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The Spartans will be forever known as strong warriors, with a simple philosophy of life. Their heroic legacies live on through films and stories. But modern society has fallen far from them. We are now infected with worriers, wimps, and whiners. Of course, we no longer live in the days where our heads could be decapitated by an axe-wielding enemy. But there are still wars to fight. Not wars against armies, but wars against our demons and struggles. There is a lot to learn from the Spartans.

Is it true that Jesus imparted two different teachings, a secret one, exclusively meant for his apostles, and a public one, especially for the masses? Now, what exactly was this secret teaching? Why was it purposely hidden from the masses? Is there any real evidence of its existence? And how can it benefit your spiritual progress? If you would like to learn more about this secret and how it can boost your spiritual life, then get this audiobook and let your journey begin!

We all overthink. Some nights, you lay wide awake in bed and just can’t seem to switch your brain off. Don’t despair and think there is nothing you can do from here. This audiobook was written specifically to solve your overthinking problem. To begin with, we will explore the causes. Then we will show exactly how you can upgrade your thinking. Now, you could stay in bed all day watching TV, and that's just fine. But that's a below-average life, and it's not going to make you happy; you have to dare to be great! Begin now with this three-book collection!

This audiobook contains a set of selected sermons and meditations written by one of the most profound mystics and philosophers of the Middle Ages, the German Dominican monk Eckhart von Hochheim, better known as Meister Eckhart. Near the end of his life, he was accused of heresy by the Inquisition, and later trialed and convicted by Pope John XXII, who strictly forbid his teachings.

James’s life is falling apart at the seams. A dysfunctional marriage. Underemployment. Run-ins with the law. He yearns for redemption from what he’s done and from what he’s failed to do for his wife, Rebecca, and son, Jr. But after James’s latest incident, Rebecca attempts an ill-prepared adventure into the Rocky Mountains with Jr. to gather her thoughts. Things quickly escalate as contact is lost in the restricted area of the forest, and James embarks on a rescue mission.

These lessons contain all you need to start developing a super-memory today. You can try out each technique described in the book independently or only choose one or two specific ones if you like. They all work independently. If you apply its techniques, you will find the first results almost instantly! And the more you practice, the better they will get.

The basics you need, from composting to harvest, to produce more than 80% of what an average family needs for self-sufficiency using sustainable, organic farming methods. "Mini Farming: The Bible for Self-Sufficient, Sustainable Crops For Your Backyard’ guides you to a holistic approach to growing garden crops for your family – while earning additional income from the sale of the excess production.

Following the great battle in the winter country, a handful of surviving Lau, too badly wounded to travel, were left to the care of Ugaro tribesmen. Surgeon Dedicat Suelen Haras Soyauta, personal physician to the king of the summer country, can't bear the thought that injured Lau soldiers have been abandoned in the winter country, subject to who knows what barbaric medical practices, perhaps even neglect or outright abuse.

Positive Intelligence Quotient (PQ) measures to what extent your mind is serving you instead of sabotaging you. The great news is that PQ can be improved! "When I will be successful then I will be happy" is a fallacy because there is always a higher level of success that one can achieve. As soon as you get the latest XYZ then there is another thing that your heart will desire. Science reveals that happiness is the first key to achieving success. If you are happy then you will have a lot of physical and mental energy that will fuel the path to achieve your dreams.

Flesh versus spirit, good versus evil, sacred theism versus secular humanism - Hebrew calls it tob and ra. We need someone or something to help us make sense of it all. The Pentagon of Faith examines our historic perspective and helps us understand and navigate the unexpected twists and turns in our lives when we take a cue from the faith of our fathers. Their faith in God and His Son Jesus Christ shows us life is worth living.

In our ever-changing world, the need to interact has never been more important until now. As nations vie for economic and social importance in the comity of nations, friction occurs and with that comes the threat of war. And when every form of interaction dissolves, all forms of lies that negates either party abounds, anarchy reigns. The Cold War of the late 19th century and early 20th century is a testament to this fact. We need to talk, to interact more. It is from this interaction that many of the solutions to the world’s problems lies.

Everyone in the legal world is talking about litigation finance, one of the most powerful developments in decades. Billions of dollars of capital are now being invested in legal claims, as individuals and businesses get a better chance to vindicated their rights and investors get a share of potentially valuable recoveries. Advocates argue that litigation finance levels the legal playing field and makes it easier for valuable legal claims to go forward.

The book entitled Talk to Anyone is a value providing resource that is tailored towards understanding other people’s emotions, feelings, and thoughts. Our ability to empathize with other people is made possible because we could share in their pain, hurt, joy, happiness, and so on. It takes a whole lot of courage and confidence to interact and converse with others, especially when we have no idea of who they are and what they can do.

Sean, a criminal defense lawyer in Houston, represents major organized crime figures. As the attorney for a member of the Kansas City mafia, he is placed in the crosshairs of a feud within the mafia. Told from Sean’s point of view, listeners see the operation of the criminal justice system, along with the obligations and dangers of being a defense lawyer. This story reflects both the legal world and the criminal underworld.

As captain of the Iron Will, men and women alike feared me. I had the total respect of my crew of free men who had promised their lives to me and my ship in return for freedom, and the hope of riches beyond our wildest imaginations. But all good things must come to an end. Drawn to madness by some mysterious artefact, my crew turned against me, casting me aside to meet my doom with nothing but a pistol and a single shot, with which I was supposed to put an end to my miserable life. But somebody had something else in mind for me.

How do I tell someone how to get to heaven? This question is answered, and more. Be immersed in the scriptural teaching of Christian discipleship.

Deep off the coast of Cyprus at the bottom of the Mediterranean lies a secret: a recently discovered cyclopean temple that is about to turn the known history of the human race on its head.

With travel tips and culture in our guidebooks written by a local author, it is never too late to visit Antigua. Greater than a Tourist - Antigua and Lake Atitlán, Guatemala by Dita Žáková offers the inside scoop on the charming old colonial city and one of the most beautiful lakes around the world. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Greater than a Tourist series, this audiobook will give you candid travel tips from someone who has lived at your next travel destination.

"Lessons" by Dr. James Whitlock is a profound journey through the essentials of life, weaving together reflections on the beauty of breathing, the power of thought, the intricacies of movement, and more. In each chapter, Dr. Whitlock delves into the fundamentals that shape our human experience—from the physical acts of eating and speaking to the intangible bonds we share with others. Through an elegant blend of science, philosophy, and mindfulness, *"Lessons"* invites listeners to explore life’s wonders with fresh awareness and appreciation.

I have found foraging to be very fulfilling and a way of life I wish I had started earlier. Besides the fact that this way of life helps you enjoy the natural world and connect with it, it is also a way of cutting costs. This guide is just meant to help you know where to step and what to avoid in your journey of becoming a forager. This book is specifically designed for those who have an interest in foraging for wild plants in North America. The beginners will find it more rewarding. However, even if you are an ardent forager, you should also give it a shot.