Why have we allowed busyness to become a badge of honor and a jaw-clenching form of competition in our society? Slaves to phones, beepers, emails, faxes and congested traffic, many of us are also trying to balance the demands of families and careers. These 52 inspirational yet practical essays will help us tame the busy workings of our minds, live with compassion and love, develop more wisdom and creativity, and create and maintain a sense of inner peace.