Personal Wisdom

With Manners Will Take You Where Brains and Money Won't, Donald James goes beyond handshakes and thank-you notes to explain how the true definition of manners is the authentic and genuine way we show up in the world. With inspiring and thought-provoking stories from his 35 years in public affairs and education at NASA, and guided by the lessons his mother taught him, Donald explains how having good manners is a key ingredient to finding purpose, fulfillment, and meaning in business and in life.

Based on interviews with two distinct populations-medical patients coping with chronic pain and physicians coping with having been involved in serious medical errors - Choosing Wisdom delves into how average people respond to adversity, how they change, and what factors help or hinder positive change. Through these interviews, the authors chart each person's journey, and though the circumstances of each case may be unique, the commonalities are remarkable.

What can a cactus teach you about boundaries, survival, and thriving in a world that wants too much of you? More than you think.

Join the author on a journey to explore the fascinating and colorful dimensions of wisdom and examine the creation of a legacy of wisdom across generations. Practical scientific research and entertaining multigenerational family stories come together to offer a complex look at what the word wisdom truly represents, how individuals develop it, and how we pass it on. The world's greatest thinkers and the world's greatest grandmas are on the same page when it comes to the impact of applied wisdom in our lives.

A new collection of inspiring personal philosophies from another noteworthy group of people This second collection of This I Believe essays gathers seventy-five essayists—ranging from famous to previously unknown—completing the thought that begins the book's title. With contributors who run...

In their provocative new book, Barry Schwartz and Kenneth Sharpe explore the insights essential to leading satisfying lives. Encouraging individuals to focus on their own personal intelligence and integrity rather than simply navigating the rules and incentives established by others, Practical Wisdom outlines how to identify and cultivate our own innate wisdom in our daily lives.

Climb Greater Heights is a transformative guide for entrepreneurs, business owners, leaders, and CEOs aspiring to achieve extraordinary success. With captivating case studies, actionable exercises, and real-world examples, this guide becomes an indispensable roadmap for high achievers committed to elevating their business performance, scaling their ventures, and creating a lasting legacy in both business and life.

In The Library of Inner Wisdom, Ayurvedic wellness guide and former monk Sivani Ishaya invites you on a soulful journey back to yourself. Blending ancient Eastern traditions with modern science and personal storytelling, this book is more than a guide—it's a key. A key to unlocking the deep, intuitive intelligence that lives inside your body, mind, and spirit. Through six richly themed “rooms” based on the pillars of true wellness—physical, mental, emotional, relational, spiritual, and purposeful—Sivani gently helps you unlearn the belief that you’re broken or behind.

What if the principles that guide the world’s leading investors could unlock the most invaluable investment of all—your life? Every decision you make shapes your future. Yet, life—like investing—is governed by randomness, uncertainty, and constraints beyond our control. Just as elite investors navigate volatile markets to optimise returns, we, too, must navigate life's complexities to maximise our potential.

Recognizing the power of the new and trying to understand and promote the conditions that make it possible, the Greeks were the first to write about innovation and even the first to record a word for forging something new. In short, the Greeks "invented" innovation itself - and they still have a great deal to teach us about it. How to Innovate is an engaging introduction to key ideas about - and examples of - innovation and creative thinking from ancient Greece. Armand D'Angour provides lively new translations of selections from Aristotle, Diodorus, and Athenaeus.

A poetic treasury of spiritual insight, The Language of the Soul uncovers the original meanings of words to help us remember what it means to be fully alive For poet and spiritual teacher Mark Nepo, words have always been more than tools for communication—they are vessels of meaning, portals...

The Audacity Experiment explores the concept of audacity as the courage to step into your fullest expression by shedding societal conditioning, releasing past identities, and embracing self-trust and creation. Through rituals, energetic practices and spiritual and astrological insights, The...

The Tanakh, a Jewish religious text, contains codes and messages secretly hidden within its pages - decoded by the Talmud, it offers practical guidance that can be applied to your investing and business practices. The Investing Code contains the time-tested secret wisdom found in the Tanakh that has worked to help Jews accumulate wealth generation after generation. It can be applied by anyone today to attain wealth through wise investing practices.

From the author of the timeless classic Think and Grow Rich comes this transformative guide that unveils four key principles of success, with practical steps on how to achieve your dreams. Benefit from the enduring insights of one of the most influential self-help authors, Napoleon Hill. His philosophies have empowered countless individuals to take control of their lives and turn dreams into reality.

The Wisdom of Wallace D. Wattles, including: The Science of Getting Rich, The Science of Being Great, and The Science of Being Well. Each book builds upon the previous one to construct a complete, simple, practical, easy-to-understand, step-by-step system for getting rich, being healthy, and becoming successful.

Ready for a transformative leap? Yearning for a metamorphosis at the mind, body, and soul level? "Collect Your Pearls of Wisdom" (second edition) is your ultimate lifeline. A thoughtfully crafted blend of inspirational narratives, effective and potent practices, and time-proven strategies, this dynamic guide will empower you to unleash healing.

Illuminate your path ahead and forge a brighter, more empowered future. In "Rediscover Your Wisdom" Rabbi Joel Stein reveals a profound truth: the challenges that weigh on your mind today are echoes of battles you've already triumphed over. Drawing from his rich experiences in guiding individuals through challenges that stumped even the most seasoned experts, Rabbi Stein unveils a unique perspective on self-discovery: you are your own best guide, therapist, and advisor.

Dick was a Master who came here to enlighten and challenge us to become our authentic selves. An amazing artist, Hypnotherapist, lecturer and writer, he left behind hundreds of columns and articles he wrote over the years. Wanting to carry out his wishes, his wife, Roberta, organized his most important articles into the years in which he wrote them. This is the first time they have been published in a book.

Sabiduría práctica rescata las reflexiones y definiciones que Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ofreció en diversas y célebres conferencias realizadas durante la segunda mitad de la década del 90. Con los ojos de hoy, esas enseñanzas están más vigentes y potentes que nunca y, a la vez, funcionan como un portal para todos los que quieran acercarse a la filosofía de El Arte de Vivir.

Do you want to empower them with the knowledge and confidence to embrace puberty with grace and wisdom? From Emma Davis—licensed clinical social worker, therapist, and teen advocate—comes Puberty Power For Girls: Your Ultimate Guide To Navigating Puberty With Grace And Wisdom. This transformative guide is designed to help girls master self-care and build confidence as they navigate the changes of adolescence.