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“You have tried to be superior in an ordinary realm. Now you must learn to be ordinary in a superior realm.”

Book:Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives

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Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives

This book presents a fictionalized account of the author's own journey of self-discovery, centered on his encounters with an enigmatic gas station attendant named Socrates. Through a series of dialogues and experiences, the protagonist learns to integrate mindfulness, discipline, and presence into his athletic and personal life. The narrative explores themes of inner peace, the illusion of time, and the power of living fully in the present moment, offering readers a practical philosophy for personal growth and fulfillment. more

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Dan Millman

Dan Millman, born on February 22, 1946, is a renowned American author known for his works on personal growth, spiritual cultivation, and philosophical contemplation. His life experience is rich, having been a professional martial artist in his early years before turning to writing. His books, which blend martial arts, philosophy, and psychology, have been well-received by readers. more

“The very first element for having control over others is, of course, to have control over oneself. If I cannot take charge of myself, I cannot take charge of others. The next, perhaps, is—not to try to "seem" anything, but to be what we would seem. A person in charge must be felt more than she is heard—not heard more than she is felt. She must fulfil her charge without noisy disputes, by the silent power of a consistent life, in which there is no seeming, and no hiding, but plenty of discretion. She must exercise authority without appearing to exercise it.”

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Book:Florence Nightingale - To Her Nurses

Source: Florence Nightingale - To Her Nurses

“Why is it that the U.S. government doesn't reward public servants by allowing them to live tax-free?”

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Author:James Thomas Kesterson Jr

“My hope is that by sharing my story, along with the continuing adventure to gain some sense of equilibrium, those of you who have also survived violence won’t feel quite so alone on your journey. A community of survivors is a brave place to start the healing process, and sadly, for many, that community is difficult, if not impossible, to find.”

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Book:Hey! I Could Use a Little Help Here! My Story of Healthcare Workplace Violence

Source: Hey! I Could Use a Little Help Here! My Story of Healthcare Workplace Violence

“Oh well, at least I'll get a 90 minute break until the next feed. That's when my lactation consultant delivered the real tit-punch. The every-90-minute stopwatch does not start from the end of one feeding. It starts from: the beginning. I've never been great at math but if you're supposed to feed a baby every 90 minutes from the moment they start eating, and the feeding takes 90 minutes, then you are feeding a baby every minute of every hour of every 24 hour day. If I could've fainted when I heard this news I would have, but since I was already dead, I couldn't. I was in a very real sense being eaten alive.”