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The Muqaddimah Summary

The Muqaddimah Summary

5 min read ⌚ An Introduction to History In general, we as humans have started losing our physical endurance from the day we began thinking. The evolvement process for us and other species never ended. To compensate for our physical vulnerability, we begun functioning in groups. Who Should Read “The Muqaddimah”? And Why? If you are […]

Thoughts Without a Thinker Summary Thoughts Without a Thinker Summary

Thoughts Without a Thinker Summary

6 min read ⌚  Psychotherapy from a Buddhist Perspective The Ancient Greeks had a saying: “wisdom arises from suffering.” Unlike them who debated its veracity, about the same time far on the East, Gautama Buddha was convinced that, behind it, a great truth about man’s existence lies hidden. So, he made this saying the key […]

Buddha’s Brain Summary Buddha's Brain Summary

Buddha’s Brain Summary

6 min read ⌚  The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom OK, we’ve encountered upon some kind of a pattern: When we aren’t writing summaries of scientists writing on scientific matters (the cosmos, the future of the mind, evolution, etc.) we are writing summaries of scientists writing about popular non-scientific subjects (like, self-help and […]

Deep Work Summary – Cal Newport

Deep Work Summary – Cal Newport

17 min read ⌚  Our “Deep Work Summary” examines the untold truths and laws that will give you the edge in a distracted and competitive world. Working deeply is one of the most valuable skills in the contemporary world and “Deep Work” is a  manifesto on this working style. Deep work is a skill that […]

Wherever You Go, There You Are Summary

Wherever You Go, There You Are Summary

5 min read ⌚ Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life You have probably wanted to meditate or wondered how it is to meditate for some period of your life. However, although it may seem like a simple concept, you probably found yourself wondering about how it is possible to shut down your thoughts. Well, it is not […]

Minding the Body, Mending the Mind Summary

Minding the Body, Mending the Mind Summary

5 min read ⌚ Your feelings influence your body. You know that right? Studies show that depressed people are more prone to heart diseases and other health conditions. But why? When people feel negative feelings, such as helplessness, their biochemistry suffers and destroys their sense of well-being. Conversely, people who are in charge of their world, […]

Guide to Stress Reduction Summary

Guide to Stress Reduction Summary

4 min read ⌚ Modern times present the perfect gift for you – stress and worry. You are probably just one another victim of this silent killer. Why is stress unhealthy? How can you convince yourself that it is necessary? What are some techniques you can use to relieve stress during turbulent times? Find the answers […]

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