Sharon Salzberg is an American meditation teacher and author known for her work in bringing Buddhist meditation practices to the Western world. She is the co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society with Jack Kornfield and Joseph Goldstein. She has authored several books on meditation and Buddhist practice, including Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness and Real Happiness: The Power of Meditation.
Sharon first encountered Buddhism as a student in India in 1971 and soon developed a deep interest in Buddhist teachings, particularly as they applied to meditation practice. She began studying and practicing vipassana (insight) meditation with her teacher, S.N. Goenka and became committed to a daily practice.
In 1974, Sharon returned to the United States and co-founded the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts. She has been teaching meditation since then and has become one of the leading voices in secular Buddhist practice. Sharon emphasizes the importance of an open heart in meditation practice and encourages students to cultivate an attitude of kindness and compassion towards themselves and others.
Sharon has been featured in a number of documentaries, magazine and newspaper articles, and books, including The New York Times bestseller Real Happiness. She is also the host of the popular podcast Insight Hour, which focuses on the science, psychology, and philosophy of meditation.
As one of the most influential meditation teachers in the United States, Sharon has touched the lives of countless people around the world. She continues to share her teachings through lectures, workshops, retreats, and books, with the goal of helping others find peace and happiness in their lives.
Sharon is also the co-founder and guiding teacher of the Insight Meditation Coaching program, which offers online and in-person meditation instruction and coaching. She also serves on the Mind and Life Institute board, which explores the intersection of science and contemplative practice.
Sharon’s work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Washington Post. She has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and the BBC. She has also given numerous talks at venues such as TEDx and The Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values.
In addition to her teaching and writing, Sharon also works to bring mindfulness to a wider audience through her charitable work. She is a founding board member of the Interdependence Project, which provides meditation instruction to underserved communities. She also serves on the advisory board of the Insight Prison Project, which brings meditation and mindfulness practices to prisons and jails.

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Sam Harris is an American neuroscientist, philosopher, and author. He is the founder and CEO of Project Reason, a non-profit organization that promotes science and secularism. Harris is known for his critiques of religious faith and his promotion of scientific rationality and secular humanism. He has written several books, including "The End of Faith," "Letter to a Christian Nation," "The Moral Landscape," "Free Will," and "Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion." Harris is also a frequent speaker and commentator on neuroscience, philosophy, and religion issues.
Sam Harris hosts a podcast called "Making Sense," produced by his non-profit organization, Project Reason. The podcast features Harris having in-depth conversations with various guests, including scientists, scholars, authors, and other public figures. Topics of discussion on the podcast include science, philosophy, politics, and current events. The podcast is released weekly, and episodes can be found on various platforms such as iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube. The podcast has been running since 2013 and has been well-received by listeners for its in-depth and thought-provoking conversations.
Harris has written extensively on neuroscience and its implications for understanding the nature of consciousness, free will, and morality. In addition, he is known for his work on the neural basis of belief and emotion and his critiques of traditional religious and spiritual beliefs.
Project Reason is a non-profit organization that promotes scientific understanding and critical thinking on issues related to religion, morality, and politics. It provides a forum for open and rational discussion of these topics and works to combat the influence of dogmatism and superstition in public life. Some of the activities of Project Reason include public lectures, debates, discussions with experts in various fields, and the production of multimedia content such as podcasts, videos, and articles. Harris' organization also provides educational resources and materials for educators and students.

Ray Dalio is a renowned American investor, businessman, and philanthropist. He is the founder, chairman, and co-chief investment officer of Bridgewater Associates, a global investment management firm. He is considered one of the most successful investors of all time, with a net worth estimated at over $18 billion in 2020.
Dalio began his career as a Wall Street trader and quickly rose to prominence in the financial world. He started Bridgewater Associates in 1975 with just $5,000 in the capital. Since then, the firm has become one of the world's largest and most successful hedge funds, managing over $150 billion in assets.
Dalio is one of the most influential figures in the world of finance, having been featured on the cover of Time magazine, Fortune magazine, and numerous other publications. He is a sought-after speaker at conferences and events and has been featured in documentaries and films.
Dalio's investment philosophy is based on the concept of "radical transparency," which emphasizes the importance of open and honest communication. He is also a strong proponent of "principled decision-making," which focuses on understanding the underlying principles that drive decisions.
Dalio is a strong advocate for philanthropy and has donated over $1 billion to charities and non-profits. In addition, he has founded and funded several organizations, including the Dalio Foundation, which supports education, health, and economic opportunity initiatives.
Dalio's influence extends beyond the world of finance. He has written several books about his life and career, including Principles: Life and Work, which has become a bestseller. He has also created an online course called Principles for Success, which offers guidance on how to achieve success in life and work.
Dalio has earned numerous awards and honors for his work in business and philanthropy, including being named to the Forbes 400 list of wealthiest individuals in the world and being inducted into the American Academy of Achievement. In 2017, he was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize for his dedication to promoting economic and social progress. He also serves on the boards of several organizations, including the Robin Hood Foundation and the Council on Foreign Relations.

Jack Kornfield is a best-selling author and leading voice in modern Buddhism. Born in 1945, he holds a Ph.D. in clinical psychology and has studied with many of the great Buddhist teachers of the 20th century. He is a founding teacher of the Insight Meditation Society (IMS) and Spirit Rock Center in California. He has taught meditation retreats and training in the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia since 1974.
Kornfield is known for his warm, accessible style, and his teachings emphasize the practical application of Buddhist principles in everyday life. His books, including the classics A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry, have been translated into over 20 languages and have sold above one million copies worldwide. His most recent works include Bringing Home the Dharma and The Wise Heart: A Guide to the Universal Teachings of Buddhist Psychology.
Kornfield has been actively bridging Eastern and Western psychological and spiritual traditions. He has collaborated with colleagues such as Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, and Ram Dass in developing the Vipassana Meditation movement in the U.S. He co-founded the Mindfulness Awareness Research Center at UCLA and was the founding president of the Buddhist Peace Fellowship.
In addition to his writing and teaching, Kornfield is an active proponent of social justice and environmental activism. He co-founded the Buddhist Alliance for Social Engagement and is involved in numerous other social justice initiatives. He is a strong proponent of non-violence and has been involved in various social justice initiatives, including the Buddhist Alliance for Social Engagement and the Mindfulness in Social Movements conference. He is also a passionate advocate for environmental causes and supports the preservation of rainforests and the protection of ocean ecosystems.
Kornfield has been actively engaged in bridging Eastern and Western spiritual traditions and has collaborated with colleagues such as Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, and Ram Dass in developing the Vipassana Meditation movement in the U.S. He also serves on the board of the Buddhist Global Relief and the Mind &amp; Life Institute, which seeks to integrate contemplative practices and scientific research.&nbsp;
Kornfield’s activism has extended beyond his writings and teachings to his work with various international organizations. He has traveled to Burma and other countries to support human rights initiatives and has spoken at the United Nations’ World Conference on Human Rights in Vienna. He was also a founding member of the International Network of Engaged Buddhists, which promotes peace and social justice.
Kornfield’s work has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show and other television programs and has been interviewed on National Public Radio and other radio programs. He has also been featured in films, including The Buddha and The Dharma Bums. Kornfield is a recipient of the Outstanding Buddhist American Award and the Courage of Conscience Award.

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Brian C. Muraresku graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Brown University with a degree in Latin, Greek, and Sanskrit. As an alumnus of Georgetown Law and a member of the Bars of both New York and Washington D.C., he has been practicing law internationally for over fifteen years. He lives outside Washington, D.C., with his wife and two daughters. The Immortality Key is Muraresku's debut book. In 2020, it became a New York Times bestseller. Audible named it "Best of 2020" in the History category.
Muraresku launched The Immortality Key on the Joe Rogan Experience. He has since appeared on CNN, NPR, SiriusXM, and a number of celebrity podcasts, including Jordan Peterson, Lex Fridman, Andrew Sullivan, Pete Holmes, and Gwyneth Paltrow. His work has been featured in Forbes, Daily Beast, Vox, VICE, Haaretz, Big Think, Patheos, Los Angeles Review of Books, Quillette, Brown Alumni Magazine, and ABC Australia, with honorable mention in Los Angeles Magazine and Rolling Stone. Muraresku regularly engages academic colleagues, including Harvard Divinity School, Columbia University, and the Yale Psychedelic Science Group.

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Maria Popova is a writer, entrepreneur, and cultural critic known for her work as the founder and editor of the popular website Brain Pickings. Brain Pickings is an eclectic website that features interesting and thought-provoking articles, essays, and books on a wide range of topics, including literature, philosophy, science, and art. Popova began Brain Pickings as a personal project in 2006, and it quickly gained a large following. Today, the site receives millions of visitors each month and has been praised for its unique perspective and curatorial approach.
Popova has also written for a number of publications, including The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Wired. In addition, she has been a speaker at various conferences and events, discussing topics such as creativity, productivity, and the intersection of technology and culture. Popova has also been honored with several awards for her work, including the Webby Award for Best Cultural Blog and the National Endowment for the Arts NEA Arts Journalism Institute in Creative Writing.
In addition to her work on Brain Pickings, Popova is also the author of "Figuring" which is a book that explores the lives and works of some of the most fascinating and accomplished figures of the last four centuries, from Jane Austen and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe to Marie Curie and Martin Luther King Jr.
Popova continues to write, curate, and publish her works on her website and in various publications, making her an influencer in literature and culture.

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Winston Churchill was a British statesman and politician who served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom twice, from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. He is widely considered to be one of the greatest wartime leaders of the 20th century, leading Britain through its darkest hour during World War II.
Churchill was born in 1874 and was educated at Harrow and Sandhurst. He began his career in the British Army and later transitioned into politics, serving as a Member of Parliament for over 60 years. He held several government positions throughout his career, including as the First Lord of the Admiralty, Minister of Munitions, and Secretary of State for War.
During World War II, Churchill served as Prime Minister and played a key role in leading Britain through the war. He made powerful speeches that rallied the nation and inspired the British people to keep fighting, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. His speeches are widely considered to be some of the greatest in history, with phrases such as "Never give in, never give in, never, never, never" and "We shall fight on the beaches" becoming famous.
One of Churchill's greatest achievements as Prime Minister was his strong alliance with US President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Soviet leader Joseph Stalin. Together, they led the Allied powers to victory over Nazi Germany.
After World War II, Churchill served as Prime Minister again from 1951 to 1955 but was defeated in the general election. He remained an active Member of Parliament until 1964 and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1953 for his six-volume memoir of the war. He died in 1965 at the age of 90.
Churchill's legacy continues to this day, with many seeing him as a symbol of leadership, courage, and determination in the face of adversity. He is often ranked as one of the greatest British Prime Ministers, and his speeches are still studied and admired by people all over the world.
Winston Churchill was a prolific writer throughout his life, publishing books on a wide range of subjects. One of his most notable literary achievements is his six-volume memoir, The Second World War, which he wrote during and after the war. The work, which was published between 1948 and 1954, provides a detailed and personal account of the war from Churchill's perspective, including his thoughts and decisions as Prime Minister. The memoirs were international bestsellers and were praised for their historical accuracy and Churchill's literary skill.
In addition to his memoirs, Churchill also wrote several other books throughout his life. Some of his most notable works include:
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<li>"The World Crisis" (1923-1931): A five-volume work that covers the period of Churchill's life from 1911 to 1928 and includes his thoughts on World War I and its aftermath.</li>
<li>"My Early Life" (1930): An autobiographical work that covers Churchill's childhood and early career.</li>
<li>"A History of the English-Speaking Peoples" (1956-1958): A four-volume work that covers the history of the English-speaking peoples from the Anglo-Saxon period to the end of the 19th century.</li>
<li>"Painting as a Pastime" (1948): A book in which Churchill reflects on his hobby of painting and its therapeutic effects.</li>
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Churchill's books have been widely read and praised for their historical accuracy and literary merit. They provide valuable insights into the mind of one of the most important figures of the 20th century and continue to be studied and admired today.

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Walter Isaacson is an American author and journalist best known for his biographies of Benjamin Franklin, Albert Einstein, Steve Jobs, and other iconic personalities. He is the president and CEO of the Aspen Institute, a nonpartisan educational and policy studies organization based in Washington, D.C.
Isaacson was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, in 1952 and educated at Harvard University and the University of Oxford. He began his career in journalism at The Sunday Times of London and then as a political writer for TIME magazine, where he served as managing editor from 1995 to 2001 and editor from 2001 to 2002.
In 2003, Isaacson published his first book, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life, which was both critically and commercially successful and won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for biography. His second book, Einstein: His Life and Universe, was published in 2007 and was a New York Times Best Seller.
In 2011, Isaacson published his biography of Apple’s co-founder, Steve Jobs, which was a critical and commercial success. The book, which was excerpted in TIME, was optioned for a movie by Sony Pictures. In 2013, he released The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution, which was a New York Times Best Seller.
In addition to his books, Isaacson has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The New Yorker. He has appeared on television programs such as The Colbert Report, The Daily Show, and Real Time with Bill Maher.
Isaacson is a prolific speaker, delivering keynotes at organizations such as Google, Microsoft, the National Academy of Sciences, the National Constitution Center, the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and many others. He is a member of the American Philosophical Society and the Council on Foreign Relations.
Isaacson is also a board member of several non-profit organizations, such as Teach for America, the National Constitution Center, the Aspen Institute, and the Brookings Institution. He is a former chair of the Broadcasting Board of Governors, which oversees the Voice of America and other international broadcasting outlets.
In 2015, Isaacson was appointed to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology by President Barack Obama. He is also a member of the G7 Task Force on the Digital Economy.
Isaacson is a frequent contributor to various media outlets, including NPR’s Morning Edition, and he has been featured on the cover of Newsweek and TIME. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Gerald Loeb Award for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism, the Henry Luce Award, the Digital Book World Award for Non-Fiction, and the World Technology Award for Media.

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Neil Richard Gaiman was born on November 10, 1960, in Portchester, England. He originated from a family of Eastern European Jewish descent. His father, David Bernard Gaiman, worked at their family chain of stores, while his mother, Sheila Gaiman, was a pharmacist. In 1965 the family moved to East Grinstead, West Sussex, where Neil grew up with a profound love for reading, beginning as early as age 4.&nbsp;
Some of his favorite childhood books include J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, C. S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia, Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Batman, and other comics. Gaiman received early education at various church schools, including Fonthill School in East Grinstead, Ardingly College, and Whitgift School in Croydon.
When Gaiman began to outgrow comic books in his teenage years, he realized the lack of comic books for an older mature audience. He, therefore, decided to fill the gap himself. Although he wanted to write comic books, Gaiman had little idea how to go about it. Following his graduation from high school in 1977, Gaiman became a journalist writing articles for a number of renowned publications such as the Sunday Times, the Observer, Knave, and Time Out.&nbsp;
In March 1985, Gaiman married McGrath after the birth of their son Michael in 1983. The couple had two more children, Holly and Madeleine. In 1984, Gaiman wrote his first book, a biography of the band Duran Duran. He continued writing articles and interviews in magazines under pseudonyms. However, in 1987, Gaiman waved goodbye to journalism, stating, “British newspapers can make up anything they want and publish it as fact.”&nbsp;
Also, in the late 1980s, Gaiman published Don’t Panic: The Official Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Companion. Gaiman started writing comic books, continuing the series of Marvelman after its original creator and Gaiman’s friend Alan Moore abandoned it. After his impressive work on Marvelman, Gaiman was offered to write the limited series of Black Orchard and also to re-write an old character, The Sandman. From December 1988 to March 1966, Gaiman produced work on The Sandman, which was later collected in 12 volumes.&nbsp;
More significant comic works by Neil Gaiman include The Books of Magic (1989), Lady Justice, and Mr. Hero. The Newmatic Man, Teknophage, Tales of the White Wolf, Whatever happened to the Caper Crusader, as well as contributions to Wednesday Comics.

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Oprah Winfrey is a media mogul, philanthropist, and one of the most influential women in the world. Born in Mississippi in 1954, Winfrey had a difficult childhood marked by poverty and abuse. Yet, despite these challenges, she developed a love of reading and storytelling at an early age, and by the time she was in high school, she was already a skilled public speaker.
After high school, Winfrey attended Tennessee State University and began her career in media as a radio and television host. In 1976, she was hired as the first African American female anchor for the evening news at WTVF-TV in Nashville, Tennessee. From there, she hosted a local talk show in Baltimore, Maryland, called "People Are Talking."
In 1983, Winfrey landed her own nationally syndicated talk show, "The Oprah Winfrey Show," which ran for 25 years and became the highest-rated talk show in the history of American television. Through the show, Winfrey built a massive following and became one of the most popular and influential figures in the United States. She interviewed many guests, from celebrities and politicians to everyday people, with inspiring stories.
In addition to her talk show, Winfrey has also built a successful career as an actress, producer, and entrepreneur. She has appeared in films like "The Color Purple" and "Lee Daniels' The Butler," and has produced hit shows such as "Dr. Phil" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show." She also runs her own media production company, Harpo Productions, and owns the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) cable network.
Winfrey is also known for her philanthropic work and has used her wealth and platform to support various causes, including education, women's rights, and poverty relief. In 1986, she established the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in South Africa, which provides education and leadership training to underprivileged young women. She also founded the Oprah Winfrey Foundation, which supports organizations that empower women and children.
Throughout her career, Winfrey has been recognized for her media, entertainment, and philanthropy contributions. She has won numerous awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and is considered one of the most powerful and influential figures in the United States.

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Jordan Peterson is a Canadian clinical psychologist, cultural critic, and professor of psychology at the University of Toronto. He first gained widespread recognition in 2016 with the publication of his book "12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos," which became a best-seller and sparked a global conversation about personal responsibility, masculinity, and the nature of meaning in life.
Peterson's ideas and teachings center around the idea of personal responsibility and self-improvement. He encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own lives and to strive for self-actualization rather than relying on external factors to create meaning and purpose in life. He is known for his critiques of political correctness and what he views as a lack of individual responsibility in society. He is also known for his views on masculinity and the role of men in society.
Peterson is a practicing clinical psychologist who has written extensively on personality and the psychological foundations of human behavior. He has also written about the intersection of psychology and religion and has been critical of postmodernism and Marxism.
Peterson has been a controversial figure, with some seeing him as a champion of free speech and individual rights, while others see him as promoting regressive and harmful ideas. He has faced criticism for his views on gender and race and for his opposition to certain government policies related to these issues.
In addition to his writing and speaking engagements, Peterson has also conducted research on the role of personality in mental health and has been involved in a number of clinical studies. He is also a popular lecturer and has given many public talks on a wide range of topics related to psychology, philosophy, and culture.
Peterson is a well-known figure in the cultural and intellectual landscape, known for his ideas on personal responsibility, self-improvement, and the nature of meaning in life, as well as his critiques of political correctness and certain government policies. Despite his critics, his impact is undeniable. His books and lectures have helped many people to improve themselves and their lives.
In addition to his books and lectures, Jordan Peterson also has a popular YouTube channel where he posts videos on a variety of topics, including psychology, philosophy, and cultural criticism. He is also active on social media, where he engages with his followers and shares his thoughts and ideas.
Peterson's influence extends beyond the academic and intellectual spheres. His ideas have resonated with a wide range of people, from young men seeking guidance on how to navigate the complexities of modern life to professionals looking for ways to improve their personal and professional lives. He has also been a vocal advocate for fathers' importance and encouraged men to take responsibility for their families and communities.
In 2019, Peterson announced that he was suffering from an addiction to benzodiazepines and that he would be taking a leave of absence from his work to focus on his recovery. In 2020, he announced that he was also suffering from a serious case of pneumonia and had to undergo chemotherapy, which left him with many health complications. Despite this, Peterson continues to publish new content, write and speak in interviews, showing great resilience and determination.
In summary, Jordan Peterson is a well-known figure in the cultural and intellectual landscape, known for his ideas on personal responsibility, self-improvement, and the nature of meaning in life. His books and lectures have helped many people to improve themselves and their lives. He is also active on YouTube and social media and continues to publish new content and speak in interviews despite his health issues.

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General editor of The Norton Anthology of World Religions (W.W. Norton, November 2014). Most recently, Jack co-authored a book of correspondence between him and a friend, Mark C. Taylor, titled A Friendship in Twilight: Lockdown Conversations on Death and Life, about many topics from religion, philosophy, academia, and nature during the deadly 2020 double pandemic of COVID-19 and Trumpism.
His previous book is Religion As We Know It: An Origin Story (Alfred A. Knopf, November 2019). Distinguished Professor Emeritus of English &amp; Religious Studies at the University of California, Irvine, and Senior Fellow for Religion &amp; International Affairs with the Pacific Council on International Policy, Jack Miles is a writer whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Commonweal, and many other publications.&nbsp;&nbsp;
His book GOD: A Biography won a Pulitzer Prize in 1996 and has been translated into sixteen languages, including Hebrew and (twice) Chinese. A sequel to that book entitled CHRIST: A Crisis in the Life of God—published simultaneously in 2001 in the United States, Britain, Germany, and France—was reviewed on the front page of the New York Times Book Review and led to Miles being named a MacArthur Fellow in 2002. In 2018, Miles completed the God in Three Classic Scriptures series with God in the Qur'an.
Over a period of nearly twenty years, 1975-1995, Miles was successively an editor at Doubleday, executive editor at the University of California Press, literary editor at the Los Angeles Times, and finally a member of the Times Editorial Board, writing on politics and culture. For ten years, he served on the Committee of Selection of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation.
Miles has been at different times Mellon Visiting Professor of Humanities at Caltech, Director of the Humanities Center at the Claremont Graduate University, Scholar in Residence and Senior Advisor at the J. Paul Getty Trust, and Visiting Fellow with the Committee on the Conceptual Foundations of Science, University of Chicago.
Born in Chicago in 1942, he spent the years 1960-1970 as a Jesuit seminarian, studying at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and the Hebrew University in Jerusalem before enrolling at Harvard University, where he completed a Ph.D. in Near Eastern languages in 1971. He is fluent in several modern languages.
Miles is married to Catherine (Kitty) Miles and is the father of Kathleen Miles, currently Executive Editor of Noema, a magazine exploring the transformations sweeping our world. Since 2008, he has made his home in Orange County, CA.

Tara Brach is an internationally acclaimed teacher of meditation and mindfulness and the author of two best-selling books, Radical Acceptance and True Refuge. A clinical psychologist with a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, Tara has been a leader in the field of mindfulness-based therapy and Buddhist psychology since the early 1990s.
Tara was first inspired to delve into meditation and mindfulness while she was a student at Harvard University. After graduating, she traveled to India, where she studied with a spiritual teacher, Ram Dass, and the renowned meditation master Venerable Ajahn Chah. Following her return to the U.S., she continued to study meditation and eventually opened a private practice in the Washington D.C. area.
Tara has been teaching mindfulness and meditation for over 20 years now, offering classes and workshops both in person and online. She has been a leader in the field of meditation and mindfulness-based therapies, developing groundbreaking approaches such as the Interpersonal Mindfulness Program, the Mindful Self-Compassion Program, and the Insight Dialogue Program.
Tara is a popular public speaker, and her talks have been featured at events like the TEDx and Aspen Ideas Festivals. She is also a frequent guest on radio and television programs and has been featured in publications like the New York Times, Oprah Magazine, and the Huffington Post.
Tara has written two books, Radical Acceptance, and True Refuge, both of which have become bestsellers. In addition to her books, Tara has created a wide range of audio programs, meditation courses, and other materials to help people learn mindfulness and meditation.
Radical Acceptance is a book about how to break free from the negative patterns of self-judgment and reclaim your own happiness and potential. Through her own personal story and the stories of her clients, Tara Brach explores how to accept ourselves and our lives with courage, kindness, and grace.
True Refuge is a book about finding peace and comfort in the midst of life's challenges. Drawing on stories and practices from her own life and her work as a therapist and teacher, Tara Brach explores the power of mindfulness, compassion, and self-compassion to help us find true refuge in the present moment. With insight and humor, she offers practical guidance for finding peace, courage, and freedom in our lives.
Tara Brach’s mission is to help people wake up to the truth of their own lives and to live with more love and compassion. Through her teachings, she encourages us to be fully present at the moment, to bring awareness to our thoughts and emotions, and to open our hearts in order to live with greater joy and freedom.

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Arnold van Gennep, in full Charles-Arnold Kurr van Gennep (23 April 1873 – 7 May 1957) was a Dutch–German-French ethnographer and folklorist. He was born in Ludwigsburg, in the Kingdom of Württemberg (since 1871, part of the German Empire). Since his parents were never married, Van Gennep adopted his Dutch mother's name, "van Gennep". When he was six, he and his mother moved to Lyons, France, where she married a French doctor who moved the family to Savoy.
Van Gennep is best known for his work regarding rites of passage ceremonies and his significant works in modern French folklore. He is recognised as the founder of folklore studies in France. He went to Paris to study at the Sorbonne. However, he was disappointed that the school did not offer the subjects he wanted and so he enrolled at the École des langues orientales to study Arabic and at the École pratique des hautes études for philology, general linguistics, Egyptology, Ancient Arabic, primitive religions and Islamic culture.&nbsp;
That scholarly independence would manifest itself for the remainder of his life. He never held an academic position in France. From 1912 to 1915, he held the Chair of Ethnography at the University of Neuchâtel in Switzerland but was expelled for expressing doubts about the neutrality of Switzerland during World War I. There he reorganized the museum and organized the first ethnographic conference (1914). In 1922, he toured the United States.
His best-known work is Les rites de passage (The Rites of Passage, 1909), which includes his vision of rites of passage rituals as being divided into three phases: préliminaire 'preliminary', liminaire 'liminality' (a stage much studied by the anthropologist Victor Turner), and postliminaire 'post-liminality'. His major work in French folklore was Le Manuel de folklore français contemporain (Handbook of Contemporary French Folklore, 1937–1958). He died in 1957 in Bourg-la-Reine, France.

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Paul Graham is an entrepreneur, programmer, and essayist. He is the co-founder of Y Combinator, a startup accelerator that has funded over 2,000 companies including Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit. His career has been focused on technology and startups. He began his career as a programmer and software developer, working on various projects and startups. In 1995, he co-founded Viaweb, one of the first web-based companies that allowed users to create their own online stores. The company was later sold to Yahoo in 1998 for $49 million.
After the sale of Viaweb, Graham turned his attention to startup investing and mentoring. In 2005, he co-founded Y Combinator, a startup accelerator that provides funding, resources, and mentorship to early-stage startups. Y Combinator has since funded over 2,000 companies, many of which have gone on to become successful and valuable companies, such as Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit.
Paul Graham has several notable achievements in his career, including:
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<li>Co-founding Viaweb: Viaweb was one of the first web-based companies that allowed users to create their own online stores. The company was later sold to Yahoo in 1998 for $49 million.</li>
<li>Fellowship at Harvard's Society of Fellows: Graham is a Fellow at Harvard's Society of Fellows, a prestigious group of scholars who receive funding and support to pursue their research.</li>
<li>Helping launch successful startups: Graham has helped launch many successful startups through Y Combinator and has mentored many entrepreneurs. Some of the successful companies that came out of Y Combinator include Dropbox, Airbnb, and Reddit.</li>
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In addition to his work with Y Combinator, Graham is also known for his essays on technology and startups. He has written extensively on the startup ecosystem, the role of technology in society, and the future of the internet. His essays have been collected in two books, "Hackers &amp; Painters" and "Ansi Common Lisp." He continues to share his thoughts and insights on his website, paulgraham.com.

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Noam Chomsky is an American linguist, philosopher, cognitive scientist, historian, and political activist. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential intellectuals of the second half of the 20th century and one of the leading figures in linguistics. He is the author of more than 100 books on linguistics, war and politics, and mass media.
Chomsky is best known for his theory of generative grammar, which argues that the ability to learn and use language is innate and hardwired into the human brain. This theory has significantly impacted linguistics and influenced research in other fields, such as cognitive science and neuroscience.
In addition to his linguistics work, Chomsky is known for his political activism and critiques of U.S. foreign policy and capitalism. He has strongly criticized U.S. imperialism, U.S. interventions in Latin America, and U.S. support for authoritarian regimes. He has also written and spoken extensively about the role of the mass media in shaping public opinion and serving the interests of the powerful. In addition, Chomsky has advocated freedom of speech and democracy.
He is also known for criticizing the mainstream media and its role in shaping public opinion. He argues that the mainstream media serves the interests of the powerful rather than providing citizens with the information they need to make informed decisions about general issues. He has advocated for alternative media and independent journalism beholden to corporate or government interests.
Chomsky has significantly influenced the political left and peace and social justice movements. He has been described as "arguably the most important intellectual alive" by the New York Times and continues to be a prominent public intellectual and influential voice in political discourse.
In his political activism, Chomsky has been a vocal advocate for freedom of speech and democracy. He has advocated for alternative media and independent journalism not beholden to corporate or government interests. Chomsky has been critical of the mainstream media's role in shaping public opinion and often criticized the role of media in manufacturing consent.
Chomsky has been influential on the political left and has impacted various social movements and progressive causes. He advocates for workers' rights and has spoken out against poverty, inequality, and the concentration of wealth and power in the hands of the few. He has also been a vocal critic of the influence of corporate governance on politics and the democratic process.
He is also an advocate for peace and is a strong critic of U.S. military interventions and wars, arguing that these actions often result in the loss of lives and civil liberties, as well as hindering the progress of democracy around the world. Chomsky has also been a vocal critic of the War on Terror, arguing that the "war" has been used to justify a wide range of human rights abuses and has hindered the progress of democracy worldwide.
In summary, Chomsky is an influential voice in political discourse, and his activism and writing often focus on democracy, human rights, and media manipulation. He is a strong advocate for social and political change, and his work continues to inspire and inform many progressive political movements.

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Deification in the Greek Patristic Tradition traces the history of deification from its birth as a second-century metaphor with biblical roots to its maturity as a doctrine central to the spiritual life of the Byzantine Church. Exploring the richness and diversity of patristic approaches from Irenaeus to Maximus the Confessor, Norman Russell sheds light on two important features of this doctrine. First, while it was developed as a means of responding to Platonism and other pagan philosophies in which divinization was conceived primarily as an extrinsic process affecting our capacities; deification is properly understood as a matter pertaining to our very nature, one that transforms us inwardly by transforming our will. Second, though it emerged out of discussions about Christology, deification was not only a Christian doctrine. Although modeled on Christ’s example and following his pattern, what Christians called their “deification” could also be discovered in certain passages in Scripture—more specifically those dealing with Adam’s prelapsarian state.

Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a Lebanese-American essayist, scholar, statistician, and former trader and risk analyst whose work focuses on problems of randomness, probability, and uncertainty. He is the author of several books, including "The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable," which was published in 2007 and became a bestseller.
Taleb is a former trader and risk analyst and has worked as a professor of risk engineering at New York University's Tandon School of Engineering. He has a background in mathematics, statistics, and computer science and has published numerous papers in academic journals on topics related to randomness and uncertainty.
Taleb's main area of research is the study of "black swans," which he defines as rare events that have a large impact and are typically not predictable. He argues that traditional risk assessment methods, such as using historical data to predict future events, are inadequate because they fail to consider the possibility of black swan events.
Taleb is also known for his criticism of the concept of "normalcy" in statistics and his skepticism of the use of mathematical models in finance and economics. He has argued that the assumptions made in these models are often unrealistic and can lead to dangerous oversimplifications.
In addition to his work in academia, Taleb is also a public intellectual and has written several books for a general audience. His books have been widely discussed and debated in the media and have been translated into multiple languages.
Taleb is a strong advocate for antifragility, a concept he has developed and popularized in his books. Antifragility is the property of a system or entity that improves when subjected to volatility, shocks, stressors, or disorder and doesn't just remain indifferent to them.
Taleb's writing style is often characterized as provocative and contrarian, and he is known for his strong opinions on a wide range of topics. His work has been influential in the fields of economics, finance, and risk management and has also been discussed in the broader cultural and intellectual conversation.

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Norman Russell's book explores the concept of deification in the Greek Patristic tradition. He explains that deification, or theosis, is the transformative process of humans becoming divine. It's a fascinating concept that challenges our understanding of divinity and humanity.

Understanding Deification

Russell provides a comprehensive historical context for the doctrine of deification. He digs into the writings of early Greek theologians and philosophers, helping us understand how this doctrine evolved over time. It's a great way to see how ancient beliefs have shaped modern religious thought.

Historical Context

The book reveals how Greek philosophy influenced the development of the doctrine of deification. Russell shows how thinkers like Plato and Aristotle contributed to the understanding of this concept. If you're interested in philosophy and religion, you'll find this research intriguing.

Influence of Greek Philosophy

Russell's work also explores the impact of the doctrine of deification on Christian theology. He explains how this concept has been interpreted and applied in different Christian traditions. It's a great way to look into the diversity of Christian thought.

Impact on Christian Theology

In his book, Russell discusses the relationship between deification and salvation. He suggests that theosis is not just about becoming divine, but also about achieving salvation. This perspective can give you a new way to think about your spiritual journey.

Deification and Salvation

The Doctrine of Deification in the Greek Patristic Tradition

Norman is an established novelist and academic writer with an MA from Jesus College, Oxford, and a Ph.D. from Birkbeck College, University of London. An English specialist, he taught English for many years in a Liverpool comprehensive school before becoming a full-time writer.&nbsp;
Norman has had over twenty novels published. He is a recognized authority on Victorian finance and its reflections in the 19th-century novel. His book on the subject, The Novelist and Mammon, was published by the Oxford University Press. Norman has also had three academic books of Roman Catholic interest published.

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