Download or read book Stillness Is the Key written by Ryan Holiday and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-10-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller & Wall Street Journal Bestseller In The Obstacle Is the Way and Ego Is the Enemy, bestselling author Ryan Holiday made ancient wisdom wildly popular with a new generation of leaders in sports, politics, and technology. In his new book, Stillness Is the Key, Holiday draws on timeless Stoic and Buddhist philosophy to show why slowing down is the secret weapon for those charging ahead. All great leaders, thinkers, artists, athletes, and visionaries share one indelible quality. It enables them to conquer their tempers. To avoid distraction and discover great insights. To achieve happiness and do the right thing. Ryan Holiday calls it stillness--to be steady while the world spins around you. In this book, he outlines a path for achieving this ancient, but urgently necessary way of living. Drawing on a wide range of history's greatest thinkers, from Confucius to Seneca, Marcus Aurelius to Thich Nhat Hanh, John Stuart Mill to Nietzsche, he argues that stillness is not mere inactivity, but the doorway to self-mastery, discipline, and focus. Holiday also examines figures who exemplified the power of stillness: baseball player Sadaharu Oh, whose study of Zen made him the greatest home run hitter of all time; Winston Churchill, who in balancing his busy public life with time spent laying bricks and painting at his Chartwell estate managed to save the world from annihilation in the process; Fred Rogers, who taught generations of children to see what was invisible to the eye; Anne Frank, whose journaling and love of nature guided her through unimaginable adversity. More than ever, people are overwhelmed. They face obstacles and egos and competition. Stillness Is the Key offers a simple but inspiring antidote to the stress of 24/7 news and social media. The stillness that we all seek is the path to meaning, contentment, and excellence in a world that needs more of it than ever.
Download or read book The Daily Stoic written by Ryan Holiday and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-10-18 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the team that brought you The Obstacle Is the Way and Ego Is the Enemy, a daily devotional of Stoic meditations—an instant Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. Why have history's greatest minds—from George Washington to Frederick the Great to Ralph Waldo Emerson, along with today's top performers from Super Bowl-winning football coaches to CEOs and celebrities—embraced the wisdom of the ancient Stoics? Because they realize that the most valuable wisdom is timeless and that philosophy is for living a better life, not a classroom exercise. The Daily Stoic offers 366 days of Stoic insights and exercises, featuring all-new translations from the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the playwright Seneca, or slave-turned-philosopher Epictetus, as well as lesser-known luminaries like Zeno, Cleanthes, and Musonius Rufus. Every day of the year you'll find one of their pithy, powerful quotations, as well as historical anecdotes, provocative commentary, and a helpful glossary of Greek terms. By following these teachings over the course of a year (and, indeed, for years to come) you'll find the serenity, self-knowledge, and resilience you need to live well.
Download or read book A Heart of Wisdom written by Pamela Ree Pearson and published by Inspiring Voices. This book was released on 2012-10 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "God is available to you twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. He is never on vacation." - Church Sign Saying Over thirty years ago, after Pamela Ree Pearson's church moved onto a busy Alabama highway, she was commissioned with creating sayings for the sign board meant to minister to passing motorists. On the first Sunday Pamela and her pastor husband, Michael, conducted services in their new building, the sign outside read, "Open Sundays." In A Heart of Wisdom, Pamela relies on her years of research, meticulous note-taking, and whisperings from the Holy Ghost to share a rich collection of proverbs and sayings used to adorn her church billboards for years. Grouped by relatable themes such as faith, character, love, forgiveness, and prosperity, Pamela's collection provides a wide range of pearls of wisdom meant to guide, encourage, and heal others as they seek answers to many of life's most complex questions. Life requires wisdom. A Heart of Wisdom offers inspirational guidance to help anyone interested in embarking on a fulfilling journey on the path toward understanding, empowerment, and enlightenment. "Pamela Ree Pearson has gathered and compiled proven perspectives for fl owing in the Kingdom of God from anointed men and women of God that will undoubtedly change your life." - Michael Billings, senior pastor of River Church, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Download or read book A Calendar of Wisdom written by Leo Tolstoy and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010-05-11 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of daily thoughts to nourish the soul from the world’s sacred texts by Leo Tolstoy feature gems of inspiration and wisdom—author Thomas Keneally calls this book “transcendent, and that we are grateful he lived long enough to endow us with his grand inheritance.” This is the first-ever English-language edition of the book Leo Tolstoy considered to be his most important contribution to humanity, the work of his life's last years. Widely read in pre-revolutionary Russia, banned and forgotten under Communism; and recently rediscovered to great excitement, A Calendar of Wisdom is a day-by-day guide that illuminates the path of a life worth living with a brightness undimmed by time. Unjustly censored for nearly a century, it deserves to be placed with the few books in our history that will never cease teaching us the essence of what is important in this world.
Download or read book Holiday Wisdom written by Robert A. Wilson and published by . This book was released on 2012-11-01 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wampanoag Wisdom & Pilgrim Pluck say "Happy Thanksgiving" today to all the people in the United States, in a joyous way, allowing people to unite in a bright light of love and gratitude. Because they choose to let go of their differences in order to 'break bread;' threading new understandings in the universal landscape by opening a clear blue sky filled with beautification highlighting communication. My prosperity eyes see the world as an enterprising sleigh ride to chime and rhyme in my subliminal mind; to understand I expand when I listen; I glisten with lithe canonized abilities... My Yule Tide pride opens my Christmas eyes to see my holly-jolly Christmas 'by golly ' I love my Christmas spirit...it sets free my heart's Holiday delight ...
Download or read book Holidays on Ice written by David Sedaris and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2009-05-04 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Sedaris's beloved holiday collection is new again with six more pieces, including a never before published story. Along with such favoritesas the diaries of a Macy's elf and the annals of two very competitive families, are Sedaris's tales of tardy trick-or-treaters ("Us and Them"); the difficulties of explaining the Easter Bunny to the French ("Jesus Shaves"); what to do when you've been locked out in a snowstorm ("Let It Snow"); the puzzling Christmas traditions of other nations ("Six to Eight Black Men"); what Halloween at the medical examiner's looks like ("The Monster Mash"); and a barnyard secret Santa scheme gone awry ("Cow and Turkey"). No matter what your favorite holiday, you won't want to miss celebrating it with the author who has been called "one of the funniest writers alive" (Economist).
Download or read book Discovering the Word of Wisdom written by Jane Birch and published by Fresh Awakenings. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a lively exploration of the amazing revelation known to Mormons as the “Word of Wisdom.” It counsels us how and what we should eat to reach our highest potential, both physically and spiritually. New and surprising insights are presented through the perspective of what has been proven to be the healthiest human diet, a way of eating supported both by history and by science: a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) diet. WFPB vegetarian diets have been scientifically proven to both prevent and cure chronic disease, help you achieve your maximum physical potential, and make it easy to reach and maintain your ideal weight. In this book, you’ll find the stories of dozens of people who are enjoying the blessings of following a Word of Wisdom diet, and you’ll get concrete advice on how to get started! You will discover: What we should and should not eat to enjoy maximum physical health. How food is intimately connected to our spiritual well being. Why Latter-day Saints are succumbing to the same chronic diseases as the rest of the population, despite not smoking, drinking, or doing drugs. How the Word of Wisdom was designed specifically for our day. How you can receive the “hidden treasures” and other blessings promised in the Word of Wisdom. Why eating the foods God has ordained for our use is better not just for our bodies, but for the animals and for the earth. You may think you know what the Word of Wisdom says, but you’ll be amazed at what you have missed. Learn why Mormons all over the world are “waking up” to the Word of Wisdom!
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Download or read book HOLIDAY Ultimate Collection written by Selma Lagerlöf and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-12-16 with total page 6685 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 'HOLIDAY Ultimate Collection' stands as a monumental anthology, encompassing a vast array of literary styles and themes. From the timeless magic of Dickens' Christmas to the provocative depths of Dostoevsky's existential musings, the collection offers a rich tapestry of holiday narratives that span the gamut of human emotion and experience. It is a compendium that not only celebrates the festive spirit but also explores the profound questions of faith, hope, and redemption that often accompany the season. Highlighting classics such as Shakespeare's poetic finesse and the whimsical tales of Beatrix Potter, this anthology provides readers with a unique exploration of holiday literature through the ages, celebrating both the diversity and the universality of the human condition. The contributing authors of the 'HOLIDAY Ultimate Collection' bring together a remarkable blend of cultural and literary backgrounds, each adding their distinctive voice to the choir of holiday celebrations. The editors have masterfully curated works from luminaries such as Tolstoy, Shakespeare, and Yeats, alongside lesser-known yet equally compelling authors like Ewing and Sedgwick. This collective effort bridges various literary movements and historical periods, from the romanticism of Wordsworth to the realism of Twain, offering a panoramic view of the cultural and social dimensions of holiday literature. The anthology not only serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling during festive times but also provides insight into the evolving nature of holiday traditions and reflections across different epochs and geographies. 'HOLIDAY Ultimate Collection' is an indispensable volume for readers seeking to immerse themselves in the rich literary traditions of the holiday season. It invites scholars and enthusiasts alike to traverse the snowy paths of nineteenth-century England, the celebratory fires of medieval Europe, and the serene, starlit nights that have inspired poets and writers for centuries. This collection not only promises a delightful reading experience filled with wonder and nostalgia but also offers a profound educational journey through the history of holiday literature. It beckons readers to embrace the spirit of the season with an open heart and a keen mind, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling and the myriad ways it can illuminate the darkest of winters.
Download or read book The Daily Stoic Journal written by Ryan Holiday and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-11-14 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful daily journal to lead your journey in the art of living--and an instant WSJ bestseller! For more than two thousand years, Stoic philosophy has been the secret operating system of wise leaders, artists, athletes, brilliant thinkers, and ordinary citizens. With the acclaimed, bestselling books The Obstacle Is the Way, Ego Is the Enemy and The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman have helped to bring the Stoicism of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus to hundreds of thousands of new readers all over the world. Now Holiday and Hanselman are back with The Daily Stoic Journal, a beautifully designed hardcover journal that features space for morning and evening notes, along with advice for integrating this ancient philosophy into our 21st century lives. Each week readers will discover a specific powerful Stoic practice, explained and presented with related quotations to inspire deeper reflection and application, and each day they will answer a powerful question to help gauge their progress. Created with a durable, Smyth-sewn binding and featuring a helpful introduction explaining the various Stoic tools of self-management, as well as resources for further reading, this is a lasting companion volume for people who already love The Daily Stoic and its popular daily emails and social media accounts. It can also be used as a stand-alone journal, even if you haven’t read the previous books. For anyone seeking inner peace, clarity, and effectiveness in our crazy world, this book will help them immensely for the next year—and for the rest of their lives.
Download or read book Aging Spirituality and Pastoral Care written by James W Ellor and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-05-13 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How can you foster spiritual growth in older people? This multidisciplinary work re-examines issues of aging with dignity and spiritual meaning. Aging, Spirituality, and Pastoral Care: A Multi-National Perspective brings together chaplains, pastors, counselors, and health care practitioners in all walks of gerontology from around the world to present a fully rounded picture of the spiritual needs and potentialities of this fast-growing population. It also includes a study of the spiritual awareness of nurses working in six different nursing homes, as well as a model for a parish nursing practice that focuses on the aged. Aging, Spirituality, and Pastoral Care addresses urgent issues for older people, including: social and spiritual isolation the wisdom of the aging the need for intimacy sexuality among older people living with dementia the spiritual dimensions of caregiving
Download or read book Rescue Us Wisdom written by Timothy D. Richard and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-03-11 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ack Cover There is a story of long ago where two moms each claimed to be a child's mother. No one knew who was telling the truth. Society was confused. The courts were confused. It wasn't until wisdom stepped in that the real mom was identified.King Solomon possessed wisdom. He was the wise king that deciphered the real mom from the imposter mom. That was then; this is now. Can the wisdom of Solomon speak into this age? This book says, "Yes."King Solomon says, "For those who find me (wisdom) find life." Doesn't everyone want life and life to the full? Some say Solomon's book of wisdom is the world's first self-help book. Rescue Us Wisdom points individuals and America toward wisdom - toward life. This book discerns the real mom from imposter mom voices in America.By wisdom, King Solomon cleared up confusion in his time. His wisdom transcends the ages to clear up confusion in America too.You'll be surprised how wisdom reveals hidden truth about the imposter mom story and likewise the Adam and Eve story. Then see how wisdom came into the world to rescue humanity. Discover the tactics of the imposter mom. Learn to recognize them in present times. Wisdom is timeless. Principles in this book are timeless.Rescue Us Wisdom aims to unify the Church and unify America. When confusion is cleared up by wisdom, then choice becomes accept wisdom or reject it. What will America do? What will each American do?Every American should read this book. No one can be rescued but by God and the wisdom he spoke into life. Step into the wisdom of King Solomon. Learn from his dad, King David and someone else in their lineage, King Jesus.
Download or read book A Guide to Stoicism written by St. George Stock and published by The Floating Press. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the most influential schools of classical philosophy, stoicism emerged in the third century BCE and later grew in popularity through the work of proponents such as Seneca and Epictetus. This informative introductory volume provides an overview and brief history of the stoicism movement.
Download or read book Wisdom Walk written by Sage Bennet, PhD and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2010-10-06 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After experiencing a crisis of faith, Sage Bennet looked to the practices of the world’s religions for help. In Wisdom Walk, she beautifully outlines nine of these teachings, making them accessible without diminishing them, while exploring the essential beliefs of each tradition. From Hinduism: Create a home altar. From Buddhism: Meditate and find peace. From Islam: Surrender to prayer. From Christianity: Forgive yourself and others. From Judaism: Make time for the Sabbath. From Native American spirituality: Let nature be your teacher. From Taoism: Go with the flow. From New Thought: Catch God’s vision of your life. From all traditions: Offer yourself in service to others. Wisdom Walk provides a simple, easy-to-follow guide for bringing the world’s spiritual traditions into your own life through practical, powerful rituals.
Download or read book Christmas Joy and Magic to Everyone written by E. Solberg and published by Compass. This book was released on 2014-11-14 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take some silent moments, indulge yourself, with joyful and magical Christmas quotes. When preparing for Christmas, during Christmas or even after the holiday, silent moments with great Christmas quotes can give joyful, inspirational and sometimes magical moments. Even reading out loud will spread the Christmas spirit, joy and magic to your loved ones and increase the Christmas feeling where ever you live. It will give you the opportunity to look at the holiday from new perspectives, give your mind insight and "food for thoughts." Quotes are unique as they describe how we feel and think, perhaps even give us some new values. Christmas is a wonderful time, but it is also a time when many people do feel depressed due to the challenges they face. This book of great Christmas quotes is also meant to bring hope, inspire and uplift in the holiday time. Let yourself be entertained and delighted as you discover the many facets of Christmas wisdom and experience stated by known, less known and unknown people. Some even born many years ago with life-long wisdom. Some quotes are more religious and they offer a reminder of why we celebrate the birthday of Jesus Christ. Find your own favorite quotes and enhance your holiday greetings to friends and family either you send them by Christmas card (it is still very nice to receive those!), text-messages, e-mail or in social media. Is scrapping your hobby? Quotes are also a joyful way to add a magical touch to your Christmas scrapping, and thus, you will find joyful and magical holiday quotes easily here. Enjoy this book, "Christmas Joy and Magic to Everyone," to put you in a Christmas state of mind and to remember the meaning of the Christmas holiday. Use the quotes, and whichever you use, you will add joy and inspiration to others during the holiday. Spread the Christmas spirit, joy and magic to Everyone! Have a joyful, inspirational ride with the great Christmas quotes below. "Christmas is doing a little something extra for someone" - Charles Schulz Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Download or read book Unity written by and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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