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Based on the acclaimed book The Unseen Architecture: Why Your Life Feels the Way It Does and How to Move Again, this podcast reveals a powerful unified model of human distress.Anxiety, addiction, burnout, and emotional collapse are not personal failures — they are navigational breakdowns within the hidden structures of the self.Through clear psychological insight and real-world application, Richard Landis maps the internal architecture that shapes identity, meaning, and direction. Each episode moves beyond symptom management to help listeners understand the lawful patterns beneath their ...

Discover the profound and inspiring lives of the Desert Fathers and Mothers, early Christians who chose to leave the comforts of society in pursuit of spiritual salvation in the arid landscapes of Egypt and Palestine. This captivating collection, rendered by Challoner, provides a refreshing and engaging style that brings their timeless wisdom and experiences to life, making it a delight to read and listen to. (Summary by a LibriVox Volunteer)

In 1933, Forman Brown, writing as Richard Meeker, released the groundbreaking novel Better Angel. This poignant story follows a young mans journey to embrace his homosexuality, making it a landmark work that presents the gay experience in a positive and affirming light. Regarded as the first American novel to do so, it challenges societal norms and offers a compelling narrative that resonates even today. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Dive into a captivating collection of historical tales where commoners don the guise of royalty and kings slip into the shoes of the everyday. Discover the intriguing story of a Dutch merchant who sought a kiss from the disguised wife of Peter the Great, and unravel the mystery surrounding a farmers daughter born in 1750 in England, whose fame spread far and wide, even as rumors of her death were met with disbelief. Explore early legends of vampires and ghosts, and uncover the answers to these tales and more within this fascinating book. (Summary by mleigh)

The State of the Union address is a pivotal moment where the President of the United States addresses a joint session of Congress, typically delivered annually. This address not only evaluates the nations current status but also provides the President with a platform to outline their legislative agenda and national priorities, seeking collaboration from Congress. In this collection, youll find the recorded addresses from President Richard Nixon. - Summary by KevinS

Dive into a thought-provoking critique of classical socialism through a series of engaging letters addressed to Mr. Smith. Authored by the former editor of the New York-based Common Cause magazine, this work offers insightful commentary and analysis that challenges conventional perspectives. Summary by KevinS.

Dive into the profound insights of Richard Sibbes, a 17th-century Puritan pastor and theologian, through his renowned work, The Bruised Reed. Drawing inspiration from Matthew 1220, which states, A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory, Sibbes addresses the fears and despondency that often plague Christians. He beautifully illustrates Christs gentleness and mercy, offering solace to those who feel small and weak. The Bruised Reed is a treasure trove of soul-comfort, making it an essential read for anyone grappling with ...

The question of Irish home rule was the pivotal political issue in British and Irish politics from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Published in 1887, this collection showcases compelling articles advocating for the measure. Although Irish home rule was officially sanctioned in 1914, its implementation was postponed until after World War I. The authors aim to address the complex issues surrounding the governance of Ireland with a balanced perspective, offering this volume to the public in hopes of steering thoughtful discussion back to the foundational principles that underpin these matters,...

Two mates got sober, got happy & got a mic. Join Rich & Ben each week as they discuss entering the chino-clad stages of middle-aged dom, as two alcohol & substance free guys.The ups & downs of life, making better choices & the happy glow of their new lives.If you're sober, sober curious, or just enjoy a giggle, hop on board.Honest chat, no preaching & big laughs with Rich & Ben, The Sober Men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

knLes clés d'une communication respectueuse de soi et des autres, au travail, à la maison ou dans des situations de stress. Et si vous pouviez désamorcer les tensions et parvenir à une entente même dans les situations les plus délicates, simplement en changeant votre façon de vous exprimer ? C'est ce à quoi Marshall Rosenberg s'est consacré toute sa vie : la résolution pacifique des conflits au sein des familles, des écoles, des entreprises, des gouvernements, et ce dans plus de trente pays sur les cinq continents.

Devenez l'architecte de choix avec le best-seller #1 du New York Times ! Chaque jour nous faisons des choix - sur ce qu'il faut acheter ou manger, sur des investissements financiers ou sur la santé et l'éducation de nos enfants. Malheureusement, il nous arrive de prendre de mauvaises décisions. Vous avez une merveilleuse opportunité de découvrir comment nous faisons ces choix et comment nous pouvons en faire de meilleurs à l'aide du livre audio "Nudge : la méthode douce pour inspirer la bonne décision" de Richard Thaler et Cass Sunstein.

Cdr. Richard Jadick's story is one of the most extraordinary to come out of the war in Iraq. At 38, the last place the Navy doctor was expected to be was on the front lines. He was too old to be called up, but not too old to volunteer. In November 2004, with the military reeling from an acute doctor shortage, Jadick chose to accompany the First Battalion, Eighth Marine Regiment (the "1/8") to Iraq.

The preeminent sociologist Richard Sennett traces the anguished relation between how cities are built and how people live in them, from ancient Athens to twenty-first-century Shanghai. He shows how Paris, Barcelona, and New York City assumed their modern forms; rethinks the reputations of Jane Jacobs, Lewis Mumford, and others; and takes us on a tour of emblematic contemporary locations, from the backstreets of Medellin, Colombia, to Google headquarters in Manhattan.

Discussions of the Bible and human sexuality often focus on a scattered handful of specific passages. But arguments about this same set of verses have reached an impasse, two leading biblical scholars believe; these debates are missing the forest for the trees. In this learned and beautifully written book, Richard and Christopher Hays explore a more expansive way of listening to the overarching story that scripture tells. They remind us of a dynamic and gracious God who is willing to change his mind, consistently broadening his grace to include more and more people.

Richard Dawkins transformed our view of God in his blockbuster, The God Delusion, which sold millions of copies in English alone. He revolutionized the way we see natural selection in the seminal bestseller The Selfish Gene. Now, he launches a fierce counterattack against proponents of...

Buried deep within the consciousness of Sergeant Raymond Shaw is the mechanism of an assassin, a time bomb ticking toward explosion, controlled by the delicate skill of its Communist masters. Shaw returns from the Korean War to an idolizing and unsuspecting country. What follows is at once a spy story, a love story, and a sobering, yet outrageously funny satire on demagoguery in American politics.

The Black River Irregulars has made a name for itself as a mercenary company that gets things done regardless of the risk. They know the streets of Corvis, the City of Ghosts, better than anyone. But they aren’t in Corvis anymore. When the Black River Irregulars take on a job in the war-torn nation of Llael, they quickly get in over their heads. What begins as a simple search for an antique book becomes a fight for their lives when the Nightmare Empire of Cryx sends its own agents to seize the book.

Forged in the fires of conflict, the Iron Kingdoms is a fantastic realm where the combined power of magic and technology thunders across a landscape shaped by war. Dominating the field of battle are rare individuals who have mastered both arcane and martial combat and who boldly lead mighty armies in the ongoing struggle to claim victory over these ancient lands. In the Undercity of Corvis, where mercenaries and criminals blur the lines between them, a ruthless crime lord has made a bold move to establish a stranglehold on Corvis’ underworld and make it his own.

Magic, the occult, the mystical - is there anything behind those words? If there is, is it anything beyond horror-movie cliches? People the world over have always known and interacted with these hidden forces. But in our culture, there are very few ways to sort out truth from nonsense. In this book, Richard Smoley, an expert on the occult, delves into the world of mind power, magic, suggestion, and the realms of the unseen. He speaks simply and clearly, in common-sense terms, about these mysterious forces, how they can work for you, and what you need to avoid.

For centuries, clothing has been a wearable status symbol; fashion, a weapon in struggles for social change; and dress codes, a way to maintain political control. Dress codes evolved along with the social and political ideals of the day, but they always reflected struggles for power and status.