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Since its first publication, The Artist's Way has inspired the
genius of Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss and millions of readers to
embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to
process and purpose. Julia Cameron guides readers in uncovering
problems and pressure points that may be restricting their creative
flow and offers techniques to open up opportunities for self-growth
and self-discovery. The program begins with Cameron's most vital
tools for creative recovery: The Morning Pages and The Artist Date.
From there, she shares hundreds of exercises, activities, and
prompts to help readers thoroughly explore each chapter. A
revolutionary programme for personal renewal, The Artist's Way will
help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the
steps you need to change your life.
The inscription on the Oracle of Delphi says: 'Nothing in excess.' C.S. Lewis described temperance as going to the 'right length but no further.' Easy to say, hard to practice - and if it was tough in 300 BC, or in the 1940s, it feels all but impossible today. Yet it's the most empowering and important virtue any of us can learn.
Without self-discipline, all our plans fall apart. Here, Ryan Holiday shows how to cultivate willpower, moderation and self-control in our lives. From Aristotle and Marcus Aurelius, to Toni Morrison and Queen Elizabeth II, he illuminates the great exemplars of its practice and what we can learn from them.
Moderation is not about abstinence: it is about self-respect, focus and balance. Without it, even the most positive traits become vices. But with it, happiness and success are assured: the key is not more but finding the right amount.
A powerful meditation on the nature and dangers of ego, from the
author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Stillness is the Key,
and Obstacle is the Way - over 1 million copies sold 'Re-read it
each year. It's that important' Derek Sivers, author of Anything
You Want 'Ryan Holiday is one of his generation's finest thinkers'
Steven Pressfield, author of The War of Art 'This is a book I want
every athlete, aspiring leader, entrepreneur, thinker and doer to
read' George Raveling, Nike's Director of International Basketball
'Inspiring yet practical' Robert Greene, author of The 48 Laws of
Power It's wrecked the careers of promising young geniuses. It's
evaporated great fortunes and run companies into the ground. It's
made adversity unbearable and turned struggle into shame. Every
great philosopher has warned against it, in our most lasting
stories and countless works of art, in all culture and all ages.
Its name? Ego, and it is the enemy - of ambition, of success and of
resilience. In Ego is the Enemy, Ryan Holiday shows us how and why
ego is such a powerful internal opponent to be guarded against at
all stages of our careers and lives, and that we can only create
our best work when we identify, acknowledge and disarm its dangers.
Drawing on an array of inspiring characters and narratives from
literature, philosophy and history, the book explores the nature
and dangers of ego to illustrate how you can be humble in your
aspirations, gracious in your success and resilient in your
failures. The result is an inspiring and timely reminder that
humility and confidence are our greatest friends when confronting
the challenges of a culture that tends to fan the flames of ego, a
book full of themes and life lessons that will resonate, uplift and
inspire.
The tools and understanding you need to protect yourself, and your family.
Smartphone Nation will transform the way you – and your children – understand your devices and how they affect you. In this practical, agenda-setting book, Dr Kaitlyn Regehr – one of the world’s foremost experts on digital literacy – sets out how you can keep the advantages of the internet whilst identifying often hidden dangers and stepping away when you’re over-reliant.
Grassroots movements have done an amazing job of alerting us to a critical generational problem, but there is more work to be done. In reality, being part of the online world is essential for modern life and understanding that world is crucial. Covering misogyny, pornography, body image, advertising, violence and more, Smartphone Nation provides a wealth of information – plus practical exercises and clear takeaways - to help you think critically about the content you’re consuming, and how it is ‘fed’ to you.
You’ll learn how to game your algorithm, how to limit targeted advertising, how to catch misinformation and how to improve your digital nutrition.
Essential reading for parents and anyone who has ever worried about how compulsively they check their phone, Smartphone Nation will equip you not only to survive in the digital space, but to thrive.
Conversations with My Dog by Hannah Gold is a tale for those who
love to seek new adventures and the promise of following their
dreams, or nose, into the unknown. In a fast-paced world, driven by
material achievement and the fear of loss; clarity can seem hard to
find. Sometimes answers can come from the most surprising sources.
When the author found herself confronted with challenges, she
discovered, to her surprise, that wisdom came not from a
philosophical master or spiritual guide, but her puppy named Monty.
On the road with him, she learns to stop and ask him questions. He
answers her through demonstrating the values of simplicity, fun and
love of exploration. This description of the conversations that
developed between them is a tale about rediscovering direction in
life. It gives a light-hearted, gently thought-provoking account of
the bigger journey of working out how to live. The search for the
way ahead is the metaphor that illustrates the eternal bond of
loyalty between a dog and its humanand makes this tale transcend
normal conversation. 'Even when we are in small bodies, we have big
spirits.' Writes Hannah Gold, relaying the replies of her wise
four-legged friend, to her questions about life. 'The very young
always know why they are here. Because they haven't forgotten.
Sometimes life muddles things up with too many thoughts. But the
heart is ageless.' Hannah's illustrations were created from
sketches she made of Monty on their travels. These drawings provide
a visual tapestry, depicting their journey together to inspire
readers in finding their own path. Conversations with My Dog is an
ideal companion for people considering significant change or
embarking on a new direction, however uncertain, or even just
searching for a little extra companionship and inspiration.
This book explains violent and abusive behaviour and places it in a
social context. It can help readers of any age and sexual
orientation to change their own behaviour and to recognise when
they are being controlled. "I can honestly say that without reading
this book (9 times no less ) I don't think that I would be here
today, relaxed in my own home with my children that I love so
much."
The book you need right now is finally here! From beloved spiritual
teacher Michael A. Singer-author of the New York Times bestseller,
The Untethered Soul-this transformative and highly anticipated
guide will be your compass on an exciting new journey toward
self-realization and unconditional happiness. Now more than ever,
we're all looking to feel more joy, happiness, and deeper meaning
in our lives. But are we looking in all the wrong places? When our
sense of wholeness depends on things or people outside ourselves-
whether it's a coveted job, a new house, a lavish vacation, or even
the perfect relationship-sooner or later we're bound to feel
unsatisfied. That's why we must look inside for real freedom, love,
and inspiration. But how do we begin, and what do we do if we don't
like what we find there? Living Untethered is the book to reach
for. At once profoundly transcendent and powerfully practical, it
provides clear guidance for moving beyond the thoughts, feelings,
and habits that keep you stuck-so you can heal the pain of the past
and let your spirit soar. On each page you'll discover a deeper
understanding of your emotions, learn where your thoughts and moods
come from, and uncover your natural energy flow. Finally, you'll
find freedom from the psychological scars, or samskaras, that block
you and keep you from reaching your highest potential. It's time to
stop struggling and start experiencing. This miraculous book will
show you how to put the spiritual teachings of Michael A. Singer
into practice every day, and propel you toward a life of
liberation, serenity, openness, and self-knowledge. Isn't it time
you started Living Untethered?
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