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Is luck real? The scientific answer may surprise you. Psychologist Richard Wiseman conducted extensive research on people who claim to have good or bad luck, and he discovered that lucky people behave in ways that create good fortune.

As a scientist, Wiseman is known for disproving alleged “paranormal” powers, but his research into the nature of luck led him to conclude that it exists, if only psychologically. In The Luck Factor, Wiseman explores the science behind luck and how you can improve yours by deliberately applying the unconscious methods that lucky people use.

In this guide, we’ll cover how people create the luck that governs their lives by trusting intuition, seizing opportunities, and turning bad luck into good. We’ll contrast Wiseman’s views with those of other psychologists and productivity experts, and we’ll suggest practical ways to apply Wiseman’s advice.

The Hero With a Thousand Faces explores the common themes and story elements that define the world’s mythologies—the hero’s journey. Through the cycle of initiation, separation, and return, the hero undergoes great trials and tribulations, experiences death and rebirth, and gains new powers that enable mankind’s ultimate redemption.

Far from being obsolete relics from long-extinguished civilizations, the myths of the ancients have profound lessons for today’s reader. By studying the struggles, transformations, and redemptions of the great heroes, we come closer to discovering the universal truths of the human condition and unlocking the divine potential that lies inside us all.

In The 48 Laws of Power, Robert Greene asserts that whether you like it or not, you’re part of a never-ending game of power. You’re either striving for and wielding power, or you’re a pawn being played by someone more powerful than you. You choose your role.

This book is for those who prefer to be players rather than pawns. To turn you from an amateur into a master player, Greene has codified 48 laws of power based on historical examples of people who’ve excelled or failed at wielding power, with glorious or bloody results (or both). Some key principles you’ll learn: use your enemies, keep others dependent on you, say as little as possible, take credit for others’ work, and don’t get your hands dirty. You can choose to apply or dismiss these rules - but you can’t escape them.

Is luck real? The scientific answer may surprise you. Psychologist Richard Wiseman conducted extensive research on people who claim to have good or bad luck, and he discovered that lucky people behave in ways that create good fortune.

As a scientist, Wiseman is known for disproving alleged “paranormal” powers, but his research into the nature of luck led him to conclude that it exists, if only psychologically. In The Luck Factor, Wiseman explores the science behind luck and how you can improve yours by deliberately applying the unconscious methods that lucky people use.

In this guide, we’ll cover how people create the luck that governs their lives by trusting intuition, seizing opportunities, and turning bad luck into good. We’ll contrast Wiseman’s views with those of other psychologists and productivity experts, and we’ll suggest practical ways to apply Wiseman’s advice.

In The 48 Laws of Power, Robert Greene asserts that whether you like it or not, you’re part of a never-ending game of power. You’re either striving for and wielding power, or you’re a pawn being played by someone more powerful than you. You choose your role.

This book is for those who prefer to be players rather than pawns. To turn you from an amateur into a master player, Greene has codified 48 laws of power based on historical examples of people who’ve excelled or failed at wielding power, with glorious or bloody results (or both). Some key principles you’ll learn: use your enemies, keep others dependent on you, say as little as possible, take credit for others’ work, and don’t get your hands dirty. You can choose to apply or dismiss these rules - but you can’t escape them.

The Hero With a Thousand Faces explores the common themes and story elements that define the world’s mythologies—the hero’s journey. Through the cycle of initiation, separation, and return, the hero undergoes great trials and tribulations, experiences death and rebirth, and gains new powers that enable mankind’s ultimate redemption.

Far from being obsolete relics from long-extinguished civilizations, the myths of the ancients have profound lessons for today’s reader. By studying the struggles, transformations, and redemptions of the great heroes, we come closer to discovering the universal truths of the human condition and unlocking the divine potential that lies inside us all.

Is luck real? The scientific answer may surprise you. Psychologist Richard Wiseman conducted extensive research on people who claim to have good or bad luck, and he discovered that lucky people behave in ways that create good fortune.

As a scientist, Wiseman is known for disproving alleged “paranormal” powers, but his research into the nature of luck led him to conclude that it exists, if only psychologically. In The Luck Factor, Wiseman explores the science behind luck and how you can improve yours by deliberately applying the unconscious methods that lucky people use.

In this guide, we’ll cover how people create the luck that governs their lives by trusting intuition, seizing opportunities, and turning bad luck into good. We’ll contrast Wiseman’s views with those of other psychologists and productivity experts, and we’ll suggest practical ways to apply Wiseman’s advice.

In The 48 Laws of Power, Robert Greene asserts that whether you like it or not, you’re part of a never-ending game of power. You’re either striving for and wielding power, or you’re a pawn being played by someone more powerful than you. You choose your role.

This book is for those who prefer to be players rather than pawns. To turn you from an amateur into a master player, Greene has codified 48 laws of power based on historical examples of people who’ve excelled or failed at wielding power, with glorious or bloody results (or both). Some key principles you’ll learn: use your enemies, keep others dependent on you, say as little as possible, take credit for others’ work, and don’t get your hands dirty. You can choose to apply or dismiss these rules - but you can’t escape them.

Love isn’t easy. It requires constant attention and dedication to grow into a long-lasting, successful relationship. In 8 Rules of Love, Jay Shetty explains how to navigate this process, drawing from his experience as a Hindu monk. He provides perspectives on love from ancient Hindu scriptures, then explains how to apply them to your life and your relationship. Above all, he describes love as a journey of self-discovery, self-improvement, and mutual support.

In our guide, we present Shetty’s advice in four parts. First, we explain how to be single, an important stage that prepares you for healthy relationships. Next, we describe the responsibilities love entails—knowing what love feels like, helping each other grow, and pursuing your greater purpose. Then, we relate tips for navigating conflict and breakups. Finally, we explore the importance of universal love. Throughout, our commentary provides context about the Hindu traditions Shetty cites while also exploring relationship advice from other religious and secular traditions.

Someday, you’re going to die. This is an obvious, unavoidable fact of life—yet almost everyone in modern society has implicitly agreed to ignore it. According to spiritual teacher Sadhguru, this reluctance to acknowledge death leads to enormous and unnecessary suffering. He argues that if you form a peaceful relationship to your own death, you’ll be empowered to live a more balanced, joyful life. More than that, it’ll help you prepare for your death—and what comes afterward.

In this guide, we’ll explain Sadhguru’s vision of the universe, including the nature of the human spirit and the afterlife. We’ll also detail some of the spiritual practices he suggests to soften and overcome death-related fears. In our commentary, we’ll compare Sadhguru’s spiritual ideas to those of major Eastern religions, including Hinduism and Buddhism, to build a bigger picture of what people believe about death. Additionally, we’ll draw on psychological research that offers a more secular perspective on Sadhguru’s ideas.