Development Philosophy

"When a man enters a dark room he is not sure of his movements, he cannot see objects around him, or properly locate them, and is liable to hurt himself by coming into sudden contact with them. But let a light be introduced, and immediately all confusion disappears.... To the majority, life is such a dark room, and their frequent hurts...are caused by sudden contact with principles which they do not see, and are therefore not prepared to deal with. But when the light of wisdom is introduced into the darkened understanding, confusion vanishes...." (from the foreword by James Allen)

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. In recent years non-religious funerals have become more common, but without an established canon of texts to fall back on, it can be difficult to plan an appropriate service for a loved one who had no religious belief or connections. Texts recommended by secular humanists, especially modern texts, can sometimes sound trite or overly informal.

From a young Snapchat executive, TV host, and social critic comes an eye-opening guide for a unique generation of dreamers and doers who have been paralyzed by the pressures of life - to pause, press the reset button, and use the power of story to build a radical new life...and a new world.

There is no higher praise we can give people than to say they have good character. But what does this mean, really? What makes this quality so essential to achieving personal success and fulfillment? More importantly, how can we build our own character and live more satisfying lives? Reflecting society's diversity, the contributors to this unique collection of essays speak from various cultural and professional backgrounds to share their observations on living with integrity, honesty, and compassion.

In this accessible and beautiful book, Yen Ooi explains the various facets of Rén and explores how this philosophy applies to everything from our relationship with ourselves and the people in our lives, to how we relate to society and the wider world. She shows us how, using the basic principles of Rén and through simple changes to our lives, we can connect better with friends, family, and colleagues, become helpful members of society, and find fulfillment in ideas of community, justice, morality, and compassion.

Moral Articulation outlines an ethical framework that allows us to embrace a version of the latter, transformative view without sacrificing notions of moral truth, objectivity, and knowledge. The book presents a view of moral meaningfulness as extending beyond what we can presently put into words, urging that expansions in our moral vocabularies often begin in dissonant experiences of conceptual and linguistic limits.

To create an effective space, landscapers must design, build, and maintain that space. To create an effective life, we must design, build, and maintain that space too. Discover Your Sweet Spot equips you to create the life you want. Using a landscaping metaphor and written in a conversational tone, author Scott Fay reveals seven proven steps that enabled him to achieve a unique blend of personal and professional success.

La niñez es nuestra plataforma de despegue, el periodo de la vida en el que el aprendizaje es más intenso, y adquirimos el conocimiento crítico y las habilidades que nos permitirán adaptarnos. Filósofos de todas las épocas han señalado que, con el paso del tiempo, los seres humanos tendemos a encogernos mental y emocionalmente. Desvirtuamos nuestra naturaleza -caracterizada por la curiosidad, la empatía, la razón, el asombro y el deseo de experimentar y entender- y, de esta manera, se va volviendo borroso nuestro sentido de identidad.

自己啓発の金字塔、待望の超訳で登場!人間関係の黄金律として80年を超えて読み継がれ、全世界で1000万部以上が売れている傑作を超訳しました。

We all want to know how to get the good things in life. Kolie Crutcher introduces us to a reliable method, a mechanism by which they are naturally attained and secured long term.

Narrated for effortless listening and designed to inspire meaningful action—uncover the Japanese secret to a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. Are you seeking deeper purpose, balance, and lasting joy? Do you feel caught in a daily routine that lacks meaning? The answer may lie in Ikigai—an ancient Japanese philosophy that guides people toward living with fulfillment, passion, and true contentment. In The Four Pillars of Ikigai: Discover Your Purpose and Live with Joy, you’ll embark on a transformational journey to uncover what truly drives you.

From advice to the sleep deprived to dealing with the drama of toddler tantrums to thoughts on teenage egocentrism, this invaluable audiobook will teach you how to manage the expectations you have of yourself, your partner, and your children. Buddhism for Parents On the Go will help you conquer the day-to-day challenges of life, reduce your stress levels, and gain true insight into the ever-changing joys of parenthood.

You know that you see everything as it is. You see deep down inside the souls of people and you understand what they are about. You also understand that you are represented by two symbols, the eagle and the scorpion. So, let’s focus on helping you to evolve to your true potential to be the eagle, to soar high as the noble eagle. Certainly you realize that within you is the tendency to be the scorpion when you are angry. But from now on I want you to focus on letting go of anger.

We all overthink. Some nights, you lay wide awake in bed and just can’t seem to switch your brain off. Don’t despair and think there is nothing you can do from here. This audiobook was written specifically to solve your overthinking problem. To begin with, we will explore the causes. Then we will show exactly how you can upgrade your thinking. Now, you could stay in bed all day watching TV, and that's just fine. But that's a below-average life, and it's not going to make you happy; you have to dare to be great! Begin now with this three-book collection!

Synthesizing cutting-edge research and first-hand reporting, Peg Tyre offers parents far smarter and more sophisticated ways to assess a classroom and decide if the school and the teacher have the right stuff. Passionate and persuasive, The Good School empowers parents to make sense of headlines; constructively engage teachers, administrators, and school boards; and figure out the best options for their children.

Estas son las técnicas de Hector Herrera que logró sobreponerse ante las adversidades de la vida, sobreviviente de tres intentos de suicidio y haber sanado de una parálisis de su cuerpo que duró casi cinco años de su vida, encontró en lo más profundo del dolor dos caminos: Morir por sus propias manos y terminar con el dolor y sufrimiento que lo tenían muerto en vida; o enfrentar sus miedos sanar su pasado y transformarse en uno de los conferencistas de mayor impacto en la vida de quien lo escucha.

In Grief, Michael Cholbi presents a groundbreaking philosophical exploration of this complex emotional event, offering valuable new insights about what grief is, whom we grieve, and how grief can ultimately lead us to a richer self-understanding and a fuller realization of our humanity.

Sumérgete en el fascinante mundo del estoicismo y descubre cómo superar la ansiedad de una vez por todas. En este audiolibro desvelaremos los secretos de los grandes estoicos como Séneca, Epicteto y Marco Aurelio, y exploraremos las prácticas y principios fundamentales que te permitirán alcanzar la serenidad mental y emocional.

In the deeply accessible mode of his international best seller How to Be an Antiracist, Ibram X. Kendi combines a century of scientific research with a vulnerable and compelling personal narrative to argue that it is only by teaching our children about the reality of racism and the myth of race from the earliest age that we can actually protect them and preserve their innocence and joy. Along the way, he shows that an antiracist society is one that safeguards all children.

Stoicism: Conquer Fear, Crush Stress, Find Inner Peace and Be Successful is your practical guide to a better and more interesting life. This handy audio manual will teach you how to deal with any type of stressful situation, how to confront your challenges and succeed. Learn how the ancient teachings of stoicism can help you to solve your modern-day problems and achieve your goals. If you want to enjoy peace of mind and success then this book is for you.