Personal Wisdom

A compilation of personal stories organized by season, The Center Will Hold will inspire people to look at life with gratitude despite the challenges we face.

Technology is awesome. Teachers are better. Blending new technologies into instruction is a non-negotiable if we are to help our students gain the skills they'll need to thrive in careers. And so too is educators' old school wisdom in planning intentional blended learning that works. Too often, sincere enthusiasm for technologies pushes proven instructional strategies to the wayside, all but guaranteeing blended learning that is all show and no go. Bold School is an audiobook that restores teachers to their rightful place in effective instruction.

We live in a fast-paced world that has come to characterize the 21st century. We are bombarded with constant distractions, and silence has all but vanished from our daily schedule and practice. We are collectively exhausted, but we don’t really realize it. The exhaustion manifests in sicknesses we can’t identify, and if we can, it’s something we can’t pronounce. We batter ourselves against the daily onslaught that has become our lives.

What is MO? The purpose of MO! is to help people get and stay motivated, but with a very unique twist. Most people think that motivation is out of reach for them. They have an average job at an average company. This audiobook is intended to give hope by shining light on those people who are in average regular jobs, but are amazing. This audiobook profiles those people in ordinary jobs, who, despite that fact, decided NOT to be ordinary.

Awareness That Heals offers you a variety of practices to be aware of what may be troubling you, while simultaneously finding a place to actively care for yourself. This transformative work will help you respond, in a highly effective manner, to life’s challenges - especially when you are most prone to be critical or to withdraw. Robert Strock is a leading psychotherapist in Southern California, and Awareness That Heals is an expression of the tools that Robert has developed over a lifetime of inspired self-exploration.

How often have you felt overwhelmed by the relentless pace of the modern world? Would you like to anchor your experiences in a philosophy that offers peace and practical wisdom? These challenges are becoming increasingly common today, creating a landscape where stress, uncertainty, and a thirst for a meaningful existence prevail. But there is still time to harness the power of ancient philosophy. Embrace your invitation to immerse yourself in the Stoic teachings and become a more resilient and centered human being.

Sam tiene once años y está muy unido a su abuelo, con quien vive en una casa en la linde de un bosque profundo e inhóspito. A su muerte, el anciano le pide que persiga el sueño que ha guiado su vida: encontrar al misterioso Maestro del Bosque, una presencia fantasmal que habita más allá de los senderos del hombre. La leyenda asegura que el oscuro Maestro conoce todas las respuestas, pero también advierte que quien va en su busca morirá fulminado si no está preparado para el encuentro. Sam se internará en el Bosque Prohibido...

Have you ever said something that was so profoundly insightful that you knew, without a shadow of a doubt, that a deeper wisdom than yours was speaking? In fact, there are times when someone else does the same thing and deep inside you are certain that the fountain of that wisdom did not originate in the person speaking. Have you ever done something that was so profoundly unique that you knew, without a shadow of a doubt, that a deeper creativity than yours was manifesting itself through you?

Our Soul’s Journey is a teaching memoir based on the life of author Kim Norman—a professional volleyball coach and teacher, author, speaker, executive coach, and entrepreneur—who found source, self, and soul in the midst of darkness. This four-part book guides listeners through a self-help journey to empowerment through body, heart, mind, and soul. Kim draws on her experience of coaching through encouragement and enduring struggle to teach readers how to win the championship called “your best life.”

When Your Hand Is in the Lion's Mouth is a narrative non-fiction told in forty-two stories that is a father-daughter memoir. The foundational paternal love, wisdom and life lessons shared can father us all, and at 96 years young, he keeps inspiring and teaching us with his foundational practical wisdom. Not often enough do we hear of great black fathers in our stories or media, one that goes beyond stereotype, shining a light on a devoted man who lifts and enlightens. Green is one of those men.

In this life-changing audiobook, you'll discover 10 key distinctions for stress relief that will help you instantly feel better and happier and live a life free of the anxiety, tension and stress that plagues most people. The truth is that stress only exists because of our incorrect perspectives of the world. We think certain things in life work one way, when in reality they work very differently. By simply changing and improving your perspectives on how life actually works, you can eliminate many faulty beliefs and become free of any stress and tension.

Throughout his life, Kevin had the unique opportunity to spend time with some amazing people—Mother Teresa, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, gurus, philosophers, business leaders, celebrities, teachers, and leading-edge thinkers, to name a few. Some of the best lessons in this book are based on insights gained from these folks. Kevin shares these conversations and stories with listeners here so they, too, might gain some of the incredible benefits.

Today, we believe that the difference between failure and success, from average to elite, from deadbeat dropout to CEO, is the mentality. It might sound like an easy answer, but a healthy mentality requires constant work, just like happiness and all the good things in life. To help you achieve that wholesome mentality that takes you from good to great, we analyzed three of the greatest philosophers and broke down their observations on human nature, mentality, and happiness.

In "A Warm Pillow for the Soul: Stories of Post-Traumatic Wisdom," Derrick Loyd guides listeners through his transformative journey from trauma to healing. Growing up in Gary, Indiana, Derrick faced profound challenges, including childhood abuse, a devastating family tragedy, and the late discovery of a son he never knew existed. These adversities forged his resilience and deep understanding of forgiveness.

"There are two birds, two sweet friends, who dwell in theselfsame tree," says the Upanishads. The first bird, dwelling on the lower part of the tree, lives "in sorrow and anxiety." Unable to see beyond the branches, it hops around compulsively indulging its appetites, eating every fruit, sweet and sour.

The other bird, higher up, can see the whole tree and the wider world - this perspective puts it in touch with its innate sense of being, the quality of existence that it shares in common with all other living beings.

This book is designed to encourage, teach, and challenge teenagers and adults to develop healthy habits, disciplines, and valuable life lessons. Topics range from money management, developing valuable skills for communication in the workplace, how to handle failure, choosing friends wisely, and learning to step out of your comfort zone to reach your true potential. Each chapter uses powerful stories, as well as action steps, and challenges to re-enforce the lesson.

The world is changing right in front of our eyes. And it often feels like there is very little we can do about it. Perhaps you are searching for guidance and support with the challenges you find yourself facing each day. Or maybe you find yourself worrying about the future for yourself or society. Whatever the case, this book is a must-listen.

Speaking by the Numbers offers a strategy that combines communication principles with Enneagram wisdom to help leaders, pastors, and teachers understand how to convey content in ways that both inspire and connect with their audiences. Using the Enneagram wisdom of triads and stances, communicators can learn insight into the ways that various Enneagram numbers receive and process information.

Happiness at Work is Andrew Leigh’s latest book, offering expertise on taking responsibility for your self-development. It provides wisdom, advice, and practical tools to make life at work more rewarding. The right of Andrew Leigh to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted by him in accordance with the Copyright, Designs, and Patents Act 1988.

Taking the Enneagram as a starting point, this book leads you through a journey of self-development and spiritual growth, helping to manage your personality type and getting the best out of it in everyday situations. Whatever type you are, this audiobook gives you real tips on how to manage the struggles in your life and achieve well-balanced behavior in an easy-to-understand way.