Copthorne Macdonald Livres

Toward Wisdom addresses the nature of wisdom, humanitys need for it, and ways and means of developing it. The situation the world faces today is extremely complex. Long-cherished values have begun to conflict with each material comfort vs. an uncontaminated world; economic growth now vs. economic well-being for our grandchildren. Toward Wisdom takes the position that the only way to make the world a better place is to make it a wiser place. Wisdom is no longer an option or a frill. We, and the world, need wisdom-based analyses of our problems followed by wisdom-based action. In the past, becoming wise was left to chance; a few people became wise before they died, but most did not. This lackadaisical approach will no longer do. Wisdom can be developed intentionally, and Toward Wisdom shows us how. The book examines some of the key impediments to wisdom what they are, how they work, how they came to be and introduces us to techniques for getting beyond them.

This book is about crafting full, rich, creative, and enjoyable lives for ourselves - lives that are significant, lives that contribute in some way to the world around us. Getting a Life is rooted in the idea that some steps toward wisdom require nothing more than a fresh look at common life situations, nothing more than an appreciation of the difference between skillful and unskillful ways of dealing with those situations. Its premise is that a few truths about everyday life, if pointed out and taken seriously, can make a significant difference in the quality of day-to-day living and our enjoyment of life.Getting a Life is about applied, practical wisdom - the kind of wisdom that Coleridge called "Common sense in an uncommon degree." To Copthorne Macdonald, wisdom comprises a mix of extraordinary attitudes, value-based ways of being, and ways of seeing. He takes the position that growing wiser is not something than must be left to the whims of fate; wisdom can be developed intentionally. Getting a Life reinforces our best intuitions and intentions, leads us to some fresh insights about everyday life, and helps us develop that uncommon degree of common sense that is practical wisdom.

Celebrating the monumental achievement of Confederation Bridge, this book explores the engineering marvel that links Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick. It delves into the challenges faced during construction, the impact on local communities, and the bridge's significance in enhancing connectivity and economic growth in the region. Through vivid storytelling and historical insights, it highlights the bridge as a symbol of unity and progress.

Ein Handbuch für die kreative Neugestaltung des Lebens im 21. Jahrhundert In diesem Buch beschreibt der Schriftsteller und Gelehrte C. Macdonald umfassend, übersichtlich und überzeugend die Umbruchsituation, in der sich Individuen und Menschheit heute befinden. Er zeigt wesentliche historische und aktuelle Wirkungskräfte und Zusammenhänge auf und vermittelt tiefgründige Kenntnisse über unsere kosmische, globale und psychisch-mentale Realität. Aus diesem Verstehen im Zusammenhang, dieser „Tiefenerkenntnis“, entwickelt er eine realistische Vorstellung (Vision), wie die heutige Welt, Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft bis 2050 integral transformiert werden sollte, gekennzeichnet durch materielle Nachhaltigkeit, wirtschaftliche Gerechtigkeit, lebendige lokale und globale Kulturen und genügend Freizeit für ein erfülltes Privatleben.