Modern Wisdom

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, ...

Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics is one of the greatest guides to human flourishing ever written, but its length and style have left many readers languishing. How to Flourish is a colloquial new translation by Susan Sauve Meyer that makes Aristotle's timeless insights about how to lead a good life more engaging and accessible than ever before.

"Ayurveda and the Modern Mind" embarks on an explorative journey to bridge the gap between the millennia-old wisdom of Ayurveda and the dynamic field of contemporary neuroscience. This book delves deep into how these seemingly disparate approaches to health can inform and enhance each other, particularly in the realm of mental wellbeing. Chapter Summaries Introduction to Ayurveda This chapter outlines Ayurveda’s historical context, foundational principles, and its holistic approach to health. It highlights Ayurvedic psychology and how it integrates physical, emotional, and spiritual well-...

With 28+ years at the forefront of emerging technologies, Veera B. Budhi has seen firsthand the pace, pressure, and promise of the modern era. Born in India, a land steeped in timeless wisdom, Veera has also spent much of his life exploring and practicing the principles of self-mastery, mindfulness, and inner balance that have endured for centuries. What began as his own journey-merging ancient insights with modern science to improve his life has evolved into a calling: helping others thrive in today's complex world.

A sweeping, character-driven history of mysticism and its influence on modern science—from nuclear physics to the latest AI—Mark Booth shows how scientists have walked a line between genius, madness, and ancient mystical ideas to create a picture of the universe which is deeply mysterious and unexpectedly spiritual.

Can embracing Augustine as a role model and mentor transform pastoral life and ministry? In this book, Joseph Sherrard invites listeners to encounter Augustine anew—not merely as a theologian or philosopher but as a pastor and mentor.

A New York Times Bestseller A “clear and vigorously written book” (Foreign Affairs), from the leading thinker of modern monetary theory, that delivers a bold new understanding for how to build a prosperous society Stephanie Kelton's brilliant exploration of modern monetary theory (MMT)...

Worried that old age will inevitably mean losing your libido, your health, and possibly your marbles too? Well, Cicero has some good news for you. In How to Grow Old, the great Roman orator and statesman eloquently describes how you can make the second half of life the best part of all - and why you might discover that reading and gardening are actually far more pleasurable than sex ever was.

Unlocking the Architecture of Reality: A Modern Integration of The Kybalion Discover the "Master-Key" to the universe with this transformative modern edition of The Kybalion. While the foundational principles of Hermetic Philosophy have endured for centuries, this volume provides a revolutionary bridge between ancient Egyptian wisdom and the cutting-edge discoveries of contemporary science. Featuring over 90 percent original content, including deep-dive commentary and scientific annotations, this book explores how the Seven Hermetic Principles align remarkably with modern findings in ...

This Economist book describes emerging military technologies and places them in the larger context of today's politics, diplomacy, business and social issues. It shows how efforts to win wars or keep the peace are driving enormous and multifold technological advances. Broadly speaking, defence technologies will continue to provide enormous advantages to advanced, Western armed forces. For anyone who wants to know just how smart the global war, defence and intelligence machine is, this will be revealing and fascinating reading.

The author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation shows how a deeper understanding of the world's philosophical wisdom can enrich and transform our lives. “Wonderfully smart and readable.” —The Washington Post In The Happiness Hypothesis, award-winning psychologist...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD From the author of We Begin at the End comes a soaring thriller and an epic love story that “hits like a sledgehammer . . . an absolutely must-read novel” (Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl). Read with Jenna Book Club Pick as...

The Wheel of Time is turning again—and this time, it’s speaking to you. Hidden for centuries in the monasteries of Tibet, the Kalachakra Tantra has guided monks, mystics, and seekers toward one truth: time is not your enemy, it is your teacher. Now, this ancient wisdom has been reimagined for the modern world in Kalachakra Tantra for Beginners: A Modern Guide to Ancient Tibetan Wisdom. Within these pages lies a guide that bridges science, spirituality, and the mysterious architecture of existence. It unravels the connection between the outer universe and your inner life, showing that ...

Models is the first book ever written on seduction as an emotional process rather than a logical one, a process of connecting with women rather than impressing them. It's the most mature and honest guide on how a man can attract women without faking behavior, without lying and without emulating others. A game-changer.

For over two decades, Donald Michael Kraig's Modern Magick has been the world's most popular step-by-step guide to working real magick. Tens of thousands of individuals and groups have used this course as their primary instruction manual. Now, greatly revised and expanded, this set of lessons is more complete and relevant to your life than ever. Modern Magick will safely guide you-even if you know little or nothing-through a progressive series of practical exercises and rituals, complemented by the knowledge, history, insights, and theory you need to become a successful ceremonial magician.

We are in the midst of a global mental health crisis, and mental illnesses are on the rise. But what causes mental illness? And why are mental health problems so hard to treat? Drawing on decades of research, Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Chris Palmer outlines a revolutionary new understanding that for the first time unites our existing knowledge about mental illness within a single framework: mental disorders are metabolic disorders of the brain. Brain Energy will transform the field of mental health, and the lives of countless people around the world.

The good news is that Joe Pickett has his job back. The bad news is that he's come to learn that a drone is killing wildlife - and the drone belongs to a mysterious and wealthy man whose grandson is dating Joe's own daughter, Lucy. When Joe tries to lay down the rules for the drone operator, he's asked by the FBI and the DOJ to stand down, which only makes him more suspicious. Meanwhile, bodies are piling up in and around Joe's district in shocking numbers. He begins to fear that a pack of four vicious killers working on behalf of the Sinaloa cartel known as the Wolf Pack have arrived.

🩸 The 36 Laws of Modern Maturity How to stay grounded, clear, and unshakably strong in a world built on noise. Modern life rewards speed, performance, and emotional chaos. But real maturity has nothing to do with age — it is a discipline. A psychological edge. A quiet power earned through clarity, boundaries, and brutal honesty with yourself. The 36 Laws of Modern Maturity is a field manual for adults who are tired of pretending, performing, or chasing validation. It dismantles the illusions that keep people reactive, overwhelmed, and easily controlled — then rebuilds you with ...

The Wall Street Journal best-selling guide to charting a path from cancer to wellness through a toxin-free diet, lifestyle, and therapy--created by a colon cancer survivor. Two days before Christmas and at 26 years old, Chris Wark was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. He had surgery to remove...

It’s time for a childbirth revolution. Childbirth has always been, and always will be, a significant rite of passage that transforms a woman into a mother. However, the modern approach to maternity care fails women, families, and care providers with outdated practices that center the needs of institutions rather than individuals. In this audiobook, Rachel Reed demonstrates how childbirth can be reclaimed to center women and support birth physiology.