Self Philosophy

Is change possible? Everyone who has tried and failed, wished they could be happier, or has been told they were too old to learn something, has wondered why we just seem to be stuck with ourselves. But this amazing and hopeful audiobook shows us that it is not only possible for us to control our...

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.” —Washington Post In The Happiness Hypothesis, social psychologist Jonathan...

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 book is a collection of several months of written meditations concerning the conditions over which the author has no control, the few phenomena that author can control, and sporadic rumination about the author’s bouts of confusion, alienation, and a gradual, meandering progress toward something vaguely like equanimity (or at least something vaguely less like despair).

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.

What if the life you call “normal” is quietly training you to stay small? What if you’re not stuck…just misaligned? What if the reason you keep restarting is because retreat is still available? 🏳️ What if nothing is wrong with you—except the environment you keep tolerating? You already feel it. ⚡ The tension between who you are… and who you could become. The quiet pressure that never leaves. The sense that you are living beneath your capacity— not because you lack potential, but because something invisible keeps pulling you back. 🧲 Greatness does not fail to arrive ...

A timeless journey of self-discovery—presented in a new translation with expanded material exploring Hermann Hesse, Jungian archetypes, and Eastern philosophy. Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha follows a young man's search for wisdom, meaning, and inner freedom. Set in India during the time of the Buddha, the novel traces Siddhartha's journey through spiritual discipline, love, wealth, disappointment, and self-discovery as he learns that wisdom cannot simply be taught—it must be experienced. At the heart of the novel is a powerful question: How do we find our own path? Hesse explores the ...

Understanding and Applying the Major Ideas of Friedrich Nietzsche: A Practical Guide to Nietzschean Philosophy for Modern Life Unlock the transformative power of one of philosophy’s most provocative thinkers with this comprehensive yet accessible guide to Friedrich Nietzsche’s major ideas. Whether you’re new to Nietzsche or seeking a deeper understanding, this book explores his groundbreaking concepts such as the Will to Power, the Übermensch, Eternal Recurrence, and the death of God — all explained in clear, practical terms. Discover how Nietzsche’s philosophy challenges ...

Thus Spoke Zarathustra is Friedrich Nietzsche's magnum opus and one of the most enigmatic and powerful texts in Western philosophy. Subtitled A Book for All and None, this philosophical novel chronicles the journey of Zarathustra, a prophet-like figure who descends from his mountain solitude to deliver his transformative teachings to humanity. Blending prose and poetry, myth and aphorism, Nietzsche crafts a compelling narrative that explores profound themes such as the "death of God," the "eternal recurrence," and the emergence of the Übermensch, or "Overman." Far from a traditional ...

When you ask people about their most cherished values in life, “happiness” is always at the top of the list. But surprisingly few people claim real happiness. We seem to be completely satisfied with nothing, and indeed, there is little correlation between the circumstances of people’s...

Step into the woods with a version of Walden that speaks directly to twenty-first-century readers. This refreshed edition keeps Henry David Thoreau's insights intact while offering clean, reader-friendly formatting, contemporary typography, and lightly clarified language that smooths out archaic phrasing without diluting meaning. Whether you're new to Thoreau or revisiting him after many years, this modernized text makes his reflections on solitude, simplicity, and purpose more accessible, engaging, and enjoyable than ever before. First published in the mid-nineteenth century, Walden ...

Twenty-one rules. One uncompromising question: what is actually worth keeping? In 1645, near the end of his life, Miyamoto Musashi reduced a lifetime of combat, strategy, art and discipline to twenty-one short precepts known as the Dokkodo - "The Way of Walking Alone." WALK ALONE is a clear, historically grounded modern interpretation of those final rules. It does not ask you to imitate a seventeenth-century swordsman or turn difficult ideas into empty motivational slogans. Instead, it asks what survives when Musashi's severe personal code is brought carefully into modern life. Across ...

Discover the Life-Changing Power of Japanese Minimalism Are you feeling overwhelmed by clutter both in your home and in your mind? Do you crave a life that is simpler, more intentional, and filled with peace? Japanese Style Minimalism offers a refreshing, transformative approach to minimalism inspired by time-honored Japanese traditions. This book is more than just a guide to decluttering. It’s an invitation to redefine your relationship with the things you own and the space you live in. Drawing from the wisdom of Japanese principles like Ma (the beauty of empty space), Wabi-Sabi (...

Philosophy made fun & unforgettable!! 4+ BONUSES! Philosophy isn’t just something you read — it’s something you do. Debate Truth, Logic, Ethics, Politics, Science, God, Free Will, Happiness, Reality, the Soul & Meaning of Life From Socrates’ questions to Aristotle’s categories, from Epicurus’ garden to Stoic survival skills, you don’t just study philosophy here — you debate, laugh, question, & even quiz yourself along the way. 🏛 Inside You’ll Discover: The Big 3 Greeks—Socrates, Plato & Aristotle explained simply, clearly, & with stories that stick Epicurus, Zeno & ...

The Aṣṭāvakra Gītā|also known as the Aṣṭāvakra Saṃhitā|is a short treatise on Advaita Vedānta|ascribed to the great sage Aṣṭāvakra. Sage Aṣṭāvakra demonstrates a profound knowledge of Brahman that Swami Nityaswarupanand of Ramakrishna Mission has placed before the readers in this book in simple|easy-to-understand English. The subtle philosophical truths are expounded in the form of a lucid dialogue between the teenage sage Aṣṭāvakra and his royal disciple|King Janaka.

What if the moments that changed your life were never only about what happened? What if the people you met, the plans that fell apart, the years that seemed to lead nowhere, the meaningful coincidences you could never quite explain, and even the versions of yourself you had to leave behind were all part of something you could only recognize after becoming the person you are now? You have spent your life moving through time believing you were the one moving through it. But what if something else was happening too? The Universe Was Becoming Through You is a philosophical journey into life, ...

LEARN PHILOSOPHY IN 100 PAGES: From Ancient Philosophy to Modern Ethics—Critical Thinking, Logic, and Essential Ideas for Beginners Finally—Philosophy That Makes Sense Philosophy has a reputation for being abstract, impractical, and impossible to understand. This book proves otherwise. In just 100 pages, you'll gain a working understanding of the ideas that have shaped Western thought for 2,500 years—without the academic jargon, without the confusion, and without wasting your time on trivia that doesn't matter. This isn't a textbook. It's not a collection of famous quotes. It's a ...

Do you ever feel like your attention is being pulled in a thousand different directions, leaving you mentally exhausted, profoundly discouraged, and constantly overwhelmed? In an age dominated by endless digital notifications, artificial intelligence, and unexpected daily setbacks, it is dangerously easy to fall into spirals of self-doubt and uncertainty. You are not alone if you feel like your reactive emotions are hijacking your days, or that true, unwavering focus has slipped entirely out of your grasp. Every time you try to regain your footing, another wave of stress seems to knock you ...

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...

ARE YOU SERIOUS ABOUT PERSONAL GROWTH YET LOSE HOURS TO NOTIFICATIONS AND OTHER PEOPLE’S URGENCY? DO YOUR ROUTINES START STRONG ON MONDAY BUT FADE BY MID-WEEK WHEN STRESS HITS? DO YOU WANT A STOIC, DAY-BY-DAY SYSTEM THAT KEEPS YOU CALM AND FOCUSED SO YOUR BEST WORK ACTUALLY GETS DONE? Then this book is for you. Stoic Discipline: 30 Days to Unbreakable Self-Control and Focus turns ancient Stoic wisdom into a daily routine you can actually follow. In just 15–25 minutes a day, you’ll work through a short quote, a micro-lesson, a compact exercise, and a guided journal prompt. Progress ...