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Nietzsche is a major figure in Western philosophy. His work is radical, sometimes violent, often ironic; it fascinates anyone bold enough to delve into it, exerted a profound influence on modern intellectual history, and covers a wide range of subjects. Nietzsche's writings borders on the poetic; his aphorisms are particularly well-known for conveying all the radicalism of his thinking in an intense but light, sometimes amusing manner.

The modern understanding of what it means to be stoical is never showing any form of outward emotion regardless of all circumstances, good or bad, and indeed not having any emotions whatsoever. The entire species of the Vulcans in the popular science fiction franchise Star Trek exemplifies the popular definition. But it's easy to recognize an absence of outward emotion as not necessarily being a good thing.

Rosenberger brings together ideas from philosophy and cognitive science to leverage a postphenomenological perspective that reveals how our smartphones make us such bad drivers. Reviewing decades of empirical studies in cognitive science, he shows that we have developed habits of perception regarding our compulsive technology use—habits that may wrest our attention away from the road.

"Ecce Homo: Cómo se llega a ser lo que se es", es una obra autobiográfica del propio Nietzsche, escrita en 1888, poco antes de su colapso mental. En este texto, Nietzsche reflexiona sobre su vida, su filosofía y el significado de sus obras. La obra está compuesta por varios capítulos, cada uno dedicado a un aspecto de su vida o a sus libros principales. Es un texto tanto de autoanálisis como de autopromoción, en el que Nietzsche utiliza un tono irónico, provocador y a veces mesiánico. En el prólogo Nietzsche plantea la pregunta "¿Cómo se llega a ser lo que se es?

Are you ready to shatter the illusions of reality and glimpse the infinite expanse within? From the depths of quantum physics to the heights of spiritual enlightenment, Unraveling the Cosmic Tapestry is a mind-bending exploration of existence. Delve into the paradoxical nature of the universe, where duality and unity coexist in a breathtaking eternal dance. Discover how consciousness, like ripples in a cosmic ocean, shapes our reality through desire and intention.

La obra Del sentimiento trágico de la vida, escrita por Miguel de Unamuno, es una de las reflexiones filosóficas más intensas y personales de la literatura hispana. Aunque no fue concebida como un libro de autoayuda en el sentido tradicional, sus páginas contienen una profunda invitación a la introspección, al crecimiento espiritual y a la búsqueda de sentido en medio de la incertidumbre. Desde una perspectiva existencial, el libro nos ofrece herramientas para afrontar las preguntas más fundamentales de la vida humana.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the enduring power of Epictetus’ Stoic philosophy, brought to life by the strong, masculine voice of a rugged outdoors philosopher, also known as "the rucking philosopher." This audiobook isn’t just a recitation—it’s a bold journey into the timeless lessons of resilience, inner strength, and true freedom.

In his lifetime, Ralph Waldo Emerson was the most widely known man of letters in America, establishing himself as a prolific poet, essayist, popular lecturer, and advocate of social reforms. He was considered one of the great orators of the time, and his enthusiasm and respect for his audience enraptured crowds. As a poet and philosopher, he led the Transcendentalist movement, which professes the belief that everything in ouf world is a microcosm of the universe, and in the infinitude of individual man.

On a clear May afternoon at the end of his junior year at Harvard, Howard Axelrod played a pick-up game of basketball. In a skirmish for a loose ball, a boy's finger hooked behind Axelrod's eyeball and left him permanently blinded in his right eye. A week later, he returned to the same dorm room, but to a different world. A world where nothing looked solid, where the distance between how people saw him and how he saw had widened into a gulf.

In Thoreau’s God, Richard Higgins invites seekers—religious or otherwise—to walk with the great Transcendentalist through a series of meditations on his spiritual life. Thoreau offers us no creed, but his writings encourage reflection on how to live, what to notice, and what to love. Though his quest was deeply personal, Thoreau devoted his life to communicating his experience of an infinite, wild, life-giving God.

Refining your critical thinking skills allows you to use your time efficiently, sift through irrelevant information, and prioritize resources for optimal results. You'll discover innovative problem-solving approaches, move beyond conventional methods, and improve your communication, reasoning, and logic. Empathy and understanding for others' perspectives will become second nature.

“In wildness is the preservation of the world.” Here are three of Thoreau’s most famous talks brought together in one volume. “Walking,” “Autumnal Tints,” and “Wild Apples” are all autumn essays—contemplative, deliberate, and insightful. They are profound reflections on nature, beauty, and our place in the world. In 1862, during Thoreau’s last weeks, he received a request from The Atlantic Monthly’s new editor, James Fields, to submit some of his work. These three were all published that year, after his death

Exploring Inner Consciousness: A Practical Guide to Expanding Awareness Unlock the full potential of your mind and transform your life with Exploring Inner Consciousness: A Practical Guide to Expanding Awareness. This groundbreaking book offers a powerful and accessible journey into the depths of self-awareness, revealing how understanding consciousness can lead to greater clarity, creativity, and control over your life. Discover how to: Understand the nature of consciousness and its role in shaping your reality.

Nicht nur die griechische Stoa, sondern auch einige Linien und Erinnerungen des stoischen Denkens sollen mit diesem Hörbuch angesprochen und dargestellt werden. Als Leitmotiv gilt dabei der stoische Weise, dessen Freiheit darin besteht, seine eigene Einstellung zu den Ereignissen zu bestimmen, statt diese selbst verändern zu wollen. Gerade in der Affirmation des Fatums oder Fern-bestimmten-es-Muss entledigt er sich des Zwangscharakters und gewinnt eine innere Haltung, die man als frei bezeichnen kann.

A study of the spiritual practices developed by the nineteenth-century American Transcendentalist movement and a case for their necessity today.

In "Black Africa: The Economic and Cultural Basis for a Federated State," Senegalese scholar Cheikh Anta Diop boldly calls for the unification of Black African nations. He argues that colonial borders fractured regions with shared cultures and economies, hindering progress. Diop proposes a unified state for greater global influence, emphasizing cultural revival and a common African language.

Plants are commonly considered immobile, in contrast to humans and other animals. But vegetal existence involves many place-based forms of change: stems growing upward, roots spreading outward, fronds unfurling in response to sunlight, seeds traveling across wide distances, and other intricate relationships with the surrounding world. How do plants as sessile, growing, decaying, and metamorphosing beings shape the places they inhabit, and how are they shaped by them?

This book will assist us back to finding our path, road, and way towards living as heart-mind enlightened humans once again. However, this is exactly why we are being called now to utilize our greatest "discernment" so that we may finally separarte the wheat from the chaff, the good from the evil, the Heart-Mind Enlightened from the anti-Enlightened.

Birth of a Community: A Love Letter to Black America is a powerful tribute to the strength, beauty, and resilience of Black America. Blending personal stories, historical reflections, and cultural insight, the author paints a vivid portrait of Black American life while confronting systemic struggles and injustices. Yet, the book remains deeply rooted in hope, unity, and the richness of Black American heritage. The author challenges the misnomer of "The Black Community," offering concepts grounded in community development and racial identity research.

This thought-provoking book challenges traditional religious beliefs, exploring how the principles of cosmic evolution can provide a fulfilling and meaningful framework for understanding our place in the universe. Vander Maas delves into the science of evolution, demonstrating how it reveals a profound and awe-inspiring story of interconnectedness and purpose. Through compelling arguments and scientific evidence, Vander Maas shows how evolution offers a more profound and meaningful explanation for our existence than traditional religious doctrines.