Download or read book Ordinary Sacred written by Kent Nerburn and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2012-01-31 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a hidden meaning, a hidden beauty, in life’s most ordinary moments. It is the beauty of the human heart revealed, where what we have in common is greater than what keeps us apart. If we can learn to see the beauty in these moments, whether they are in the light or in the shadow, we become witnesses to the spiritual, testimonies to the sacred. We become true artists of the ordinary, and our life becomes a masterpiece, painted in the colors of the heart. A chance encounter with a boy on a bicycle, a young girl’s graduation from eighth grade; these and other small moments are the subjects of this beautifully written collection. In elegant prose, Kent Nerburn uncovers the wonder hidden just beneath the surface of every-day life, offering poignant glimpses into the grace of ordinary days. Whether he’s describing a kite’s dance on the winds above the high New Mexico desert, a funeral on an isolated Indian reservation, or a dinnertime conversation with family and friends, Kent Nerburn is among a handful of writers capable of moving so gently over such deep waters. Ordinary Sacred reveals the hidden beauty waiting to be discovered in each and every life.

Download or read book The Hidden Beauty of Everyday Life written by Kent Nerburn and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2009-01-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Face Value written by Autumn Whitefield-Madrano and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Whitefield-Madrano ... examines the relationship between appearance and science, social media, sex, friendship, language, and advertising to show how beauty actually affects us day to day. Through ... research and interviews with dozens of women across all walks of life, she reveals surprising findings, like that wearing makeup can actually relax you, that you can convince people you're better looking just by tweaking your personality, and the ways beauty can be a powerful tool of connection among women"--Amazon.com.

Download or read book Beautiful Architecture written by Diomidis Spinellis and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2009-01-15 with total page 430 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What are the ingredients of robust, elegant, flexible, and maintainable software architecture? Beautiful Architecture answers this question through a collection of intriguing essays from more than a dozen of today's leading software designers and architects. In each essay, contributors present a notable software architecture, and analyze what makes it innovative and ideal for its purpose. Some of the engineers in this book reveal how they developed a specific project, including decisions they faced and tradeoffs they made. Others take a step back to investigate how certain architectural aspects have influenced computing as a whole. With this book, you'll discover: How Facebook's architecture is the basis for a data-centric application ecosystem The effect of Xen's well-designed architecture on the way operating systems evolve How community processes within the KDE project help software architectures evolve from rough sketches to beautiful systems How creeping featurism has helped GNU Emacs gain unanticipated functionality The magic behind the Jikes RVM self-optimizable, self-hosting runtime Design choices and building blocks that made Tandem the choice platform in high-availability environments for over two decades Differences and similarities between object-oriented and functional architectural views How architectures can affect the software's evolution and the developers' engagement Go behind the scenes to learn what it takes to design elegant software architecture, and how it can shape the way you approach your own projects, with Beautiful Architecture.

Download or read book The Beauty of Everyday Things written by Soetsu Yanagi and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2019-01-31 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The daily lives of ordinary people are replete with objects, common things used in commonplace settings. These objects are our constant companions in life. As such, writes Soetsu Yanagi, they should be made with care and built to last, treated with respect and even affection. They should be natural and simple, sturdy and safe - the aesthetic result of wholeheartedly fulfilling utilitarian needs. They should, in short, be things of beauty. In an age of feeble and ugly machine-made things, these essays call for us to deepen and transform our relationship with the objects that surround us. Inspired by the work of the simple, humble craftsmen Yanagi encountered during his lifelong travels through Japan and Korea, they are an earnest defence of modest, honest, handcrafted things - from traditional teacups to jars to cloth and paper. Objects like these exemplify the enduring appeal of simplicity and function: the beauty of everyday things.

Download or read book The Hidden Beauty of the Microscopic World written by James Weiss and published by Watkins Media Limited. This book was released on 2021-06-08 with total page 385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The videographer behind the Journey to the Microcosmos YouTube channel (386K subscribers) James Weiss presents a beginner's guide to the extremely small and utterly strange life that surrounds us. James Weiss was feeling lost in life when he first discovered his interest in the microscopic world. With his own microscope and a little homespun ingenuity, he began to capture thousands of hours of stunning footage of the creatures that he found around him: the local pond, at the beach, in a puddle. What he found astounded him, and it became his mission to reveal the beauty of the microcosmos to everyone. In his fun and accessible style, interspersed with otherworldly photographs, James presents this beginner's guide to the invisible life that surrounds us. From the most simple single-celled life, to complex micro-animals, James reveals the secrets of a world that we rarely consider. Navigating the births, feasts, tragedies, idiosyncracies and deaths of a cast of tiny characters, learn how these lifeforms work and what lessons they can teach us about our own existence. Mixing scientific detail with thoughtful musings that betray the fascination at the heart of his topic, James has created a way of looking at microorganisms in an empathetic and engaging style. You'll discover fascinating absurdities: that a cell can be both its own daughter and its own mother. That immortality really does exist, and it comes in the form of a teeny, tentacled medusa. And that seeing the wonder of nature from a new perspective can literally save your life.

Download or read book Stuff written by John C. Ryan and published by Seattle, Wash. : Northwest Environment Watch. This book was released on 1997 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume takes you to the places and people you touch every day. - BOOK JACKET.

Download or read book Mathematics in Everyday Life The Hidden Language of the World written by Dr. K. Sharath Babu, M.SC, Ph.D., Professor of Mathematics and published by Shineeks Publishers. This book was released on 2023-12-21 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Mathematics in Everyday Life -The hidden Language of the World” is a textbook for Undergraduate and Post Graduate students to develop problem solving skills with the advent of logical thinking. Here the authors’ objective is how mathematics will be useful in the fields we come across in Science, Economics, Engineering and Technology by keeping the syllabi of various prestigious universities. The major subfields it covers Mathematical modeling, model theory, proof theory, set theory, recursion theory, Financial Mathematics, Statistics and probability in decision-making, Mathematics in Technology and Communication Engineering etc.,. It also useful in Cryptography and Encryption, Algorithm and coding development. Here the authors were focused on mathematical theory which is a mathematical model of a branch of mathematics that is based on a set of axioms and they emphasized, it can also concurrently be a body of knowledge. This textbook has been written with great effort made by referring text books written on the modern trend of Applicable Mathematics. The topics covered in this book are practical for a scholar who starts learning education in Economics, Sciences ,Technology & Engineering fields.. The mathematical concepts are written from the basic level to reach out to a wide range of student fraternities and teachers in every walk of life more particularly in industrial-related challenging problems

Download or read book Hidden Order written by David D. Friedman and published by HarperCollins Publishers. This book was released on 1996 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: David Friedman has never taken an economics class in his life. Sure, he's taught economics at UCLA. Chicago, Tulane, Cornell, and Santa Clara, but don't hold that against him. After all, everyone's an economist. We all make daily decisions that rely, consciously or not, on an acute understanding of economic theory--from picking the fastest checkout tine at the supermarket to voting or not voting, from negotiating the best job offer to finding the right person to marry. Hidden Order is an essential guide to rational living, revealing all you need to know to get through each day without being eaten alive. Friedman's wise and immensely accessible book is perfect for amateur economists, struggling economics students, young parents and professionals--just about anyone who wants a clear-cut approach to why we make the choices we do and a sensible strategy for how to make the right ones.

Download or read book Hidden Beauty of the Commonplace written by Philip Pegler and published by John Hunt Publishing. This book was released on 2013-03-27 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At a time of austerity and profound concern for human rights, here is a thoughtful book honouring the quiet radiance of love, sanctity of existence and silent background of being. Abiding peace awaits discovery in the midst of our difficulties; it is this simple but potent realisation that entirely changes our world-view and offers genuine hope for the future of humanity. This work is based upon the life of Clare Cameron, a gifted English mystic and nature poet at the peak of her creative powers during the exuberant decade of the 1960s. Displaying wisdom and compassion, Clare continually challenged her readers with a fundamental question that is as vital and relevant now as it was in her own day - 'What is the true meaning of freedom?' ,

Download or read book Simple Truths written by Kent Nerburn and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seldom does a book come along that speaks to the core issues of life with such clarity and wisdom. This profound book is deeply informed by the spiritual traditions of the West, the Far East, and the Native Americans, with whom the author has worked. It is a small treasure of wisdom about life's deepest issues. From the Book . . . ON EDUCATION & LEARNING The true measure of your education is not what you know, but how you share what you know with others. ON MONEY People who measure their money against their desires will never be happy, because there will always be another desire waiting to lure them. People who measure their money against their needs can gain control over their lives by gaining control over their needs. ON LOVE Love has its own time, its own season, and its own reasons for coming and going. You cannot bribe it or coerce it or reason it into staying. If it chooses to leave your heart or the heart of your lover, there is nothing you can do and nothing you should do. Be glad that it came to live for a moment in your life. If you keep your heart open, it will surely come again.

Download or read book Where Is This God of Yours written by Jean Denomme and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-07-16 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering both intellectual refreshment and spiritual encouragement, Where is This God of Yours? explores the potential of evolutionary theory to transform how we see ourselves, our relationships, our belief systems, and our purpose for being here. Gathered from years of research and reading, Jean Denomme has woven her interests in history, science, and theology into this thorough discussion of evolutionary theory, the nature of human consciousness, and the nature of God. Where is This God of Yours? raises questions of God and presents basic evolutionary theory in regard to the development of the universe, earth, and humans. It examines Catholic teachings, human behavior, and human purpose within an evolutionary context, while providing insights into the sources of human suffering and consequent personal and social responsibility. This exploration of science and faith is geared for Catholics and other Christians who are looking for a way to believe without turning off their minds and for those who want to find a more engaging purpose for living on earth than the hope of some mythical life in another world.

Download or read book The Masculine Middlebrow 1880 1950 written by K. Macdonald and published by Springer. This book was released on 2011-10-04 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who was the early twentieth-century masculine middlebrow reader? How did his reading choices respond to his environment? This book looks at British middlebrow writing and reading from the late Victorian period to the 1950s and examines the masculine reader and author, and how they challenged feminine middlebrow and literary modernism.

Download or read book Daily Miracles Guided Devotions for a Purposeful Life written by Shu Chen Hou and published by Kokoshungsan Ltd. This book was released on 2023-11-08 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the Power of Purposeful Living with "Daily Miracles”! Are you ready to transform your life, one day at a time? Dive into "Daily Miracles: Guided Devotions for a Purposeful Life" and discover the extraordinary in the ordinary. This book is your ticket to a six-week journey of self-discovery, mindfulness, gratitude, purpose, and profound connections. 🌟 Experience Daily Miracles: Uncover the hidden beauty in every moment. Embrace a life filled with wonder, inspiration, and intention. 🧘‍♀️ Meditate and Reflect: Each day offers a new opportunity for self-improvement, personal growth, and nurturing your soul. 🤝 Forge Meaningful Connections: Cultivate kindness, build relationships, and leave a positive mark on the world. 🪴 Reconnect with Nature: Rediscover the soothing embrace of the natural world, where healing and insight await. 📚 Endless Inspiration: A wealth of resources, further reading, and supportive communities await you on this transformative journey. Unleash your inner potential, embrace daily miracles, and savor the richness of a purposeful life. This book is your trusted companion on the path to a more fulfilling, mindful, and gratitude-infused existence. Don't just live; thrive with intention and purpose! Grab "Daily Miracles" today and start your transformative journey.

Download or read book The Elements of Prayer written by Joe B. Jewell and published by New World Library. This book was released on 2006 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In ten rules of usage, form, composition, and approach, along with a playful glossary, the book bolsters readers' understanding of the art of prayer. Jewell's method is fundamental, seeking to "outline rather than fill in," trusting in readers to find their own authentic voice in this essential element of spiritual life. (Practical Life)

Download or read book Hope Help Healing with Archangel Raphael and the Angels written by Mary LaSota and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2007-05 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Hope, Help, Healing with Archangel Raphael and The Angels, many comments and much information is given which is extremely important at this time in terms of very much needed hope both in the present and for the future. Planet Earth and the individuals living on it need to know about Angels, Archangels, Spirit Guides, and Ascended Masters in order to avail themselves of all the helpful, hopeful, healing, protecting and guiding ways they have given in the past and about how all these offerings can be utilized now. The Emerald Joy Healing Ceremonials, the attunements and the messages are valuable because they come directly from Archangel Raphael himself, his contributions benefiting us all. The authors intensive and extensive research about past Golden Ages and the predicted Golden Age to come culminates in a last chapter which shows the cosmic role Planet Earth has played in the past and needs to play again. This book has come forth at this time to offer words of hope, help, and healing to a world in its transformational period!

Download or read book Robert Desnos Surrealism and the Marvelous in Everyday Life written by Katharine Conley and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He stayed with the official surrealist movement in Paris for only six years but was pivotal during that time in shaping the surrealist notion of "transforming the world" through radical experiments with language and art, After leaving the group, Desnos continued his career of radio broadcasting and writing for commercials.