inspirational book with selections from meditation teachers Rosemary & Steve Weissman's longer retreat for experienced meditators. Although the full talks were prepared for experienced meditators, the selections here have been chosen so that they are suitable for both beginning or experienced meditators. Use this book regularly to provide inspiration in your daily life.
Meditation Teachings Book 5, Original Stories by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 22,880. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Religion & Spirituality » Meditations, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
46 original stories by meditation teachers Rosemary & Steve Weissman that illustrate their teachings. Some are short, some are long, some are deep, some are soft, some are heavy, some are light, some are humorous, some are sad. They point us toward deeper understanding and can stimulate a wider perspective. Just as “a picture tells a thousand words”, these little stories have profound meanings.
Meditation Teachings Book 6, Wise Reflection by &
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 69,790. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Nonfiction » Self-improvement » Religion & self-improvement, Nonfiction » New Age » Meditation
Rosemary & Steve Weissman guide readers through two different meditation retreats that focus on wise reflection meditation. Although the "mindfulness" training from Theravadin Buddhism is spreading in the West, many do not know about the "Wise Reflection" training. Wise reflection uses directed thought in order to understand deeper truths, and develop unselfish emotions necessary for inner growth.
Mick, a Kid Who Fought by
Price: Free! Words: 19,080. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Coming of age, Screenplays » Drama
Raised by a father who never "stirs a tiger", quiet Mick shies away from confrontations, even when he's denied his well earned High School award by a jealous teacher. Yet after his girlfriend calls him a loser, Mick chooses to identify with his freedom fighting grandfather who died rocking too many boats. Will Mick learn to fight against bullies and win back his love, or will his father stop him?
Open Your Eyes, Dude by
Price: Free! Words: 20,190. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Humor & comedy » General, Screenplays » Romance
Choosing between bachelorhood and a boring job or marriage with eyes toward the Senate, a playboy has one week to find the right woman. When Tom meets Tricia, she intrigues him yet escapes his advances before he can discover more. He follows, succeeding in seducing her for a night, and actually finds that he has fallen in love with her. But what happens when she discovers his original motivation?
Security Act 2070 by
Price: Free! Words: 21,130. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Screenplays » Thriller
Future, materialism reigns supreme, "One nation under Money". Those who reject the accepted creed are declared fanatical enemies of the State. After losing his parents and his love, his brother's death tips Buddy over the edge into the "disease" which pits him against society. Swiftly suppressing his protest, he is committed to a mental hospital where a doctor seeks a live specimen for research.
The Great Quest by
Price: Free! Words: 27,290. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Biographical, Screenplays » Biographical
Siddhartha rejects riches and power in a quest to find ultimate freedom. His devious alter ego, Mara, presents the greatest obstacle, thwarting him at every opportunity. He also confronts barbaric Priests, a war-raging King and evil spirits before attempting austerities and starvation. Barely escaping madness, Siddhartha strengthens for his illustrious battle with Mara, when only one will survive.
The Kalama Awakening by
Price: Free! Words: 26,800. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Thriller & suspense » Action & suspense, Screenplays » Thriller
Naive Julie's longing for spiritual freedom makes her an easy target for a cult Guru's lust and her boyfriend's eagerness to trade her for power and fame. Isolated and drugged, she ends up in a nightmare of betrayal, yet resists being brainwashed into submission. An ex-devotee risks his life to rescue her, yet he also becomes caught and it's up to Julie whether she can save them both.
The Secret in the Seed by
Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 1,100. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Children’s books » Short Stories
A beautifully illustrated children's picture book based on one of Steve's favourite teaching stories. Great for "kids" of all ages, with a deeply profound message about being patient, yet putting in the right causes for happiness.
Vicki in Viewland by
Price: Free! Words: 20,600. Language: English. Published: September 30, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Screenplays » Comedy
Vicki's crush on the paperboy has her falling big time down into the fantasy world of Viewland where a vicious President labels her a terrorist and tries to annihilate her. Aided by a 5 foot tall Bluejay & Count Alf the 14th, she confronts foolish view after view until she must defeat the President in order to return home. Yet is this her only battle? Or is there someone more ominous awaiting her?
The Burden of Angels by
Price: Free! Words: 3,300. Language: English. Published: September 10, 2020 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Short stories, Screenplays » Comedy
The Burden of Angels is a comedy, fantasy short story adapted from a screenplay of the same title. God warns goofy Humphrey, he's on the verge of failing Angel School when an elite class of angels head to earth to help major catastrophes, yet poor Humphrey plans to aid just one man who lost a piece of paper.

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