Mind, body, spirit: thought and practice Books

Book SynopsisThis book is a manual for the attainment of knowledge of higher, more spiritual worlds. It opens new perspectives on the essential tasks of life. Not everyone can immediately achieve spiritual vision, but the discoveries of those who have it can be health-giving life nourishment for everyone. This process is facilitated by this manual. ?From 1899 until his death in 1925, Steiner articulated an ongoing stream of experiences that he claimed were of the spiritual world - experiences he said had touched him from an early age on. Steiner aimed to apply his training in mathematics, science, and philosophy to produce rigorous, verifiable presentations of those experiences. Steiner believed that through freely chosen ethical disciplines and meditative training, anyone could develop the ability to experience the spiritual world, including the higher nature of oneself and others. Steiner believed that such discipline and training would help a person to become a more moral, creative and free individual - free in the sense of being capable of actions motivated solely by love. 

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Book Synopsis2017 Nautilus Award Gold WinnerFeel like you don’t belong? You’re not alone.  The world has never been more connected, yet people are lonelier than ever. Whether we feel unworthy, alienated, or anxious about our place in the world — the absence of belonging is the great silent wound of our times.   Most people think of belonging as a mythical place, and they spend a lifetime searching for it in vain. But what if belonging isn’t a place at all? What if it’s a skill that has been lost or forgotten?  With her signature depth and eloquence, Toko-pa maps a path to Belonging from the inside out. Drawing on myth, stories and dreams, she takes us into the origins of our estrangement, reframing exile as a necessary initiation into authenticity. Then she shares the competencies of belonging: a set of ancestral practices to heal our wounds and restore true belonging to our lives and to the world.

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Book SynopsisJoan and Richard Brake were born in the late 1930s and lived in or around Bristol for most of their lives. They were an ordinary couple with three children and enjoyed a full and varied life. From the mid 1980s they intently followed their mutual spiritual pathways which culminated in the study and belief in the oneness of all life. 'Light the Way' is a book like no other. It tells of this like-minded couple in a long married relationship, parted by so-called death, and how their relationship continued in a most extraordinary manner soon after Joan's transition to the higher life. A two-way communication, probably on a soul level, started in letter form and still continues. This led to the main purpose of the book, a collection of beautifully written spiritual articles channelled by Richard from teachers on the 'other side' known as Joyful One. This book answers the age-old question 'Is there life after death?' with an emphatic 'yes' and ably demonstrates that all life is one. If you have ever mourned a loved one's passing, or feared that death of the body is the end of life, these pearls of wisdom will comfort and reassure you.If you are already on a spiritual path they will inspire and guide you, whatever your faith.Trade Review"Excellently written and easy to follow, the short chapters are perfect for reading around your busy life, making it very easy to pick up where you left off without causing any confusion. A book to help and guide, Light the Way will certainly leave you thinking afterwards. Heart-warming, knowledgeable and enthralling, definitely-worth making room on your bookshelf for." - Samantha V Hutton, 'Psychic World'

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Book SynopsisThe intellectual Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius composed his now famous Meditations as a personal diary while he struggled to understand himself and the world.  It is one of the greatest works of philosophy, being uniquely accessible and wide ranging because he wrote not as emperor, but as a man among other men.  The reflections cover most human concerns including the spectre of death, one’s role in society, emotions, human rationality, virtue, and the gods.  This edition is complete and unabridged and contains Introduction, Notes, Glossary and an Appendix containing correspondence with this tutor Fronto.

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Book SynopsisThe Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is a life-changing book. Among others, it contains the following reflections:"The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts." "You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." "When you arise in the morning, think of what a privilege it is to be alive, to think, to enjoy, to love ..." "It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live." "Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth." The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius is a life-changing book. It contains the private meditations of the most powerful man in the Roman world, the Emperor Marcus Aurelius, as he wrestled with the complexities of his life using the wisdom of Stoic Philosophy. Meditations is written in lucid, accessible language and, interestingly, we see that the problems and perplexities of this philosopher-King are much like ours. Marcus Aurelius was impressively able to live out his philosophical ideals-such as the importance of gratitude, mindfulness, simplicity and life-long learning, of seizing the day, and of remembering the shortness of life-while administering the Roman Empire.Marcus Aurelius (121-180 AD) was the last of the five "good Roman emperors". The Emperor Hadrian adopted Titus Aurelius Antoninus, thereby choosing him to succeed him, and arranged for Antonius to adopt Marcus, and thus, from a young age, Marcus was groomed for power. During this time, he devoted himself to philosophy with passion and diligence. At the age of forty he became Emperor and was known as Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Augustus. Remarkably in a culture of absolute power, he insisted that his adoptive brother and co-consul, Lucius, be elevated to co-emperor. The historian Herodian, a contemporary, wrote:"he gave proof of his learning not by mere words or knowledge of philosophical doctrines but by his blameless character and temperate way of life."Marcus Aurelius is now best remembered for Meditations, which is, perhaps, the greatest single work of Stoic philosophy.Stoic philosophy is, above all, practical. It uses reason and the careful observation of human life to address the problems of daily life. It is also universal-the Emperor Marcus Aurelius and the freed slave Epictetus were both prominent Stoic philosophers. In recent years, Stoic philosophy has provided invaluable life lessons to people in many spheres of life including prisoners of war and Holocaust survivors, psychiatrists, and those in the business world. Indeed, modern Stoic thought "hold[s] fascinating promise for business and government leaders tackling global problems in a turbulent, post-recession slump," (Forbes).This edition is complete and unabridged and contains Introduction, Notes, Appendix containing correspondence with his tutor Fronto, and a Glossary.

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Book SynopsisIs the ability to creatively tackle problems innate or can it be learned? Like most human traits, both answers are correct. Some people are inherently more innovative than others. But, just like maths, or writing, everyone can improve with practice. Tina Seelig, PhD teaches creativity every day in her courses on innovation at Stanford School of Engineering. After ten years of experience, she confidently asserts that not only can creativity be taught but that there are a clear set of tools, skills and approaches that can unlock anyone's creative potential. In InGenius, Seelig reminds us that creativity is not just something that you think about - it is something that you do. It is as natural as breathing, and just as necessary for leading a successful and fulfilling life. Creative solutions are required because the status quo is never good enough, and our goal should always be to push beyond the limits of what seems possible. Great ideas are needed to solve all the problems we face and to enrich our lives. Whether it is in the conference room, classroom or kitchen, new ideas open up a world of wonderful possibilities. With the tools presented in this remarkable book, we will learn how to pull out all stops to take on the challenges, big and small, that come our way, and to see that every word, every idea, and every moment provides an opportunity for creativity that will enhance our lives.InGenius is filled with concepts, tools, techniques and stories that reveal ways you can increase your creativity quotient, and that of your groups and organizations. The first half of the book focuses on the inside out - what you can personally do to increase your own creative aptitude and attitude. The second half deals with the outside in - how you can change the local and cultural environment to increase the creativity quotient of your community. InGenius reveals one of the great truths about ideas: it costs nothing to generate amazing ideas, and yet the results have the potential to be priceless.Trade ReviewTina invites us inside her Stanford University course to reveal that we all have creative potential waiting to be unleashed. -- Ori Brafman, coauthor of Sway and Click In a world that's in constant flux, creativity and innovation are essential qualities for successful executives and industry-leading companies. Tina has shown that we all have the ability to mobilize our creative spirit. -- Chip Conley, Founder of Joie de Vivre Hospitality and Author of Emotional Equations Tina Seelig has written a provocative field guide to 21st century creativity, with her energy and enthusiasm bursting through on every page. We all could use a little extra spark of creativity, and this book helps show the way. -- Tom Kelley, author of The Art of Innovation Few people have done as much to champion innovative thinking as Tina Seelig. -- David Kelley, Founder IDEO Tina Seelig is one of the most creative and inspiring teachers at Stanford. -- Robert Sutton, Stanford University Professor and author The No-Asshole Rule Seelig is a sharp observer and a gentle and thoughtful writer. Miami Herald Tina Seelig has written a powerful and practical book, jam packed with keen insights for unleashing creativity in yourself and others. -- Peter Sims, author of Little Bets: How Breakthrough Ideas Emerge from Small Discoveries InGenius is a fascinating blueprint for any company that's serious about creating an environment where new ideas can thrive, and many of Seelig's students doubtless go on to do precisely that. Fortune Magazine Many of us believe that we're either born with creativity or we're not. Tina Seelig, author of inGenius: A Crash Course on Creativity, and award-winning educator at Stanford University, says that's wrong: Creativity can be easily taught and learned. USA Weekend

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Book SynopsisDo the patterns of your life seem to have a momentum of their own? This is your opportunity to break through! Your old, reactive patterns of unknown negative energy don't have to direct your destiny any longer. In this groundbreaking new book, Sandra Anne Taylor reveals the life-changing Quantum Breakthrough Code, the amazingly easy yet empowering technique that can completely reroute the direction of your life. Things will never be the same when you learn:• The extraordinary influence of your Personal Power Codes• How to tap the Breakthrough Forces that create your reality• How to Decode harmful energies and Code healthy and successful patterns• The Single Breakthrough Code that you can use any time, any place• The Surefire Rapid Visualization and Affirmation TechniqueGet ready for a quantum breakthrough! These fascinating, unbelievably quick and easy techniques will bring you a life of unparalleled joy and success.Trade ReviewOnce again, Sandra Anne Taylor has written a powerful book. It can help anyone decode negative patterns in their life - and then it shows you how to encode positive, empowering patterns. It's simple, it's effective... and anyone can do it. Highly recommended! -- Denise Linn, international bestselling author of Unlock the Secret Messages of Your Body! No matter where you are on your journey - or how spiritual you are - there is always room for self-reflection and taking time to look in the mirror and break the mould. I have found this book to be truly brilliant, inspiring, informative, and transformational. It's certainly a book that everyone needs to read, and you will refer back to it again and again. If you don't think you can change... think again. You will break the code! -- Lisa Williams, international bestselling author of The Survival of the Soul Imagine if you could be released from the old ways of thinking. What if you could learn something so profound that your life would be changed forever? What if the fates gave you the codes to find everlasting joy and success? How fortunate would that be? Well, Sandra Anne Taylor's book Your Quantum Breakthrough Code gives you those codes and much more. Most important, her book gives you simple techniques that make it possible for you to create and sustain a life that is in total alignment with your destiny. Change your life by discovering Your Quantum Breakthrough Code. You owe it to yourself. -- Carol Ritberger PhD, author of What Color Is Your Personality? Sandra Anne Taylor has done it once again with Your Quantum Breakthrough Code. Sandra is a master teacher and has distilled her brilliant understanding of the mind, intention and consciousness into a simple and beautiful process for turning negative thinking and limiting beliefs into your heart's fullest desires and potential. The great thing is that it's easy and fun - and best of all, it works. I love this book and the beautiful process it teaches! -- Dr Darren R. Weissman, developer of The LifeLine Technique Sandra Anne Taylor's groundbreaking technique, elegantly and accessibly laid out before you here in Your Quantum Breakthrough Code, is a simple yet powerful practice for moving beyond your age old internal obstacles into a truly ignited life. Dive in and let Sandra light your path to freedom. -- Nancy Levin bestselling author of Jump ... and Your Life Will Appear Sandra Anne Taylor's new book, Your Quantum Breakthrough Code, is a must-own for the individual seeking to escape unwanted patterns of life. Through simple yet powerful techniques that can be incorporated into day-to-day life, Sandra re-codes and redirects your inner force in an enlightening direction. You begin to feel real change as you practice affirmations, visualizations and breakthrough codes perfectly tailored for personal empowerment and evolution. Truly, this is a guide to living in abounding joy. -- Carmen Harra PhD bestselling author of Wholeliness Sandra's book is a powerful and unique guide to help people unearth the roots of limiting patterns and achieve lasting change. -- Lauren Mackler international bestselling author of Solemate: Master the Art of Aloneness & Transform Your Life Sandra's coding and decoding process is such a simple and yet profound and powerful technique that has really helped me achieve significant shifts for the better in all major areas of my life. It is empowering, life affirming and accessible to everyone! -- Travis Sanders, psychic and clairvoyant

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