Realize deeply that the present moment is all you ever have. Make the Now the primary focus of your life.

<ul><li>We live obsessed with the past and future, but life is only happening Now.</li><li>Time is a mental construct — the past is memory, and the future is imagination.</li><li> Freedom comes from fully experiencing the present moment, where life actually happens.</li></ul>

The Illusion of Time

Time isn’t precious at all because it’s an illusion. What you perceive as precious is not time but the one point that is out of time: the Now.

<ul><li>Imagine your mind as a lake. The surface may be stormy, but the depths are still.</li><li>Your thoughts are like surface waves — but deep within, you are calm and undisturbed.</li><li>Stop identifying with the surface (thoughts) and connect with the depth (stillness).</li></ul>

You Are the Whole Lake

You are the whole lake, not just the surface. The deeper you go, the calmer it is.

<ul><li>The mind constantly "talks" — but you are not that voice. You are just an observer. </li><li>Observe your thoughts without identifying with them.</li><li>Freedom begins when you stop believing every thought that enters your mind.</li></ul>

You Are Not Your Mind

What a liberation to realize that the 'voice in my head' is not who I am. Who am I then? The one who sees that.

<ul><li>Imagine yourself as transparent, not solid.</li><li>When others criticize or hurt you, don’t resist. Instead, let it pass through you.</li><li> Resisting only strengthens the pain — by offering no resistance, it loses its power.</li></ul>

Be Transparent, Not Solid

Imagine yourself as transparent rather than solid, so that when someone says something hurtful, it passes right through you.

<ul><li>Resisting reality only creates suffering.</li><li>Surrender isn’t giving up — it’s accepting “what is” fully, even if it’s uncomfortable.</li><li>True peace comes from allowing life to flow through you without resistance.</li></ul>

Surrender to What Is

<ul><li>The Ego is the false "I" — it thrives on comparison, pride, and fear.</li><li>The True Self is pure awareness, existing beyond thoughts and roles.</li><li>By being present, you disidentify with the Ego and connect with your true essence.</li></ul>

Ego vs. True Self

The ego wants to find itself in the future, but the future never comes. It only exists as a thought in the present moment.

<ul><li>Don’t just think with your mind — use your whole body’s intelligence.</li><li>Creative ideas come when the mind is still, not when it’s overactive.</li><li>Be still, and clarity will arise from within.</li></ul>

Think With Your Whole Body

When the mind is still, the body becomes still, and when the body becomes still, the mind can think more clearly and creatively.

<ul><li>The present moment is all you have — everything else is mental noise.</li><li>You don’t “find” peace; you create it by being fully present in the moment.</li><li>Instead of thinking about "later," focus fully on the here and now.</li></ul>

The Present Moment is the Key

<ul><li>The present moment is all you have — cherish it.</li><li>Observe your thoughts and disidentify with the Ego.</li><li>Peace is not something to chase. It’s found in this very moment. </li></ul>Master presence = Master life.

Final Thoughts: Be Here, Be Now

To make the journey into the Now we will need to leave our analytical mind and its false created self, the ego, behind. From the very first page of Eckhart Tolle's extraordinary book, we move rapidly into a significantly higher altitude where we breathe a lighter air. We become connected to the indestructible essence of our Being, “The eternal, ever present One Life beyond the myriad forms of life that are subject to birth and death.” Although the journey is challenging, Eckhart Tolle uses simple language and an easy question and answer format to guide us. A word of mouth phenomenon since its first publication, The Power of Now is one of those rare books with the power to create an experience in readers, one that can radically change their lives for the better.

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Eckhart Tolle is a teacher, author, and entrepreneur. He is a German-born resident of Canada best known as the author of The Power of Now and A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose. Tolle does not identify with any specific religion, but he has been influenced by multiple spiritual works.

Eckhart Tolle

The Power of Now

<ul><li>This book explains how to live freely without worrying about being disliked.</li><li>It introduces Adlerian psychology, which teaches that happiness comes from self-acceptance. </li></ul>

About The Book

The courage to be happy also includes the courage to be disliked.

<ul><li>Not every problem is your task to solve.</li><li>Focus only on what you can control—leave others to handle their own tasks.</li><li>You gain freedom by letting go of the burden of others’ opinions and actions.</li></ul>

The Separation Of Tasks

"Whose task is this? If it is someone else’s task, leave it to them."

<ul><li>You don't need everyone to like you to be happy.</li><li>Living authentically means accepting that some people won’t agree with you.</li><li>True freedom comes from letting go of the fear of being disliked.</li></ul>

Freedom from the Need to Be Liked

Freedom is being disliked by other people. It is proof that you are living according to your own principles

<ul><li>Your past doesn't define you—your choices today do.</li><li>Stop using the past as an excuse for current problems.</li><li>Change begins when you take full control of the present moment.</li></ul>

You Are Not Your Past

You are not the sum of your past experiences. You are who you choose to be today.

<ul><li>Don't believe it? Imagine being alone in the world with no one around—would you have any problems? No.</li><li>Problems in life come from conflicts with others, not from within yourself.</li><li>"All problems are interpersonal relationship problems." This means that how you deal with others is key to solving many of your challenges.</li></ul>

All Problems Are Interpersonal Relationship Problems

No matter how much you may feel your problems are personal, they are inseparable from your interactions with others..

<ul><li>Don't live for praise or approval from others.</li><li>Focus on contributing value to others, not being seen as "superior."</li><li>Contribution brings lasting fulfillment, while recognition is temporary.</li></ul>

Contribution Over Recognition

The pursuit of superiority is the cause of all unhappiness

<ul><li>Life is not a compettion — you don’t have to win or prove yourself to anyone.</li><li>Accept yourself as you are instead of chasing an "ideal self" created by others.Happiness is in contribution, not recognition — focus on giving, not gaining praise.</li></ul>

Final Thoughts: The Courage to Be Free

A single book can change your life. Already an enormous bestseller in Asia, with more than 3 million copies sold, The Courage to be Disliked demonstrates how to unlock the power within yourself to be the person you truly want to be. Using the theories of Alfred Adler, one of the three giants of 19th century psychology alongside Freud and Jung, it follows an illuminating conversation between a philosopher and a young man. The philosopher explains to his pupil how each of us is able to determine our own lives, free of the shackles of past experiences, doubts and the expectations of others. It's a way of thinking that's deeply liberating, allowing us to develop the courage to change, and to ignore the limitations that we and those around us can place on ourselves. The result is a book that is both highly accessible and profound in its importance. Millions have already read and benefited from its wisdom. Now that The Courage to be Disliked has been published for the first time in English, so can you

Understand yourself and those around you.

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Psychology

Ichiro KISHIMI Philosopher, Adlerian psychologist and translator of English and German languages. Born in 1956.M.A.in philosophy from Kyoto University. Director of the Japanese Society of Adlerian psychology. Former counselor at Maeda Clinic in Kyoto and has taught philosophy and ancient Greek at various institutions such as Kyoto University of Education and Nara Women's University. He presently teaches educational psychology and clinical psychology at Meiji School of Oriental Medicine in Suita, Osaka. Kishimi now has his own private counseling office in Kameoka, Kyoto, and devotes his time to giving lectures on Adlerian Psychology and child education.

Ichiro Kishimi

Fumitake Koga is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Fumitake Koga has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Fumitake Koga's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

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The Courage to Be Disliked

The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz is a practical guide to personal freedom, rooted in ancient Toltec wisdom. It introduces four transformative principles that challenge the self-limiting beliefs we inherit from society and guide us toward clarity, self-awareness, and authenticity. By practicing these agreements, we can break free from negativity and embrace a more harmonious and fulfilling life.

From childhood, we are conditioned by society through rules, beliefs, and expectations, a process Ruiz calls "domestication." These external influences shape our behavior and self-perception, often leading to self-limiting beliefs. Breaking free from this domestication is essential to rediscovering our true selves and living authentically.

The Domestication Of Humans

Your words hold immense power—they can create or destroy. This agreement encourages you to speak with integrity, say only what you mean, and avoid gossip or negativity. By using your words to spread truth and positivity, you can build stronger relationships and foster self-respect.

The First Agreement: Be Impeccable with Your Word

Gossip is like a form of black magic; it’s a misuse of our word to poison the minds of others and ourselves.

Nothing others say or do is truly about you—it’s a reflection of their own reality, beliefs, and emotions. When you stop taking things personally, you free yourself from unnecessary suffering and the opinions of others. This agreement helps you stay grounded and maintain inner peace, no matter what happens around you.

The Second Agreement: Don’t Take Anything Personally

"When you take things personally, then you take it with you. It becomes part of your dream."

Making assumptions often leads to misunderstandings and unnecessary conflict. Instead of assuming what others think or feel, ask questions and communicate clearly. This agreement encourages you to seek clarity and avoid creating false narratives in your mind.

The Third Agreement: Don’t Make Assumptions

"We only see what we want to see. We only hear what we want to hear. We don't perceive things the way they are"

Doing your best means giving your full effort in every situation, without overthinking or expecting perfection. Your best will vary from moment to moment, depending on your circumstances, but as long as you give your all, there is no regret. This agreement encourages self-compassion and understanding, knowing that doing your best is all you can control.

The Fourth Agreement: Always Do Your Best

"Doing your best is taking the action because you love it, not because you’re expecting a reward."

By practicing the Four Agreements—being impeccable with your word, not taking anything personally, not making assumptions, and always doing your best—you can create a life of freedom, happiness, and love. These agreements help you break free from the limitations imposed by societal conditioning and live in alignment with your true self. Remember, it's not about perfection, but about progress and transformation.

Final Thoughts

In The Four Agreements, bestselling author don Miguel Ruiz reveals the source of self-limiting beliefs that rob us of joy and create needless suffering. Based on ancient Toltec wisdom, The Four Agreements offer a powerful code of conduct that can rapidly transform our lives to a new experience of freedom, true happiness, and love. •  A New York Times bestseller for over a decade •  Translated into 50 languages worldwide   “This book by don Miguel Ruiz, simple yet so powerful, has made a tremendous difference in how I think and act in every encounter.” — Oprah Winfrey “Don Miguel Ruiz’s book is a roadmap to enlightenment and freedom.” — Deepak Chopra, Author, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success “An inspiring book with many great lessons.” — Wayne Dyer, Author, Real Magic “In the tradition of Castaneda, Ruiz distills essential Toltec wisdom, expressing with clarity and impeccability what it means for men and women to live as peaceful warriors in the modern world.” — Dan Millman, Author, Way of the Peaceful Warrior

Don Miguel Ruiz is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Don Miguel Ruiz has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Don Miguel Ruiz's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

Don Miguel Ruiz

Janet Mills is an accomplished writer whose work has resonated with readers around the world. Janet Mills has published several books that explore a range of topics, from fiction to nonfiction, and has received critical acclaim for the ability to weave compelling narratives. Janet Mills's writing style is known for its depth and authenticity, and has earned quite a loyal following of readers.

Janet Mills

The Four Agreements

The meaning of life is to give life meaning

Have you ever wondered about the meaning of your life? Viktor Frankl, in this book believes that humans have a natural desire to find meaning in life, which he calls the "will to meaning" and that they are motivated by this force.This book willchallenge your beliefs and inspire you to seek meaning in your own life, even in the face of adversity.

Man's Search for Meaning

When we are unable to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves

Viktor Frankl introduces the term 'logotherapy' in the second part of this book. Logotherapy holds that human beings are driven to find purpose and meaning in life.According to logo therapy we can discover the meaning in life in three different waysan :1. By creating a work or doing a deed2. By experienceing something or encountering someone3. By the attitude we take toward an avoidable suffering.

Logotherapy

What is to give light must endure burning

Consider a movie: it conists of thousands of individual pictures, and each of them carries a meaning, yet the meaning of the whole film cannot be seen before its last sequence is shown. However, we cannot understand the whole film without having first understood each of its components.Isn't the same with life? Life is a story with meaningful moments that gradually converge towards a greater purpose, just like in a movie.

'Life is like a movie'

He who has a why to live can bear with almost any how

The author motivates you to embrace your sufferings and take pride in them, for your personal hardships have the potential to transform into remarkable triumphs.

From Tragedy to Truimph

What does not kill you, make you stronger.

This author's memoir has riveted generations of readers with its descriptions of life in Nazi death camps and its lessons for spiritual survival. Between 1942 and 1945 he labored in four different camps, including Auschwitz, while his parents, brother, and pregnant wife perished. Based on his own experience and the experiences of those he treated in his practice, he argues that we cannot avoid suffering but we can choose how to cope with it, find meaning in it, and move forward with renewed purpose. His theory, known as logotherapy, from the Greek word logos ("meaning") holds that our primary drive in life is not pleasure, as Freud maintained, but the discovery and pursuit of what we personally find meaningful.

A prominent Viennese psychiatrist before the war, Viktor Frankl was uniquely able to observe the way that he and other inmates coped with the experience of being in Auschwitz. He noticed that it was the men who comforted others and who gave away their last piece of bread who survived the longest - and who offered proof that everything can be taken away from us except the ability to choose our attitude in any given set of circumstances. The sort of person the prisoner became was the result of an inner decision and not of camp influences alone. Only those who allowed their inner hold on their moral and spiritual selves to subside eventually fell victim to the camp's degenerating influence - while those who made a victory of those experiences turned them into an inner triumph. Frankl came to believe that man's deepest desire is to search for meaning and purpose. This outstanding work offers us all a way to transcend suffering and find significance in the art of living.

Viktor Emil Frankl M.D., Ph.D., was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist as well as a Holocaust survivor. Frankl was the founder of logotherapy, which is a form of Existential Analysis, the "Third Viennese School" of psychotherapy.His book Man's Search for Meaning (first published under a different title in 1959: From Death-Camp to Existentialism. Originally published in 1946 as Ein Psycholog erlebt das Konzentrationslager) chronicles his experiences as a concentration camp inmate and describes his psychotherapeutic method of finding meaning in all forms of existence, even the most sordid ones, and thus a reason to continue living. He was one of the key figures in existential therapy.

Viktor E. Frankl

Man's Search For Meaning

'The monk who sold his Ferrari' is a self-help novel that teaches you how to live a long, content and fulfilling life. It gives you many practical techniques to improve the quality of your life and reach your highest potential.

Investing in yourself is the best investment you'll ever make

Your vision will become clear only when you look into your heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside awakens.

Dare to dream that you are more than the sum of your current circumstances

The quality of your thoughts determines the quality of your life. If you want to live life to the fullest take care of your thoughts as you would take care of your most priced possessions.

Everything is always created twice ; first in the mind and then in reality

'There is nothing noble about being superior to some other person. True nobility lies in being superior to your former self'

What lies behind you and what lies in front of you is nothing when compared to what lies within you

When you control your thoughts, you control your mind. When you control your mind, you control your life. And when you control your life you become the master of your destiny.

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.

The road is just as good as the end. Enjoy the journey.

Self-mastery is the DNA of life-mastery

We don't laugh because we are happy. We are happy because we laugh.

The life lessons given in this book can change anyone's life

With more than four million copies sold in fifty-one languages, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari launched a bestselling series and continues to help people from every walk of life live with far greater success, happiness and meaning in these times of dramatic uncertainty. The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari celebrates the story of Julian Mantle, a successful but misguided lawyer whose physical and emotional collapse propels him to confront his life. The result is an engaging odyssey on how to release your potential and live with passion, purpose and peace. A brilliant blend of timeless wisdom and cutting-edge success principles, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari is now, more than ever, a guide for the times, as countless Canadians dedicate themselves to living a life where family, work and personal fulfillment are achieved in harmonious balance.

Wisdom to Create a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Peace This inspiring tale provides a step-by-step approach to living with greater courage, balance, abundance, and joy. A wonderfully crafted fable, The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari tells the extraordinary story of Julian Mantle, a lawyer forced to confront the spiritual crisis of his out-of-balance life. On a life-changing odyssey to an ancient culture, he discovers powerful, wise, and practical lessons that teach us to: <ul><li> Develop Joyful Thoughts, <li> Follow Our Life's Mission and Calling, <li> Cultivate Self-Discipline and Act Courageously, <li> Value Time as Our Most Important Commodity, <li> Nourish Our Relationships, and <li> Live Fully, One Day at a Time.</ul>

Robin Sharma is one of the world’s premier thinkers on leadership, personal growth and life management. The bestselling author of The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari, Who Will Cry When You Die? and The Saint, the Surfer, and the CEO and four other books on self-transformation. Robin Sharma is in constant demand internationally as keynote speaker at the conferences of many of the most powerful companies on the planet including Microsoft, Nortel Networks, General Motors, FedEx and IBM. He is a resident of Ontario, Canada. (Barnes and Noble)

Robin S. Sharma

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

We all know, that social media is not the reality. Yet we compare our lives with the highlight reels which we see on social media.Nobody is as successful as Instagram makes them look and nobody is as pretty as filters make them seem. Comparison is the thief of joy.Whatever we see on social media is an illusion. We get envious of things, relationships and lifestyles which don't even existWe often use social media to escape from the reality. Eventually, anxiety, depression and insecurity sprouts.

Social Media

Social media has turned the art of living into an art of performing

1. Insecurity2. Insomnia3. Obesity4. Anxiety on not receiving updates and many more..

Effects of overuse of Social Media

1. Enjoy your off-screen life. Don't just click pictures just to post on social media. Instead live in the moment.We're living in an era where capturing moments using our phones is more important than living those moments with whoever is beside us.2. Keep the phone away at bedtime.3. Keep the phone away when you are with your family.4. Make sure you are happy in real life, not just on social media.

How to get out of the trap?

Don't use social media to impress people; use it to impact people

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Success comes to those who become SUCCESS CONSCIOUSFailure comes to those who indifferently allow themselves to become FAILURE CONSCIOUS

Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve

If you never see great riches in your imagination, you will never see it in your bank balance.

The starting point of all achievement is DESIRE

Life's battles don't always goTo the stronger or faster man,But soon or late, the man who winsIs the man WHO THINKS HE CAN!

Offers the secrets of super achievers, such as Henry Ford, Andrew Carnegie, and John Rockefeller, and explains how to use their secrets for success.

Ever wondered how life would be if we could condition our minds to Think and Grow Rich? Author Napoleon Hill claims to have based this book on twenty years of rigorous research on the lives of those who had amassed great wealth and made a fortune. Observing their habits, their ways of working and the principles they followed, Hill put together laws and philosophies that can be practiced in everyday life to achieve all-round success. The narrative is rich with stories and anecdotes, which not only inspire, but also show a way forward to take action. After all, riches are not just material, but also pertaining to the mind, body and spirit.  Having sold more than fifteen million copies across the world, this book remains the most read self-improvement book of all times!

Oliver Napoleon Hill was an American self-help author. He is best known for his book Think and Grow Rich, which is among the best-selling self-help books of all time. Hill's works insisted that fervid expectations are essential to improving one's life.

The Power of Now

The Courage to Be Disliked

The Four Agreements

Man's Search For Meaning

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

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