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This long-awaited second book by renowned spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle goes deeper into the teachings so eloquently and clearly expressed in his first book, The Power of Now.

This iconoclastic study was one of the most widely debated books of 2000. Finkelstein indicts with vigor and honesty those who exploit the tragedy of the Holocaust for their own personal political and financial gain. This new edition includes updated material discussing the initial reception to the book's publication. In a controversial new study, Norman G. Finkelstein moves from an interrogation of the place the Holocaust has come to occupy in American culture to a disturbing examination of recent Holocaust compensation agreements.

For centuries Christians have been tormented by one question above all, "If God is good and all-powerful, why does he allow his creatures to suffer pain?"

Sooner or later, we all confront situations with no easy way out. For human beings, sickness, old age, and death, either our own or someone else's, seem like insurmountable barriers. We all struggle to avoid these things, and the media encourages our pursuit, offering plastic surgery, exercise routines, and all manner of pills to achieve eternal youth. But sooner or later, we need to realize that old age and suffering are not going to magically dissolve.

From one of America's most celebrated psychiatrists, the book that has taught generations of healers why healing the sick is about more than just diagnosing their illness. Modern medicine treats sick patients like broken machines -- figure out what is physically wrong, fix it, and send the...

Suffering, in one form or another, is present in all of our lives. But why do we suffer? On one reading, this is a question about the causes of physical and emotional suffering. On another, it is a question about whether suffering has a point or purpose or value. In this groundbreaking book, Michael Brady argues that suffering is vital for the development of virtue, and hence for us to live happy or flourishing lives.

In 1823, Tennessee historian John Haywood encapsulated a foundational sentiment among the white citizenry of Tennessee when he wrote of a "long continued course of aggression and sufferings" between whites and Native Americans. According to F. Evan Nooe, "aggression" and "sufferings" are broad categories that can be used to represent the framework of factors contributing to the coalescence of the white South.

""A breakthrough book. In a world of increasingly specialized knowledge, it takes a particular gift and some stubbornness to cut across the fields of neuroscience, psychiatry, philosophy and psychology and to ask the fundamental question: Why it is that we can allow our best selves to be...

This course is recommended for anyone who has reflected on God and suffering. Explore the approaches to suffering found in the Bible with gifted presenter Fr. Robin Ryan, CP, PhD. You will examine the classical Christian perspectives on God found in the writings of Augustine and Thomas Aquinas and then explore the insights of significant Jewish and Christian thinkers who have reflected on God and suffering in modern times.

This poignant memoir, originating from the tumultuous period of 1812 and published in the 1840s, offers a stark contrast to our modern materialism and comfort. The narrative, both personal and formal, tells the story of a foot soldier navigating the untamed Midwest—just after the Louisiana Purchase—facing off against British, Canadian, and Native mercenaries. It’s a tale of disillusionment as young men, sent to battle seasoned adversaries, find themselves abandoned by their country when success proves elusive. The harsh realities of war and the true costs of their struggle ...

This show is dedicated to be a platform and a voice for men who do not feel they have one. We will discuss very real topics such as: domestic violence, divorce court, custody & parent alienation, and of course - seeking justice from false allegations. Every show will have a different guest telling their story. And hopefully we will bring more awareness to a very real, rising problem in today’s society. Men can be victims too.

Welcome to the new podcast from the Center for Reducing Suffering. Our mission is to reduce severe suffering, taking all sentient beings into account. We develop ethical views that give priority to suffering, and research how to best reduce suffering. Our top priority is to avoid worst-case futures. We are working on a new podcast, and in the meantime we're delighted to share the full audiobook of Avoiding the Worst: How to Prevent a Moral Catastrophe by Tobias Baumann. Subscribe now so you don't miss our new episodes when they are ready.

Entertainment is more digital than ever and we're here to talk about bits of it. The good bits, the bad bits and the bits that make you roll your eyes and say "Really?"Join us for a weekly or so discussion on games, movies, music and whatever other topics we stumble upon during our undrunken ramblings!

Adversity is the common thread throughout the lives of all living human beings. This human condition can either make us or break us. Nothing great comes easy and it's the overcoming of adversity that makes us who we are. Living by the ethos Suffering is THE way to sustainable success and the path to greatness. Always remember Mike Failace.

When we think about whether we are good people leading a good life, we usually think about actions. Bad people do bad things that hurt others. Good people do good things that help others, and they avoid doing bad things. Simple. But while our actions certainly have consequences, today our inactions have far greater and far graver consequences. Bad actions can result in the suffering of a few or several dozen others; inaction can result in the extreme misery of thousands.

This podcast is about syria. A country which nowadays seems forgotten and left alone. Hopefully we can draw more attention to syrias struggles by talking about them.

The 21st century is a critical time for our environment. Global warming, pollution, deforestation: the problems are large, and it's easy to feel helpless. Yet it's important not to get lost in despair; we can be serious about environmental problems and still be joyful. This ability is crucial not only for dealing with the environment, but also with spiritual practice.

Why do things happen the way they do in our lives? How do we create the causes for a happy life? The Buddhist practice of mind training gives us the answer to these questions: it involves overcoming our self-centered attitude and replacing it with an attitude that cherishes others. This, in turn, leads us to act in ways that naturally lead away from suffering and toward happiness—in short, to create good karma.

From Suffering to Serenity: Find Peace in the Chaos” is a transformative podcast that explores the journey of individuals navigating through life’s challenges and hardships to ultimately discover inner tranquility. The podcast offers a unique blend of motivational insights, practical tips, and profound reflections, aiming to inspire listeners to overcome adversity and find solace within themselves. Whether discussing mental health, relationships, or personal development, ”From Suffering to Serenity” provides a comforting space for contemplation and encourages listeners to embark on ...

A podcast discussing the themes in the "Creating Autistic Suffering" article series on emergentdivergence.com. This series looks at the reasons behind Autistic suffering and negative outcomes in life, and how we can change society to better accommodate the Autistic neurotype. Please note this series comes with a general Trigger Warning as many of the subjects discussed could be upsetting to some people.