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Never before has there been a greater need for deeper listening and more open communication to cope with the complex problems facing our organizations, businesses, and societies. Renowned scientist David Bohm believed there was a better way for humanity to discover meaning and to achieve harmony. He identified creative dialogue, a sharing of assumptions and understanding, as a means by which the individual, and society as a whole, can learn more about themselves and others, and achieve a renewed sense of purpose.

Stein on Writing provides immediately useful advice for writers of fiction and nonfiction, whether newcomers or accomplished professionals. As Sol Stein, renowned editor, author, and instructor, explains, "This is not a book of theory. It is a book of usable solutions, how to fix writing that is flawed, how to improve writing that is good, how to create interesting writing in the first place."

There is one sure-fire way of improving your novel fast...You may know the fundamentals of how to write fiction. You may be more than competent in plot, structure and characters. But if your dialogue is dull it will drag the whole story down...Don't sabotage your chances of selling your work to readers or publishers because the dialogue is unexceptional. Dazzle them with what the characters say. How to Write Dazzling Dialogue will give you the tools to do it.

Imagined by one of the world's leading experts on Buddhism, this fictionalized conversation presents the essential biography of its famously wise founder. A relaxed chat with the Buddha tells us what he thought about impermanence, karma, mindfulness, compassion, love, and everything else that leads us toward a true understanding of ourselves and the cosmos.

This book opens the doors to one of the strangest puzzles in contemporary consciousness research: why do so many people who take DMT report meeting autonomous “entities” that feel intelligent, alien and uncannily real? Structured around a series of live dialogues between scientists, shamans, philosophers and seasoned psychonauts, it sounds like a four-day symposium captured in words.

In his dialogues, the Stoic philosopher Seneca outlines his thoughts on how to live in a troubled world. Tutor to the young emperor Nero, Seneca wrote practical philosophical exercises that draw upon contemporary Roman life and illuminate the intellectual concerns of the day. The dialogues also have much to say to the modern listener, as they range widely across subjects such as the shortness of life, tranquility of mind, anger, mercy, happiness, and grief at the loss of a loved one.

In Dialogue on Orators, Tacitus presents a conversation about the art and philosophy of rhetoric. Four characters discuss the merits and pitfalls of oration and poetry, debating one another’s point of view. With this text, Tacitus follows in the tradition and structure of Cicero, the great orator. It marks a distinct change in style from Tacitus’ longform historical works, Germania and Agricola.

In Truth Matters, Cornel West and Robert P. George address a range of social issues on which Americans today are bitterly divided. Their book models robust intellectual engagement and civil discourse as they explore vital questions surrounding the idea of truth and its foundational role in our lives.

SymbiCare Dialogue is a thought-provoking podcast series by Symbiosis International (Deemed University) that explores well-being beyond health. Hosted by Dr. Ruchi Kher Jaggi and guided by Dr. Rajiv Yeravdekar, Provost – Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, the series engages experts and changemakers in conversations on the many dimensions of women’s well-being — from physical, emotional, and mental health to financial, legal, digital, vocational, environmental, and spiritual wellness.Through insightful discussions, SymbiCare Dialogue aims to educate, engage, and empower individuals ...

Dialogue on Teaching, hosted by Nancy Lynne Westfield, Ph.D., is the monthly podcast of The Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion. Amplifying the Wabash Center’s mission, the podcast focuses upon issues of teaching and learning in theology and religion within colleges, universities and seminaries. The podcast series will feature dialogues with faculty teaching in a wide range of institutional contexts. The conversation will illumine the teaching life.Webinar Producer: Rachel Mills Sound Engineer: Dr. Paul O. Myhre Original Podcast music by Dr. Paul O. Myhre

The Dialogue connects a very diverse group of learning leaders from all over the world who are tackling complex learning, leadership, and impact challenges. Join us in a roundtable to discuss the latest trends, to share your lessons learned and successes, and to problem-solve real-world challenges and dilemmas. The Dialogue is also a master class with its conveners. Karen Watkins and Reda Sadki, co-creators of the Foundation, explore and demonstrate how to apply The Foundation’s unique approach to learning, leadership, and impact in the Digital Age to real-world challenges.

Diamond Dialogues provides the alpha on fantasy baseball happening on the Blockchain.

Welcome to Deep Dialogues on Human Behaviour and Mind Dynamics Podcast, where Dr. Inderdeep Kaur and Rabjot Singh guide you through the maze of emotions towards a life of peace and empowerment. In a world where handling emotions is often a daunting task, many succumb to life's complexities and find themselves trapped in unchanging patterns. With no formal education in life skills, people struggle to navigate through adversities, leading to distress and despair. But fear not! Our podcast is here to break the cycle of limited thinking and equip you with the tools to conquer life's challenges ...

People should see that gender is not as limited as most people think, and they shouldn't ask intrusive questions. Michael does "The Work" on people who won't respect his privacy with intrusive questions about his gender and body. He wants people to see him as the man he is, instead of the woman he pretended to be for so long. This program involves a number of role plays with Katie.

Join two “Faithful Friends”–faithful to G-d, and good friends, Rabbi Edelstein and Deacon Anthony Cullen, as they try to better understand themselves by understanding each other. As clergy, they are building bridges in the community; as friends, they are really just two theology and religion nerds who want to have interesting conversations and thought other folks might be interested to hear them too.

How to turn professional experience into practical knowledge? How to reflect over one’s professional practice in order to improve it? How to further develop a practitioner’s responseAbility when facing challenging situations? Already Aristotle spoke of practical knowledge in terms of prudence or practical wisdom (phronesis), a notion which is also reflected in the term Bildung. In this podcast, the hosts prof. Michael Noah Weiss and prof. Guro Hansen Helskog are examining central aspects of this knowledge form and its relevance in professional studies by talking to different scholars who ...

A podcast outlining careers in the green economy to enhance dialogue between South African and American youth! Hosted by Janavi Da Silva, Human Capacity Development Specialist for the Green Economy. This podcast was funded by a grant from the United States Department of State. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of State.”

The extraordinary and exciting story of East Germany's first Black police officer, coming soon to Disney Plus! Samuel Meffire grew up as a Black German in East Germany and, against all odds, became East Germany's first black police officer. In the nineties, marked by upheaval and unrest, he was...

As the world turns its eyes to COP30 in the Amazon, and Australia puts forward its bid to host COP31, SBS Portuguese’s new podcast series "Green Shift" brings together scientists, leaders, artists, researchers and innovators from Brazil and Australia who are changing the future of our planet. From clean energy solutions to soil regeneration, ocean protection and the return to Indigenous ancestral knowledge, "Green Shift" explores Brazil and Australia’s environmental leadership. "Green Shift" is an invitation to listen to some of the brightest and most visionary minds of the Southern ...

Não importa com quem você esteja falando, Discuta menos, dialogue mais apresenta formulações e estratégias que mudarão para sempre a maneira como você se comunica. Uma das principais referências no campo da comunicação, o advogado Jefferson Fisher desenvolveu, testou e comprovou uma estrutura para você aprimorar conversas e transformar seus relacionamentos e sua vida.