Moral Life

A historical fiction book set in the northern frontier of Canada during the 19th century. Step into the wild, uncharted territories of 19th century Canada in "Jesuit on the Frontier," where faith, struggle, and discovery intertwine. Follow the journey of Luc Sienna, a young man poised on the brink of transforming his life under the watchful eyes of two Jesuit priests—Father Marcus, a weary yet compassionate guide, and Father Rafael, a strict disciplinarian. As Luc embarks on an extraordinary quest of self-discovery and redemption, he is forced to confront not just the external dangers of ...

We should be very careful, when trying to scrutinize our cosmos. Who knows, if we succeed, if we have a major breakthrough, we might just blow it all. Like a soap bubble, when touched by the fingertip of a curious child. Maybe that is what it's about. To blow it all. The meaning of life. So, occasionally I contemplate murder... Stefan Stenudd is a Swedish author, artist, historian of ideas, and instructor in the peaceful martial art aikido. In this book, he lets his thoughts wander through questions about life, death, and the meaning of it all. This book was previously published with the ...

When you think about morality/ethics, what comes to your mind? Is good and evil a matter of opinion? Is it for cultures to decide what is right and wrong? Integrating moral philosophy with positive psychology, Rational Empathy explains why these popular notions of morality are wrong. Morality, as explained in this book, is based on empathy and derived through sheer logic! But why is morality important in the first place? Understanding morality helps us maximize happiness in our lives and bring more happiness to people whom we interact with or influence. Morality, philosophy and psychology ...

Two new tales from John Fraser. These two tales consider basic questions. Life is a test, they say, but life comes to us as unanswered and even unanswerable questions - come to each, but surely we can't respond to all those questions, not with any confidence or authority? It all shimmers, seems uncertain, without a purpose, and yet - the heroine in The Test sees her partner swept away by gunfire, gone for good or ill, unloved and probably unmourned. She sees the solidity of all around her questioned, religions which might seem to give an answer instead propose a self-denial, abnegation ... ...

In this rich and illuminating book, the Pulitzer Prize-winning, bestselling author Robert Coles creates a portrait of moral leadership--what it is, and how it is achieved--through stories of people who have led and inspired him: Robert Kennedy, Dorothy Day, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Erik Erikson, a Boston bus driver, teachers in college, medical school, and elementary school, among others.

We like to think of ourselves, our friends, and our families as decent people. We may not be saints, but we are still honest, relatively kind, and mostly trustworthy. Christian Miller argues here that we are badly mistaken in thinking this. Hundreds of recent studies in psychology tell a different story: that we all have serious character flaws that prevent us from being as good as we think we are - and that we do not even recognize that these flaws exist.

IT is indeed a strange scene that lies before us as we look out over the face of the earth and of human society. It is not at all, I suppose, the kind of world that any of us would have thought a wise and strong and good God would have created. It seems to us unreasonable, and it seems cruel. Note the conditions beneath our feet, among the lowest forms of life, the grasses, the shrubs, the trees,—a contest going on none the less deadly because unconscious and unaccompanied by pain. The earth itself is a strange home for a sensitive and possibly suffering people, — earthquakes, volcanoes...

PEACEFUL POEM ABOUT DIVERSITY. This poem is for everyone on earth. There is a need for people to recognizes their common traits as well as embrace their differences. By opening one's eyes to the world around them and seeing all the ways in which there are choices and opportunities and differences and perspective, you can teach the world, one at a time, how to harmoniously live together

What would you trade for your biggest wish? In this heartwarming and magical story, a young girl learns that sometimes the things we want most come with a price—and that love is the most powerful magic of all. Mary is clever, imaginative, and one of the most adored girls in her village. But there’s one thing she can’t stand: sharing a room with her little sister, Sarah. Mary only wants her space, toys, and a little peace. When a mysterious older woman appears and offers Mary precisely what she’s wished for—at the cost of her shadow—Mary says yes without a second thought. But ...

Welcome to the exploration of an exciting, albeit, perplexing realm with "Printing Life". This eBook delves deep into the fascinating yet morally complex world of AI Bioprinting. Strap in, for a captivating journey that will leave you pondering about the ethical dimension of this revolutionary technology. Starting with the basics, "Printing Life" demystifies the intricate world of AI Bioprinting. It tackles head-on the fundamental principles, the inception, and progress of AI Bioprinting, breaking down the complexities making it accessible for both students and enthusiasts alike. The eBook ...

Stories of the Black Belts is unfortunately only a partial story. It’s partial because I don’t have all of the thousands of Black Belts we have trained since 1995 in here and more importantly because it’s only a snapshot. It’s just one moment in time where each Black Belt – as a requirement to become a first degree (or second or third degree or higher) Black Belt needed to take a moment and write an essay about “What Karate Means To Me”. While many of these Black Belts are still training and I know their current story, in the last two and a half decades I would love to know ...

«Con esta obra se presenta un mosaico que ayuda a esclarecer la dinámica migratoria partiendo de una visión global, enfatizando la dinámica regional y poniendo el reflector sobre México como país de origen, tránsito, destino y retorno. Los artículos que integran el libro analizan cuestiones específicas que brindan una radiografía de las fallas y oportunidades que tiene nuestro sistema de gestión de los movimientos de población y que impactan en los aspectos más cotidianos y básicos de la vida de las personas migrantes y refugiadas.

Lucius Annaeus Seneca (4 B.C-A.D. 65), the chief advisor to the emperor Nero, was the power behind the throne in Ancient Rome. He is most famous for his writings on Stoic ideology, in which philosophy is a practical form of self-improvement. Seneca’s letters address the issues of life and death confronting every generation while upholding the ideals of Stoicism–valuing courage and friendship, avoiding corruption and self-indulgence, striving to achieve a good life while being immune to life’s setbacks, and enjoying life without the fear of dying.

Discover the Power of Example—A Heartfelt Guide to Living with Purpose and Values In The Power of Example: Timeless Life Lessons on Family, Gratitude, and the Values That Shape Us, acclaimed Colombian educator and writer Jaime Bedoya Martínez delivers a stirring collection of reflections that celebrate the wisdom of everyday life. Through moving stories, poetic insights, and profound parables, this book reminds us of the transformative impact of love, respect, personal responsibility, and the legacy we leave through our actions. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, student, or seeker of ...

The Badge and the Burden: Stories from the Other Side of the Line By G.J. Fene Summary: In The Badge and the Burden, G.J. Fene delivers a powerful, unflinching collection of short stories that pierce the myth of the invulnerable cop and illuminate the emotional weight of wearing the badge. Told from the first-person perspectives of police officers confronting moral gray zones, systemic failures, burnout, and personal reckoning, these narratives challenge the thin blue line from the inside out. From ride-alongs gone wrong to welfare checks that unravel old ghosts, each story captures a ...

When Areli was just a baby, her mama and papa moved from Mexico to New York with her brother, Alex, to make a better life for the family - and when she was in kindergarten, they sent for her, too. Everything in New York was different. Gone were the Saturdays at Abuela's house, filled with cousins and sunshine. Instead, things were busy and fast and noisy. Areli's limited English came out wrong, and schoolmates accused her of being illegal. But with time, America became her home.

The first principle is life; the second, maintenance of life. The thing of greatest human interest and importance, therefore, is the production and distribution of food, the manufacture of necessities; Or what we call Business. Religion, education, art, politics, are all secondary to it, since we live because of our work; and without life we should need neither salvation, learning, homes, literature, nor any-thing else. Business is nothing more than food-getting; incidentally, it means founding a home, a family, assisting in building a school, a road, a street, and finally, appreciation of ...

In their collaborative work, Joseph and Breandan Lumpkin seamlessly blend their unique insights with timeless wisdom from Stoics Seneca and Marcus Aurelius. These stoic lessons beckon listeners to return for solace and enlightenment during life's trials. With clarity and precision, this book presents the essence of Stoic philosophy in six modern lessons, guiding listeners to scrutinize their perceptions and choose their responses to adversity with greater mindfulness.

The autobiographical essays in The Girls in My Town create an unforgettable portrait of a family in Los Angeles. Reaching back to her grandmother's childhood and navigating through her own girlhood and on to the present, Angela Morales contemplates moments of loss and longing, truth and beauty, motherhood and daughterhood.

According to polls, less than half of all Americans can even name more than four of them. For most of us, agnostics and faithful alike, they have been relegated to the level of a symbol, their teachings all but forgotten. In Western life today, the Ten Commandments are everywhere - except where we need them most. In The Ten Commandments, David Hazony offers a powerful new look at our most venerable moral text.