Half Asleep in the Buddha Hall is a light-hearted guide to living life fully and deeply. Using Zen stories old and new, illustrations and exercises, Wayne C. Allen takes you on a walk through the workings of your mind, heart, and soul. For those who love Eastern thought, and equally for those who are fearless explorers of their internal space, Half Asleep in the Buddha Hall is an eye-opening jaunt through the ages—while always bringing you into direct contact with yourself—in this moment. Wayne C. Allen—psychotherapist, group leader, corporate trainer, and -communicator extraordinaire—has counselled over 1000 clients since founding The Phoenix Centre in 1982. His expertise is in crisis management, communication, and growth issues. He works with individuals and couples. While Wayne’s style is eclectic, much of his focus derives from his love of Zen. From this perspective, Wayne is devoted to helping clients and his readers make more elegant choices about life and relationships. In all that he does, Wayne teaches wholeness, peace, and clarity of thought.