Practical Religion

Would you like to be able to choose to be happier? This audiobook busts the modern happiness myths that assert that we can find lasting happiness through having more money, buying more things, or being famous, successful, or powerful. Instead, it provides science-backed, actionable, effective, and simple practices that can make being happier a whole lot easier whoever and wherever you presently are. Choosing Happier will teach you the skills, mind-sets, and habits that will make it easy for you to live with more contentment and joy on a daily basis.

Time is one of the most precious gifts that the Lord has given man. In giving people the gift of time, the Lord has ensured that no one may consider himself specially favored or disfavored. In his wondrous love, God has given the president of a populous nation and a simple street sweeper in that nation the same number of hours per day: 24. The president has not been given a 48 hour day while the street sweeper has been given a 24-hour day.

While working in a particularly toxic environment, Karlyn Borysenko came to this liberating realization: She couldn't control other people, but she could control herself, her perspective, and her actions. Now an organizational psychologist, consultant, and executive coach, Borysenko tells us how to bridge the gap between where we are now and what will bring us the most professional success and happiness. We must achieve self-mastery - by accepting responsibility for our actions, understanding our innate work style, and discerning when and how to push outside our comfort zone.

For the many people who are interested in learning more about Buddhism, here is a primer on Buddhism and Buddhist practice written in a deceptively simple manner, with an engaging, gentle humor and flavor. Adrienne Howley's purpose is to demystify Buddhism, stripping away the layers of ritual and iconography that have grown up around it over the centuries, and to present the original, basic tenets and practices.

Practical Spirituality is part of the Loving a Sacred Life series. It's a collection of essays written on topics that support simple and direct ways of living in our overly complicated world. The categories of this book revolve around the functioning of the brain, the mind (not to be confused with the brain), relationships, and spiritual principals in everyday reality. Expanding your knowledge and experiences leads to opening the mind into greater awareness.

Ever feel like your brain has 47 browser tabs open—and one of them is definitely playing music, but you can’t find which? Tired of advice that sounds like it was written by a Tibetan monk on a juice cleanse? Wish there were practical, science-backed tools for staying sane without needing to give up your day job, personality, or will to live? You’re in the right place. The No-Nonsense Guide to Mindfulness and Meditation isn’t your typical “just breathe and manifest your best self” fluff-fest.

Meditation allows you to take a break from all the noise, all the action, and all of the constant stress that is surrounding you. Take a minute and quiet your mind so that your soul can speak to you. The objective of meditation is just that - to dim the lights and dull the noise just enough for you to allow your truest self to shine through like a beacon, so that you can remember why you are here, and who you want to be. Practical Meditation for Beginners starts by helping you focus your attention through a process of thought organization.

Embark on a transformative journey with 365 Reflections from the Qur'an, Hadith, and Islamic Philosophy, a daily guide to spiritual growth, personal development, and living a life of purpose. This powerful collection draws from the timeless wisdom of the Qur'an, the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and the profound insights of Islamic philosophers like Ali ibn Abi Talib. Each day offers a unique reflection with deep spiritual meaning, practical applications for modern life, and actionable steps to help you navigate challenges, build stronger relationships, and cultivate ...

Pain, suffering, and stress can be intolerable - but it doesn't have to be this way. Mindfulness for Health reveals a set of simple practices that you can incorporate into daily life to relieve chronic pain, suffering and stress. Clinical trials show that mindfulness meditation is at least as effective as the most commonly prescribed painkillers and can be more powerful than morphine. Mindfulness can also significantly reduce the anxiety, depression, irritability, exhaustion and insomnia that can arise from chronic pain and illness.

In From Survival to Revival, Mike Manuel offers a lifeline to those feeling spiritually depleted, disconnected, or stuck in patterns of spiritual drift. With compassionate insight drawn from his own experiences and years of pastoral ministry, Manuel provides a practical roadmap for rekindling your relationship with God and discovering renewed purpose.

You are the daughter of the highest King; chosen and anointed. The reason you don’t feel that way is because of the trauma, labels and lies the world has placed on you. The devil knows your worth, identity and purpose and that’s why he’s afraid of you finding it out. He’s been after you for generations; plotting, planning and scheming against you. The devil has held you in the Valley without authority for far too long.

Discover why people like Russell Simmons Jr., Jennifer Aniston, Phil Jackson, and Brad Pitt all incorporate the life-changing practice of Buddhism into their lives. Mindfulness meditation is everywhere these days, from the therapy couch to the Google campus, from prisons to athletic events.

Do you feel like you lack the will to live? Do you feel detached from the world around you and unable to reconnect with your friends and family? Have you tried countless techniques to relieve depression and anxiety but seem to be able to it? If so, the Chakra Healing for Beginners: Practical Guide for Beginners to Learn Chakra Self-Healing Techniques and Unlock Chakras and Energy is the right book and will show you how to examine your chakra system and find out which places in your body have stored excess energy.

Meditate: Meditation for Beginners is an in depth exploration of meditations beginnings in both Eastern and Western culture and how it continues to evolve in the modern world. The profound experience of meditation is intimate, demanding solitude and the proper frame of mind. Through visualizations, sound therapy, and mantras you will discover hidden truths about yourself and develop into a more well-rounded person. Feel the stress roll off your shoulders as your mind and spirit are cleansed with the healing capabilities meditation offers.

Outreach to those who struggle with same-sex attraction is severely lacking in most churches. As a result, most Christians learn more about homosexuality from movies, the internet, television, and so-called diversity training than they learn in their own congregations. Many people who struggle with same-sex attraction are torn by the debate while yearning to hear the redemptive truth of the Bible and be touched by the unyielding love of Christ. Author Bill Campbell believes that Christians can have a significant positive influence on how the larger culture frames the issue of same-sex attraction. He combines twenty years of study with current surveys and research by national leaders of ministries to homosexuals.

Chris and Jamie Johnson wrote A Little Book for a Bold Marriage on the firm belief that marriage is a gift from God, and is capable of providing enormous blessing and happiness. Creating and maintaining a strong, healthy marriage should be a top priority in our lives. This amazing, love-filled marriage is absolutely possible FOR YOU if you’re willing to work for it!

As a Christian parent, you want your children to develop good character and godly wisdom. But how do you go beyond hoping and praying to teaching them ethical knowledge, practical skills, and virtuous habits? This innovative guide provides practical, effective ideas you can use to help your children build their faith and character in 50 ways, including engaging with the Bible and culture, interacting with God and others, making good decisions, becoming better learners, and managing conflict.

A comprehensive and practical handbook of stories, counsel, suggestions, and projects covering all the major responsibilities and relationships involved in serving as a staff member in today’s church.

This is the most important book I have ever written or will ever write. There can be no greater need today than to disciple Christians one-on-one to obey Jesus Christ as Lord. The Great Commission is the fulfillment of the Great Commandment. To love is to obey, and to obey Jesus is to make disciples of all nations. Making disciples one-on-one is very simple, but it will cost you your life. Making disciples one-on-one is very powerful. You get to impart and teach Christians everything the Lord has commanded you. What a great advantage this is for new believers.

Discover how to harness your creative potential and turn your art into magic. In The Magic of Art, Taylor Ellwood shares how art can become a potent magical tool in your spiritual practice. You will learn how to combine sacred art with practical magic to get consistent results that transform your life. Best of all you don't need to be a talented artist to use art magic. All you need to do is pick up the paint brush, pencil, clay, etc., and start creating art that allows you to embody your magic and generate real results that change your life.