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Sapien Ethics
- Who We Are, Why We Are Here, and How We Can Live Better
- Narrated by: Lucas Schuneman
- Length: 2 hrs and 4 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Have you ever desired to understand your purpose in this complex world? Have you ever wondered why people do the things they do? When presented with a choice, do you strive to make a sound decision?
This book is your key to discovering more about humanity's existence. It explains how our seemingly divergent goals of happiness, success, and contributing to the betterment of humankind need not conflict.
At its core, Sapien Ethics is not a self-help book. It is a guide for those who thirst for knowledge and empowerment. It is for those who believe in the overwhelming value of truth. Sapien Ethics brings the ancient philosophy of life known as Stoicism into our modern world. It combines 2,000-year-old Stoic concepts with contemporary scientific theories. Best of all, the text uses simple, everyday language to help listeners absorb these universal truths and gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be human.
The book provides a framework to understand how nature influences our daily behavior, how our minds work, and how our social connections provide us with strength. Listeners are presented with a new approach to perceiving and understanding the behaviors and actions of themselves and others. Listeners can learn to understand different situations and view them in a way that makes their lives better and supports the advancement of humanity. In addition, Sapien Ethics helps us understand how to make better choices.
Decisions make a difference in an individual's success and happiness. This book provides an opportunity to closely evaluate the choices we make and their impact on our lives. Finally, we look to the future of all humanity.