Questions like these are ancient ones, and the branch of philosophy dedicated to answering them - epistemology - has been active for thousands of years. In this thought-provoking Very Short Introduction, Jennifer Nagel considers these classic questions alongside new puzzles arising from recent discoveries about humanity, language, and the mind. Nagel explains the formation of major historical theories of knowledge, and shows how contemporary philosophers have developed new ways of understanding knowledge, using ideas from logic, linguistics, and psychology. Covering topics ranging from relativism and the problem of scepticism to the trustworthiness of internet sources, Nagel examines how progress has been made in understanding knowledge, using everyday examples to explain the key issues and debates

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The Healing Journey to Authenticity is a thought-provoking and inspirational collection of stories that highlight the reciprocal benefits of connection with others. In this second book of the Reciprocity series, ten remarkable women from a variety of professions share stories of personal awareness and growth discovered through their interactions with clients, family members, mentors, groups, and communities that have transformed their lives. These stories reveal that lessons of presence can be found in our experiences with nature, in our relationship with our surrounding ecology, in societal struggles with systemic trauma (both intergenerational and national), as well as within spiritual realms. The chapters contained in this book reflect on a variety of phases and experiences of life including healing from childhood trauma, the journey of parenthood, grief and heartbreak, exploring new purpose in retirement, reconnecting with the earth, and finding forgiveness through creative therapeutic processes. These personal stories impart strength, perseverance, and wisdom through a willingness to dive deep and come back to Self on the journey to authenticity.

This motivating and thought-provoking book takes you on a journey of what it means to show up for your life and live it with purpose. From her spouse's journey through cancer, the adventures and misadventures of parenting, and lessons learned from tragedy, you will be taken through your own process of reflection and action steps to make new decisions for your life. Connect more deeply with yourself and others, and open yourself up to the bigger picture of your place in this world. Inspirational and poignant, this book is for anyone who wants to remove and let go of obstacles that are getting in the way of fully living.

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