Wisdom Philosophy

From America's most beloved comedic actress and the star of Desperate Housewives comes a personal, heartfelt, and often very funny manifesto on life, love, and the lessons we all need to learn, and unlearn, on the road to happiness.

The School for Broken Hearts, founded by bestselling mega-monk Haemin Sunim, provides a safe and caring space for people going through a difficult stage in life. Following on from his first two immensely successful books (where the first was about slowing down, and the second was about accepting imperfection), this time, it's about finding one's path. In this book, which offers ancient wisdom for modern living, he shows how you too can find both inner tranquillity and 'small but certain happiness', whatever burden you are carrying.

At the core of punk attitude is love—yearning for a better world where people can live in harmony and peace, free from suffering. It's the same attitude that Buddhists have, and that's why I'm a Punk Buddhist, and I'm not conflicted at all.

You see this, and then you look at the stone busts of Stoicism’s leading proponents: Seneca, Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius. All seem dour and foreboding. They may have been stern-faced gentlemen, but the fact remains, many who have incorporated Stoicism into their daily lives report that they can face life’s challenges with greater equanimity. Your Daily Dose of Stoic Wisdom is a 30-day guide to practicing the foundational tenets of Stoicism. Without being a primer on Stoic philosophy, the book is here to help you integrate its basic principles into your everyday experiences.

Learn how to overcome the worries, insecurities and fears that hold you back in this perspective-shifting book. Drawing on his years of experience as a celebrated Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh shows that by mastering the practices of mindfulness, you can learn to identify the sources of pain that cause fear and move past them to live a mindful and happy life.

Beyond the fear and chaos of contemporary life, there is good news to share. A new era is at hand: the era of sustainable superabundance. In this era, the positive potential of humanity can develop in truly profound ways. The key to this new era is to take wise advantage of the remarkable capabilities of 21st century science and technology: robotics, biotech, neurotech, greentech, collabtech, artificial intelligence, and much more. This is not a vision of returning to some imagined prior historical period - to some supposed bygone golden age.

Do you find yourself confronted with the nagging feeling that you should be doing more, making better decisions, being a better person, and wanting more out of your life? Once upon a time in Ancient China, there was a farmer with a brand-new horse. One day, his horse ran away. His neighbors gathered around him and said “It is so unfortunate for your horse to run away.”

An increasingly complex modern life requires greater insight into ancient teachings and philosophy. It also requires contemporary interpretation of the teachings of spiritual masters. This book is a unique attempt to make Buddhist teachings meaningful in the contemporary context. They are interpreted skilfully in simple language for the layman so he can identify his life situations and problems and find insightful solutions to them by adapting the teachings to his own life. A must read for those interested to know how Buddhism can give insightful solutions to real life problems.

If you're into self-help and personal development, you've most likely come across the terms stoicism and stoic philosophy a lot these days. Unlike a fancy-sounding pop psychology trend or personal development quick fix, stoicism is a powerful ancient Greek philosophy concept.

Zen Wisdom from Cats: The TAO of PURRS. Elevate your understanding of Zen and Tao with the unparalleled insights of Zen Wisdom from Cats: The TAO of PURRS. This masterful book by Nana Brontë merges ancient philosophies with the innate wisdom of our feline friends, offering a transformative guide to living a more mindful and harmonious life. Unlock Feline Wisdom for a Balanced Life: Relaxation and Presence: Discover how cats epitomize true relaxation and living in the present moment, teaching you to do the same.

Embark on a Journey of Timeless Wisdom Are you seeking a path to inner peace, balance, and harmony in your life? "Laozi for Beginners: A Guide to Daoist Thought" is your key to unlocking the profound teachings of one of the greatest philosophers of all time. Dive into the world of the Dao De Jing and discover how its ancient wisdom can transform your modern life. Discover the core principles of the Dao and how they apply to everyday living. Explore Effortless Action: Learn the art of Wu Wei, or effortless action, and understand how acting in harmony with the natural flow can lead to greater...

This compelling examination of the life and sayings of Muhammad offers the modern reader both a historical context for and a spiritual guide to the principals at the heart of the world’s second-largest religion. Drawing on the Koran and the Sunnah, this collection of quotes is organized by topic from A to Z and provides a window into the eloquence, practicality, and ethical fortitude with which Muhammad preached to his followers. Covering a diverse range of topics, from marriage and civic charity to the individual’s relationship to God and the afterlife, the Prophet’s words dispel misconceptions about the history of the faith, its leader, and its core beliefs.

"You have been carrying this weight for too long. Isn’t it time to let go?" What if you already have the answers you're looking for, just waiting to be discovered? What if you never had to carry the weight you do—your regrets, your anxieties, your desire for something more—in the first place? In the Silence of Letting Go: Zen Tales of Awakening is a compilation of timeless and thought-provoking tales, all of which are designed to assist you in letting go of the things that are holding you back and entering a life of calm, clarity, and effortless flow. These tales, which draw ...

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 ...

Medieval philosophy is primarily associated today with university-based disputations and the authorities cited in those disputations. In their own time, however, scholastic debates were recognized as just one part of wide-ranging philosophical and theological discussions. A Hidden Wisdom breaks new ground by drawing attention to another crucial component of these conversations: the Christian contemplative tradition.

While medicine and science have obviously changed enormously since the classical world, and some Greco-Roman beliefs about diet now appear hilariously off the mark, How to Eat reveals that much of their advice still resonates—and all of it is fascinating.

Is meditation an escape from - or a solution to - our psychological problems? Is the use of antidepressants counter to spiritual practice? Does a psychological approach to meditation reduce spirituality to "self-help"? What can Zen and psychoanalysis teach us about the problems of the mind and suffering?

Embarking on the profound journey of unraveling the mysteries surrounding eternal life, we delve into the depths of spiritual wisdom to explore the timeless quest for transcendence and immortality. Across cultures and throughout history, humanity has grappled with the enigmatic nature of existence, seeking to understand what lies beyond the boundaries of mortal life. Through the lens of spiritual teachings and philosophical inquiry, we embark on a quest to unveil the secrets of eternal life.

Discover the wisdom of the East through one woman’s transformative journey. When life in New York City leaves Emma feeling unfulfilled, she begins a journey that will take her across the world and through some of humanity’s most profound teachings. From the mindfulness practices of Buddhism to the harmonious living of Taoism, and the meditative simplicity of Zen, Emma immerses herself in the heart of each tradition, discovering insights that resonate far beyond her daily life. In this captivating exploration, each chapter offers a narrative-driven entry into a different Eastern ...

We live in a fast-paced world that has come to characterize the 21st century. We are bombarded with constant distractions, and silence has all but vanished from our daily schedule and practice. We are collectively exhausted, but we don’t really realize it. The exhaustion manifests in sicknesses we can’t identify, and if we can, it’s something we can’t pronounce. We batter ourselves against the daily onslaught that has become our lives.