If you’re interested in how Buddhists approach training the mind in the stages of mental development towards enlightenment, I highly recommend this book.  The Path to Bliss is a wonderful introduction by the Dalai Lama to the stages to the path to enlightenment, otherwise known as Lamrim.  He condenses the entire Buddhist teaching in an easy-to-read, digestible way that is conducive to the beginner.   In his humble, insightful way, the Dalai Lama introduces how to prepare the mind, the role of the teacher, understanding our humanity and the rare nature of our human existence, establishing the right motivation, and the steps to gain wisdom and insight.  I only recommend this book if you’re prepared to embark on a journey towards Buddhism.  If you’re looking for secular advice on meditation and training the mind, this probably won’t be the right book for you.

Here is a direct link to the book on Amazon.