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Knowledge Reform » Self Help http://www.knowledgereform.com Inspirational Words of Wisdom, Knowledge & Philosophy Resource Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:16:28 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Stoic Advice from Epictetus on the Art of Living – Part 4 http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/04/06/stoic-advice-from-epictetus-on-the-art-of-living-part-4/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/04/06/stoic-advice-from-epictetus-on-the-art-of-living-part-4/#comments Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:18:58 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=10036 In these troubling times of perpetual man-made conflict and recent natural disasters, let us now embrace the practical teachings of a wise old Stoic called Epictetus. So why not apply this stoic wisdom daily so to calm our minds and strengthen our wills against all adversity. As Epictetus advised regarding one who is experiencing trials [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/04/06/stoic-advice-from-epictetus-on-the-art-of-living-part-4/feed/ 1 The Healthy Wisdom Of A Wisekick Electronic Cigarette http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/26/the-healthy-wisdom-of-a-wisekick-electronic-cigarette/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/26/the-healthy-wisdom-of-a-wisekick-electronic-cigarette/#comments Sat, 26 Feb 2011 14:31:38 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=9388 We as human beings can suffer from many types of vices – some worse than others. However, these so-called vices can be most destructive at the best of times, this is what, unfortunately, makes us human. All we can hope to do is to attempt to eliminate as many of these maladies as possible. Smoking [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/26/the-healthy-wisdom-of-a-wisekick-electronic-cigarette/feed/ 1 Wisdom Books: Wit & Wisdom From Poor Richard’s Almanack By Benjamin Franklin http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/03/knowledge-library-wit-wisdom-from-poor-richards-almanack-by-benjamin-franklin/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/03/knowledge-library-wit-wisdom-from-poor-richards-almanack-by-benjamin-franklin/#comments Thu, 03 Feb 2011 14:44:04 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=9104 “Poor Richard’s Almanack (sometimes Almanac) was a yearly almanac published by Benjamin Franklin, who adopted the pseudonym of “Poor Richard” or “Richard Saunders” for this purpose. Franklin, the American inventor, statesman, and publisher, achieved success with Poor Richard’s Almanack. Almanacks were very popular books in colonial America, with people in the colonies using them for [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2011/02/03/knowledge-library-wit-wisdom-from-poor-richards-almanack-by-benjamin-franklin/feed/ 4 Cut The Emotional Strings, Young Man, To Realise Independence, Growth & Maturity http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/11/27/cut-the-emotional-strings-young-man-to-realise-independence-growth-maturity/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/11/27/cut-the-emotional-strings-young-man-to-realise-independence-growth-maturity/#comments Sat, 27 Nov 2010 18:08:31 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=8859 “When Dennis, an introvert bodybuilder, invites a local girl out on a date his mother is hurt and disappointed. Despite the pressure she puts on him to cancel the date, Dennis ventures into a night that he will never forget.” Any man who suffers from emotional dependency should watch this and learn: Related posts: 100 [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/11/27/cut-the-emotional-strings-young-man-to-realise-independence-growth-maturity/feed/ 3 Use Ancient Philosophy To Enhance Personal Development http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/09/01/use-ancient-philosophy-to-enhance-personal-development/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/09/01/use-ancient-philosophy-to-enhance-personal-development/#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:11:58 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=8332 As I continue to laud these wise men of ancient times, I share with you an inspiring post that support my claims that ancient philosophy can do much to help your self-development in all areas of modern life. Read the following excerpt from the post ‘Ancient Philosophy and Modern Personal Development’ written by Stephen Cox: [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/09/01/use-ancient-philosophy-to-enhance-personal-development/feed/ 3 A Moving And Enlightening Tune About A Rainbow http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/16/a-moving-and-enlightening-tune-about-a-rainbow/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/16/a-moving-and-enlightening-tune-about-a-rainbow/#comments Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:06:44 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=7901 I just wanted to share this delightful tune to brighten up your summer weekend. Just one word: Beautiful. Israel “IZ” Kamakawiwoʻole’s Platinum selling hit “Over the Rainbow” OFFICAL video Related posts: Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 1) – Socrates Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 2) – Epicurus Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/16/a-moving-and-enlightening-tune-about-a-rainbow/feed/ 3 Healthy Body, Healthy Mind: The Wisdom and Benefits Of A Vegan Diet http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/08/healthy-body-healthy-mind-the-wisdom-and-benefits-of-a-vegan-diet/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/08/healthy-body-healthy-mind-the-wisdom-and-benefits-of-a-vegan-diet/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 11:08:49 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=7789 It is most wise to try to cure the mind during a lifetime, but it’s perhaps even wiser to try to cure the body through healthy eating, otherwise you may not have too much of a lifetime to live. I personally try to eat healthy by consuming my daily fill of vegetables and fruit, but [...]

No related posts.]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/08/healthy-body-healthy-mind-the-wisdom-and-benefits-of-a-vegan-diet/feed/ 2 4 Important Steps Towards Discerning Truth in a World of Deception http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/05/4-important-steps-towards-discerning-truth-in-a-world-of-deception/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/05/4-important-steps-towards-discerning-truth-in-a-world-of-deception/#comments Mon, 05 Jul 2010 08:57:49 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=6639 For all you movie buffs out there, let me start this post with a relevant quote from ‘The Matrix’, which will hopefully give you some sense of where this particular post is coming from: “What is “real”? How do you define “real”?” “This is your last chance. After this, there is no turning back. You [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/07/05/4-important-steps-towards-discerning-truth-in-a-world-of-deception/feed/ 5 Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 6) – Friedrich Nietzsche http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/06/05/philosophy-a-guide-to-happiness-part-6-friedrich-nietzsche/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/06/05/philosophy-a-guide-to-happiness-part-6-friedrich-nietzsche/#comments Sat, 05 Jun 2010 20:18:40 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=7352 Watch the first video of a six part series: Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 1) – Socrates This is the 6th and final post featuring a series of documentaries written and presented by popular British philosopher Alain de Botton. This 6 part series is an entertaining, practical and psychobabble-free self-help course for the philosophically [...]

]]> http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/06/05/philosophy-a-guide-to-happiness-part-6-friedrich-nietzsche/feed/ 4 Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 5) – Arthur Schopenhauer http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/06/01/philosophy-a-guide-to-happiness-part-5-arthur-schopenhauer/ http://www.knowledgereform.com/2010/06/01/philosophy-a-guide-to-happiness-part-5-arthur-schopenhauer/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 07:50:15 +0000 Jason Cooper http://www.knowledgereform.com/?p=7209 Watch the first video of a six part series: Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness (Part 1) – Socrates Continuing onto the fifth part of six posts featuring a series of documentaries written and presented by popular British philosopher Alain de Botton. This 6 part series is an entertaining, practical and psychobabble-free self-help course for the [...]

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