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'What is so appealing about the ideas in this book is that we could pivot coffee from being the driving force behind excessive hours and a poor work-life balance into being a drink that lets us contemplate meaning and purpose in a different way.' James Hoffmann, author of the Sunday Times...

On February 1, 2003, Columbia disintegrated on reentry before the nation's eyes, and all seven astronauts aboard were lost. Author Mike Leinbach was a key leader in the search and recovery effort as NASA, FEMA, the FBI, the US Forest Service, and dozens more federal, state, and local agencies combed an area of rural east Texas the size of Rhode Island for every piece of the shuttle and her crew they could find. Assisted by hundreds of volunteers, it would become the largest ground search operation in US history.

If you want to find inner peace and wisdom, you don't need to move to an ashram or monastery. Your life, just as it is, is the perfect place to be. Jack Kornfield, one of America's most respected Buddhist teachers, shares this and other key lessons gleaned from more than 40 years of committed study and practice.

This audio course examines the major periods in the history of Western political thought and questions the political and social order. It considers the ways in which thinkers have responded to the particular political problems of their day, and the ways in which they contribute to a broader conversation about human goods and needs, justice, democracy, and the proper relationship of the individual to the state. One aim will be to understand the strengths and weaknesses of various regimes and philosophical approaches in order to gain a critical perspective on our own.

The Philosophy of Modern Song is Bob Dylan’s first book of new writing since 2004’s Chronicles: Volume One—and since winning the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2016. Dylan, who began working on the book in 2010, offers his extraordinary insight into the nature of popular music. He writes...

Inspiration for the film "THE MENTAL MASTERY OF HITTING IN BASEBALL", Mind of a Superior Hitter: The Art, Science, and Philosophy takes an in-depth look into the key aspects of becoming a great hitter from a psychological, emotional and strategic perspective. The book is designed to enhance the intelligence of hitters in both baseball and softball on a level that is unprecedented. It includes quotes and advice from some of the top hitting coaches in the world, former professional players and prominent minds that have contributed to today’s leading hitting ideologies. Throughout, players ...

The term "home economics" may conjure traumatic memories of lopsided hand-sewn pillows or sunken muffins. But common conception obscures the story of the revolutionary science of better living. The field exploded opportunities for women in the 20th century by reducing domestic work and providing jobs as professors, engineers, chemists, and businesspeople. And it has something to teach us today. Danielle Dreilinger traces the field's history from Black colleges to Eleanor Roosevelt to Okinawa, from a Betty Crocker brigade to DIY techies.

Discover the Life-Changing Power of Japanese Ma: Transform Your Home, Work, and Relationships Through the Art of Meaningful Space Are you overwhelmed by clutter, noise, and constant stimulation? Do you long for more peace, clarity, and depth in your daily life? The ancient Japanese principle of ma—the conscious creation of meaningful emptiness—offers a revolutionary approach to living that can transform everything from your living space to your inner peace. What You'll Learn: Ma is far more than minimalism or decluttering. It's a profound design philosophy that recognizes the power of ...

Step into the enchanted world of Wiccan Home Alchemy, where everyday housekeeping becomes a magical journey. In this practical guide by the insightful Willow De Witte, busy witches are invited to embrace the transformative power of their living spaces. Discover the art of creating sacred environments, cleansing rituals, and elemental harmony that align with your magical path. Unveil the secrets of sacred spaces as Willow De Witte takes you on a journey through personalized altars, harmonious living arrangements, and seasonal adaptations that resonate with the cycles of nature. Learn the ...

La magia del orden, de Marie Kondo, la gurú japonesa de la organización, ha revolucionado los hogares y las vidas de millones de personas a lo largo del mundo. Este audiolibro presenta el aclamado método KonMari, que explica paso a paso el plegado de todas las prendas desde camisetas hasta calcetines, además de enseñarnos cómo obtener armarios y cajones perfectamente organizados.

When chaos becomes your entire life… where do you go to breathe again? After walking away from a high-pressure tech career that drained her spirit, Maya believes she’s lost everything — security, success, even her sense of self. But her collapse becomes the doorway to a completely different kind of freedom. The Middle Way Home follows her journey into Buddhism as a complete beginner, discovering joy, clarity, and calm in the most ordinary moments. Through simple dialogues, relatable stories, and everyday experiences, this book gently unpacks the core teachings of Buddhism — without ...

You don't need more money to build a better life. You need a better system. Most self-improvement advice is written for people who already have money. New gym. Premium courses. Supplement stacks. Productivity apps. This book is for everyone else. The $5 a Day Self is a complete, tested system for students and young adults who want to build a strong body, a sharp mind, and real, income-generating skills — on a budget of roughly $150 a month, or about $5 a day. Not as a compromise. As a strategy. Because constraint, when used deliberately, is one of the most powerful forces in personal ...

“Brett translates the magic of ancient yoga for those who need it most.” —James Nestor, New York Times bestselling author of Breath Overwhelmed? Overscheduled? Want to access the benefits of yoga, but can’t seem to make it to the mat? Beat stress with a yoga ritual that works for you in...

The classical tradition of education is oriented toward the full formation of a human soul rather than merely practical training for a job. This time-honored understanding of education provides space and occasion for wonder, contemplation, and conversation. Instead of merely covering material, it privileges pondering, savoring, lingering, and relishing as genuine student activity.

Realistic advice from Zoë Kim, author of the popular minimalism blog The Minimalist Plate, offers guidance and support based on her continued experience of incorporating the principles of minimalism into her family life. With Minimalism for Families you’ll find everything you need to begin incorporating the principles of minimalism today.

Discover the comprehensive guide to starting and thriving in your own Montessori-based home child care business with our latest eBook, "Child Care at Home: Your Complete Guide to Montessori-Based Home Child Care." This empowering and informative resource takes you on an exciting journey, unlocking your potential to transform your home into a thriving Montessori-based child care environment. "Child Care at Home" provides an in-depth understanding of the Montessori philosophy, delivering step-by-step guidance on setting up your Montessori home-based environment. From legal considerations and ...

Designed for those new to mindfulness practices, Making Space offers easy-to-follow instructions for setting up a breathing room; listening to a bell; performing sitting, breathing, and walking meditations; and cooking and eating. Whether you live alone or with a family, this beautifully created audiobook can help you create a sense of retreat and sanctuary anywhere at home.

In Thick and Thin: Moral Argument at Home and Abroad, Michael Walzer revises and extends the arguments in his influential Spheres of Justice, framing his ideas about justice, social criticism, and national identity in light of the new political world that has arisen in the past three decades. Walzer focuses on two different but interrelated kinds of moral argument: Maximalist and minimalist, thick and thin, local and universal.

“A thinking mind is an active mind” they say. This book is meant for general consumption, specifically for children and teenagers between the ages of seven to 16. This book was inspired by you, yes you! And it aims at clarifying and making their minds ready for the outside world as they grow. It is an avenue for youths of these ages to put on their thinking caps and questioning spirits so they can know more about the world they live in. This book has many benefits, resources, and qualities to add to their lives, as well as impact to make in their daily lives.

Cassique is a time travelling Fixer in AD 2853. It's his job to nip back into the past and fix problems which threaten to wipe out the world of the twenty-ninth century. But the longer Cassique spends in those past times, the more he comes to wonder if the docile, VR-obsessed people of his present would actually benefit from a reset. It's a dangerous thought, because that would mean taking a stand against Father, the world-running super-computer, and Father takes a very dim view of any form of rebellion. When Cassique teams up with a couple of relatively famous figures from the past, they ...