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  Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu - (Lao...

  j.h.mcdonald

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  Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu (Lao Tsu) (Laozi) Tao De Ching 
  Tao Te Ching - Written by Lao-Tzu 
  A Translation for the PUBLIC DOMAIN 
  by j.h.mcdonald, 1996 
    
  READ by Dr. Paul E Calarco, Jr. 
    
  The Tao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese philosophical text, with its earliest known origins 4th century BC. Traditionally attributed to Laozi, meaning "Old Master," though the historical existence of this figure is debated. The text offers guidance on living in harmony with the "Tao" (meaning "The Way") - the underlying order of the universe, emphasizing concepts like simplicity, non-action (Wu Wei), and self-restraint, with the goal of achieving inner peace and balance through a life of naturalness and compassion; considered a central text of Taoism, containing 81 short chapters filled with aphorisms and parables.  
    
  It can be translated as The Classic of the Way and its Power, The Book of the Tao and Its Virtue, The Book of the Way and of Virtue, The Tao and its Characteristics, The Canon of Reason and Virtue, The Classic Book of Integrity and the Way, or A Treatise on the Principle and Its Action. 
  Wu Wei (Non-action): Letting things unfold naturally without forceful intervention.  
  Humility: Avoiding arrogance and striving for simplicity.  
  Inner peace: Cultivating a calm and balanced state of mind. 
  Influence: Considered one of the most influential philosophical texts in the world, impacting various aspects of Chinese culture and thought. 
  *A portion of all sales will be redistributed to serve the local community where I reside. 
  ALBUM ART: Mason Matthew Calarco

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  The Power of Ritual - Turning...

  Anónimo

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  Casper ter Kuile, a Harvard Divinity School fellow and cohost of the popular Harry Potter and the Sacred Text podcast, explores how we can nourish our souls by transforming common, everyday practices—yoga, reading, walking the dog—into sacred rituals that can heal our crisis of social isolation and struggle to find purpose—a message we need more than ever for our spiritual and emotional well-being in the age of COVID-19. 
   
  “After half a decade of research and hundreds of conversations with people around the country, I am convinced we are in the midst of a paradigm shift. That what used to hold us in community no longer works, and that the spiritual offerings of yesteryear no longer help us thrive.”–Casper ter Kuile 
  What do Soul Cycle, gratitude journals, and tech breaks have in common? For ter Kuile they offer rituals that create the foundation for our modern spiritual lives.  
  We are in crisis today. Our modern technological society has left too many of us—no matter our ages—feeling isolated and bereft of purpose. Previous frameworks for building community and finding meaning no longer support us. Yet ter Kuile reveals a hopeful new message: we might not be religious, but that doesn’t mean we are any less spiritual.   
  Instead, we are in the midst of a paradigm shift in which we seek belonging and meaning in secular practices. Today, we find connection in:CrossFit and SoulCycle, which offer a sense of belonging rooted in accountability and support much like church groupsHarry Potter and other beloved books that offer universal lessons Gratitude journals, which have replaced traditional prayer Tech breaks, which provide mindful moments of calm  
  In The Power of Ritual, ter Kuile invites us to deepen these ordinary practices as intentional rituals that nurture connection and  wellbeing. With wisdom and endearing wit, ter Kuile’s call for ritual is ultimately a call to heal our loss of connection to ourselves, to others, and to our spiritual identities. 
  The Power of Ritual reminds us that what we already do every day matters—and has the potential to become a powerful experience of reflection, sanctuary, and meaning.

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  Threesome Erotica 10-Pack The:...

  Nicki Menage, Connie Cuckquean

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  Sex stories for adults that feature first time lesbian threesome encounters with heavy dollops of anal sex, double penno, bdsm, first timers, cucks and more!Stories include : ‘Hard Sell,’ ‘Surprising My Husband In The Tub,’ ‘Club Sex,’ ‘Hubby’s New Secretary Feeds Me His Love,’ ‘The Kayak Instructor Made Love To Hubby In Front Of Me,’ ‘Play Acting,’ ‘Not Home Alone,’ ‘I Showed Our Voyeur Lodger How To Do It,’ ‘Closing Time For Sex,’ and ‘MILF’s Full Time.’

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  Social Climbing Through Sex: The...

  A.A. Castor

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  In a world obsessed with appearances, hookups, and hustle culture, Social Climbing Through Sex: The Evolutionary Elevator delivers a brutally honest, darkly humorous, and disturbingly true exposé on how sexual strategy shapes success. Combining evolutionary biology, psychology, gender politics, and historical case studies, this book unpacks the unapologetic truth: sex is not just about pleasure—it's a currency, a ladder, a tool of power. 
  From primal instincts to Instagram thirst traps, from Cleopatra to corporate courtesans, this book traces the ancient and modern tactics of those who ascend society through desire rather than merit. Women who withhold, men who flaunt, and everyone in between—this is not about morality. It's about mechanism. 
  Explore why celibacy is a power move, why desire doesn't equal value, and how modern archetypes like the Cool Girl, the Virgin Strategist, and the Evolved Escort aren't just real—they're thriving. 
  Whether you're a student of human nature or just curious about what lies beneath the glossy surface of dating apps, weddings, and bedroom "empowerment," this book offers a chilling revelation: love may be blind, but sex wears designer sunglasses and always looks up.

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  Enneagram - Create a Balance In...

  Kevin Hallstone

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  Why do we search for balance in our lives? The answer is simple, and nearly all of us know it. Some of us simply don't want to accept the truth, while some of us want to find solutions for the imbalance in our lives. The importance of balance cannot be undermined, considering that it brings with its calmness, peace, happiness, and the strength to face any kind of diversity. With balance come increased productivity and efficiency and untold happiness and joy.  
  A balanced person is physically, emotionally, and mentally healthy and lives a meaningful and contented life, regardless of the challenges he or she faces. Feelings of imbalance include mental, emotional, and physical sickness, fear, unease, discomforts of all kinds, and suffering.  
  Signs of Mental Balance  
  The answers to the following questions will help you understand if you have mental balance and stability: 
  Do you see the world and yourself clearly without the truth being warped in mire and ambiguity? 
  Do you feel swept away by the veils that cover the truths of your life? 
  Do you attempt to see the truth as it is instead of trying to explain it away with some vague explanations just to make it agree with your perception?  
  Do you deliberately use your mind as a sense organ or something that you would simply brush as an appendage that comes in the way of your life?

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  The Dutch Empire - Their...

  Kelly Mass

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  Don't think that because it is such a small country with only about 17 million people, it should be neglected. The Netherlands has a long history, with a high influence on our cultures, trading routes, the stock market, business, and art. 
  The Dutch were all over the world. They "owned" and colonized a big portion of what was then the known world. They were among the first settlers, had the biggest haven and biggest fleet for some time. The Dutch East-Indian Trading Company, or VOC, is probably the biggest or at least one of the biggest companies that has ever existed, with its shareholders, its ships, its spices and trading routes, and so much more. Learn more about what happened in the same area that's currently the United States, South Africa, Indonesia, and so many areas across the world. 
  In this book, we will begin with the Dutch settlers on the east coast of the United States, their settlements in Indonesia and other Asian countries, and their vast group of colonists in South Africa.

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