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Plato, Not Prozac!: Applying Eternal Wisdom to Everyday ProblemsPlato, Not Prozac!: Applying Eternal Wisdom to Everyday Problems by Lou Marinoff
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Philosophy originally both defined the good life, and guided people there
Enchiridion and Selections from the Discourses of EpictetusEnchiridion and Selections from the Discourses of Epictetus by Epictetus
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There are things in your power, and things not in your power. Wisdom is knowing the difference.
A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic JoyA Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B Irvine
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Stoics actually had techniques useful for handling modern life, emphasizing positive emotions
Awaken Your Strongest Self: Break Free of Stress, Inner Conflict, and Self-SabotageAwaken Your Strongest Self: Break Free of Stress, Inner Conflict, and Self-Sabotage by Neil Fiore
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Within reason, we all can get closer to our highest potential.
The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal RenewalThe Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal by Jim Loehr
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Manage your energy, and time will will be your ally.
The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You WantThe How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja Lyubomirsky
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Learn how much of your happiness potential is still under your control
What You Can Change and What You Can't: The Complete Guide to Successful Self-ImprovementWhat You Can Change and What You Can't: The Complete Guide to Successful Self-Improvement by Martin E. Seligman
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Focus your change efforts on what has highest probability of success by a founder of positive psychology
Changing for Good: A Revolutionary Six-Stage Program for Overcoming Bad Habits and Moving Your Life Positively ForwardChanging for Good: A Revolutionary Six-Stage Program for Overcoming Bad Habits and Moving Your Life Positively Forward by James O. Prochaska
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Change occurs in steps, and success may involve retrenching to continue moving forward
One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen WayOne Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way by Robert Maurer
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Side-step the inner nay-sayer by taking the tiniest non-threatening step forward
MindfulnessMindfulness by Ellen J. Langer
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Being mindful is key
The Relaxation ResponseThe Relaxation Response by M.D. Herbert Benson
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You can train your mind to relax on command
FocusingFocusing by Eugene T. Gendlin
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Focusing is a technique for understanding feelings and intuitions
At a Journal Workshop: Writing to Access the Power of the Unconscious and Evoke Creative AbilityAt a Journal Workshop: Writing to Access the Power of the Unconscious and Evoke Creative Ability by Ira Progoff
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An original approach to leveraging an examined life
The Ultimate Book of Mind MapsThe Ultimate Book of Mind Maps by Tony Buzan
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A great visual tool for remembering and learning
Positive Addiction (Harper Colophon Books)Positive Addiction (Harper Colophon Books) by William Glasser
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Getting positively addicted to healthy habits simplifies all other efforts
Cross-Train Your Brain: A Mental Fitness Program for Maximizing Creativity and Achieving SuccessCross-Train Your Brain: A Mental Fitness Program for Maximizing Creativity and Achieving Success by Stephen D. Eiffert
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You want a balanced brain, not an unbalanced one
Potatoes Not Prozac: Solutions for Sugar SensitivityPotatoes Not Prozac: Solutions for Sugar Sensitivity by Kathleen DesMaisons
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Brain chemistry requires proper nutrition
The Brain Trust Program: A Scientifically Based Three-Part Plan to Improve Memory, Elevate Mood, Enhance Attention, Alleviate Migraine and Menopausal Symptoms, and Boost Mental EnergyThe Brain Trust Program: A Scientifically Based Three-Part Plan to Improve Memory, Elevate Mood, Enhance Attention, Alleviate Migraine and Menopausal Symptoms, and Boost Mental Energy by Larry McCleary
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Neuroscience findings
The Mediterranean DietThe Mediterranean Diet by Marissa Cloutier
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Recent reports claim these foods may protect against dementia
How To Want What You HaveHow To Want What You Have by Timothy Ray Miller
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If you want what you have then cravings are gone
Focal Point: A Proven System to Simplify Your Life, Double Your Productivity, and Achieve All Your GoalsFocal Point: A Proven System to Simplify Your Life, Double Your Productivity, and Achieve All Your Goals by Brian Tracy
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If you don't have a focus, you could end up anywhere
Power of Less, The: The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential...in Business and in LifePower of Less, The: The Fine Art of Limiting Yourself to the Essential...in Business and in Life by Leo Babauta
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The less you need or have, the fewer demands on your resources
Organized to Be Your Best! Transforming How You Work, Fifth EditionOrganized to Be Your Best! Transforming How You Work, Fifth Edition by Susan Silver
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Organization allows one to focus on emergent events.
Richard Hittleman's Yoga: 28 Day Exercise PlanRichard Hittleman's Yoga: 28 Day Exercise Plan by Richard Hittleman
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A gentle introduction to this ancient art of stretching and relaxation
T'ai Chi: The "Supreme Ultimate" Exercise for Health, Sport, and Self-DefenseT'ai Chi: The "Supreme Ultimate" Exercise for Health, Sport, and Self-Defense by Cheng Man-Ch'ing
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Improve your health and balance with gentle daily exercise; avoid falls that are among the most common injuries to seniors
Walking Your Blues Away: How to Heal the Mind and Create Emotional Well-BeingWalking Your Blues Away: How to Heal the Mind and Create Emotional Well-Being by Thom Hartmann
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Thoreau walked three hours a day to exorcise his demons
Positive Illusions: Creative Self-Deception and the Healthy MindPositive Illusions: Creative Self-Deception and the Healthy Mind by Shelly E. Taylor
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Modern view on Plato's Noble Lie
Science and Sanity: An Introduction to Non-Aristotelian Systems and General Semantics (International Non-Aristotelian Library)Science and Sanity: An Introduction to Non-Aristotelian Systems and General Semantics (International Non-Aristotelian Library) by Alfred Korzybski
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Learn about time-binding of information
Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism (Shambhala Library)Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism (Shambhala Library) by Chogyam Trungpa
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Separate the cultic from the spiritual
Gift from the Sea: 50th Anniversary EditionGift from the Sea: 50th Anniversary Edition by Anne Morrow Lindbergh
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Wise words that have kept their resonnance, by the woman who married aviator Charles Lindberg, and shared his adventures.
The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: Spiritual Teachings and Reflections (Sacred Wisdom)The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius: Spiritual Teachings and Reflections (Sacred Wisdom)
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Musings of a true philosopher-king.
Don't Worry, Be Stoic: Ancient Wisdom for Troubled TimesDon't Worry, Be Stoic: Ancient Wisdom for Troubled Times by Peter J. Vernezze
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These are definitely troubled times.
Don't Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and TrainingDon't Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training by Karen Pryor
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How to use positive reinforcement throughout your life
On CaringOn Caring by Milton Mayeroff
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One's place in the world may be defined by finding an appropriate caring relationship.
The Power of Kindness: The Unexpected Benefits of Leading a Compassionate LifeThe Power of Kindness: The Unexpected Benefits of Leading a Compassionate Life by Piero Ferrucci
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Kindness is core to community
Magnificent Mind at Any Age: Natural Ways to Unleash Your Brain's Maximum PotentialMagnificent Mind at Any Age: Natural Ways to Unleash Your Brain's Maximum Potential by Daniel G. Amen
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Medical advice on improving your brain health.
Clinician's Brain Science ToolboxClinician's Brain Science Toolbox by Daniel G. Amen
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Medical doctor's tools to improve your brain function
You Can Be Happy No Matter What: Five Principles for Keeping Life in PerspectiveYou Can Be Happy No Matter What: Five Principles for Keeping Life in Perspective by Ph.D. Richard Carlson
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Keep your perspective despite the current conditions.
The Complete Cruiser: The Art, Practice, and Enjoyment of BoatingThe Complete Cruiser: The Art, Practice, and Enjoyment of Boating by L. Francis Herreshoff
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A classic view of sailing, supporting the Water Rat's claim on the joys of messing about with boats.
Wherever You Go, There You Are (ROUGH CUT)Wherever You Go, There You Are (ROUGH CUT) by Jon Kabat-zinn
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Title seems obviously true! Also the subtitle to my favorite guide to Mexico :)