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A lifelong Emerson lover, teacher, and spiritual seeker reveals how
American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson’s twelve essential
teachings hold the answer to living an authentic and fulfilling
life, one that is in harmony with our souls. Ralph Waldo Emerson
was a spiritual revolutionary whose profound vision of human
potential came to define the American character. Known as
America’s original Stoic, he offered a radical message of
optimism, authenticity, and self-realization that is more necessary
today than ever. In this timely, remarkable book, noted memoirist
and teacher Mark Matousek reveals the depths of Emerson’s
extraordinary wisdom, demonstrating how his timeless philosophy can
help us navigate the challenges of contemporary life. Using
personal stories, psychological research, and life lessons from
Emerson and his contemporaries—including Thoreau and Whitman—
he offers practical lessons in the art of living. In the following
pages, you will discover: Why Emerson should be considered
America’s original stoic How to dispel the illusion of our own
powerlessness and turn toward boundless human potential Practical
tools for cultivating happiness in a fragile, unpredictable,
dangerous world The gifts of self-reliance and spiritual renewal
necessary for thriving A roadmap to discovering essential wisdom on
living an authentic and meaningful life Emerson’s far-reaching
vision of excellence and spiritual flourishing is the medicine we
need to heal ourselves. “Trust yourself,” he teaches. “Once
you make a decision, the universe conspires to make it happen.”
This philosophy of hope, known as transcendentalism, is the vein of
gold in the American psyche. Lessons from an American Stoic helps
us to reclaim our national treasure.
Writing to Awaken is an inspirational investigation of the self
through expressive writing, guiding readers along the path of
awakening through radical truth-telling and self-inquiry. With
targeted and revelatory questions, readers are prompted to explore
their personal narratives-to write openly and honestly about their
deepest wounds, greatest challenges, hidden gifts, yearnings, and
opportunities for growth-in order to discover a deeply authentic
understanding of themselves and move toward a more liberated,
truthful life.
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