Self Wisdom

Amritabindu Upanishad by Santonu Kumar Dhar “The mind is the cause of both bondage and liberation.” With this profound assertion, the Amritabindu Upanishad distills the timeless wisdom of the Vedas into a concise and powerful message: true liberation lies within. In this carefully crafted edition, Santonu Kumar Dhar—author, translator, and scholar of Indian philosophy—presents the Amritabindu Upanishad in its original Sanskrit, accompanied by transliteration, word-by-word breakdown, and accessible English translation. Each verse is further illuminated through insightful commentary ...

From the moment she nearly drowned in a tank of cold water at the age of three, Ingrid Honkala was aware of other dimensions of life than those most of us normally experience. She was also gifted with the wise input of mysterious “Beings of Light” who gave her invaluable insights and assistance as she faced the challenges of growing up, falling in love, and finding her professional destiny as a research scientist and oceanographer.

Lessons from Marcus Aurelius: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life What can a Roman Emperor from 2,000 years ago teach us about resilience, discipline, and inner peace? Marcus Aurelius, one of the greatest Stoic philosophers, left behind Meditations, a collection of profound insights on how to navigate life's struggles with wisdom and strength. In Strength in the Storm, we explore his most powerful teachings and how they apply to modern challenges—stress, success, adversity, and personal growth. This book distills 25 key Stoic lessons, revealing how to cultivate mental clarity, emotional ...

Be It Until You Become It is a life-changing guide for personal empowerment that combines ancient wisdom and modern-day neuroscience. Natasha Graziano’s approach encourages listeners to eliminate their inner blockages and create a life beyond their wildest dreams. Her writing cites some of the world’s leading experts and ancient philosophers, who present insightful answers to humanity’s most asked questions.

For three decades Dan Millman - author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior - has included stories and anecdotes in his numerous books. Some are from the Zen or Sufi or Jewish traditions. All contain wit, wisdom, and embedded lessons for living.

In her groundbreaking book, Karen Allen shares her highly acclaimed Stop & Shift system, a mental strength training exercise that will help you trade your default state of negativity and discontent for a resilient mindset grounded in purpose and passion.

Feeding the Wolf Within: How to Recreate Your Life Using Ancient Tools That Go Beyond Shamanism delves into the powerful and transformative practices of ancient cultures, offering readers a unique and holistic approach to personal growth and self-discovery. Drawing on the wisdom of shamanism and other indigenous traditions, the Companion Workbook teaches readers how to tap into the profound healing and transformational energies of the natural world. In this Companion Workbook, you’ll discover: A toolbox of global shamanic traditions to help you create more harmony, balance and joy in your...

The quotes in this book are the harvest of more than half a century spent studying and working at the boundary of spirituality and psychotherapy. We cannot heal deeply unless we find some spiritual basis for our lives. These quotes can help us build a bridge between these two realms. “Have you ever wished that someone would curate a book of profound, witty, astute, arresting quotes that you can peruse at breakfast, peek at on your way to a nap, forage for a presentation, or memorize before taking a walk on the beach? Well, here it is—a book that abounds with the bright lights of the ...

Discover the ancient wisdom that's transforming lives in today's chaotic world. "Zen Buddhism: A Primer" by David Tuffley, PhD, offers a refreshing path to inner peace and clarity amidst the noise of modern life. Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or searching for deeper meaning? This book might be the answer you've been seeking. Dr. Tuffley, an esteemed scholar with over three decades of experience in comparative religion, presents Zen Buddhism in a way that's both authentic and accessible. This isn't just another self-help book; it's a comprehensive guide to a profound philosophy that...

El Dao de Jing o Libro del Tao, que compila los versos del filósofo chino Lao Zi, es una de las obras cumbre de la sabiduría oriental. Wayne W. Dyer se propone aquí hacer más accesible las enseñanzas ancestrales del taoísmo a fin de que podamos aplicarlas a nuestra vida cotidiana: es una nueva manera de pensar en un mundo que necesita recuperar sus aprendizajes más antiguos.

A successful Black woman in media, Bee Quammie often finds herself being cast as a role model for young women—and especially Black women and other women of colour. But Bee has never quite been comfortable with the idea of being a role model for the next generation. Who is she to suggest anyone live the way she has? Follow a certain path? Who says the path she followed is the “right” one—that there even is a “right” one?

Are you sick and tired of hurting yourself and your relationships? Have you tried endless methods but nothing seems to work for more than a few weeks? Do you finally want to say good-bye to figuring out who you are and why you are stuck in the same place? Do you want to discover something that works for you? If so, you’ve come to the right place. You see, knowing yourself doesn’t have to be difficult. Even if you’ve done assessments. In fact, it’s easier than you think.

How Rich Asians Think follows the chapter outline of the original Think and Grow Rich. Each chapter begins with the author's modern interpretation of the key points found in Napoleon Hill's original text. Then, the author shares success stories and examples from his interviews with Asian and non-Asian leaders relating to each principle of individual achievement. The author connects these stories and examples to Hill's key points in a short summary before leaving you with inspirational quotes exclusively from notable Asians.

We know that they prayed, sang, and wore long robes, but what was it really like to be a monk? Though monastic living may seem unimaginable to us moderns, it has relevance for today. This book illuminates the day-to-day of medieval European monasticism, showing how you can apply the principles of monastic living, like finding balance and peace, to your life. With wit and insight, medievalist and podcaster Daniele Cybulskie dives into the history of monasticism in each chapter and then reveals applications for today.

With a foreword by Napoleon's grandson, Dr. J.B. Hill, and introductory comments by Don Green, Director of The Napoleon Hill Foundation, and personal letters from family members and Senator Jennings Randolph, this fascinating exploration of the speeches given by the pioneer of the personal development movement is packed with a wealth of information. It is a revealing look at one man's quest for understanding why some men succeed, why others do not, and what makes success something that can be replicated.

Digging deep into her strengths, her failures and her losses, Jann Arden brings us an inspiring account of how she has surprised herself, in her fifties, by at last becoming completely her own person. Like many women, it took Jann a long time to realize that trying to be pleasing and likeable and beautiful in the eyes of others was a loser's game. Letting it rip, and damning the consequences, is not only liberating, it's a hell of a lot of fun: "Being the age I am—that so many women are—is just the best time of my life."

The present selection of quotations from the varied works of Sri Ramana Maharshi is a welcome addition to the literature of Sri Ramana Maharshi. Though Sri Bhagavan has repeatedly said in His authenticated publications and in reply to enquirers that the method of “Enquiry” i.e., “Who am I?” is the easiest and the most direct path leading to salvation, yet He has also nowhere and at no time deprecated other methods and paths, Karma Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga and so on, as will be seen from his reply to a query under the head “Self-realization”.

365 Quotes to Live Your Life By will be more focused than other quote books, allowing you to keep your mind on what is most important and helping you produce real and long-lasting positive changes in your life. This collection of great quotes comes from a diverse range of great people - men and women from the East to the West, from ancient to modern times, from artists to philosophers to scientists to entrepreneurs, and more.

Discover the path to true clarity and inner peace with The Surangama Sutra for Beginners: A Path to Inner Clarity and Wisdom—a powerful guide crafted to transform how you see yourself, your mind, and the world around you. In this accessible interpretation, you’ll find: A Blueprint for Self-Mastery The Surangama Sutra isn’t just a text; it’s a roadmap to inner freedom and insight. This book breaks down the essential teachings of the sutra, providing practical steps to overcome distraction, anxiety, and the constant pull of everyday stresses. With each page, discover how to calm the ...

In Secrets of the Great Rainmakers you'll learn how to outsmart the competition and set yourself apart from the pack. In over 50 interviews with industry leaders from a wide variety of fields, best-selling author Jeffrey J. Fox will share the proven techniques and hard-won wisdom that have helped great rainmakers get ahead, along with his trademark brand of counterintuitive insight and commentary that have made his books so popular.