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People care so much about their popularity, their appearance, and their status. They care about what people think, whether others approve, and how they measure up. What’s more, people buy things to appear successful and even lower their personal standards to gain acceptance. But how are you viewed by the person you spend the most amount of time with — yourself?

It’s easy to lose sight of the things that you can’t see — like love, trust, and honor. They’re like the air we breathe: invisible, yet fundamental to who we are and what we do. The same goes for values. Often unnoticed, they drive our decisions, shape our lives, define what’s important, and help set priorities to keep us on course. Think of your values as your mind’s operating system, subtly guiding your thoughts, choices, and actions. They shape your identity, clarify your sense of right and wrong, and provide you with a sense of purpose.

The Path to a Meaningful Life by Frank Sonnenberg contains over 60 powerful essays that will change the way you think about life.

Almost everyone knows what a Good Samaritan is—someone who helps those in need, especially strangers. But in Jesus’ day, it was a contradiction in terms. Samaritans weren’t good; they were half-breeds and heretics. To the Jews, a Samaritan was more likely to be the villain than the hero. The Parable of the Good Samaritan is set on the Jericho Road. Finding a robbery victim there wouldn’t be unusual. A Samaritan helping such a victim would be. So, what made the Good Samaritan good? Our answer is in the subtitle: Awakening To Life’s Brutal Realities.

In Greek, the original language of the New Testament, the word for truth is aletheia, which also means reality. In the Book of John we read that Jesus referred to himself as the truth. He did not say that he knew the truth--but that he was the truth. When Jesus called himself the true bread, the true vine, and true food and drink, he was also calling himself the real bread, the real vine, and real food and drink.

Luke opens The Book of Acts with this: “The first account I composed, Theophilus, about all that Jesus began to do and teach, until the day when he was taken up to heaven, after he had by the Holy Spirit given orders to the apostles whom He had chosen.” (Acts 1:1-2) Luke’s Gospel documents all that Jesus began to do and teach in his physical body from his birth through his resurrection. His second account, the Book of Acts, tells what Jesus continued to do and teach through the ministry of the Holy Spirit in his new, mystical body, the Church.

The Song of Songs is the tender tale about a monarch and a maiden, a king and his captivating bride. It tells the story of the two lovers that inspired the greatest love song ever written. Viewed by some as a rather obscure book of the Bible, with eyes to see, it is perhaps the most profound book in all of Scripture that reveals the passionate, intimate, and jealous love that God has for his people. As such, it is a book to be savored, meditated upon, and experienced, because intimacy with God can be discovered individually only through life-changing, personal, one-on-one encounters with Him.

The author introduces the main theme of the book, which is the connection between Stoicism, the 12 steps, and free-range spirituality. He shares his personal story of addiction and recovery, and how he discovered the common thread that flows through these frameworks. He explains that they all emphasize acceptance, self-awareness, ethical principles, transcendence of ego, and inner transformation. He also clarifies that he is not promoting any specific religion or dogma, but rather a way of living that can help anyone find serenity in sobriety.

Role models don’t have to be rich, powerful, or famous. They don’t have to be the most attractive, wear the fanciest clothes, or drive the most expensive cars. They are as commonplace as a family member, business colleague, or even the person next door. But they represent someone very special in your life and in the lives of others.

Jesus was a master storyteller, and his characters are well known, even to those who have never cracked the cover of a Bible. His famous Parable of the Prodigal Son features two sons and their father. The brothers represent the range of human behavior, from rebellious to self-righteous. Their father represents a father who deeply loves his children, regardless of how they act.

Think about all the time that you spend taking care of your body: the organic food, the vitamin supplements, and—who can forget—the exercise! Do you focus the same amount of attention on your personal development? The fact is, your mindset matters more than you think.

Ever notice how your brilliance amplifies when in a good mood? What if you could tap into that heightened state, no matter the circumstances? "Unconditional Power" by Steven Gaffney reveals the path to such a life of triumph, rooted not in external factors, but in your chosen mindset. This transformative book will guide you through practical methods for tapping into your inner power at a moment's notice. Master nine proven, easy-to-adopt behaviors that will empower you to maintain a resilient state even in the face of adversity as a leader.

I’ll let you in on a little secret. If you want to achieve your lifelong dreams, the key is to live a life of honor and integrity. While most people would agree that being a principled individual is an admirable goal, you may be unconvinced that it can actually produce the results that you desire. Listen to Your Conscience: That’s Why You Have One will prove to you that living a life of honor and integrity will help you reach your goals. Better yet, it will show you how!

Why our current system of higher education is financially and morally unsustainable and how to address the crisis with the creative implementation of digital technologies. For too long, our system of higher education has been defined by scarcity: scarcity in enrollment, scarcity in instruction, and scarcity in credentials. In addition to failing students professionally, this system has exacerbated social injustice and socioeconomic stratification across the globe.

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This book takes a broad look at all the issues that stand between you and a good night’s rest. It then offers solutions that will help you to cultivate a structure in your daily life that is conducive to sleep. By changing the habits that are detrimental to sleep and implementing good sleep hygiene, it is possible to improve the quality of sleep and sleep for longer. The health benefits from getting enough quality sleep are worth the effort to start making the changes, even if it means doing some things that might be considered unconventional.

Success starts with mindset. It starts with your thoughts. In order to be successful, you must harness the ability to think positively. Your thoughts control you, captivate your mind. What you feed your mind directly correlates to how you feel, and by extension, the actions you take. If you feed your mind insults and limiting beliefs, that is what your end result will be.

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Do you feel like time is never enough? Do you find yourself often working overtime but still being unable to complete your daily tasks? Do you feel overwhelmed by the chaos of your life? We live in a workaholic world where everyone of us is pushed to the limit, everyone is required to always do more, and more is never enough. If you focus on mere amount of work instead of its effectiveness, you are creating with your own hands the stressful and self-destructive environment you are experiencing now. If that is the way you feel then, don't blame the world, but your mindset.