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“Most people, whatever their opinions and protestations, do not want to learn.”

Book:Learning how to Learn: Psychology and Spirituality in the Sufi Way

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Learning how to Learn: Psychology and Spirituality in the Sufi Way

In 'Learning how to Learn: Psychology and Spirituality in the Sufi Way,' the author delves into the principles of Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam, to provide guidance on the psychological and spiritual journey of self-improvement. The book combines philosophical teachings with practical exercises, aiming to enhance the reader's understanding of the human mind and soul. more

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Idries Shah

Idries Shah was a renowned author known for his dissemination of Eastern philosophy and wisdom. His works blend Sufism, Eastern mysticism, and Western philosophy, aiming to promote human wisdom and inner growth. Shah's books include 'The Sufi Path of Love' and 'The Power of Silence'. more

“God designed the church to be a community of lifelong learners under the earthly guidance of leaders who are teachers at heart. The Christian faith is not a finite course of study for the front-end of adulthood. Our mind-set shouldn’t be to first do our learning and then spend the rest of our lives drawing from that original deposit of knowledge. Rather, ongoing health in the Christian life is inextricably linked to ongoing learning.”

Learning

Book:Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines

Source: Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines

“Just when you think you have it all figured out, an epiphany arrives at the higher level of one's consciousness.”

Life Wisdom Growth Learning Realizations

Author:Terry a O'Neal

“The world-wide discrimination against the autodidact has vitiated many people's confidence in determining their own goals and needs. But the same discrimination has also resulted in a multiplicity of growing minorities who are infuriated by this insidious dispossession.”

Learning Confidence Discrimination Self Directed Education Self Direction

Book:The Right to Useful Unemployment: And Its Professional Enemies

Source: The Right to Useful Unemployment: And Its Professional Enemies

“There will always be a part of your life that’s not quite in order. This is the growth part, the area where lessons come from. Embrace this! Learn from it, and then move on.”