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We all worry about what others think of us. We all long to succeed and fear failure. We all suffer - to a greater or lesser degree, usually privately and with embarrassment - from status anxiety. For the first time, Alain de Botton gives a name to his universal condition and sets out to investigate both its origins and possible solutions. He looks at history, philosophy, economics, art, and politics - and reveals the many ingenious ways that great minds have overcome their worries. The result is a book that is not only entertaining and thought-provoking - but genuinely wise and helpful as well.

As one of the world's leading scientists examining how our DNA shapes differences in temperament, temptation and behaviour, Harden has seen first-hand how we - in public and in our most private relationships - continue to struggle with the ancient tensions between nature and nurture, freedom and...

The great insights of the Stoics are spread over a wide range of ancient sources. This book brings them all together for the first time. It systematically presents what the various Stoic philosophers said on every important topic, accompanied by an eloquent commentary that is clear and concise. The result is a set of philosophy lessons for everyone - the most valuable wisdom of ages past made available for our times, and for all time.

The Long Discourses of the Buddha (Dīgha Nikāya) is the first of the five Nikāyas (Collections) in the Sutta Pitaka and has its own particular character. Unlike the others which contain thousands of shorter discourses (suttas), it comprises just 34 but of much longer length - as the name indicates! This makes it in some ways a more focused collection of teachings of the Buddha and especially accessible in audio. 

Donald Robertson, author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor and How to Think Like Socrates, explores the meeting point of Stoicism, philosophy, psychology, psychotherapy, and the art of living through solo reflections and conversations with leading experts on anger, anxiety, resilience, self-improvement, and how to live well. donaldrobertson.substack.com

'Mind blowingly brilliant' PHILIPPA PERRY 'Few other writers have such passion for granular detail, intellectual heft and boundless curiosity' THE TIMES 'As suspenseful and pacy as an episode of peak-era ER' GUARDIAN A near-fatal health emergency leads to this powerful reflection on death—and...

With these 24 accessible lectures, enjoy an adventurous exploration of one of the world's most important philosophical texts. Filled with rich historical context, detailed close readings of key passages, expert interpretations of larger cultural trends, and stories of Confucius and his most notable students (and critics), these lectures are required learning for anyone who wants a solid understanding of Eastern philosophy - and the ways a single book can cross cultures and go on to inspire an entire world.

In this beautifully written and brilliantly reasoned collection of essays, Ayn Rand throws new light on the nature of art and its purpose in human life. Once again, she demonstrates her bold originality and her refusal to let conventional ideas define her sense of the truth. Rand eloquently asserts that one cannot create art without infusing it with one's own value judgments and personal philosophy - even an attempt to withhold moral overtones only results in a deterministic or naturalistic message.

The perennially bestselling golf title, Golf in the Kingdom, hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as the "masterpiece on the mysticism of golf," is a wonderfully told romp through the Scottish links, the most beautiful and challenging golf courses in the world where, truly, anything is possible...

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.

Sermons preached at City Church Dublin. Love God. Love People. Love Dublin.

In the world of structure, stress, and seemingly meaningless tasks, it can be easy for one to feel lost and empty. Move beyond career success and access true mental wellness and personal fulfillment as we take you through the landscape of the emotions and personal discoveries that shape who we are. The Observatory podcast, is a space for authentic discussions, dedicated to helping you discover or rediscover meaning in your life. Rooted in the wisdom of their own experiences, our hosts Scott and LaRae Wright started their journeys as accomplished executives, with their successful and lucrative ...

In Hijacked, authors Peter H. Calfee and J. Kevin Dolan make a powerful case that America stands at a critical crossroads—facing political dysfunction, educational decay, eroded values, and an alarming loss of civil discourse. Through six foundational pillars—Critical Thinking, Education, Religion and Values, History, Political Systems, and Economic System—they trace how our republic has been quietly undermined from within. This isn’t a partisan rant—it’s a call to reflection and action. What eternal truths have we abandoned?

Across two thousand years, Seneca’s voice still reaches those who struggle to live with clarity in a chaotic world. Seneca’s Bridge to Serenity brings his ancient wisdom into the landscape of modern life, transforming timeless Stoic insights into vivid, relatable stories. Through powerful case studies drawn from today’s emotional and psychological realities, the audiobook reveals why Seneca’s reflections remain urgent: they speak not to an ancient empire, but to anyone seeking balance, purpose, and inner peace.

Millions of Americans see themselves as "conflicted omnivores," worrying about the ethical and environmental implications of their choice to eat animals. Yet their attempts to justify their choices only obscure the truth of the matter: in John Sanbonmatsu’s view, killing and eating animals is unethical, regardless of whether they are "free range" or factory farmed.

Plongez dans l'univers fascinant de "La somme de la perfection: Livre 2" de Geber, où la quête de la connaissance devient une aventure intellectuelle captivante. Ce traité, écrit avec une clarté délibérée, cache pourtant ses secrets les plus profonds derrière des mots soigneusement choisis. Geber, inspiré par une sagesse divine, guide les chercheurs de vérité à travers un labyrinthe de savoirs anciens, réservant ses révélations aux esprits perspicaces et déterminés.

What if everything you thought you knew about existence was hiding a disturbing truth? Every time you eat, you perform an act of destruction. Every breath you take requires the transformation of prior structure. Every thought in your mind has a physical cost. This is not philosophy or metaphor. It is thermodynamic law. In this groundbreaking work, Boris Kriger presents a unified theory of persistence that reveals why existence itself has a cost, and why that cost must be paid in transformed structure.

Phong Thủy Việt - Kênh chia sẻ kiến thức phong thủy truyền thống và hiện đại: phong thủy nhà ở, văn phòng, kinh doanh, tuổi tác, màu sắc, hướng nhà và các bí quyết ứng dụng phong thủy vào cuộc sống hàng ngày. Giúp bạn sống thuận, làm ăn phát, gia đình an khang.

What Makes a Good Day is a podcast for anyone who creates hosted by design professor Eric Benson (of the award-winning Climify podcast). Each episode tackles the ancient question that feels urgently contemporary: what constitutes a life worth living?What Makes a Good Day skips the productivity hacks and morning routine worship. Instead, I ask: are you living by your own values, or reacting to everyone else's expectations? Through conversations with creative practitioners who've figured a few things out, alongside insights from Stoic philosophy and contemporary psychology, we explore how small,...

This feed is only for the Beyond Belief: Fact Or Fiction episodes pulled from LIW Anthology Series Review. The show is hosted by Phoenix West and Dick Dickette. You can find the other Twilight Zone shows and more at LIWstudios.com