"His Holiness offers a simple yet illuminating program for transforming self-centered energy into outwardly-directed compassion. Drawing on exercises and techniques established in Tibetan monasteries over a thousand years ""ago,"" the Dalai Lama guides us through seven key stages. First we learn to move beyond our tendency to put others into rigid categories. By reflecting on the kindnesses that close friends have shown ""us,"" we learn to reciprocate. And in seeking the well-being of ""others,"" we foster ""compassion,"" the all-encompassing face of love. Now in paper."