Transforming Wisdom

Living in Southern California, Gary Carmell has become very familiar with tectonic shifts: cataclysmic changes in the Earth’s crust that cause earthquakes and tsunamis. Carmell has also experienced numerous tectonic shifts in the economic landscape in his nearly 30-year investing career. Correctly anticipating economic trends has allowed his real estate investment and management firm, CWS Capital Partners LLC, to grow from assets of $250 million in the late 1980s to over $3 billion today.

If you put aside what you think you know about Jesus and approach the Gospels as though for the first time, something remarkable happens: Jesus emerges as a teacher of the transformation of consciousness. Cynthia Bourgeault is a masterful guide to Jesus' vision and to the traditional contemplative practices you can use to experience the heart of his teachings for yourself.

The bestselling business book from award-winning restauranteur Danny Meyer, of Union Square Cafe, Gramercy Tavern, and Shake Shack Seventy-five percent of all new restaurant ventures fail, and of those that do stick around, only a few become icons. Danny Meyer started Union Square Cafe when he...

An unexpected explosion in her rural home during a 4-H meeting drastically changes the lives of 10-year-old Danette, a number of her immediate family, many of her friends, and much of the small Iowa farming community in which she was raised. Nearly killed and left severely scarred, this little girl's princess-like life transforms into one of mere survival.

One of the world's most popular Tibetan lamas shares accessible advice for working with adversity and living a spiritual life. Enjoy a variety of meditations on topics from flattery and jealousy to karma and compassion. In each brief chapter, Khenpo Sodargye weaves in stories from ancient classics and modern headlines. Drawing on adages from the Buddha, Confucius, and even Mark Twain, he delivers simple and timeless insights about facing adversity and developing a good heart.

In the footsteps of Jesus—who masterfully conveyed profound truths through parables—pioneering leadership coach and mentor Kate Coleman illuminates the path to metamorphic leadership through the narratives of some of the extraordinary, ordinary people of the Bible. Exploring the lives of pivotal figures, including Moses, Esther, and the Woman at the Well, Metamorph highlights the importance of godly self-discovery, healthy relationships, and Spirit-led mission.

Have you ever poured your heart out in prayer, only to feel like your pleas have fallen on deaf ears? Do you struggle to understand why God sometimes says "No" to your deepest desires? In these moments of spiritual uncertainty, find your answers and your path forward with "When God Says No and Prayers Go Unanswered." This transformative guide will captivate your heart and ignite your faith, even in the face of divine denial. Unravel the mysteries of unanswered prayers and discover how God's "No" can be a powerful tool for your spiritual growth. This book is a beacon of hope for those ...

For each of us there are times when life seems to fall apart. This may occur gradually or with an unexpected suddenness. At such times, we may realize that we have reached a pivotal moment in life when we can no longer avoid the soul’s call. We know there is something more at hand—something more meaningful and possible for our life. That’s how it was for me. More than once I found myself confronting such a life transition. I searched for guidance from the usual people— psychologists, physicians, and others. They were of little help. I then turned to the great stories of transition ...

In In Search of the Creation Formula, Nathan B. Jensen offers a deeply personal yet universally applicable guide to transforming your life, one powerful choice at a time. Combining the latest neuroscience research, personal development strategies, and hard-earned wisdom from life's most challenging moments, this book delivers a clear and actionable three-phase approach to rapid transformation. Through stories of tragedy and triumph, Nathan takes you through his journey of overcoming unimaginable loss, grief, and hardship, revealing how you can reclaim your life from negative patterns and ...

"The world is impermanent; the earth is perilously fragile." ~ The Sutra of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings As unenlightened beings, we are easily pulled this way and that by our conditions. In our state of confusion, we unwittingly pursue fame, fortune, desire, and pleasure. How many of us truly take time to contemplate the meaning of our lives? The Sutra of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings contains the fundamental practices allowing us to make the most of our potential as human beings. In her explanation of the text, Dharma Master Cheng Yen uses stories from the Buddha’s ...

Discover the transformative power of aligning with your inner Zen nature in LIFE AT THE LOTUS POND. This book invites you to embark on a journey of self-discovery, guiding you towards peace, clarity, and harmony within yourself and with the world around you. Within you is a wellspring of wisdom, calmness, and authenticity—your inner Zen nature. Drawing on the timeless teachings of Zen philosophy and mindfulness, this book offers meditations to help you tap into your innate source of serenity and live with greater presence and purpose. Listen to the wisdom of your inner nature, showing you...