Self Philosophy

Welcome to a fascinating collection of 30 essays that will tickle your brain with intriguing facts and thought-provoking perspectives. This book is part of an epic 50-volume series spanning diverse topics from science and philosophy to creativity and adventure in which I use AI to find answers to the questions that keep me awake at night. In these pages, we'll explore an eclectic range of subjects, from the history of hats and wigs to the nature of intelligence in animals. Why do we laugh? What exactly happens when we blush? How do deep sea creatures find a mate? This book delves into these...

Do you ever feel like a failure? Enter widely acclaimed observer of daily life Professor Joe Moran, not to tell you that everything will be all right in the end, but to reassure you that failure is an occupational hazard of being human. It's the small print in life's terms and conditions. Covering everything from examination dreams to fourth-placed Olympians, If You Should Fail is about how modern life, in a world of self-advertised success, makes us feel like failures, frauds and imposters.

"You have been carrying this weight for too long. Isn’t it time to let go?" What if you already have the answers you're looking for, just waiting to be discovered? What if you never had to carry the weight you do—your regrets, your anxieties, your desire for something more—in the first place? In the Silence of Letting Go: Zen Tales of Awakening is a compilation of timeless and thought-provoking tales, all of which are designed to assist you in letting go of the things that are holding you back and entering a life of calm, clarity, and effortless flow. These tales, which draw ...

Millions of people have gained strength and support from the healing imagery workshops and bestselling books and tapes of Dr. Bernie Siegel, world-famous expert on physical and spiritual healing. Now his soothing voice and inspiring words are effectively combined with music in his compelling Personal Reflections and Mediations.

Self-Reliance is an essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson, a prominent American philosopher and essayist from the 19th century. Published in 1841, the essay explores the concept of individualism and the importance of trusting one's own instincts and beliefs. Emerson advocates for the rejection of conformity and societal expectations, encouraging readers to rely on their own intuition and inner convictions. The essay is a powerful call to embrace self-reliance as a means of personal growth and fulfillment, promoting the idea that true wisdom arises from individual experience and authenticity.

When Reed and Olive left home, they never imagined they’d find themselves questioned, searched, and thrown to the ground by police looking for suspects in recent crimes. As their worst fears become reality, they must find a way to prove their innocence and make it home safe once again.

ACTA NON VERBA: Deeds, not words If your to-do lists are overflowing and your ambitions feel stalled, this book hands you the engine, the map, and the ignition key. Bestselling author Kevin L. Michel (Moving Through Parallel Worlds to Achieve Your Dreams) distills timeless wisdom—from Stoic emperors and Samurai swordsmen to modern behavioral science, into an unshakable, two-part system: Forge the Inner Engine Master focus, build unbreakable habits, and keep a calm edge under pressure. Wield the Outer Impact Cut through digital noise, lead by visible example, and design legacies that ...

Everyone deplores narcissism, especially in others. The vain are by turns annoying or absurd, offending us whether they are blissfully oblivious or proudly aware of their behavior. But are narcissism and vanity really as bad as they seem? Can we avoid them even if we try? In Mirror, Mirror, Simon Blackburn, the author of such best-selling philosophy books as Think, Being Good, and Lust, says that narcissism, vanity, pride, and self-esteem are more complex than they first appear and have innumerable good and bad forms.

Sabiduría persuasiva y directo al grano para superar cualquier reto que la vida nos lanza, del autor de Dejade hacer pendejadas, un bestseller del New York Times.

This is not really a book about religion, but rather a philosophy of life, based in part on Christianity, but whose teachings can be found in other religions as well, and which can be practiced by all including those who don't believe in any particular religion. This philosophy has changed my life, and I hope that it will also do the same for you!

Del mismo modo en que las nubes oscurecen por momentos la capacidad iluminadora del sol, las emociones y aflicciones del cuerpo y de la mente —la ofuscación, el deseo ansioso, la insatisfacción, el rencor, el miedo o la envidia— pueden alterar temporalmente la esencia de lo que somos en realidad.

The Teacher’s Tao Te Ching: A Path of Presence and Practice in the Classroom This is not a typical book on teaching. It doesn’t offer tips, checklists, or classroom hacks. Instead, it offers something deeper: a way to return to yourself. Inspired by the ancient Tao Te Ching, this modern interpretation invites teachers to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the heart of their work. Each verse offers a quiet moment of insight—something to carry into your day, your lesson, or your life. Written in a voice that is clear, calm, and compassionate, The Teacher’s Tao Te Ching speaks to ...

Whether on the job or at home, we've all yearned for a way to simplify our lives and become more organized. In A Simpler Way, authors Margaret J. Wheatley and Myron Kellner-Rogers use the latest scientific research to develop new structures to help us become more cooperative, creative, and free. By simplifying our individual worlds, Wheatley and Kellner-Rogers explain that we will inevitably increase our self-assurance, resulting in a continuous cycle of creativity, accomplishment, and learning.

Discover the ancient Japanese secret ways to see joy, meaning, and purpose in every single day of your life. Ikigai, or the Japanese concept of finding your purpose, is the key to living a meaningful life. If there’s one people group who have mastered the art of living - and living well, it’s definitely the Okinawans of Japan. Famous for being the world’s longest-living people, they attribute their joy and contentment to finding their ikigai. It’s the reason why they live longer, happier, and better lives than the rest of us. So how does knowing your ikigai change your life?

"Brings the practice of spirituality to a very practical level," Deepak Chopra, author of the Seven Spiritutal Laws of Success "One of America's foremost spiritual teachers," Wayne Dyer Blue Snow is a beautiful series of essays published over the course of many years by the late, great teacher, Father Paul Keenan. Each story will inspire you to live a better life while providing practical wisdom and advice for daily living.

Written and published long before the world heard of Jeffrey Epstein and his island, this story provides a fictional lens into the world of the rich, entitled and perverse. This complex psychological murder mystery thriller packs enough twists and turns to build a country lane. Sam Butcheart has just received a pardon, so he can finally tell the attractive reporter his story. The same story the elites tried to suppress. The same story a hundred highly respected journalists would have killed fore. What were the millionaires and billionaires doing in that exclusive Grove establishment? Who ...

A Self-Help History of Western Philosophy: Discover the profound wisdom of Western philosophy and unlock the secrets to improving your life with A Self-Help History of Western Philosophy by Andrew Gross with Vadim Gershteyn. Journey through the teachings of ancient Greek philosophers, delve into the principles of Stoicism and existentialism, explore Renaissance humanism and Enlightenment rationalism, and navigate the complexities of postmodernism.

In an era defined by rapid scientific advances and shifting cultural values, many believers find themselves wrestling with questions of faith and reason. The Thinker’s Faith: Building a Christian Philosophy for Today invites readers on a journey to explore the foundations of a thoughtful, resilient Christian faith that not only withstands scrutiny but also engages meaningfully with the world. Through a blend of historical insight, theological analysis, and practical guidance, this book examines essential questions: How can faith coexist with critical thinking? What role does reason play ...

The American Scholar was a speech given by Ralph Waldo Emerson in 1837 to the Phi Beta Kappa Society of Harvard College. Emerson argues that American culture, still heavily influenced by Europe, could build a new, distinctly American cultural identity. Emerson uses Transcendentalist and Romantic points of view to explain a true American scholar's relationship to nature.

Seen in The New York Times, on CNN, FOX, VICE, and more–Social skills and relationship coach Anthony Recenello’s brash approach to life transforms the ever-present media narrative that says that you must be extroverted and dominating to achieve romantic success and find fulfillment. Characterized as “the balanced introvert”, Recenello seeks to revitalize the seemingly lost art of soft spoken charm.