A few months ago, as we prepared for our move here in London, it quickly became clear that the new place would need some renovation. Nothing out of the ordinary, but enough to keep us quite busy … some flooring, wall filling and decoration, some fixtures, and most notably … the roof.
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The Instant Key to Inner Peace
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Joseph Nguyen, a bestselling author whose books have been translated into more than 30 languages, once found himself in an overwhelming struggle. He was constantly battling feelings of anxiety, fear, frustration, irritability, and a persistent sense of emptiness.
Resilience – A Tale of Two Sculptures
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Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749–1832) is best known as one of Germany’s most influential poets, novelists, and thinkers. But in 1777, he also ventured into artistry. With the support of his former teacher, Adam Friedrich Oeser, Goethe designed and commissioned the above sculpture from a local stonemasonry, placing it in his garden in Weimar.
At first glance, it was a simple structure… a solid cube at the base with a globe resting on top. But its symbolism ran much deeper.
The Hidden Trap of Success and How to Escape
As we wrap up the first month of 2025, many of our New Year’s resolutions may have already fallen by the wayside. However, for those still holding on, I’d like to share two extraordinary stories from the world of sports that might offer a valuable lesson for 2025.
These stories reveal how, even at the height of their greatest successes, celebrated champions can feel a sense of emptiness … and what they can do about it.
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Is Your Breathing Harming Your Health? Here is How To Fix It!
In September 2018, James Nestor and Anders Olsson embarked on an intriguing self-experiment. Both men call themselves ‘Pulmonauts,’ dedicated to exploring the transformative power of breathing to enhance physical, mental, and emotional health.
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