Celtic Wisdom Finding Balance In A Chaotic World

Feeling overwhelmed by the noise and stress of modern life? Yearning for a deeper connection to yourself, your community, and the natural world? Look no further than the wisdom of the ancient Celts. More than just druids and warriors, the Celts cultivated a way of life steeped in balance, harmony, and reverence for nature. In this captivating book, you'll embark on a journey through their vibrant culture, discovering timeless principles that offer powerful solutions to our modern challenges. Uncover the secrets of: Living in harmony with the seasons: Celebrate the rhythms of nature and find peace in the ever-turning wheel of life. Building strong, supportive communities: Discover the power of connection and belonging, nurturing meaningful relationships that enrich your life. Unlocking your creative spark: Unleash your inner artist and tap into the joy of self-expression. Practicing mindfulness: Quiet your mind, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace through simple techniques inspired by the Celtic way of life. Honoring storytelling: Explore the magic of stories, using them to connect with your past, preserve traditions, and foster empathy. Filled with historical anecdotes, practical exercises, and inspiring wisdom quotes, "Celtic Wisdom" is your guide to: Integrating Celtic principles into your daily life for greater balance and well-being. Creating a more meaningful and fulfilling path in today's fast-paced world. Reconnecting with yourself, your community, and the natural world. Whether you're seeking personal growth, a deeper connection to nature, or simply a refreshing perspective on life, "Celtic Wisdom" offers a timeless path to balance and harmony. Embrace the whispers of the ancient Celts and discover the wisdom that lies within.

There are cameras at every turn, smart buildings that know all about you, virtual realities that overcome real ones. And there is instant access to all of it through a computer the size of a credit card. The year is 2040 and constant monitoring is the price you pay for being connected. But can you get away with murder in such a world? That is the problem facing data maven and control freak Aldo Weeks when a single lapse in judgment plunges him into unknown terrain. First there is a midnight tryst with an exotic redhead. Then a murderous duet with a madman. As he tries to outwit the vast net of information, he encounters a strange puzzle box at the center of the whole affair, a box of chaos that might just hold the key to how complexity rules the universe.

"Grief is a River." A story of triumph following the experiences of one woman through the challenges life has thrown her way and a determination to live beyond them. The synchronicity of unexpected happenings takes her to pathways that are miraculously just there, finding hope in ways that once she would not have believed possible. This is a true story taking the reader to unlimited possibilities. The loss of a son at sea, never to be found...the folding of a marriage...the end of financial security...all happening at the same time were overwhelming difficulties. This true story chronicles a journey one woman has taken on a very jagged road but is determined to hold onto a belief in herself. You are brought to the joy of celebration ....of a life well lived in circumstances which all too often contrived to derail her. This story holds to the butter-fly wings of Love

With a Foreword by Krista Tippett–a poignant and beautiful collection of conversations and presentation from John O’Donohue’s work with close friend and former radio broadcaster John Quinn John O'Donohue, beloved author of To Bless the Space Between Us, is widely recognized as one of the most charismatic and inspirational enduring voices on the subjects of spirituality and Celtic mysticism. These timeless exchanges, collated and introduced by Quinn, span a number of years and explore themes such as imagination, landscape, the medieval mystic Meister Eckhart, aging, and death. Presented in O'Donohue's inimitable lyrical style, and filled with rich insights that will feed the "unprecedented spiritual hunger" he observed in modern society, Walking in Wonder is a welcome tribute to a much-loved author whose work still touches the lives of millions around the world.

'An amazing book... Erudite, acutely observed and spontaneous.' - John Berger 'This is Zen and the Art of Donkey Walking. I cannot imagine a more charming, informative or restful book.' - Jim Crace 'Pleasantly eccentric and elegantly written, suffused with the patient calm of the admired beast.' - New York Observer 'A fond meditation on the calming virtues of donkeyhood and daydreaming... a wistful travelogue.' - The Sunday Times When Andy Merrifield made his first trip to America aged ten, he vowed that one day he would leave his native Liverpool and live in New York. He eventually got there, but his dream quickly turned sour. In 2003, weary of city life, he moved to central France and embarked upon a journey of the soul, walking amid the ruins and spectacular vistas of the Auvergne. This book is the story of that slow pilgrimage, on which his only companion is Gribouille, a tender and intelligent donkey with soft, thick fur on his brow and calm, dark eyes. The purposeful pace of his journey allows Merrifield gradually to confront himself, as well as the larger mysteries of existence - while marvelling at his tranquil surroundings and revelling in the oddities of French rural life. The Wisdom of Donkeys reminds us that observing, being mindful, and being present in the moment are essential to a fulfilled life. It teaches us that enlightenment is all around us if we only take the time to seek it.

Unlock the Mysteries of Faery Enter the world of Faery and meet its diverse inhabitants, including pixies, will o' the wisps, the Sidhe, and more. This enchanting book delves into their folklore and history as well as a variety of techniques for developing relationships with them. Emily Carding shares nearly two dozen voice- and movement-based exercises for all levels of ability, such as using a symbol as a gateway to Faery and taking an underworld journey to meet your Faery ally. You'll also discover how to honor faeries, connect deeply to nature, and uncover your unique gifts. Featuring numerous color illustrations by bestselling artist Siolo Thompson, this guide immerses you in Faery magic and shows you how to strengthen connections between our worlds.

National Book Award Finalist: “This man’s ideas may be the most influential, not to say controversial, of the second half of the twentieth century.”—Columbus Dispatch At the heart of this classic, seminal book is Julian Jaynes's still-controversial thesis that human consciousness did not begin far back in animal evolution but instead is a learned process that came about only three thousand years ago and is still developing. The implications of this revolutionary scientific paradigm extend into virtually every aspect of our psychology, our history and culture, our religion—and indeed our future. “Don’t be put off by the academic title of Julian Jaynes’s The Origin of Consciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind. Its prose is always lucid and often lyrical…he unfolds his case with the utmost intellectual rigor.”—The New York Times “When Julian Jaynes . . . speculates that until late in the twentieth millennium BC men had no consciousness but were automatically obeying the voices of the gods, we are astounded but compelled to follow this remarkable thesis.”—John Updike, The New Yorker “He is as startling as Freud was in The Interpretation of Dreams, and Jaynes is equally as adept at forcing a new view of known human behavior.”—American Journal of Psychiatry

Irish Reconstructionist Polytheism is an often misunderstood path, but it is one with great richness and depth for those who follow it. This short introductory book touches on the basic beliefs and practices of Irish Polytheism as well as other important topics for people interested in practicing the religion using a Reconstructionist methodology or who would just like to know more about it. Explore the cosmology of the ancient Irish and learn how the old mythology and living culture show us the Gods and spirits of Ireland and how to connect to them. Ritual structure is explored, as well as daily practices and holidays, to create a path that brings the old beliefs forward into the modern world.