Havelock Ellis' reputation has been in free fall since his death in 1939. Though still acknowledged as a pioneer in the study of human sexuality, he now evokes hostility from those he would have considered his natural heirs. Feminist authors have been particularly critical, identifying him as the kind of friend women would have done well to ignore. While there is no need to put Ellis back on his pedestal, it is clear that recent interpretations underestimate his significance for progressive politics on both sides of the Atlantic. This book examines the many areas to which he contributed (preventive medicine, progressive penology, internationalism, the championing of Ibsen and Nietzsche, as well as feminism and human sexuality) and argues that the vision unifying his endeavors was rooted in the radical generational movement which swept through London in the late nineteenth century. This approach offers both appreciation of Ellis and a richer, more realistic view of the progressive tradition itself.
In a world where chaos often reigns, inner peace seems more elusive than ever. The 48 Laws of Peace offers a roadmap to tranquility, using time-tested wisdom from Stoic philosophy and practical, modern-day strategies to help you find balance, clarity, and lasting calm. Inspired by the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, each law provides a clear, actionable step to mastering your inner world and, ultimately, living a life of unshakable peace. This book reveals how to: Master your inner realm by governing your thoughts and desires. Embrace what you cannot change, aligning your will with the natural flow of life. Find strength in simplicity, freeing yourself from the complexity that fuels anxiety. Let go of ego, which so often stands between you and true peace. Cultivate patience and humility as powerful tools for personal growth and resilience. Whether you are seeking practical advice to navigate a chaotic world or are drawn to Stoicism's profound wisdom, this book will guide you toward finding peace within yourself, no matter the external storms. With captivating stories, inspirational quotes, and powerful lessons, The 48 Laws of Peace helps you break free from the endless pursuit of perfection, showing you how to build a foundation of inner calm in an often unpredictable life. If you're inspired by Meditations by Marcus Aurelius, fascinated by The Power of Stoicism, or searching for rules to cultivate peace and clarity, this book is your guide to a life of serenity and balance.
The Path to Inner Peace: Finding Serenity in a Busy World by Nolan Blackwood delves into the timeless quest for inner peace, a pursuit spanning across spiritual, cultural, and psychological landscapes. In an era marked by mounting stress and physiological ailments, this book bridges ancient spiritual wisdom with contemporary scientific research. Blackwood explores how the principles of Zen Buddhism, particularly meditation practices, align with cognitive psychology and physiology to foster a state of inner calm. This reflective review not only highlights the profound benefits of finding inner peace but also underscores the emerging alliance between traditional practices and modern science. The Path to Inner Peace offers readers practical insights and interventions to navigate the complexities of modern life, ultimately guiding them towards a more serene and fulfilling existence.
This annual bestselling resource for preachers provides a planned preaching program for an entire year, including Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and midweek sermons as well as helps for special occasions such as weddings, funerals, and youth meetings.
Embark on a profound journey into the depths of meditation with "Whispers of Serenity." In this illuminating exploration, discover the timeless wisdom of ancient traditions woven seamlessly with modern practices. Each chapter guides you through the intricacies of mindfulness, breath awareness, and loving-kindness, inviting you to embrace the present moment and navigate the complexities of your inner landscape with courage and compassion. As you immerse yourself in the transformative power of meditation, you'll uncover a treasure trove of insights and awaken to the boundless potential that lies within. Let "Whispers of Serenity" be your companion on the path to inner peace and self-discovery.
In making love, one is elevated beyond the carnal desires it satisfies. For the religious, it is Divine; for those who are not religiously inclined, it is still a spiritual experience, one of seamless solidarity, a unity of two as one that defies mere orgasmic stimulation. You don’t have to make love to have sex. Even strangers can be sexually attracted and have an orgasmic escapade. But in the act of making love, there is symbolic meaning that is felt through-and-through the sex act. Two in love are joined, in life, and the sexual expression of this unison is deeply felt in the sex act itself. This is sexual intimacy, the making of love, the likes of which is rarely, if ever, seen outside a loving relationship. There is no escape from the philosophical dimensions of such a loving relationship. It is as abstract as it is concrete in the ideals that ground it. There is a mystery about it, a kind of transcendent experience that defies translation into words. Making and being in love are thus joined at the hip. Loving relationships make the bed in which true lovers sleep. Unfortunately, many relationships flounder or never get off the ground. Just having sex may ease the tension, but it then becomes a means, not truly an end-in-itself. The moment the sex act ends, the couple may retreat and fall into discord. It is an oasis in a barren desert that provides temporary relief, a titillating, temporary escape from reality. This book can help you to overcome the obstacles, the unlovable habits that encumber your relationship, both inside and outside the bedroom. It can help to create the harmonic balance between your sex life and other aspects of your personal and interpersonal relationships, which are preludes to making and being in love. To accomplish this, it applies a five-step method based on Logic-Based Therapy & Consultation (LBTC), a popular form of evidence-based, philosophical counseling modality. First, it introduces you to six types of unlovable ways of thinking and acting and helps you to identify the ones that may be sabotaging your own relationship. Second, it shows you how to counter these self-defeating habits with certain lovable goals (“virtues of love”). Third, it helps you to identify and embrace a personal “love philosophy” that empowers you to reach for your lovable goals. Fourth, it provides core philosophical ideas that are key to any successful quest for romantic love. Fifth, it helps you construct a behavioral plan that applies your philosophies to making constructive changes in your relationship. The latter may require making changes both inside and outside your relationship. Thus, this book also shows you how the problems you are having in one area of your life (at work, in your social life, etc.) can affect the quality of your relationship, inside and outside the bedroom, and it offers guidance, including self-improvement exercises, to overcome these impediments and attain enduring love and sexual intimacy.
Do yo ever yearn for a life filled with meaning, purpose and deeper connection? Imagine waking up every day to a life you love. Believe it, receive it. "Listening to the Whispers of the Seven Attentions" isn't just a book; it's a gentle guide, holding your hand as you navigate the beautiful landscape your inner world. Think of this book as your compass, pointing you towards hidden treasures. Through practical exercises and heartfelt wisdom, it offers keys to unlock doors you never knew existed - deeper mindfulness, emotional balance and harmony in your life. Imagine embarking on a journey, where each chapter becomes a stepping stone to greater awareness and self compassion. You'll learn to listen to the subtle whispers of the seven attentions, uncovering layers of your being that hold secrets to a more fulfilling and happy life. More than just knowledge, this book offers practical tools to cultivate your inner garden. No matter where you are on your path, this book offers a truly personalized and unique tools. So, take a deep breath, open your heart and start listening. The Whispers of the Seven Attentions are waiting to guide you on a compassionate journey towards a life overflowing with self-love, inner peace, and a deeper connection to your true self and the universe around you. Start Your Dream Life! Order Your Copy Now!
God wants to take us on a pilgrimage to a place where hopelessness is replaced by hope, and death is traded for life. In this 365 day devotional, we read how words spoken from respect and wisdom, darkness is exchanged for God's light, depression is substituted for action and service, and addiction is swapped for recovery. We climb into Jesus' lap to find rest and peace simply because we can. The meditations are our story. An imperfect journey, by imperfect people, into the loving arms of the Father. We have been saved by the blood of Jesus and encouraged by the Holy Spirit to continue the recovery journey on his way, not ours. Serenity is possible, because all things are possible for those who believe in Christ Jesus.
Raymond Towers has dedicated is adult life to the study of martial arts under the tutelage of some of the most renowned teachers in the world today. He dedicates this book to all his teachers and students who have for the last forty five years taught him so much about martial arts and himself. As the title suggests this small book is a meditation, a product of deep thought and reflection. True authenticity, the true self; yielding is complete, the ego is quieted, the monkey mind still, the order and wisdom of nature is a given. One stands humbly upon the path, feeling if only for an instant the peace of not seeking and the gentle embrace of health and wholeness.
Sexual Progressives is a major new study of the feminists and socialists who campaigned against the moral conservatism of the Victorian period. Drawing on a range of sources, from letters and diaries to radical newspapers and utopian novels, it provides the first group portrait of Scotland’s hitherto neglected sexual rebels. They include Bella and Charles Pearce, prominent Glasgow socialists and disciples of an American-based mystic who taught that religion needed ‘re-sexed’; Jane Hume Clapperton, a feminist freethinker with advanced views on birth-control and women’s right to sexual pleasure; and Patrick Geddes, founder of an avant-garde Edinburgh subculture and co-author of an influential scientific book on sex. A consideration of their lives and work forces a reappraisal of our understanding of British sexual progressivism during this period and will therefore be of interest to all historians of modern gender and sexuality.
