Self Philosophy

An ancient belief system made new, Stoicism teaches us how to accept the things we cannot change and how to live a good life. It helps us improve our outlook, increase our well-being, and thrive in the face of adversity. But how does one live like a Stoic? In A Handbook for New Stoics, renowned philosopher Massimo Pigliucci and practitioner Gregory Lopez guide listeners through 52 weekly lessons, each based on a common obstacle. Stressing out about a meeting at work? Try listing the things you can control and those you can’t. Plus much more!

Discover the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius in this definitive edition of Meditations — where Stoic philosophy and ancient wisdom meet modern life. Written by Rome’s philosopher-emperor, this new annotated translation bridges 2,000 years of history, offering practical tools for resilience, self-mastery, and ethical living in today’s world. ✨ KEY FEATURES: ✅ New Translation from the Original Greek – A clear, modern rendering that preserves Marcus’ profound yet accessible voice. ✅ Deep Dive into Ancient Wisdom – Annotations decode Stoic principles, historical context, ...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius The New Translation of a Classic Philosophical Text, Known for Self-Help to Self-Examination From the Foreword: "Marcus Aurelius Antoninus was a Roman emperor and Stoic philosopher who reigned from 161 AD to 180 AD, alongside his adoptive brother, Lucius Verus. Known as one of the Five Good Emperors, he would be the last ruler of the Pax Romana (Roman Peace), a two hundred year Golden Age of relative peace and stability. His greatest surviving work, Meditations, was written in private and for himself, a kind of self-help journal with philosophical ...

Throughout history, great thinkers have explored life, leadership, and self-mastery. This collection presents their most influential works, updated for today’s listeners. Whether seeking guidance on resilience, strategy, or ethics, these timeless classics remain relevant.

Since the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision in 2015, sexual identity has dominated both public discourse and cultural trends — yet no historical phenomenon is its own cause. From Augustine to Marx, various views and perspectives have contributed to the modern understanding of the self.

To master anything, one must first master themselves–one’s emotions, one’s thoughts, one’s actions. Eisenhower famously said that freedom is really the opportunity to practice self-discipline. Cicero called the virtue of temperance the polish of life. Without boundaries and restraint, we risk not only failing to meet our full potential and jeopardizing what we have achieved, but we ensure misery and shame. In a world of temptation and excess, this ancient idea is more urgent than ever.

The ancient Toltecs believed that life, as we perceive it, is a dream. We each live in our own personal dream, and these come together to form the dream of the planet, or the world in which we live. Problems arise when our perception of the dream becomes clouded with negativity, drama, and judgment (of ourselves and others), because it's in these moments of suffering that we have forgotten that we are the architects of our own reality and we have the power to change our dream if we choose.

88 emotions. 88 choices. 88 inner battles. 🔥 What if the voice you ignore is the one trying to save you? 🛡️ What if the enemy you’re fighting is yourself? 🌒 What if you’re not healing—you’re hiding? 🧘 What if self-control is your only real power? This is not a book of answers. It is a book of confrontations. ⚔️ You will not be guided. You will be challenged. You will not be coddled. You will be carved. Inside these pages, you will not find comfort. You will find contrast— between the one who sharpens the soul and the one who sells it. Between the one who rises in...

This is Ayn Rand's challenge to the prevalent philosophical doctrines of our time and the "atmosphere of guilt, of panic, of despair, of boredom, and of all-pervasive evasion" that they create. One of the most controversial figures on the intellectual scene, Ayn Rand was the proponent of a moral philosophy, an ethic of rational self-interest, that stands in sharp opposition to the ethics of altruism and self-sacrifice.

Discover the power to change your life through connection to Source Language Embark on a captivating journey of discovery that will forever change the way you perceive the power of communication with the Divine. This book demystifies Light Language, presenting it as a universal source of spiritual connection that transcends linguistic barriers. By presenting the subject in a clear, easy-to-understand manner, it guides readers, regardless of their background or spiritual beliefs, to unlock the hidden potential within them. Light language is a powerful tool that can be used to connect with ...

What if everything modern self-help gets wrong about discipline, ancient warriors got right? For thousands of years, Spartan warriors, Desert Fathers, Stoic emperors, and Samurai masters developed systematic approaches to self-discipline that created unbreakable humans. These weren't motivational theories—they were battle-tested methods that determined survival. This book reveals their secrets.Inside, you'll discover: The Spartan Success Formula that transformed ordinary citizens into history's most feared warriors through calculated physical challenge—and how to apply their graduated ...

Principles and practices based on Universal Laws to enhance consciousness. The Tao of Thoth unites Eastern and Western principles and practices to form the most potent book on development of mindful, physical, and spiritual wellness and well being. The Tao of Thoth unites Eastern and Western developmental arts via The Egyptian Neters and The Taoist Bagua. The eight Tenets of Thoth are explored and Taiji principles and practices of enhancement are presented to better comprehend and embody personal development. The Tao of Thoth reveals the missing Eighth Tenet to enhance the more well known ...

In the international bestseller Shaolin Spirit, renowned teacher and founder of the Shaolin Temple Europe Shi Heng Yi reveals profound insights to human development paired with twelve personal core practices to foster essential transformation of body and mind. From improving sleep and mental clarity to building strength, flexibility, and focus, these time-honored techniques offer a practical and personal way to self-mastery.

THE #1 BESTSELLING INTERNATIONAL PHENOMENON - NOW WITH A NEW PREFACE You have never read a book like this before--a book that comes along once in a lifetime to change lives forever. In the rain forests of Peru, an ancient manuscript has been discovered. Within its pages are 9 key insights into...

"This book is a wonderful introduction to one of history's greatest figures: Marcus Aurelius. His life and this book are a clear guide for those facing adversity, seeking tranquility and pursuing excellence." — Ryan Holiday, bestselling author of The Obstacle is the Way and The Daily Stoic The...

This classic work by psychologist and social philosopher Eric Fromm builds upon his previous popular book To Have or to Be? The Art of Being teaches us to avoid the tantalizing illusions of our consumer-driven world by learning to function as a whole person from a state of inner completeness or being. The transition from an identity of having to being creates a state of enlightened psychological and spiritual happiness.

This program features a new introduction read by Daniel Goleman and a bonus dialogue between the author and Jon Kabat-Zinn. It is the tenth anniversary since the first publication of Daniel Goleman's groundbreaking bestseller, Emotional Intelligence which maps the territory where IQ meets EQ...

As David Brooks observes, “There is one skill that lies at the heart of any healthy person, family, school, community organization, or society: the ability to see someone else deeply and make them feel seen—to accurately know another person, to let them feel valued, heard, and understood.”

According to Dr. Tara Brach, feelings of shame and unworthiness are the source of many problems we experience with our relationships, careers, creative endeavors, and most fundamentally, our spiritual unfolding. On Radical Self-Acceptance, this respected clinical psychologist and Buddhist meditation teacher shows you how to free yourself from the grip of your insecurities about being "good enough."

In this modern spiritual classic, the Tibetan meditation master Chögyam Trungpa highlights the commonest pitfall to which every aspirant on the spiritual path falls prey: what he calls spiritual materialism. The universal tendency, he shows, is to see spirituality as a process of self-improvement - the impulse to develop and refine the ego when the ego is, by nature, essentially empty. "The problem is that ego can convert anything to its own use," he said, "even spirituality."