Three chief categories of seekers have been kept in view in selecting passages for this compilation: those who wish to obtain a greater life-mastery; those who, while pursuing the common goals of life, also aim at something beyond the ordinary life and seek to grow towards a higher or spiritual state of being; and those for whom spiritual growth is the primary purpose and occupation of life......

What would it be like to have x-ray vision? Beyond diagnosing illness or injury, can images of ourselves tell us more about life? What if you could see that an accident victim will never walk again; that a young mother has breast cancer; or that a teenager is brain-dead and will be removed from life support? Can imaging help us better appreciate the complexity of existence, our strengths and vulnerabilities? Does looking into the body give insight into what it means to be human? Would it allow you, at least indirectly, to glimpse evidence of the human soul? Looking Within is the first mainstream collection of dramatic non-fiction narratives about discoveries in patients found by medical imaging. Ruff highlights the wonder and mystery of the human body, literally and metaphorically looking inside of others. Each story describes a patient in whom a life-changing discovery is made: tumors, stroke, domestic violence, substance abuse, sterility, unexpected pregnancy, infection, surgical complications, evidence of criminal activity, mental illness, even impending death. Dr. Ruff’s words, images, and insights help us see ourselves like never before.

A bilingual edition of poetry from an important Cuban poet.

The diary of Sri Aurobindo's yogic experiences between 1909 and 1927. Most entries are from 1912 to 1920. Other materials he wrote relating to his practice of yoga, such as Sapta Chatusthaya which formed the basis of the yoga of the Record, are also included. NOTE: The complete text of Record of Yoga was brought out serially in the Sri Aurobindo Archives and Research journal. This is the first time that it has been brought out in book form (in both soft and hard cover). This material did not appear in the Sri Aurobindo Birth Centenary Library (SABCL) set. Those who already have the SABCL set of 30 volumes may prefer procuring the hard cover editions as they are bound in cloth, light cream in colour, with PVC jacket and match the colour and binding of the SABCL set. However the size (14cm x 22cm) is smaller than the SABCL volumes. In writing his diary Sri Aurobindo used a special terminology which included words from Sanskrit and other languages, as well as abbreviations, symbols and markings. Click here to view a provisional online glossary of terms in Record of Yoga. A more extensive print version will be issued at a future date.

Successful people have a lot in common. According to author Tom Bay, they have exactly 13 things in common-qualities that all winners share: discipline; self-Confidence; persistence; progressiveness; decisiveness; focus; vision; luck; excellence; enthusiasm; purposefulness; orientation to improvement; and spirituality. "Look Within or Do Without" promises no quick fix. It is an easy-to-read, motivational book that guides readers to discover the changes they need to make within themselves. Changes that will make them more disciplined, more focused, and more spiritual. More able to identify their personal definition of success and make that vision a reality. "Look Within or Do Without" includes the stories of more than 120 people and companies who have changed themselves to become successful. To help readers look within to find the strength to make their own personal changes, Tom Bay also includes meaningful journaling activities throughout the book. Activities that help readers focus on their personal vision and what it takes to get them where they want to go.

Looking Within describes a family of magical machines that allow doctors to see within the living body without having to slice it open. The book presents a vitally important branch of medicine that combines cutting-edge technologies with clinical applications that can spell the difference between life and death for patients.