The Art of Being Idle

Author: Wei Ne
Publisher: Yuan Liu Publishing Company
Publication Date: 2006-01-01
Features: When the whole world is urging you to push forward with all your might, this book does the opposite, teaching you how to procrastinate, take deep breaths, doze off, and savor the wonderful flavors of the universe. Through sweet and tempting wisdom, richly illustrated images, and simple-to-follow prescriptions, it helps relieve stress for tired minds and bodies, and in the chaotic and noisy society, it fights for more mental space for oneself. Author Veronica Wei Ne is not only a best-selling author, a renowned art director, and a marketing consultant, but her unique creativity and work philosophy have also been repeatedly cited by "Master of the Masters" Tom Peters. This book, "The Art of Doing Nothing," sold over a million copies without any promotion, solely through word of mouth, and established the "[The Art]" brand book series for the publisher. When I take a sip of good wine, I exclaim "Ah!" When I hear a good song or see a great movie, I exclaim "Ah, ah!" endlessly. Philosophers say that when people encounter a new realm, it is art. "The Art of Doing Nothing" is a book that makes you exclaim "Ah, ah!" ten times in a row. It reinterprets ten phenomena or habits or actions in life, such as procrastinating, breathing, meditating, spacing out, yawning, dozing off, bathing, waiting, tasting, and listening, making people want to read it again and again and wholeheartedly desire to try the suggestions in the book. This is a new discovery in the art of living. The narrative throughout the book is simple yet wise, refreshing and clear. It is a spiritual kaiseki meal—precious yet not expensive. ── Yang Maoxiu (Founder of the Mo Mo Chuangmo Children's Philosophy Foundation) Veronica Wei Ne's unique concept has been cited by Tom Peters for many years, becoming one of his important beliefs. ──tompeters.com (Author of "The Pursuit of Excellence" and its team) At first glance, "The Art of Doing Nothing" seems to be a guide for urban elites, but upon closer reflection, it contains the ultimate truth of Zen and mindfulness. The author, with delicate perception, whimsical imagination, and rich knowledge, helps us find that elusive emptiness in our own backyard—perhaps it should be called the ultimate reality of "emptiness without the second-hand." ── Hu Yiumeng (Writer, spiritual coach, and translator of this book)