Inspired by the work of the major charity the Prison Phoenix Trust, this beautifully illustrated guide provides an approachable introduction to the uplifting, liberating practice of meditation.

First, the book walks the reader through the basics of meditation step-by-step, and includes tips on how to clear one's mind of distractions such as lack of privacy or negative thoughts. Next, the benefits of meditation are explored through a collection of intimate letters from real inmates. After wrestling with issues they thought they'd never resolve, including drug addiction, mental illness, guilt, grief and marginalisation, meditation put these people in touch with their true inner strength, and helped them find peace inside.