Ancient Life Philosophy

How can we apply the teachings of the greatest ancient philosopher to modern life? Socrates is the quintessential Athenian philosopher, the source of the entire Western philosophical tradition, and Godfather to the Stoics. He spent his life teaching practical philosophy to ordinary people in the...

One of the great fears many of us face is that despite all our effort and striving, we will discover at the end that we have wasted our life. In A Guide to the Good Life, William B. Irvine plumbs the wisdom of Stoic philosophy, one of the most popular and successful schools of thought in ancient Rome, and shows how its insight and advice are still remarkably applicable to modern lives. In A Guide to the Good Life, Irvine offers a refreshing presentation of Stoicism, showing how this ancient philosophy can still direct us toward a better life.

Stoicism - Ancient Philosophy - Buddhism - Taoism - Self Help - Mindfulness - Personal Growth - Eastern Philosophy Twenty-five hundred years ago, three men living continents apart arrived at the same conclusion: happiness is not something you chase. It is something you build, by changing how you think. Ancient Philosophy for a Happier Life brings their teachings together in one collection, translated for a modern reader who wants less anxiety, less noise, and more peace. In Epicurus and the Simple Pleasure, discover why the man history mislabeled as a hedonist actually taught that a garden,...

This massive 128-hour collection builds a bridge between Western and Eastern philosophy, connecting many of the most important and influential works ever written. Here you’ll encounter thinkers who dared to question everything, challenged the norms of their day and reshaped how humanity sees itself and the world.

The most important philosophical works of all time, collected for the first time in a single audiobook. This collection spans the full arc of philosophy from all the greatest thinkers, covering ethics, reason, meaning, faith, and the question of how to live well. Older works have been carefully updated for modern listeners, while preserving their original clarity.

Draws on ancient Greek and Egyptian wisdom to explain the 7 manifestation laws of the Universe and how to discover which desires align with your higher purpose Shares a 5-step process for manifesting your desires and a 10-day manifestation challenge for achieving a singular chosen goal...

The tradition of ancient philosophy is a long, rich, and varied one, in which a constant note is that of discussion and argument. This book introduces listeners to some ancient debates to engage with the ancient developments of some themes. Getting away from the presentation of ancient philosophy as a succession of Great Thinkers, the book gives listeners a sense of the freshness and liveliness of ancient philosophy and of its wide variety of themes and styles. 

What if the wisest ideas humanity has discovered could be gathered into one practical guide for life? The Great Book of Wisdom explores timeless lessons from cultures, religions, philosophers, and generations around the world—and shows how those lessons still apply to modern life. From self-control, relationships, money, work, and failure to suffering, truth, time, purpose, faith, and the challenges of an AI-driven future, this book turns ancient insight into practical wisdom you can use today. Clear, thought-provoking, and deeply human, The Great Book of Wisdom is for anyone who wants to...

4 JAPANESE CONCEPTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR STATE OF MIND - “Unleashing Secrets Of Ancient Japanese Wisdom To Transcend Your State Of Mind And Create Lasting Mental Change” Do you want to live a peaceful and stress-free life, but don’t know how? Do you want to complete more work in less time? Do you hear everywhere about the benefits of a Zen state of mind, but you just can’t figure out how to achieve it? If your answer is Yes, then this book is exactly what you are looking for. In this book, we will discuss four Japanese concepts derived from ancient Zen principles. These concepts are ...

Discover the surprising superpower you already have to activate a thriving life—from the 15-million-copy New York Times bestselling author of the Japanese self-help phenomenon, The Courage to Be Disliked. What if the quest to be special is actually preventing you from living your best life?...

An engaging new translation of a timeless fifth-century Buddhist meditation guide that teaches practices for becoming happier and freer by learning how to love everyone Sages and religious teachers the world over have taught us to love one another, extending our love and kindness beyond our...

Japan has a word for the quality that the best leaders, colleagues, and partners all share — but most people in the West have never heard it. Once you understand it, you will see it everywhere. And once you practice it, everything changes. The word is omotenashi. It is Japan's philosophy of wholehearted, anticipatory service — a way of showing up for the people around you with such genuine attention and care that they feel it before you have said a word. It is the reason Japanese customer service is legendary, Japanese workplaces produce extraordinary loyalty, and Japanese culture ...

What if the history of Western philosophy could be understood not as a collection of difficult theories, but as one extraordinary conversation that has continued for 2,500 years? A History of Western Philosophy: The Story of the World's Greatest Ideas—Explained in Plain English is written for curious readers who want to understand philosophy but have never wanted to fight their way through dense academic language. Instead of beginning with technical definitions, this book begins with the questions that made philosophy necessary. What is reality made of? What makes a good life? Can we ...

Master emotional resilience and defeat modern anxiety using the ultimate self-help toolkit of ancient philosophy. Whether you are battling a stressful morning commute, navigating workplace drama, or feeling overwhelmed by constant online noise, these time-tested frameworks offer an immediate...

"This is Scott Perry's most important book. It's generous, heartfelt, and useful. Day by day, for anyone who chooses, the ideas in this book are life-changing." — Seth Godin, Author, The Knot You don't need to control your life. You need to stop abandoning yourself when it refuses to cooperate. The email lands wrong and your evening is gone. A client goes quiet and by lunch you've drafted the whole catastrophe in your head. Someone you love hits the wrong nerve at the wrong moment, and for ten minutes you turn into somebody you don't recognize. None of that is a character flaw. It's a ...

Unlock the Secrets of the Island Nation That Shaped the Modern World From the shadowy origins of its first inhabitants to its transformation into a dazzling technological superpower, Japan’s history is a saga of warriors, emperors, artistic genius, and global power plays that changed the world forever. This book is your engaging, fast-paced journey through the legendary moments that built the spirit of Japan. Dive deep into the compelling questions that define Japan’s unique identity: Who were the mysterious Jōmon people, and what do their 10,000-year-old artifacts reveal? Was the ...

An engaging guide to how Stoicism—the ancient philosophy of Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius—can help us flourish today. “One of the best explorations of Stoic philosophy that I’ve read.” —Timothy Ferriss, author of The 4-Hour Workweek Whenever we worry about what to eat, how to love...

The Tree of Life is a roadmap of a journey which explains how Creation came into being and how it will end. It also explains what Creation is composed of and also what human beings are and what they are composed of. It also explains the process of Creation, how Creation develops, as well as who created Creation and where that entity may be found. It also explains how a human being may discover that entity and in so doing also discover the secrets of Creation, the meaning of life and the means to break free from the pathetic condition of human limitation and mortality in order to discover ...

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life - Practical Stoicism - Self-Mastery & Resilience - Anti-Anxiety Toolkit - Timeless Philosophy Classics - Mindset Transformation - Inner Peace & Clarity - Emotional Resilience Guide Life will not slow down for you. But your mind can stop spinning. Two thousand years ago, three men with nothing in common — an emperor, a statesman, and a slave — discovered the same unshakable truth: peace has nothing to do with your circumstances, and everything to do with how you think. This 3-book collection puts their hard-won wisdom directly in your hands, translated 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...