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Osho is known around the world for his pioneering contribution to meditation - the science of inner transformation - with the unique approach of his "Osho Active Meditations" acknowledging the accelerated pace of the contemporary world and bringing meditation into modern life. Based on the Seven Points of Mind Training by the 11th-century Buddhist mystic Atisha, The Book of Wisdom removes the dust of tradition that has gathered around meditation, conveying the essential science and methodology of the practice with a freshness and spontaneity that is rarely found in contemporary spiritual works.

In this fascinating book, New Yorker business columnist James Surowiecki explores a deceptively simple idea: Large groups of people are smarter than an elite few, no matter how brilliant–better at solving problems, fostering innovation, coming to wise decisions, even predicting the future...

Originally published in 1911 as a delightful gift for admirers of G.K. Chestertons work, this charming collection brings together twelve essays from The Defendant, Varied Types, and Tremendous Trifles. Each piece offers a glimpse into the unique perspective and intricate character of Chesterton, showcasing the wit and wisdom that have captivated readers for generations. Join us as we explore the margins of his thought and the distinctive flavor of his literary voice. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)

'The two foes of human happiness are pain and boredom.' Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) was one of the most influential philosophers of the 19th century because his humanistic, atheistic, if pessimistic views chimed with a new secularism that was emerging from a Western society dominated by religion. Despite his rather forbidding image (and a few outdated views), he is one of the most approachable German philosophers, and this is certainly evident in these two key works, The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims.

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Will Rogers - pithy, political, and plainspoken - was one of the finest entertainers of his generation. As a great American humorist, it was considered an honor to be made fun of by him. By the time of his death in 1935, he had traveled the globe three times, written some four thousand articles, and was one of America's highest-paid film stars. He began his act in Vaudeville by saying, "All I know is what I read in the papers," while idly swinging a lasso he used for rope tricks.

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Join hosts Net & Nettie and engage in authentic, insightful, and unfiltered conversations about life’s simple and complex challenges. Become empowered, challenged, inspired and entertained as we celebrate the diverse experiences of guests and listeners!

This podcast is a place where widows and others can come to feel less alone. A safe place to process and share all the feelings, emotions and other shit that comes with being a widow. This is podcast that I, as new widow needed desperately and could have turned to for comfort, understanding, information and a laugh. A place where anyone can come to learn what grief really looks like in hopes that they can be more understanding, empathetic, patient, and helpful to anyone around them going through this shit too. Grief sucks, but it sucks worse when those around you don't get it.

They say that only truck drivers experience the true grandeur and landscape of America. In A Trucker's Tale, Ed Miller gives an inside look at the allure of the work and the colorful characters who haul our goods on the open road. He shares what it was like to grow up in a trucking family, his experience as an equipment officer in Vietnam, and the trials and tribulations of life as a trucker. His tales are often funny, sometimes sad, cringeworthy, or unbelievable. Many are the results of what he calls "just plain stupidity."

Welcome to Katha Meetha . We are two siblings, Yusef and Zubi. We have always been pretty close and our relationship fluctuates between parental and sibling-like. We recently lost our mother to a drunk driving related accident. This has been seismic and we thought this may be a creative outlet as well as a way to heal together and share some of our knowledge about a variety of topics, in a fun way, and hopefully create a community. Join us as we talk about everything in a real-life practical way about personal finance, budgeting, healthcare, whole health, grief, mental health, anxiety, ...

Experience firsthand the story of one of the most remarkable and influential figures in history through his very own words. Left incomplete at the time of his death, "The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin" remains a seminal and iconic piece of autobiography that has shaped generations.

Kerry, Andrew and Chris sit down for a drink and ramble through the world of sports, politics, philosophy and everything in between! Come hang out with the guys as they bounce from topic to topic dropping wit, drinking whiskey and dishing out wisdom. They're all over the place and sure to spark some conversation! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theupsetpicks/support