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 C. V. Jones, "The Buddhist Self: On Tathāgatagarbha and Ātman" English | ISBN: 082488342X | 2020 | 316 pages | PDF | 9 MB The assertion that there is nothing in the constitution of any person that deserves to be considered the self (ātman)―a permanent, unchanging kernel of personal identity in this life and those to come―has been a cornerstone of Buddhist teaching from its inception. Whereas other Indian religious systems celebrated the search for and potential discovery of one's "true self," Buddhism taught about the futility of searching for anything in our experience that is not transient and ephemeral. But a small yet influential set of Mahāyāna Buddhist texts, composed in India in the early centuries CE, taught that all sentient beings possess at all times, and across their successive lives, the enduring and superlatively precious nature of a Buddha. This was taught with reference to the enigmatic expression tathāgatagarbha―the "womb" or "chamber" for a Buddha―which some texts refer to as a person's true self.
 The Best of Cooking with Caramel: Delicious and very easy recipes with caramel according to modern and french thoughts. The best recipes for you and your kitchen. By Manon Thomas English | ASIN : B08MY775T9 | 2020 | 68 pages | EPUB | 1.44 MB  Diana Yakeley, "The BIID Interior Design Job Book" English | ISBN: 1859463495 | 2010 | 304 pages | PDF | 4 MB The BIID Interior Design Job Book is the first book to set out the professional standard for running an interior design project. It does so step by step, in a sequence designed to complement the construction industry's standard Plan of Work, providing guidance at every stage of a job from appraisal of the client's requirements through to completion. Suitable for all interior design projects - whether small or large - and for both interior designers working in an integrated design team and those acting as lead consultant, it brings a codified procedure and a professional rigour to the way your practice works and the way your projects run - vital for achieving a professional edge in a competitive field. Its hands-on approach is supplemented by numerous model letters and specimen forms, which the designer can quickly adapt to any job in question.
 The Art of Self Defense: A do-it-yourself, self-defense guide for security personnel and for the lay-man, 2nd Edition by Christopher Fernandes, Lazarus Mascarenhas 2021 | ISBN: 8193468902 | English | 100 pages | PDF | 14 MB In the past few decades, there has been a phenomenal increase in crime and consequently the need for protection. Citizens have been licensed to have personal pistols that are expensive, or provided with police protection, which again is costly and a burden on the police force or private security agencies. The propagating of the martial arts while equipping people to protect themselves substitutes "fire-arms" with the strength of the arms, legs, feet,..... the entire body. From firearms that can be destructive and fatal, the martial arts without necessary being fatal, can equip an individual with adequate security through self defense that is effective and controlled. Self defense through the martial arts will not only make individuals more secure and society safer but lessen the burden and tasks of the police. Training in the martial arts will also contribute to the general health and well being of its adherents. The martial arts a collective accumulation of the experience and insights of centuries and in-depth study of the human body and its strong and weak points have gone into the creation of a scientific system of self defense.In ancient times it was not unusual for a student to trudge over a thousand miles, scaling high mountains and crossing huge rivers and traveling through dangerous forests to seek the teaching of the great master. It was common practice that subtle techniques, unique experiences and special knowledge were made esoteric and only handed down from father to son and master to selected disciple. Today, even though travel is simplified to eliminate its hardships its still not easy to come across a good teacher who has the knowledge and is willing to hand his secrets over to anyone who knocks at his door.  Technological Turf Wars: A Case Study of the Computer Antivirus Industry By Jessica R. Johnston 2008 | 233 Pages | ISBN: 1592138829 | PDF | 6 MB I found Technological Turf Wars to be an engaging and revealing look into the anti-virus (AV) industry. While I expected the book to contain more details on AV or malware from a technical standpoint, I still found it was a great read. The book exposes many of the industry paradigms and idiosyncrasies. It also highlighted how AV companies operate vis a vis their customers and their peers. I especially liked the indictment of a members only knowledge club and the inherent dangers in such an arrangement.  Teaching, Learning & Assessing Science 5-12 By Professor Wynne Harlen 2000 | 272 Pages | ISBN: 1853964492 | PDF | 11 MB A new and totally revised edition of Teaching and Learning Primary Science . The author provides a theoretical rationale for why science should be taught in particular ways, and ideas and examples of how to do it.  Jay Pasachoff, "Teaching and Learning Astronomy " English | ISBN: 052184262X | 2006 | 284 pages | PDF | 15 MB Based on papers and posters presented by experts at a Special Session of the International Astronomical Union, this volume highlights the many places for astronomy in the curriculum. It covers relevant education research and "best practice"; strategies for pre-service and in-service teacher education; the use of the Internet and other technologies; and the role that planetariums, observatories, science centers, and organizations can play. It concludes by addressing how the teaching and learning of astronomy can be improved worldwide.  Tai Chi Chuan: The Mantra for Health and Fitness, 2nd Edition by Christopher Fernandes, C.R. Sridhar 2021 | ISBN: 8193468929 | English | 227 pages | PDF | 39 MB Tai Chi Chuan means, "Supreme Ultimate Fist". In Chinese literature Chuan is also used, frequently for the whole body. Hence Tai Chi also means, "Supreme Ultimate Body". Tai Chi consists of a series of gentle, coordinated and smooth movements of hands, torso and legs. The breath may or may not be coordinated with the movements. There are two aspects of Tai Chi: the external and internal. The external form of Tai Chi stresses on strength, speed and stamina. Unlike many martial art forms Tai Chi forms are extended and extensive. The internal form of Tai Chi stresses on smoothness, slowness and gentleness of movements. These movements still need superb concentration, coordination and skill. The internal form is the one that is becoming quite popular. It is this aspect of Tai Chi that is most useful to a modern man, whose life is fast, stressful and debilitating. Tai Chi is pure motion; unhindered, unhurried and unlimited. Since the entire movement is slow, Tai Chi gently relaxes the skeletal muscles and the joints. The slow and gentle movements raise the pulse rate of the body only marginally. But the body perspires profusely at the end of a Tai Chi session. The slow and coordinated movements need immense concentration. The mind and body both relax. At the end of a 30-minute practice session of Tai Chi, the practitioner is relaxed both mentally and physically. At the end of a 30 months practice, a serious practitioner would have acquired better bone mass and leaner but stronger muscles. He or she would have learnt to relax completely. Many of them would also have experienced, 'Meditation in Movement'. Tai Chi is really suited for those who would like to slow down and experience the present. Yoga was developed by Indians, and Tai Chi by the Chinese. The techniques of Yoga were modified and adapted by Buddhists in Tibet. This system of exercises, under the broad category Tibetan Yoga, survives to this day among the Tibetans. As the techniques of Yoga traveled further north in to China they were modified and absorbed by Taoists. It is said that the system of martial arts developed in the Shaolin Temples were largely due to Bodhidharma, a Hindu monk from South India, who taught these techniques to the monks of the temple. Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, a definitive text on Yoga defines asanas as 'that position which is comfortable and steady'. The original purpose of asanas was to make the body ready to assume a comfortable posture so that meditation could be done effectively. However the practitioners of Hatha Yoga discovered that these asanas had beneficial effects on the internal organs, opened certain energy channels and psychic centers in the body. Thus the focus of the asanas shifted from preparing the body to sit comfortably during meditation, to a system of exercises to keep the body healthy. A Tai Chi form will enable a student to experience the movement, cultivation of Chi, concentration, attention and meditation; all integrated into one experience. In addition, since Tai Chi consists of a series of dynamic movements, starting from one point to another, there is a sense of flow as well as a sense of completion. Many compare Tai Chi to a classical dance form. It is obviously a simplistic way of understanding Tai Chi. In any classical dance form the focus is on communicating a story to the audience. In Tai Chi you are communicating to your inner self, which is the ultimate meaning of life (Nirvana).
 THE M WORD: The Money Talk every Family Needs to have about Wealth and their Financial Future by Lori Sackler English | November 19th, 2013 | ISBN: 0071799834 | 256 pages | True EPUB | 1.19 MB Finally, a simple and easy way to tackle the toughest topic of all...  Special Topics and Particular Occupations, Professions and Sectors by Premilla D'Cruz English | 2021 | ISBN: 9811053073 | 641 Pages | PDF EPUB | 7 MB |
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