Personal Philosophy

Author A.J. Jacobs discovers that his coffee - and every other item in our lives - would not be possible without hundreds of people we usually take for granted: farmers, chemists, artists, presidents, truckers, mechanics, biologists, miners, smugglers, and goatherds. By thanking these people face-to-face, Jacobs finds some much-needed brightness in his life. Gratitude does not come naturally to Jacobs, but he sets off on the journey on a dare from his son. And by the end, it’s clear to him that scientific research on gratitude is true. Gratitude’s benefits are legion.

Exploring the meanings and powers of love from ancient Greece to the present day, Richard Gilman-Opalsky argues that what is called “love” by the best thinkers who have approached the subject is in fact the beating heart of communism - understood as a way of living, not as a form of government. Along the way, he reveals with clarity that the capitalist way of assigning value to things is incapable of appreciating what humans value most.

This is the dramatic and inspirational first-person story of theoretical physicist Dr. Ronald Mallett, who recently discovered the basic equations for a working time machine that he believes can be used as a transport vehicle to the past. Combining elements of Rocket Boys and Elegant Universe, Time Traveler follows Mallett's discovery of Einstein's work on space-time, his study of Godel's work on a solution of Einstein's equation that might allow for time travel.

Whether you have no religious background or feel uncomfortable with the one you do have, whether you want to question your beliefs or develop your own relationship with God, Rabbi Kushner helps you understand how a spiritual commitment can make a real, practical difference in your life - and how you can find more meaning and live better today!

88 emotions. 88 choices. 88 inner battles. Who are you when no one is watching? When the applause fades? 👏 When temptation whispers? 🥀 Do you rise, or do you retreat? 🛡️ Do you remember, or do you forget? This is not self-help. This is not a book of answers. It is a book of confrontations. ⚔️ You will not be guided. You will be challenged. 🪨 You will not be coddled. You will be carved. 🗿 Inside these pages, you will not find comfort. You will find contrast— between the one who sharpens the soul and the one who sells it. Between the one who rises in silence and the one...

Stoic philosophy was founded in Athens by Zeno of Citium. It is one of the oldest schools of thought and has been influencing Western thought & science since its inception. Stoics believe that everything happens according to nature or Fate; they also teach us how to live our daily lives according to those principles. The great philosophers like Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca have been major influences on modern Western thinking regarding mental health issues such as depression, anxiety disorders etc which have become so prevalent today due to society’s inability to cope with ...

What we experience as “waking consciousness” is only a fraction of the total scope of consciousness available to us. This audiobook will introduce you to the concept of turiya, or pure consciousness, and explain how you can tap into this vast storehouse of knowledge and awareness. Most of us go through life without ever suspecting that there’s a higher level of consciousness that we can access. We’re content to go about our lives, day in and day out, without questioning reality's true nature. But what if there was more to consciousness than what we’re currently aware of?

We can shift our perspective and change our world. Life can be exceptionally gratifying when we realize that our thoughts create our interactions, and our interactions create our relationships. To truly relate is what living is all about. This book is meant as a seed. Its message offers inspiration for living an authentic and transparent life. As a resource for life, it unites what is seen as separate and heals what is wounded.

What is love? Aside from being the title of many a popular love song, this is one of life's perennial questions. In What Love Is, philosopher Carrie Jenkins offers a bold new theory on the nature of romantic love that reconciles its humanistic and scientific components.

Instead of a parenting book you listen to once as a sleep-deprived new parent, The Daily Dad provides 366 accessible meditations on fatherhood, one for each day of the year. Drawing quotes from history, literature and psychology, bestselling author Ryan Holiday—a father of two himself—has crafted a daily practice that will help dads old and new to find inspiration and advice. Each entry offers a memorable lesson on being

Every day we are confronted with hundreds of choices that either make us feel confident and strong or rob us of the things we desire the most. When we lack confidence, we feel unworthy of having what we want, of speaking the truth, of making decisions that improve our lives. When we feel weak, helpless, or powerless, we lack the strength to ward off the thoughts of defeat, negativity, and fear that fill our minds and prevent us from moving forward and living in harmony with our deepest desires.

Buddhism has been applied to everything from parenting to golf, but until now no one has offered Buddhist principles as a healing path through divorce. In Storms Can't Hurt the Sky, Gabriel Cohen bravely delves into his personal experience - along with insights from Buddhist masters, parables, humor, social science studies, and interviews with other divorces - to provide a practical and very helpful guide to surviving the pain of any breakup.

Tired of leadership books that promise quick fixes but deliver empty platitudes? Discover the ancient wisdom that has guided leaders for over 2,500 years. "Taoist Leadership: The Way of Subtle Influence" by David Tuffley PhD reveals the timeless secrets of effortless, effective leadership that creates harmony and achieves remarkable results. In a world of loud, self-promoting leaders, learn why the best leaders are those their people hardly know exist. Intrigued? You should be. This isn't just another leadership book – it's a paradigm shift that will transform how you think about ...

Many of us often feel challenged by the question of what gives our lives true meaning. What are we searching for? How do we know we are on the right path? In Playing Dead, Robert Sheehan shares intimate reflections on his own search for purpose, looking back at this journey so far and sharing the lessons he has learnt along the way. Meditation is at the heart of Robert's route to awakening and here he reveals how we can welcome practice into our daily lives to nurture a quiet mind and content heart.

El camino del metafísico moderno es una emotiva historia iniciática contada a través de una trama simbólica, en la que un joven emprende un viaje en busca de respuestas. A lo largo de nueve paradas —cada una con su obstáculo y su revelación— se despliegan experiencias que son, a la vez, personales y universales.

Gleaned from Rainer Maria Rilke's voluminous, never-before-translated letters to bereaved friends and acquaintances, The Dark Interval is a profound vision of the mourning process and a meditation on death's place in our lives. Following the format of Letters to a Young Poet, this book arranges Rilke's letters into an uninterrupted sequence, showcasing the full range of the great author's thoughts on death and dying as well as his sensitive and moving expressions of consolation and condolence.

Is your life running smoothly, always filled with success and happiness? Or do you sometimes face disruptions and periods of chaos? If this is the case, you need the lessons contained in this book: How industrialist Savva Mamontov could have prevented disruptions from destroying his life. Why Albert Schweitzer only grew happy and famous after turning his life upside down. The disruptive strategy that enabled Joseph Paxton, a simple gardener, to become wealthy. How it is possible that the all-powerful Knights Templar were wiped out overnight. The method conceived by Abbot Suger in the ...

WINGS FOR SOARING: Taking It To The Next Level - Beyond Jonathan Livingston Seagull By Psychologist "Dr. Dan" Matzke, PhD An uplifting story inspired by the spirit of Jonathan Livingston Seagull and the songs of John Denver. Historical Note: This delightful yet thought-provoking novella was originally written as a sequel to Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach. However, the publisher and author would not sanction a sequel, and forbid the use of the character names. To avoid copyright infringement and litigation, the names of the characters and parts of the story line were changed in ...

Dive headfirst into the exhilarating, no-holds-barred world of "The F--k-It Philosophy: Embrace Authenticity and Live Unapologetically," where the mantra of 'F--k-It' isn't just a phrase—it's a revolution. Author Dr. Sann Vann brings you a bold, liberating guide that dares to challenge the status quo and empowers you to live your life unapologetically.

Ralph Waldo Emerson has been famous as a major leader in the New Thought movement, establishing transcendentalism as a new paradigm. He wrote a massive amount of life-changing material in his life. His lectures and essays became the hallmark of the transcendentalist ideas and principles echoed today by many contemporary best sellers. Concepts proven to be timeless inspirational messages apply to today’s challenges.