Wisdom Philosophy

Repression, ego, analysis, neurosis - the language of psychology permeates our modern vocabulary. The brilliant observations of Sigmund Freud form not only the basis for psychoanalysis but also much of our current understanding of the human condition. This essential and approachable guide offers an A-to-Z glossary of terminology defined in Freud’s own words, including his diagnostic and treatment recommendations and his well-known works, including dream interpretation, the Oedipal complex, and the practice of psychoanalysis.

After more than forty years, Vincenzo Caretti’s account of conversations with the Scottish psychiatrist, R.D. Laing, has finally been translated from Italian into English. Earlier translations in French, German and Dutch have been out of print for quite a while. For that reason, this English translation is of special importance. It was edited by Miles Groth, the daseinsanalyst and existential analyst living in New York. For many years now a psychoanalyst, the probing questions of Caretti, who was then a young therapist in training only in his early 20s but welcomed by Laing for a week of ...

Are you seeking greater inner peace, unwavering strength, and the wisdom to navigate life's inevitable storms? "The Stoic Quote Book: 90 Meditations on Strength, Discipline, Stillness, Courage & Wisdom" offers a guiding light, presenting 90 carefully selected Stoic quotes designed to illuminate the path towards a more virtuous and resilient existence. This collection distills the profound teachings of Stoicism into digestible daily reflections, making ancient wisdom accessible and relevant for today's world. Explore the core tenets of Stoicism through meditations focused on: Strength: ...

In The First 20 Hours, Josh Kaufman offers a systematic approach to rapid skill acquisition: how to learn any new skill as quickly as possible. His method shows you how to deconstruct complex skills, maximize productive practice, and remove common learning barriers. By completing just 20 hours of focused, deliberate practice you'll go from knowing absolutely nothing to performing noticeably well. What do you want to learn?

Deep down, most people think that happiness comes from having or doing something. Here, in Alan Watts’s groundbreaking third book (originally published in 1940), he offers a more challenging thesis: authentic happiness comes from embracing life as a whole in all its contradictions and paradoxes, an attitude that Watts calls the “way of acceptance.” Drawing on Eastern philosophy, Western mysticism, and analytic psychology, Watts demonstrates that happiness comes from accepting both the outer world around us and the inner world inside us,

The impact of the autobiography wasn't limited to musicians or spiritual seekers. Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc., which became the world's most valuable company, was a big fan and went so far as to say it was one of his favourite books. Jobs first read it as a teenager and claimed to have re-read it every year since then.

Ramayana must rank as one of the most loved and revered books of all time. A part of India's ancient Vedas, it is a beautiful story of romance and adventure. It recounts the history of Rama, said be an incarnation of the Godhead, and his divine consort Sita. Filled with magic and mysticism, it entrances the listener and stirs deeply moving emotions. At the same time its profound spiritual messages leave one feeling uplifted and enriched. This is a novelization of the classic. It contains all the essential narrative of the original Sanskrit poem.

Where can you find joy? Gain strength? How should we face our fears? Deal with the death of a loved one? And what about those reoccurring depressing thoughts? While traditional schooling doesn’t address such questions, it’s exactly what ancient schools of philosophy were all about: They taught you how to live. Even though these schools don’t exist anymore, you and I and most people are in as much need of a philosophy that guides us through life as we ever were. This compelling, highly actionable guide shows you how to deal more effectively with whatever life throws at you.

Buddhism is rooted in the simple idea that you can train your mind to suffer less and flourish more. In this experiential guide, Cortland Dahl will take you on a journey through the core principles and meditation practices of the Buddhist tradition. The journey begins with teachings on the Four Noble Truths, practical observations that will help you understand the causes of unhappiness, and how you can access inner calm and deep insight through meditation.

From the vantage point of his eighth decade, Klein revisits the wisdom he relished in his youth with this collection of philosophical gems, adding new ones that strike chords with him at the end of his life. From Epicurus to Emerson and Camus to the theologian Reinhold Niebuhr - whose words provided the title of this audiobook - each pithy extract is annotated with Klein's inimitable charm and insights.

Transform your life with the ancient wisdom of Stoicism, a practical philosophy that has helped countless individuals overcome life’s challenges and find purpose. Whether you’re overwhelmed by modern stress or seeking a deeper understanding of timeless teachings, this 2-in-1 guide offers everything you need to build resilience, achieve inner peace, and master the art of Stoic living.

What if the key to solving your everyday problems was hidden in philosophy? Philosophy isn’t just for scholars or ancient thinkers—it's for anyone who wants to live with clarity, purpose, and deeper understanding. Yet, many philosophical ideas feel complex and distant from our daily lives. That’s where Breaking Philosophy comes in. In this book, I take 100 influential philosophical concepts—from ancient wisdom to modern thought—and break them down into simple, relatable analogies that apply to your everyday experiences. Whether it’s navigating relationships, making tough ...

Featuring all-new translations from the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the playwright Seneca, or the slave-turned-philosopher Epictetus, as well as translations from lesser-known luminaries such as Zeno, Cleanthes, and Musonius Rufus, The Daily Stoic provides 366 days of Stoic ideas and activities.

‘The Universe’ is the 88th philosophy book written in free verse poetry by Ronnie Lee. This book has some universal truths obtained by decoding the universe through the law of existentialism. From these insights, there are philosophical logics recorded for the reader to understand the reality of the universe. From psychology to metaphysics, religion to politics, morality to epistemology, there are revelations to the many subjects of philosophy that can be analyzed in this book of ‘existential wisdom’.

What if true wealth had nothing to do with money? This inspiring and thought-provoking book offers a profound exploration of poverty, wealth, human dignity, and the values that truly elevate a person. More than a critique of modern economics or a motivational guide, The Wealth of Being is a call to awaken your soul, reclaim your personal power, and build a life rooted in wisdom, character, and purpose. Through a powerful collection of universal reflections, timeless quotes, and original insights from thinkers like Jaime Bedoya Martínez and José Colombia, this book challenges conventional ...

For the last 50 years, I have been intrigued by the concept of wisdom. As a young boy I remember reading these words of Solomon about wisdom, "She is more precious than jewels and nothing you desire compares with her." (Proverbs 3:15) The fact that nothing in this life compares with wisdom grabbed my attention; therefore, I have been on a lifelong search to understand and to acquire it. Wisdom enables us to distinguish between those ideas in life that are true and those that are false.

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 ...

Since the beginning of time, humankind has looked upon nature and seen the divine. In the writings of the great thinkers across religions, the natural world inspires everything from fear, to awe, to tranquil contemplation; God, or however one defined the sublime, was present in everything. Yet today, even as we admire a tree or take in a striking landscape, we rarely see nature as sacred.

This work is a translation of three early Indian Vajrayana treatises from the Sanskrit by three of the early Buddhist Tantric adepts renowned as Mahasiddhas, numbering by the most accepted account eighty-four, who flourished in the medieval era of India from the 8th-12th centuries C.E. The three authors are related by guru-disciple lineal succession, though the first two Anangavajra and Indrabhuti were most likely contemporaries and the third, Laksimnkara was the sister of Indrabhuti and hence his contemporary also. The treatises expound the world-view of Tantric Buddhism, (a.k.a. as ...

This audiobook is a collection of Stoic sayings organized to allow daily reference and inspiration. The Stoic advice covered in this volume runs the gambit from personal problems, to interpersonal relationships, to advice on work and productivity, to dealing with the hand of fate.