Of course, happiness is great. There's every reason to seek it. There's every reason for psychiatrists to try to instill it, and no reason for them to mold the kinds of people natural selection wants. But therapists will be better equipped to make people happy once they understand what natural selection does want, and how, with humans, it tries to get it. What burdensome mental appliances are we stuck with? How, if at all, can they be defused? And at what cost to ourselves and to others? - Robert Wright The Moral Animal (Vintage Books, 1994) Natural selection was the architect of our minds, and happiness was never part of the plans. As Robert Wright pointed out fourteen years ago, echoing the pioneers of a new science called evolutionary psychology, we have the minds of cavemen. Indeed, he was right. Our minds were built to survive, happiness or not, in a time that has long since disappeared, but now they re miserable. At least, a lot of them are, and it s not because they don t think positively. It s because they don t think properly.  The fundamental source of frustration, depression, despair, and general unhappiness that pervades society is the clash between the caveman mind and the modern world. Far from hopeless, this is a manageable problem, but it requires a new approach to mental health. We must dispense with the platitudes of optimism that dominate the happiness market and set a course to understanding the caveman within us. Only then can we determine what it takes to make ourselves happy, regardless of our environment. Healing the Unhappy Caveman: Why the Human Mind Was Not Designed for Happiness and What YOU Can Do About It is the first book founded on the idea that the human mind was not designed for happiness, and it is the first book to suggest that finding happiness entails learning how to use the mind in an entirely new way. Never before has the evolutionary history of the human mind been applied to finding happiness in a modern world. When left unchecked, our ancient minds work against us in our quest for peace, contentment, and happiness in life. On its face, this seems like reason to lament. However, it is actually somewhat comforting that the problem is shared among all of us grappling with life in a supremely prosperous world. As individuals, we need no longer feel inadequate because we are unable to marshal the optimism and positive outlook that are demanded by modern happiness gurus. Their solutions address the symptoms, not the disease, which is why they sound great, but rarely work over the long haul. Genetic problems require different solutions. This, too, is a source of comfort.  Our species has a long and distinguished track record of outmaneuvering its genes. Birth control, sky diving, monogamy, the rule of law, capitalism, and gene therapy are all examples of mankind's overruling genetic imperatives in favor of the conscious desires of human beings. Happiness need not be out of bounds. We need only grasp what we re truly up against to begin to put unhappiness behind us for good. Never before has a book approached this, the most daunting of tasks, from such a novel perspective.

Healing The Unhappy Caveman: Why The Human Mind Was Not Designed For Happiness And What YOU Can Do About It

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Chris Wilson

Mental Health

Libertas Press

Children are often taught that government protects our life, liberty, and property, but could it be true that some laws actually allow people to hurt us and take our things?

The Tuttle Twins Learn About the Law

Connor Boyack

Children's Books

What do history's most notorious despots have in common with many of the flag-waving, patriotic politicians of our day? Both groups rise to power through the exploitation of fear. Sometimes the fear derives from a pre-existing threat. At other times, crises are created or intensified to invoke a sense of panic and anxiety where none previously existed. This pattern is as predictable as it is destructive. The end result is the same: a loss of liberty. Policies that are costly, oppressive, and harmful are supported by people who abandon any interest in freedom or personal responsibility in hopes of feeling safe. Manufactured fear, with its negative impact on liberty, is a societal plague. There have been widespread casualties. We need an antidote. Feardom offers its readers a much-needed immunization.

Feardom: How Politicians Exploit Your Emotions and What You Can Do to Stop Them

Politics & Social Sciences

Politics & Government

Based on the famous essay ""I, Pencil"" by Leonard Read, this installement of the Tuttle Twins children's book series helps young kids learn about the free market.

The Tuttle Twins and the Miraculous Pencil

When Our Lord was tempted in the desert, the devil offered Him "all the kingdoms of the world and their glory." (Mt 4:8-9) It stands to reason that Satan was able to offer Jesus earthly kingdoms because he owned them. History has repeatedly demonstrated that earthly kingdoms remain a stronghold of Satan's evil works through man's lust for power. What then is a Christian to do while living under such earthly authority?\nOur Lord's rejection of Satan's temptation teaches the Christian to follow Christ alone and His Kingdom is "not of this world." (Jn 18:36). Saints throughout history, from Saint Peter to Venerable Fulton Sheen, have echoed Christ's example by rejecting the desire for earthly power and freely choosing to love God and neighbor despite living within modern day kingdoms replete with evil influence. They teach: "We must obey God rather than men" (Acts 5:29), "An unjust law is no law at all" (Saint Augustine of Hippo), and not to "wait for leaders; do it alone, person to person" (Saint Teresa of Calcutta).\nFollowing the method Saint Thomas Aquinas used in Summa Theologiae, Summa Libertas draws on Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the writings of the saints to guide a sound case for a libertarian Christianity. Readers will find that not only are the principles of liberty compatible with the faith-they are, in fact, necessary.

Summa Libertas: A Compendium on Faith and Freedom

Leo XIII, Pope

AQUINAS, ST. THOMAS

Religion & Spirituality

Individual liberty is a fundamental aspect of the good news of the gospel. But what is liberty exactly, and what role does it play in our lives? Connor Boyack explores these questions and much more in this detailed analysis of historical developments, secular information, and scriptural insights. The war in heaven continues on earth today, and our agency and liberty are under attack. Arm yourself with the truth by reading this timely book. Advance praise for Latter-day Liberty: Representative Ron Paul (R-TX), Author, Liberty Defined: "Connor Boyack has written a fascinating book that applies Mormon theology to the central question of statism vs. liberty that dominates our age. Latter-day Liberty provides an insightful analysis of both historical and modern political issues, and challenges the reader to reconcile religious beliefs with state actions. Not surprisingly, he finds that our federal government routinely violates the religious principles that many Mormons hold dear. "Those who advocate limited government necessarily must advocate strong religious, civic, and social institutions. These institutions, rather than the state, should act as the central organizing mechanisms in American society. For this reason Latter-day Liberty can appeal to readers who are not Mormon, but simply recognize that their relationship with God compels them to question their relationship with the state." Thomas E. Woods, Jr., Ph.D., Author, Nullification: How to Resist Federal Tyranny in the 21st Century: "Only someone knowledgeable in theology, U.S. history, constitutional law, and political philosophy could have taken on a task like Latter-day Liberty. Connor Boyack has proven that he more than fits that bill. The sheer weight of his evidence and the unfailing rigor of his arguments -- even when dealing with the hard cases, which Boyack courageously and persuasively confronts -- practically compel the reader to embrace liberty (the real thing, not the watered-down version peddled by most politicians) as the highest political good. A stellar achievement." Greg Wright, Author, Satan's War on Free Agency: "I will never view political issues the same after reading this book. Latter-day Liberty makes a convincing argument for applying gospel principles to politics. If it is read with an open mind, anybody will be well educated!" Doug French, President, Ludwig von Mises Institute: "Latter-day Liberty couldn't be more timely. This poignant book serves as a wake-up call for Latter-day Saints, with Boyack and leaders of the LDS Church eloquently making the case for individual liberty." Jack Monnett, Ph.D., Author, Awakening to Our Awful Situation: In Latter-day Liberty, Connor Boyack has presented a most articulate and historically accurate presentation of the foundational views of Joseph Smith, other leaders of the LDS Church, and our Founding Fathers. In a world of politically charged confusion, Latter-day Saints would do well to read and understand the roots of agency, government responsibility, and individual liberty that Boyack so clearly outlines. Sheriff Richard Mack, Author, The Proper Role of Law Enforcement: This book provides a thorough and compelling analysis of liberty, which is a subject too often ignored in government today. Well sourced and engaging, Latter-day Liberty is a must-read for every Latter-day Saint. Jonathan E. Johnson III, President, Overstock.com: In Latter-day Liberty, Connor Boyack has done a great service by researching and compiling teachings on the principles of liberty from the Founding Fathers and the leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in a concise, well-written, and informative way. His application of these teachings to current political issues is both thought provoking and enlightening - even for those who may disagree with his applications. Those who value agency and love liberty will find Latter-day Liberty a book well worth reading.

Latter-day Liberty: A Gospel Approach to Government and Politics

Freedom Under God

Sheen, Fulton J.

Business & Money

Join the Tuttle twins in their exciting third adventure as they uncover the mystery of how a powerful creature is stealing their grandparents hard-earned savings, and how they can fight back to protect the money they make in their family business!

The Tuttle Twins and the Creature from Jekyll Island

Disruptive businesses often fight against their crony competitors and their allies in government. Ethan and Emily witness this firsthand with their food truck friends as they embark on a campaign to win public support and overturn the laws that shut them down.

The Tuttle Twins and the Food Truck Fiasco

Why You Need This Book Do you need parenting advice on how to inspire your child to love learning? Whether you homeschool or send your kids to public or private school, this is essential reading for your situation. Why? Because schooling has become a disaster. Your child's interests and uniqueness are disregarded, and structured curriculum and standards like Common Core place them on a conveyor belt that treats all children the same. This system crushes a child's curiosity. Your child deserves better! There is a better way: one that ensures your child sees learning as a joy and provides you, the parent, with a much less stressful way to educate and empower your son or daughter. In this book, Connor Boyack shares the exciting philosophy and empowering day-to-day steps involved in passion-driven education. A child's curiosity and natural desire to learn are like a tiny flame, easily extinguished unless it's protected and given fuel. This book will help you as a parent both protect that flame of curiosity and supply it with the fuel necessary to make it burn bright throughout your child's life. Let's ignite our children's natural love of learning! Five Things Discussed in the Book <ul>
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What's the problem with schools? Whether public, private, or "home," schooling is structured in a way that has significant negative outcomes for children academically, psychologically, and emotionally. To understand the solutions, you first need to review these problems.</li>
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What's your goal? Too many parents simply send their children to school out of ritual and expectation, without thinking about the end result. Caring parents must ponder the outcomes of education and what they want their children to become. Once goals are established, we can make a plan.</li>
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I need solutions! It's easy to point out problems with schooling. It's more important that we review serious and attainable solutions that can help you educate your child and preserve (or restore) their natural love of learning.</li>
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What are the alternatives? If schools are inherently problematic and crush a child's curiosity, what can be done? We'll review several differing approaches to education that incorporate some of the solutions listed earlier.</li>
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Passion-driven education The best way to educate a child is to speak to them in a language they already understand, using their personal interests as a "hook" to make other subjects interesting and relevant. We'll review some examples and then give you an action plan.</li>
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Passion-Driven Education: How to Use Your Child's Interests to Ignite a Lifelong Love of Learning

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

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