Wisdom Philosophy

The idea that our homes can communicate professional as well as personal identities may seem as new as the work-from-home revolution. But it was second nature to the ancient Romans, for whom the home was in many ways the center of public and private life. Roman authors saw infinite practical and symbolic value in houses, and they have much to say about them. How to Make a Home presents some of the best Roman writings on houses—from buying and selling to designing and decorating.

En La sabiduría de los idiotas, los “idiotas” son los Sufis, llamados así debido a que su sabiduría penetra a una profundidad que la transforma en inaccesible para el conocedor meramente académico o inteligente. Los cuentos-ejercicios de los Sufis son herramientas preparadas para propósitos específicos.

Whether you farm or garden, live in the country or long to move there, or simply enjoy an occasional rural retreat, you will be delighted by this cornucopia of writings about living and working on the land, harvested from the fertile fields of ancient Greek and Roman literature. An inspiring antidote to the digital age, How to Be a Farmer evokes the beauty and bounty of nature with a rich mixture of philosophy, practical advice, history, and humor.

To give and receive well may be the most human thing you can do-but it is also the closest you can come to divinity. So argues the great Roman Stoic thinker Seneca in his longest and most searching moral treatise, "On Benefits" (De Beneficiis). James Romm's splendid new translation of essential selections from this work conveys the heart of Seneca's argument that generosity and gratitude are among the most important of all virtues.

Corren tiempos de dispersión en los que es muy necesario escucharnos. Sentirse escuchado significa conectar con otras personas casi íntimamente; supone crear vínculos. Ser un buen oyente, nos dice Plutarco, es un arte que todos deberíamos aprender. Saber escuchar es tan importante como saber hablar bien. El placer que se alcanza al escuchar a otra persona depende tanto de quien habla como de quien escucha.

Are you considering attaining a new dream, but are exhausted just thinking about what it will take out of you to achieve success, again? Our hard work, determination, and grit has served us well in creating our past successes. Yet this time we hesitate. Knowing what it took to attain that previous success makes us feel weary this time. Where’s our excitement? Where’s our passion? You do have the stamina to make your dreams come true, again - because this time you will do it differently. Discover how to surprisingly become more through allowing instead of attaining.

While medicine and science have obviously changed enormously since the classical world, and some Greco-Roman beliefs about diet now appear hilariously off the mark, How to Eat reveals that much of their advice still resonates—and all of it is fascinating.

If you're ready to learn to walk the true path of success and allow your body, mind, and soul to dream bigger than you ever thought possible, then step into The Dojo.

The second-century Greek physician Galen—the most famous doctor in antiquity after Hippocrates—is a central figure in Western medicine. A talented doctor, surgeon, writer, philosopher, teacher, pharmacologist, and inventor, Galen attended the court of Marcus Aurelius, living through outbreaks of plague that devastated the Roman Empire. He also served as a physician for professional gladiators. In writings that provided the foundation of Western medicine up to the nineteenth century, Galen created a unified account of health and disease.

An entertaining and enlightening anthology of classical Greek and Roman writings on animals—and our vital relationships with them.

Denostado, incomprendido, relegado durante siglos al olvido, Epicuro propuso con su filosofía un camino para alcanzar algo tan esquivo para sus contemporá- neos como lo sigue siendo para nosotros: la felicidad. Y lo hizo de una forma simple y coherente, alejándose a un tiempo de la búsqueda incesante del placer—empresa vana, con la que no logramos sino acrecentar más y más nuestros deseos—y del ascetismo extremo propio de doctrinas rígidas como el estoicismo.

Discover the Japanese wisdom of Wa (和) and learn how harmony can transform your life. What if true strength wasn’t found in competition—but in balance? What if belonging wasn’t about losing yourself—but about finding your place in connection with others? For centuries, the Japanese principle of Wa—harmony—has shaped families, workplaces, and communities, creating one of the most cooperative and resilient cultures in the world. In Japanese Harmony: Finding Balance and Belonging through the Japanese Wisdom of Wa, James D.

This comprehensive guide delves into the most frequently used words and phrases by the renowned Danish philosopher, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of his existential and theological insights. Whether you are a seasoned scholar or new to Kierkegaard's works, this dictionary offers clear and concise definitions, illuminating his complex ideas and making his philosophical contributions more accessible.

In 45 BCE, the Roman statesman Cicero fell to pieces when his beloved daughter, Tullia, died from complications of childbirth. But from the depths of despair, Cicero fought his way back. In an effort to cope with his loss, he wrote a consolation speech—not for others, as had always been done, but for himself. And it worked. Cicero's Consolation was something new in literature, equal parts philosophy and motivational speech.

This audiobook is Your Guide to A Good Life: Stoic Secrets to Bring Wisdom, Happiness and Freedom in This Modern Era. Sound interesting? The author thinks so too! Listen to Stoicism: Your Guide to a Good Life and learn about how to live like a Stoic in modern day life.

Children will benefit from Dharmachari Nagaraja's appealing combination of warmth, wisdom, wit and playfulness in this third book from the At Bedtime series. Growing up in the modern world, our children can often feel distracted, stressed and anxious. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, compassion and mindfulness, is the ideal basis for helping any child face the challenges of daily life with increased confidence and calm.

The audiobook shows you how to apply each idea to the challenges of the modern workplace and combine it with what you discover about yourself as you delve into your own strengths and weaknesses. You'll develop your own ability to see The Big Picture, connect with members of your organization, foster a meaningful and productive work environment, and steer your corporate ship through any challenge. Skills and experience might land you a leadership position... but they don't make you a true leader.

In today's world, many are suffering from information overload and are re-thinking the consequences of "over-sharing". The Secret Life is a helpful guide to leading a quietly powerful life - one that can lead to greater personal effectiveness, satisfaction, and success. The concepts that originated with Maimonides - one of history's greatest philosophers - demonstrate the benefits of living a more private life. The result is an antidote to the depression, finger-pointing, divisiveness, unhappiness, and inefficiency that many of us would like to change in ourselves and in the world.

Think of any scene of disaster and you'll find Sikh volunteers rallying to the site to perform seva—pronounced 'say-va', meaning selfless service—feeding migrant workers, helping riot victims, and cleaning up after earthquakes and floods. Why has this 30 million strong community become the world's Good Samaritan? What is it about their values that makes so many of them do so much good? And how is it that they're also able to channel so much joy and laughter while serving others?

A Tao De Ching for Beginners: Applying its Wisdom to Your Life by Steven Humphries is an audiobook that delivers an accessible, modern translation of the ancient Tao Te Ching, one of the oldest and most beloved pieces of Chinese poetry. It offers listeners a timeless path to self-mastery, as well as an in-depth look at the philosophy that is fundamental to Chinese culture.