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  Anxiety - A Philosophical Guide

  Samir Chopra

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  Today, anxiety is usually thought of as a pathology, the most diagnosed and medicated of all psychological disorders. But anxiety isn't always or only a medical condition. Indeed, many philosophers argue that anxiety is a normal, even essential, part of being human, and that coming to terms with this fact is potentially transformative. In Anxiety, Samir Chopra explores valuable insights about anxiety offered by ancient and modern philosophies. Blending memoir and philosophy, he also tells how serious anxiety has affected his own life—and how philosophy has helped him cope with it. 
   
   
   
  Chopra shows that many philosophers have viewed anxiety as an inevitable human response to existence: to be is to be anxious. Drawing on Karl Marx and Herbert Marcuse, Chopra examines how poverty and other material conditions can make anxiety worse, but he emphasizes that not even the rich can escape it. Nor can the medicated. Inseparable from the human condition, anxiety is indispensable for grasping it. Philosophy may not be able to cure anxiety but, by leading us to greater self-knowledge and self-acceptance, it may be able to make us less anxious about being anxious. 
   
   
   
  Personal, poignant, and hopeful, Anxiety is a book for anyone who is curious about rethinking anxiety and learning why it might be a source not only of suffering but of insight.

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  The Scandal of Cal - Land Grabs...

  Tony Platt

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  The University of California, Berkeley—widely known as "Cal"—is admired worldwide as a bastion of innovation and a hub for progressive thought. Far less known are the university's roots in plunder, warfare, and the promotion of white supremacy. As Tony Platt shows in The Scandal of Cal, these original sins sit at the center of UC Berkeley's history. Platt looks unflinchingly at the university's desecration of graves and large-scale hoarding of Indigenous remains. He tracks its role in developing the racist pseudoscience of eugenics in the early twentieth century. He sheds light on the school's complicity with the military-industrial complex and its incubation of unprecedented violence through the Manhattan Project. And he underscores its deliberate and continued evasions about its own wrongdoings, which echo in the institution's decision-making up to the present day. This book, above all, illuminates Cal's culpability in some of the cruelest chapters of US history and sounds a clarion call for the university to undertake a thorough and earnest reckoning with its past. It is a must-listen for Cal alumni, students, faculty, and staff, and for anyone concerned with the impact of higher education in the United States and beyond.

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  The Misfit

  Steven Poser

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  A fascinating account of the unusual relationship between Marilyn Monroe and her last psychiatrist in the fifteen months leading to her suicide.   Marilyn Monroe is remembered as both an iconic sex symbol and a heartbreaking figure who suffered through a chaotic childhood and wrestled with addiction and mental illness. This short true account shines new light on the last days of her life.   Dr. Ralph Greenson, a clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA Medical School and a star among Hollywood psychoanalysts, treated Monroe for the fifteen months before her August 1962 suicide. He saw her seven days a week and brought her into his home. He never got over losing her.   Written by a practicing psychoanalyst, The Misfit recounts this tragic alliance and Marilyn Monroe’s borderline personality, offering compelling insight into the deteriorating mental state of a singular superstar.

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  12 Rules for (Academic) Life

  Tara Brabazon

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  These are strange times.  A time of climate crises. Health crises. Collapsing systems. Influencers.  And yes - Jordan Peterson.We are currently living in a (Post) Peterson Paradigm. This book – 12 Rules for (Academic) Life - explores what has happened to teaching, learning and politics through this odd and chaotic time. Deploying feminism, this lens offers a glass-sharpened view of this moment in international higher education. It is organized through twelve mantras for a university sector searching for a purpose in this interregnum. A question of our time – through a climate emergency, a pandemic and polarized politics – is why Professor Jordan Peterson gained profile and notoriety. The Jordan Peterson moment commenced in September 2016 with his YouTube video, “Professor against political correctness,” and concluded with his debate with Slavoj Zizek on April 19, 2019. From this moment, his credibility was dented, if not destroyed.Jordan Peterson infused scholarly debates with Punch and Judy extremism and misunderstandings. Instead, this book offers research rather than certainty, interpretation rather than dogma, evidence rather than opinion, and theory rather than ‘moral truth.’ The goal is to recalibrate this (Post) Peterson Paradigm, to take stock of how this moment occurred, and how to create a revision of higher education.

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  Guided Meditation: Yemoja...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Dive into serenity and self-discovery with "Guided Meditation: Yemoja, Goddess of the Ocean", a soothing journey inspired by the powerful and nurturing Yoruba deity, Yemoja. This guided meditation invites you to connect with the ocean's gentle rhythm and Yemoja's profound energy to restore balance, inner peace, and emotional healing. 
  Perfect for both beginners and seasoned meditators, this audiobook blends calming narration, tranquil oceanic soundscapes, and vivid visualization techniques. Allow Yemoja’s essence to wash over you, helping you release stress, embrace emotional clarity, and reconnect with your divine inner strength. 
  Discover the transformative power of water, the sacred element of Yemoja, as you:Release emotional burdens and welcome healing.Cultivate a sense of nurturing and self-love.Tap into the infinite wisdom of the ocean's ebb and flow.Reignite your spiritual connection and align with your true self. 
  Whether you're seeking relaxation, spiritual guidance, or a moment of tranquility, this meditation is a powerful tool to enhance your mindfulness practice. Immerse yourself in Yemoja's nurturing embrace and let her timeless wisdom inspire your journey. 
  Why Listeners Love It: 
  🌊 Beautifully crafted imagery and calming narration. 
  🌊 A unique blend of spirituality and mindfulness techniques. 
  🌊 Perfect for moments of introspection or unwinding after a long day.

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  The Discourses

  Epictetus

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  The Discourses is a collection of lectures and conversations by the ancient Greek philosopher Epictetus, compiled by his student Arrian in the early 2nd century AD. The book is a treasure trove of wisdom and practical advice on how to live a fulfilling life, drawing on the principles of Stoic philosophy. Throughout The Discourses, Epictetus stresses the importance of living a virtuous life, grounded in principles such as wisdom, courage, and justice. He encourages readers to focus on what is within their control and to accept with equanimity what is not, recognizing that true happiness and fulfilment can only be achieved through the development of one's own character. Overall, The Discourses offers a powerful and inspiring guide to living a good life, providing readers with practical wisdom and guidance for navigating life's challenges and cultivating inner peace and contentment. Read in English, unabridged.

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