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  Shankara on the Absolute -...

  Shri Shankara

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  This is volume one of the six-volume Shankara Source Book, which contains writings by Shri Shankara, arranged systematically by subject.Shri Shankara was a great philosopher-sage who expressed the non-dual teachings in such a complete and satisfactory way that his formulation has been followed by authentic teachers of the non-dual tradition ever since.Most of his writings are in the form of commentaries on revealed texts such as the principle Upanishads, the Bhagavad Gita and the Brahma Sutras, so what he said was placed around those texts, which are far from systematic.His aim was to demonstrate that underlying the apparent contradictions and differences on the surface, all the great revealed scriptures in fact point ultimately to one Supreme Truth. He wished to do this in order to overcome the confusion that was causing hardship to the people at large, and creating difficulties for dedicated seekers. Shankara probably lived in the 8th century, and died in his early 30s.Shankara considered other views in great detail, sometimes provisionally accepting elements of their arguments, and then pointing out where those views lead to difficulties. One of the great qualities of the non-dual teachings as formulated by Shankara is that they are able to recognise and incorporate what is valid and useful in other views.All this can make it difficult to find what Shankara said on particular subjects. To meet this difficulty, in the Source Book, the writings have been freshly translated, and brought together under subject headings. These in turn have been arranged in six volumes each covering one broad topic. These are: Volume 1 Shankara on the AbsoluteVolume 2 Shankara on the CreationVolume 3 Shankara on the SoulVolume 4 Shankara on Rival ViewsVolume 5 Shankara on DiscipleshipVolume 6 Shankara on Enlightenment

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  Animate - How Animals Shape the...

  Michael Bond

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  A mind-expanding deep dive into how animals have shaped us, from the Paleolothic Period to the present day.In Animate, acclaimed science writer Michael Bond explores how animals have profoundly influenced our minds and cultures. Drawing on cutting-edge insights from psychology, anthropology, literature, and neuroscience, Bond traces the varied ways their lives have affected ours, from our hunter-gatherer ancestors whose brains were rewired by the prey they hunted and the predators they feared, to the medieval and Enlightenment thinkers who used animals to promote notions of human supremacy.Scientists today are challenging the assumption that we are separate from and superior to animals, showing that they too possess intelligence, empathy, creativity and even the ability to use tools. If everything that supposedly makes us human is shared with other creatures, where does that leave us? And if we are not as exceptional as we thought, how should we be treating the animals we live alongside?A fascinating exploration of what it means to be both human and animal, Animate shows that to better understand ourselves, we must pay more attention to the other beings with whom we share our world.

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  My First Day at School

  Emmi S. Herman

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  It's Amy's first day of school and she is a little nervous. So Amy's mother gives her a big hug and shows her a folded piece of paper. Then she quickly puts the paper in Amy's pocket and tells her to open it if she needs a little help. Follow Amy throughout her day as she meets new friends, eats lunch, and plays on the playground. What will happen when Amy falls, scrapes both of her knees, and has to go see the school nurse? Will she look at the folded piece of paper in her pocket? A positive ending will add interest and help calm young students' nerves about attending the first day of school.

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  Unmasking Autism

  Lyla Cohen

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  Unmasking Autism: Unmasking the Challenges and Celebrating the Strengths of the SpectrumAutism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It is considered a spectrum disorder because the symptoms and severity can vary widely from person to person. It's important to note that autism is not a disorder that one can be "cured" from, but rather a different way of perceiving and processing the world.This audiobook will help you get a better understanding of autism and how one can navigate this condition. Learn tips and advice on how one can thrive and lead fulfilling and successful lives despite this condition. This audiobook will cover the following topics:- Autism Spectrum Disorder- Celebrating Special Interests- Cultivating Autistic relationships- Reframing Autistic stereotypes- Navigating the Educational System- Understanding the importance of early intervention- Managing Common Challenges- Supporting the Whole Family- And many moreIf you want to learn more, scroll up and click “add to cart” now!

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  Ancient Greece’s Most Important...

  Editors Charles River

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  Nearly 2,500 years after the Golden Age of Athens, people across the world today continue to be fascinated by the ancient Greeks, but who did the Ancient Greeks look up to? The answer to that question can be found in Homer’s The Odyssey, in which Odysseus makes note of “a great town there, Cnossus, where Minos reigned.” It was perhaps the earliest reference to the Minoan civilization, a mysterious ancient civilization that historians and archaeologists still puzzle over, but a civilization that renowned historian Will Durant described as "the first link in the European chain.” Nearly 2,000 years before Homer wrote his epic poems, the Minoan civilization was centered on the island of Crete, a location that required the Minoans to be a regional sea power. And indeed they were, stretching across the Aegean Sea from about 2700-1500 BCE with trade routes extending all the way to Egypt. 
  In the Archaic and Classical periods, Rhodes often stood as a prime exemplar of the highs and lows of its fellow Greek cities, and as the largest island of the Dodecanese, Rhodes’ history is largely in line with that of the rest of those islands. Rhodes would reach the zenith of its power in the Hellenistic period following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE. Even as the rest of the city-states waned compared to the much larger kingdoms of Alexander’s successors in Egypt and Asia, Rhodes would come to the forefront as a main power in the Greek world, standing toe-to-toe with these Hellenistic kingdoms.  
  It was during the Classical era that, especially under the tyrants (dictators) of the Greek city of Syracuse, Sicily came the closest to being governed as a single, unified, and independent state. In time, it came to challenge the powerful trade empire of Carthage, a former Phoenician colony in North Africa, and it vied with the cities and kingdoms of mainland Greece for primacy in the Greek world.

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  Guided meditation for dealing...

  Stuart Newman

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  Grieving the loss of a loved one can be an incredibly difficult and emotionally draining experience.  
  If you are struggling to cope with your grief, guided meditation could provide some much-needed relief.  
  DST Hypno with Stu Newman offers a guided meditation specifically designed for dealing with grief.  
  This session focuses on relaxation and calming techniques that can help take the edge off overwhelming emotions like sadness or anger, allowing you to process your feelings in a healthier way.  
  With its soothing voice guidance, peaceful background music, and helpful visualizations, this program provides an effective way to work through your pain while finding inner peace at the same time.  
  Give it a try today - it might just be exactly what you need!

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