Personal Philosophy

What if true strength had nothing to do with power—and everything to do with patience? In a world that moves faster each day, where anger spreads easily and silence feels rare, the ancient Japanese virtue of Gaman (我慢) offers a timeless antidote. Gaman is the art of enduring hardship with dignity—of meeting life’s challenges with calm courage and quiet grace. It is not about suppressing pain, but transforming it into strength. It is how one remains steady when everything around them begins to shake.

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.

Named after Mahatma Gandhi's phrase for the schools of pre-colonial India, The Beautiful Tree recounts Tooley's journey from the largest shanty town in Africa to the hinterlands of Gansu, China. It introduces listeners to the families and teachers who taught him that the poor are not waiting for educational handouts. They are building their own schools and educating themselves.

The ancient Chinese philosopher Mencius compared children to tender sprouts, shaped by soil, sunlight, water, and, importantly, the efforts of patient farmers and gardeners. At times, children require our protection, other times we must take a step back and allow them to grow. A practical parenting manual, philosophical reflection on the relationship between parent and child, and necessary response to modern stereotypes of Eastern parenting, Little Sprouts and the Dao of Parenting reconsiders cultural definitions of success....

Our state of emotional health can be affected by the simplest things in our lives. This can then lead to a downward spiral of negatives thoughts about ourselves and our relationships with others. Depression and anxiety are an extremely common problem, all too easily diagnosed by a "medical professional" and then treated with very powerful and addictive medications.

Now from Peter Funk, the Reader's Digest word columnist and the bestselling author of Word Power, comesUpsize Your Word Power, teaching you the fastest and easiest way to expand your vocabulary: the use of synonyms. Synonyms are a sound and often overlooked way to build vocabulary. With...

Do you feel stuck in the routine, overwhelmed by daily demands, and disconnected from your purpose? This audiobook is for you. "The Modern Stoicism" blends the ancient wisdom of Stoicism and Yoga with practical tools from mindfulness, conscious breathing, and personal development. Its clear and transformative approach will help you regain balance, find mental clarity, and align your life with your deepest values.

Em seu novo livro sobre as virtudes estoicas, Ryan Holiday apresenta a justiça como a virtude que deve orientar quem escolhemos ser. Na antiguidade, tudo o que valesse a pena almejar e conquistar decorria de um forte senso de justiça - ou do comprometimento do indivíduo em fazer o certo, não importava o quão difícil fosse. Para que se possa ter coragem, sabedoria e disciplina, é necessário começar pela justiça.

What if you could be calm even in a storm? What if that storm was an unpredictable future? The world is rapidly changing on every front possible - careers, relationships, health, finances you name it, and finding a strong anchor that keeps you confident and secure has become more important than ever before.

Os maiores filósofos da História da Humanidade refletem, nesta seleção de textos, sobre as grandes questões da existência, as que mais nos preocupam no dia a dia. Eles nos ensinam, com linguagem simples e clara, a resolver desde os mais elementares até os mais complexos dilemas do cotidiano. Amor, beleza, desejo, ética, existência, felicidade, justiça, liberdade, loucura, moral, morte, política, prazer, religião, sabedoria, tempo – nada escapa, nessa coletânea organizada, apresentada e comentada, com clareza e bom humor, por Claudio Blanc, editor e tradutor com formação em Filosofia.

Dive into Reflections of a Modern Catholic, a compelling collection of essays, quotations, and prayers that explore the intersections of faith, philosophy, and personal growth. This inspiring book draws from scripture, religious texts, philosophy, art, literature, and self-improvement wisdom, creating a rich tapestry of insights for contemporary believers. Discover the secrets to finding true joy and lasting happiness through faith and everyday practices.

Дети – наше счастье! Сколько радости и счастливых моментов дарят нам эти шалопаи и шалуньи! Но воспитание – сложный и сбалансированный процесс, где каждому родителю надо умело находить подход к ребенку в любом возрасте, будь это период кризиса 3-х лет или первые подростковые сложности. В этой книге собраны советы от Ларисы Сурковой для детей всех возрастов – от младенцев до подростков. Все тексты дополнены новыми главами и материалами, которые помогут вам еще лучше понять своего ребенка.

In The One Decision Away Philosophy, David shares powerful real-life stories—from the decisions that shaped his own journey to those that transformed the lives of others. With raw honesty, inspiring testimony, and actionable tools, he will challenge you to confront your fears, overcome your excuses, and unlock the next chapter of your life.

Dieses Buch ist ein Instrument zur Selbsterkundung. Dem Leser wird klar, was andere sein wollen, aber nicht sind, und so kommt er schlussendlich sich selbst auf die Schliche. Nach und nach entwickelt der Leser mehr Klarheit über sein eigentliches Ich.

What if we lived in a world that revolved around quality of life, rather than economic winners and losers? In Person to Person, Joeri Torfs and Pim Ampe describe this world and chart a clear path toward it. Grounded in research and rooted in reality, the world they describe is neither a utopia nor a fantasy. They present an environment that incentivizes goodness, fairness, sustainability, and freedom. It begins with the individual and moves toward our collaborative relationships.

The following questions I used to always ask when I was only utilizing the first dimension of budgeting: Does budgeting feel like a never-ending cycle of cutting back, stressing out, and still coming up short at the end of the month? Have you ever made a budget, only to watch it fall apart the moment an unexpected bill or last-minute expense hits? Do you feel like your paycheck disappears faster than a magician’s trick—no matter how hard you try to budget?

The journey of personal deconstruction is not an easy one, but once you have set out on the path, there is no going back. You will require determination, commitment, and a willingness to listen to the audiobook as it was intended, as a dialogue with yourself. They say change is not easy, but change is instantaneous: it is the resistance to the change that takes time. This audiobook is not about self improvement, although that is one of the side effects. It is an audiobook of serious inquiry into the nature of being human, using the author's life as a backdrop for many topics.

From the real-life experiences of two successful engineers comes a unique, practical approach to achieving success and balance in the key areas of your life (economic, physical, emotional, and social)! The Philosophy of Intentional Living is a new approach that harnesses the power of extreme intentions to transform your life! This is a detailed and practical framework, with concrete examples, that answers the tough questions like: What is my purpose? What is holistic success? How do I improve my relationships? How I do I achieve balance? Plus much more!

The Trace That Was Never There is the closing volume in this post-spiritual trilogy—a contemplative, poetic dismantling of the final constructs we cling to: the soul, the self, the seeker, and the witness. This book does not offer answers, tools, or affirmations. It is not a map. It is the trace left by something already disappearing.

Embark on a journey to build a life you truly love. This isn't an audiobook of quick fixes but a powerful manual for change that helps you cultivate genuine self-love and unshakeable confidence.