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NATIONAL BESTSELLER Timeless insights into what it takes to lead a meaningful life—still profoundly relevant nearly two thousand years later. Now featuring a brand-new foreword from Ryan Holiday, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Obstacle Is the Way! “Meditations offers a...

One of the most significant books ever written by a head of state, the Meditations are a collection of philosophical thoughts by the Emperor Marcus Aurelius (121-180 ce). Covering issues such as duty, forgiveness, brotherhood, strength in adversity and the best way to approach life and death, the Meditations have inspired thinkers, poets and politicians since their first publication more than 500 years ago. Today, the book stands as one of the great guides and companions—a cornerstone of Western thought.

Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 AD. Composed during his military campaigns from 170 to 180 AD, this profound work consists of twelve books that delve into Stoic philosophy, offering reflections on duty, resilience, and the human experience. This edition adapts Meditations for today's listeners, making Marcus Aurelius' wisdom relevant and accessible for navigating modern life.

With the fate of the empire in his hands, he tries to capture his thoughts about death, virtue and beauty, which have a single purpose: to benefit human nature. Adapted into a modern, clear and flexible language, Meditations will bring you close to Marcus Aurelius' profound thoughts on death, virtue, and beauty—thoughts that are still relevant to our human nature today.

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How many nights have you stayed up, mind racing, replaying conversations, carrying the weight of everything, and telling yourself you just need to push through? The world expects Black men to be strong. To carry more. To keep going no matter what. When was the last time someone told you it was okay to slow down? To breathe? To take care of your mind the same way you take care of everyone else?

From foul-mouthed, heavy metal-loving, motorcycle-riding chef Josh Kraft comes "F*** This: Find Your Breath," an atypical approach to meditation. Josh's life and career were forever changed when he was hit by a truck on his motorcycle. During his 10-month recovery and rehabilitation, he used meditation to endure the process. His discoveries challenge common misconceptions about meditation and provide practical tools to create attainable goals and routines.

An Invitation to Connect with God and Hear His Voice Step into a transformative 21-day journey with Be Still: 21-Days Praying the Names of God, a devotional designed to open your heart, deepen your faith, and inspire you to experience God’s presence in profound new ways. This Christian meditation guide uses the F.A.S.T. method—Focus, Ask, Stillness, Think & Speak—to provide a structured yet gentle approach to connecting with God’s heart daily. Grounded in Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God,” each day invites you to pause, reflect, and experience God as He reveals ...

A soulful companion with timeless wisdom for anyone navigating the quiet weight of modern life When life gets hard, we're told to push through and hold it together. We're so used to carrying everything that when our backs finally break, we question our strength, not the load. We doubt our...

INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER Optimism isn’t about pretending everything is fine. It’s about staying open and flexible—especially when it’s not. In this fresh, science-backed debut, professional psychologist and media expert Dr. Deepika Chopra shows us how to build the kind of optimism...

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Richard Armitage, star of Peter Jackson'sThe Hobbit trilogy and also known for his roles in Ocean's 8 and Spooks. This definitive recording includes an Introduction by Diskin Clay. Originally written only for his personal...

A fantastic boyage awaits. In this three-CD set, Shakti Gawain gently leads us through four exceptional guided meditations.

An inspirational memoir about how Jennifer Pastiloff's years of waitressing taught her to seek out unexpected beauty, how hearing loss taught her to listen fiercely, how being vulnerable allowed her to find love, and how imperfections can lead to a life full of wild happiness. Centered around...

Written in Greek by the only Roman emperor who was also a philosopher, without any intention of publication, the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius offer a remarkable series of challenging spiritual reflections and exercises developed as the emperor struggled to understand himself and make sense of the universe. While the Meditations were composed to provide personal consolation and encouragement, Marcus Aurelius also created one of the greatest of all works of philosophy: a timeless collection that has been consulted and admired by statesmen, thinkers and readers throughout the centuries.

Meditation instructor, Deepak Chopra protégé, director of Meditation Wanderlust Hollywood, and Lululemon ambassador Megan Monahan presents a no-nonsense guide to meditation for everyday soul-searchers. This modern guide to meditation from instructor Megan Monahan takes readers beyond empty...

A quantum revelation that could reshape the world. A shadow government ready to kill to keep it secret. Scientist James Lockwood has made a groundbreaking discovery in the realm of quantum physics. A discovery that could revolutionize travel and trade, and disrupt entire industries to the tune of tens of trillions of dollars. A discovery simple enough to replicate and understand, but in the wrong hands, could destroy the world. Before James can even finish his academic paper on the subject, let alone publish it, he and his sister Isabel have their lives upended. He soon learns the military ...

You are perfect in God's eyes. Impossible? Too good to be true? Not if you understand what Jesus did for you. Many people never fully grasp God's absolute, outlandish, and unconditional forgiveness. They might be able to quote a few Bible verses about God's forgiveness, but they haven't embraced them as their own. Don't Let Guilt Push You Away From God When you fail to understand God's forgiveness it's tempting to serve God out of guilt rather than grace, and out of obligation rather than gratitude. Guilt and regret drive you, pushing you away from God's love and into a hamster-wheel of ...

Life has a way of pressing down harder than we expect. A diagnosis, a loss, a financial strain, a relationship breaking apart. In those moments, you need more than encouragement. You need a steady place to bring your fear and your faith together. Novena for Strength in Difficult Times offers nine days of guided prayer for anyone walking through hardship. Each day includes an opening prayer, a Scripture passage, a reflection grounded in real struggle, a brief story from a saint who endured their own trial, intercessions, the Lord's Prayer, and a closing prayer of trust. Written for Catholics...

The Meditations are a series of private reflections written in Greek by a Roman emperor immersed in the administration of an empire beset by wars on its frontiers and natural disasters in its interior. It is the work of a great man seeking philosophical and spiritual solace in the midst of human chaos and uncertainty. This beautiful piece of ancient literature has been the companion of many leaders over the centuries who turned to inner reflection in times of unrest. Its Stoic philosophy has been much admired and emulated.

Men weren’t created to drift through life—they were designed to carry weight. Dudevotional Vol. 2: Dudevotional Harder is for men who are finished with shallow devotionals, soft theology, and comfortable Christianity.