World Wisdom

Nikos Pappas deciphers the teachings of foundational Greek philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, and shows you how their principles can revolutionize your everyday life. From ethical dilemmas and personal growth to the quest for a fulfilling life, this book offers practical insights for anyone looking to navigate the modern world with the wisdom of the ancients.

Before her death at 110, the pianist Alice Herz-Sommer was an eyewitness to the entire last century and the first decade of this one. She had seen it all, surviving the Theresienstadt concentration camp, attending the trial of Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem, and along the way coming into contact with some of the most fascinating historical figures of our time. As a child in Prague, she spent weekends and holidays in the company of Franz Kafka (whom she knew as “Uncle Franz”), and Gustav Mahler, Sigmund Freud, and Rainer Maria Rilke were friendly with her mother.

The world is changing right in front of our eyes. And it often feels like there is very little we can do about it. Perhaps you are searching for guidance and support with the challenges you find yourself facing each day. Or maybe you find yourself worrying about the future for yourself or society. Whatever the case, this book is a must-listen.

Do you feel as though you are living in a constant state of uncertainty? According to Mark Klein, author of Wisdom from the Aerial View, life doesn’t have to be so stressful. What if a shift in perspective could remove the constant simmer of anxiety about our current challenges and energize you to become an agent of positive and universal change? This intriguing proposition is at the heart of this astonishing new book, in which the physician and philosopher shares the tools, vision, and perspective we need to activate our personal power and catalyze a brighter future.

It seems we are always one step behind the life we truly want to live. We often swing between two seemingly opposite poles of experience: on the one side is isolation, anxiety, confusion, fear; and on the other side is unity, clarity, joy, enthusiasm, and energy. Beyond both is magical living, pointed to by such signs as serendipity, synchronicity, transcendence, grace, intuition. How can we can neutralize habitual, conditioned patterns of knowledge and perception?

More than 20 years ago, Jon Kabat-Zinn changed the way we thought about awareness in everyday life with his now-classic introduction to mindfulness, Wherever You Go, There You Are. He followed that up with 2005's Coming to Our Senses, the definitive book for our time on the connection between mindfulness and our well-being on every level: physical, cognitive, emotional, social, planetary and spiritual.

Stop surviving and start thriving “You are either leaving the wilderness, entering the wilderness, or are in the wilderness.” – Ron DiCianni Have you experienced one of the following: The tragic loss of a loved one? Overwhelming financial hardship? A crippling diagnosis? Shattered dreams? Where is God in the midst of it all? Closer than you think. Using Biblical examples and relevant real-life stories, authors Ron DiCianni and Lance Wubbels encourage anyone at any stage of a wilderness experience. They remind you that complete reliance on God’s unfailing love and presence will take ...

Where we are in life is actually a direct function of the kind and quality of Wisdom and Knowledge that we have and walk in. It is the man of true wisdom, who lives and walks in correct and relevant knowledge that is increasingly strong and prosperous, in both life and godliness. Now the author in this special package has accurately brought out the answer to the quest for true Wisdom and relevant Knowledge. The reader will in this book come to discover among others: The rounded meaning of wisdom and its indispensable bond with knowledge, True wisdom and its exploits in Creation, How to gain...

Ready for a fascinating adventure into the diverse world of grants, style, and travel? Introducing “Grantopoly: Mr. Grant Money’s Out-of-This-World Wisdom,” an immersive journey into the world of grants like never before. In this captivating narrative, you will embark on an adventure alongside Mr. Grant Money, where the complexities of grant acquisition are unraveled with finesse and insight. Get ready to have an unforgettable encounter with aliens and visit luxurious five-star hotels and casinos to learn valuable grant acquisition lessons.

SILVER WINNER, 2021 COVR Visionary Award, Visionary Non-fiction FINALIST, 2021 Next Generation Indie Excellence Awards This third volume is the final book in The Way Series by Catherine Grace Landry, destined to be a classic of the mind body spirit literature. The Way of the Grace-filled Heart offers us the freedom of infinite possibility. Here we greet our Soul, glimpse our vast potential, and meet the light of Source that flows upon our earthly experiences, in all directions, at all times, with no limits, borders, and boundaries. A grace-filled heart calls us to collapse the chapters of ...

The aging general Sen ‘Su wanted to be more than a killer. He wanted to be a thinker. He also wanted to teach the boy emperor, Pean ‘Fu the Innocent and the ruler of a thousand worlds, how to be a thinker. The shadow-men of Golden proved too strong. Dispirited Sen ‘Su fled to his lost home world of Terra, where he had been called Bran Tray. He returned to a home he no longer recognised and to a love that seemed lost to the mists of time. Rhainna, the young girl Bran Tray had left behind was gone. Only the wrinkled old crone called the Heeler-woman remained. The boy, San Tray, came to ...

"WOW!! I didn't know that!!" - this is what I predict you will say literally hundreds of times as you listen to this book. In fact, in the humblest sort of way, I am confident that you will learn more from this book about the world we live in and interacting with our fellow human beings than you did in all your years of high school and college. I really wish someone would have given me this book before I left school and entered the real world.

¡Descubre Secretos Ancestrales que Pueden Cambiar tu Vida! Únete a un investigador escéptico, de una universidad estadounidense, mientras viaja al Himalaya, y descubre los secretos de un antiguo linaje de sanación que comenzó con el honorable médico de Buda. Durante miles de años, los más grandes sanadores del Himalaya, han estado refinando una poderosa ciencia de sanación para el tratamiento de dolencias físicas, trastornos psicológicos y desafíos espirituales.

The Stoic Way is a comprehensive and practical guide to embracing the ancient philosophy of Stoicism and cultivating resilience, wisdom, and inner peace in today's chaotic world. Whether you're new to Stoicism or a seasoned practitioner, this book is an invitation to embrace the power of Stoicism and transform your life for the better.

For our ancestors, collective intelligence was a normal part of life. We see it today as the mysterious force that enables flocks of birds, swarms of bees, and schools of fish to function together in perfect synchrony, communicating and cooperating at some undetectable level. At its most subtle, it’s an instantaneous knowing, shared by members of a group, of the wisest course of action that will benefit all.

As a businessman, international economic consultant, and founder of Project C.U.R.E., Dr. Jackson's experiences in economics and world travel have uniquely equipped him to meet the challenges of the sophisticated world of international compassion and local deeds of goodness: "I would particularly like to express our gratitude for the donation of 10 million dollars' worth of medical supplies to Rwanda...you have let God's will be done through your service to Project C.U.R.E." (Rwanda President Paul Kagame, following the heartbreaking genocide)

Our political and religious leaders have failed us. Despotism is on the rise. Countries teeter on the brink of war, and others smolder within, threatening nuclear standoffs that rattle a world that seems to be spinning out of control. Self-interest and greed hobble our abilities to stand up against these growing threats. Scribes of the Tribe: Our Greatest Thinkers on Religion and Ethics offers a timely compilation of quotes from Aristotle to Gandhi, interwoven with commentary by the author and a Catholic lay brother. It invites you to contemplate your beliefs, challenge what you’ve been ...

Rediscover Timeless Stoicism: Pathways to Resilience and Fulfillment In a world filled with distractions, chaos, and emotional turbulence, ancient Stoic philosophy provides a beacon of hope and clarity. The Stoic Path - Timeless Wisdom for the Modern World by Dylan Winton takes you on a transformative journey through the profound insights and practical exercises of Stoicism, tailored for the modern individual. This book is both a theoretical exploration and a hands-on guide to cultivating a resilient and purpose-driven life. The teachings of Stoicism are more than just maxims from ancient ...

Welcome to "Cultivating Wisdom in the Modern World," the fifth book in the Hecate's Virtues series. In this book, we embark on a transformative journey to explore the profound importance of wisdom in our personal growth, interpersonal relationships, and societal well-being. Guided by the wisdom of the goddess Hecate, we delve into the timeless wisdom traditions and discover practical ways to cultivate wisdom in the context of our modern lives.

Drawing on life lessons from management legend Peter Drucker, journalist and scholar Bruce Rosenstein shows knowledge workers how personal and professional diversification is the key to navigating our "flat world" of zero job security, information overload, portable skills, and 24/7 work expectations.