In 'The 48 Laws of Power', Robert Greene and Joost Elffers synthesize three thousand years of the history of power into 48 laws. These laws are derived from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz, as well as the lives of influential figures such as Henry Kissinger and P.T. Barnum. The book provides tactics, concepts, and lessons on how to achieve and maintain power, emphasizing prudence, confidence, and self-preservation. Each law is illustrated with historical examples and is designed to help readers understand and navigate the dynamics of power in various aspects of life, including work, social hierarchies, and politics.
This handbook provides practical, accessible guidance on various spiritual disciplines, from classical practices like prayer, worship, and scripture study to more contemporary disciplines such as mentoring, journaling, and unplugging. It is designed to help readers transform their spiritual lives by offering clear definitions and practices of these disciplines. The book is structured into several parts, including Worship, Open Myself to God, Relinquish the False Self, Share My Life with Others, Hear God's Word, and Incarnate the Love of Christ. It is highly recommended for both new and seasoned Christians seeking to enhance their spiritual growth and intimacy with Christ.
The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything offers a comprehensive introduction to Jesuit spirituality, emphasizing core values like finding God in all things, discernment, and service. James Martin provides practical advice on integrating spirituality into daily life, including practices such as the Examen and Ignatian meditation. The book is accessible to a wide audience, encouraging readers to cultivate a sense of joy and balance in their lives.
Celebration of Discipline explores the central spiritual practices of the Christian faith, dividing them into three categories: inward disciplines (meditation, prayer, fasting, and study), outward disciplines (simplicity, solitude, submission, and service), and corporate disciplines (confession, worship, guidance, and celebration). Foster argues that these disciplines are essential for spiritual growth and a balanced spiritual life. He provides practical insights and examples on how these disciplines can be integrated into daily life to bring about personal transformation and a deeper connection with God and others.
In *Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life*, Donald S. Whitney explores various spiritual practices that lead to spiritual growth and godliness. The book covers disciplines like Scripture reading, prayer, worship, evangelism, serving, stewardship, fasting, silence and solitude, journaling, and learning. Whitney draws from Christian history, particularly Puritan teachings, to illustrate how these disciplines are channels of God’s transforming grace. The revised and updated edition includes in-depth discussions on Bible study and prayer methods, making it a valuable resource for both new and seasoned Christians to deepen their spiritual lives.
Paul Vitz's "Faith of the Fatherless" delves into the psychological roots of atheism, focusing on the impact of absent or dysfunctional fathers. Vitz examines the lives of prominent atheists like Nietzsche, Marx, Sartre, and Freud, suggesting a correlation between their childhood experiences and their rejection of faith. The book explores how early relational trauma can shape an individual's worldview and influence their belief systems. Vitz argues that a lack of secure attachment to a father figure can lead to a distorted image of God, contributing to the development of atheism. His work challenges simplistic explanations of atheism and offers a nuanced understanding of its psychological underpinnings.
Hearts of the Fathers: Leaving a Legacy that Lasts is a passionate response to the growing issue of fatherlessness in America and the Western world. The book emphasizes the need for fathers to take responsibility and turn their hearts towards their children, guided by biblical principles. It highlights the consequences of absent fatherhood and encourages men to be the leaders they are called to be, creating a lasting legacy for generations to come.
In 'Be a Man!', Fr. Larry Richards shares his personal struggles and inspiring stories to help men understand true manhood. He emphasizes living as a beloved son of God, acknowledging faults, and living according to the Holy Spirit. The book encourages men to pursue holiness and make a difference in the world by embracing authentic courage, compassion, and integrity.
Father Hunger delves into the cultural issue of absentee fatherhood, tracing societal ills like poverty and crime to a lack of mature masculinity. It offers practical ideas and self-evaluation tools to help men become better fathers, leading to stronger marriages and greater economic liberty. The book emphasizes the importance of spiritual fathering and challenges men to take on their roles as leaders in their families.
Hey, what's up. It's Ben Greenfield. You may have heard that I wrote a new book. It's free at fitsoulbook.com as a digital download. You can also get the physical version for next to nothing. I'm not making any money off this book. I'm just covering my shipping and handling and printing costs. I just want you to experience some of the things I've written within the pages.
Now, because of that, I'm also recording the audio book version, and I want to give you a bit of a taste of that audio book version.
If you like it all the resources and everything for what you're about to hear are at fitsoulbook.com/resources.
So I hope you enjoy this chapter and you can always find me on social media at Ben Greenfield Fitness on most social media platforms. And perhaps there you can just let me know what you think.
So without further ado, here we go.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Boundless Life 
