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How to Live

What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and Community

by Judith Valente, Martin E. Marty ...

"A timely book for troubled times, showing how the values and practices established by St. Benedict in the 6th century can help us lead happier lives." —Kathleen Norris, author of The Cloister WalkWritten in the sixth century as a guide for monks on how to live communally, The Rule of St. Benedict remains a timeless treasure trove of human wisdom. It arose from an era much like our own—when a ... Read more

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"A timely book for troubled times, showing how the values and practices established by St. Benedict in the 6th century can help us lead happier lives." —Kathleen Norris, author of The Cloister WalkWritten in the sixth century as a guide for monks on how to live communally, The Rule of St. Benedict remains a timeless treasure trove of human wisdom. It arose from an era much like our own—when a
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How to Live

What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and Community

by Judith Valente, Martin E. Marty ...

Narrated by Pam Ward ...

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6 hours 19 min

The Rule of St. Benedict arose from an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. Similar to the anxieties and frustrations of the sixth century, we are living in a time where societies need to stress community over competition, consensus over conflict, simplicity ... Read more

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The Rule of St. Benedict arose from an era when a great civilization was threatened by violence, economic forces that favored the wealthy, political leaders that lacked the trust of the public, and rampant xenophobia. Similar to the anxieties and frustrations of the sixth century, we are living in a time where societies need to stress community over competition, consensus over conflict, simplicity
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How to Be

A Monk and a Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying, Purpose & Prayer, Forgiveness & Friendship

by Judith Valente, Paul Quenon ...

"Readers will want to savor these wise and lyrical offerings."—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) The spiritual seeker's guide to living with authenticity and integrity in troubled times by a lauded journalist and monk mentored by Thomas Merton. This book is a dialogue between two spiritual seekers—one a Trappist monk and the other a married professional woman. It is two people "stuttering to ... Read more

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"Readers will want to savor these wise and lyrical offerings."—Publishers Weekly (Starred Review) The spiritual seeker's guide to living with authenticity and integrity in troubled times by a lauded journalist and monk mentored by Thomas Merton. This book is a dialogue between two spiritual seekers—one a Trappist monk and the other a married professional woman. It is two people "stuttering to
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The Italian Soul

How to Savor the Full Joys of Life

by Judith Valente ...

“This is a book for spiritual seekers and all who want to bring a piece of the Italian way of life into their own homes.”—James Martin, SJ, author of Learning to PrayTake a pilgrimage of the heart, a journey toward change that will allow you to approach life with a more contemplative stance and recreate a sense of la dolce vita—the sweet life—wherever you may be.In The Italian Soul, Judith Valente ... Read more

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“This is a book for spiritual seekers and all who want to bring a piece of the Italian way of life into their own homes.”—James Martin, SJ, author of Learning to PrayTake a pilgrimage of the heart, a journey toward change that will allow you to approach life with a more contemplative stance and recreate a sense of la dolce vita—the sweet life—wherever you may be.In The Italian Soul, Judith Valente
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How to Be

A Monk and a Journalist Reflect on Living & Dying, Purpose & Prayer, Forgiveness & Friendship

by Judith Valente, Paul Quenon, OCSO ...

Narrated by Pam Ward ...

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4 hours 56 min

The spiritual seeker’s guide to living with authenticity and integrity in troubled times.This book is a dialogue between two spiritual seekers—one a Trappist monk and the other a married professional woman. It is two people "stuttering to articulate life's universal questions from diverse contexts and perspectives." Brother Paul writes as one steeped in silence and the daily rhythms of the ancient ... Read more

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The spiritual seeker’s guide to living with authenticity and integrity in troubled times.This book is a dialogue between two spiritual seekers—one a Trappist monk and the other a married professional woman. It is two people "stuttering to articulate life's universal questions from diverse contexts and perspectives." Brother Paul writes as one steeped in silence and the daily rhythms of the ancient
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Questions to Bring Us Closer to Divine Presence

by Judith Valente ...

Narrated by Justine Willis Toms ...

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57 min

This conversation encompasses a wide range of what it means to be human and life’s universal questions from very different perspectives. Valente responds to Trappist monk Brother Quenon’s question, “Does this bring you closer to God?” by saying “I think that's the question we have to ask ourselves all the time in our work. Is this bringing me closer to the Divine Presence?" ... Read more

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This conversation encompasses a wide range of what it means to be human and life’s universal questions from very different perspectives. Valente responds to Trappist monk Brother Quenon’s question, “Does this bring you closer to God?” by saying “I think that's the question we have to ask ourselves all the time in our work. Is this bringing me closer to the Divine Presence?"
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How to Live and How to Be

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by Judith Valente, Paul Quenon, OCSO, Martin E. Marty ...

Narrated by Pam Ward ...

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11 hours 16 min

How to Live: What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and CommunityIn How to Live, Judith Valente explores the key elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our lives offering a way forward from the divisions gripping our country. These fresh and profound explorations are inspiring and ... Read more

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How to Live: What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and CommunityIn How to Live, Judith Valente explores the key elements of the rule and clearly demonstrates how incorporating this ancient wisdom can change the quality and texture of our lives offering a way forward from the divisions gripping our country. These fresh and profound explorations are inspiring and
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The Italian Soul

How to Savor the Full Joys of Life

by Judith Valente ...

Narrated by Daniela Acitelli ...

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4 hours 6 min

The Italian Soul is a pilgrimage of the heart, a journey toward change that will allow its readers to approach life with a more contemplative stance and recreate a sense of la dolce vita—the sweet life—wherever they might be.The Italian Soul offers practical guidance into how we can transport a taste of the Italian “good life” into our own homes. Additionally, it explores the contemplative ... Read more

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The Italian Soul is a pilgrimage of the heart, a journey toward change that will allow its readers to approach life with a more contemplative stance and recreate a sense of la dolce vita—the sweet life—wherever they might be.The Italian Soul offers practical guidance into how we can transport a taste of the Italian “good life” into our own homes. Additionally, it explores the contemplative
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The Whale Library

by Zidrou ...

Translated by MB Valente ...

Series Book Volume 0 - The Whale Library
A poetic fable for grown-ups full of wisdom and beauty, by two Belgian masters of graphic storytelling.Out on the high seas lives a whale unlike any other, who spends her days reading stories to all who will listen, taken from the vast library hidden in her belly. When the whale bumps into a sea postman's boat one fateful night, it's the beginning of an extraordinary friendship. But not every ... Read more

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A poetic fable for grown-ups full of wisdom and beauty, by two Belgian masters of graphic storytelling.Out on the high seas lives a whale unlike any other, who spends her days reading stories to all who will listen, taken from the vast library hidden in her belly. When the whale bumps into a sea postman's boat one fateful night, it's the beginning of an extraordinary friendship. But not every
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Irrational Season, The

by Madeleine L'Engle ...

Narrated by Pamela Almand ...

Series Audiobook 3 - The Crosswicks Journals
Unabridged

8 hours 41 min

The bestselling author of A Wrinkle in Time contemplates the true meaning of faith in the third installment of her series of memoirs.Upon her death, the New York Times hailed Madeleine L’Engle as “an author whose childhood fables, religious meditations and fanciful science fiction transcended both genre and generation.” L’Engle has long captivated and provoked readers by exploring the intersection ... Read more

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The bestselling author of A Wrinkle in Time contemplates the true meaning of faith in the third installment of her series of memoirs.Upon her death, the New York Times hailed Madeleine L’Engle as “an author whose childhood fables, religious meditations and fanciful science fiction transcended both genre and generation.” L’Engle has long captivated and provoked readers by exploring the intersection
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The Book of Mistakes

9 Secrets to Creating a Successful Future

by Skip Prichard ...

Narrated by Skip Prichard ...

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4 hours 39 min

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to catch all the breaks and win over and over again? What do the super successful know? What is standing between you and your wildest dreams?The Book of Mistakes will take you on an inspiring journey, following an ancient manuscript with powerful lessons that will transform your life. You'll meet David, a young man who with each passing day is more ... Read more

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Have you ever wondered why some people seem to catch all the breaks and win over and over again? What do the super successful know? What is standing between you and your wildest dreams?The Book of Mistakes will take you on an inspiring journey, following an ancient manuscript with powerful lessons that will transform your life. You'll meet David, a young man who with each passing day is more
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NeuroWisdom

The New Brain Science of Money, Happiness, and Success

by Mark Robert Waldman, Chris Manning PhD ...

Narrated by Patrick Lawlor ...

Unabridged

7 hours 47 min

From a course they created for professionals, Mark Waldman and Chris Manning adapted their lectures, and present simple brain exercises, based on the latest neuroscience research, to guide listeners on what makes us happy, wealthy, and wise.The promise of their original class—and now of this book—is to help people create more “wealth” in their lives, defined as the combination of money, happiness, ... Read more

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From a course they created for professionals, Mark Waldman and Chris Manning adapted their lectures, and present simple brain exercises, based on the latest neuroscience research, to guide listeners on what makes us happy, wealthy, and wise.The promise of their original class—and now of this book—is to help people create more “wealth” in their lives, defined as the combination of money, happiness,
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