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This is an ideal introduction to the ideas of a man whom many regard as the greatest thinker of our time. Here we encounter the stages in the development of his unique philosophy of consciousness, his key intellectual breakthroughs, his theory of history, and his diagnosis of the political ills of the modern age. The book provides a veritable catalog of the thinkers who created the intellectual foundation of the twentieth century.

The law of attraction is undoubtedly the most exciting and misunderstood idea to come about in a long, long time. Exciting because the promise of wealth, abundance, and prosperity is huge. Misunderstood because it isn’t being grasped in its entirety. The term law of attraction is a recent phrase for something that has been around for thousands of years.

How did the human mind emerge from the collection of neurons that makes up the brain? How did the brain acquire self-awareness, functional autonomy, language, and the ability to think, to understand itself and the world? In this volume in the Essential Knowledge series, Zoltan Torey offers an accessible and concise description of the evolutionary breakthrough that created the human mind.

For many years Josephine Moon struggled with the question of eating meat, fervently wishing to live as a vegetarian yet requiring meat in her diet. From Josephine’s philosophical, spiritual and physical battle with eating meat came, Buddhism for Meat Eaters – a book for animal lovers, the...

To Know or Not to Know is a meditation on curiosity, doubt, and the fragile brilliance of awareness—a journey through the architectures of thought toward the stillness where understanding becomes reverence.

What if the path to a meaningful life isn't about what happens to you, but how you respond? Learn to master your mindset when it matters most. The Stoic Habit offers a practical pathway to developing the strength of character needed to handle any of life's challenges with wisdom and purpose. For...

In this powerful audiobook, The Law of Attraction Manifestation Guide, spiritual teacher Damian U. Stone takes you on a guided journey through the real mechanics of manifestation—combining soul-centered insight with step-by-step techniques that are easy to follow and deeply effective.

Delve into the intellectual universe of one of the most influential thinkers of the 20th century with the "Foucault Dictionary". In this comprehensive guide, listeners are invited on an enlightening journey through the intricate web of Michel Foucault's thought and philosophy. From the labyrinthine depths of his concepts to the nuanced contexts in which they emerged; this encyclopedia offers a rich exploration of Foucault's enduring legacy.

Narrated for effortless listening and designed to inspire meaningful action—uncover the Japanese secret to a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. Are you seeking deeper purpose, balance, and lasting joy? Do you feel caught in a daily routine that lacks meaning? The answer may lie in Ikigai—an ancient Japanese philosophy that guides people toward living with fulfillment, passion, and true contentment. In The Four Pillars of Ikigai: Discover Your Purpose and Live with Joy, you’ll embark on a transformational journey to uncover what truly drives you.

In this bold and interdisciplinary journey through neuroscience, theoretical physics, and artificial intelligence, neurologist Dr. Chris Reynolds proposes a revolutionary model of consciousness: the Probability Clock. At the heart of this model lies the thalamus—a central brain structure long known for relaying sensory input. But in Reynolds’ view, the thalamus does far more: it recursively filters, times, and shapes experience itself.

Ayurveda or ayurvedic medicine is an ancient medical system. This holistic medicine was originated in India about 3,000 years ago, and it is still going strong and expanding outside of India due to its effectiveness of healing people through diet, herbal remedies, and a holistic health approach.

Una guía esencial para vivir mejor a modo de conversación con el antiguo esclavo convertido en maestro que fue Epicteto. No sabemos qué te ha llevado a sentir curiosidad por este libro. Tal vez estés pasando por una etapa con un alto nivel de estrés. Quizás sufres una gran saturación de trabajo. O estás empezando a com - prender las responsabilidades que conlleva tener un hijo. O pue - de que estés viviendo una tormenta emocional como consecuencia de una nueva relación fallida. Sea lo que sea, seguro que puedes encontrar las palabras justas dentro de la sabiduría estoica.

In a world awash with illusion and misinformation, this is a profound and practical guide towards clarity. It has philosophy for non-philosophers, hypnosis for non-hypnotists, and stories for hungry hearts. From Arizona to Madagascar, we join an intriguing journey in search of understanding via psychotherapy, storytelling, and the British Library, uncovering on our way the vulnerabilities that lurk within our language.

Die "totindoktrinierte Gesellschaft" ist die moderne Version von Platons Höhlengleichnis – nur dass die Schatten heute aus Bildschirmen, Lehrplänen und Schlagzeilen bestehen. Menschen verteidigen nicht mehr die Wahrheit, sondern ihre Fesseln. Wer es wagt, das parteipolitische Schauspiel oder die sogenannte Demokratie infrage zu stellen, trifft nicht auf Argumente, sondern auf Abwehr. Psychologisch nennt man das kognitive Dissonanz: Alles, was das gewohnte Weltbild bedroht, löst Angst aus, der Reflex ist nicht Denken, sondern Aggression.

Time governs every heartbeat, every memory, every dream of tomorrow. Yet, what is it really? A river we drift through, or a fabric we weave ourselves? In this book, Tenzin C. Trepp invites us on a journey through history, science, and culture to confront the mystery of time. From ancient civilizations and Indigenous worldviews to Einstein’s relativity and today’s cutting-edge physics, we discover that time is never just measured—it is lived, shaped, and endlessly re-imagined.

De los antiguos filósofos estoicos -Séneca, Epicteto y Marco Aurelio-, podemos aprender cómo vivir con sabiduría, templanza, justicia y valentía. La sabiduría necesaria para distinguir la realidad de nuestras interpretaciones, y así saber que no todo lo que pensamos es la verdad. Templanza para darle espacio a nuestras emociones, sin permitir que nos controlen. Justicia para reconocer lo correcto, incluso cuando somos nosotros quienes estamos equivocados. Y valentía para hacer lo que está bien, incluso cuando es difícil. En especial cuando es difícil.

Ikigai is a long-held Japanese philosophy that combines the art of enjoying life to its fullest and the science of living longer. Considered by many to be “the art of staying busy” or “the joy of having purpose,” this broad concept has been credited with helping people live longer, fuller lives. In Ikigai and the Art of Keeping Your Dreams Alive, Maya Thoresen explores the concept of ikigai and how you can apply it to your life.

In this prize-winning essay for the 2021 Bigelow Institute for Consciousness Studies essay contest, Dr. Ruickbie examines the evidence for the survival of consciousness after death (“life after death”). Initially skeptical, he found that there was sufficient evidence from a wide variety of sources, including apparitions, reincarnation, near-death experiences, after-death communication, and premonitions, that met the contest’s criteria of being “beyond reasonable doubt.”

From Shakespeare and Milton to Alan Moore and Douglas Adams, writers have striven to convey the enormity and wonder of our universe. In this enlightening three-part series, Robin Ince, aided by special guests including his fellow Infinite Monkey Cage presenter Brian Cox, appraises the great communicators past and present, who have captured our imagination and advanced our knowledge.

A little optimism goes a long way. ‘Wise, wonderful Betsy … I am blown away by her courage and wisdom.’ Fearne Cotton ‘Betsy is the most gloriously wonderful, positive, cute, inspiring girl … Her disability has become her unique ability.’ Davina McCall As she finds her way home out...