Stillness is the Key: An Ancient Strategy for Modern Life by Ryan Holiday (Engli

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday The #1 New York Times Bestseller that shows why slowing down is the key to getting ahead. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Throughout history, there has been one quality that great leaders, makers, artists and fighters have shared. The Zen Buddhists described it as inner peace, the Stoics called it ataraxia and Ryan Holiday calls it stillness: the ability to be steady, focused and calm in a constantly busy world.Drawing on a wide range of historys greatest thinkers, Holiday shows us how crucial stillness is, and how it can be cultivated in our own lives today. Just as Winston Churchill, Oprah Winfrey and baseball player Sadaharu Oh have done, we can all benefit from stillness to feed into our greater ambitions - whether building a business or simply finding happiness, peace and self-direction.Stillness is the key to the self-mastery, discipline and focus necessary to succeed in this competitive, noisy world. Author Biography Ryan Holiday is one of the worlds foremost thinkers and writers on ancient philosophy and its place in everyday life. He is a sought-after speaker, strategist, and the author of many bestselling books including The Obstacle Is the Way; Ego Is the Enemy; and The Daily Stoic. His books have been translated into over 30 languages and read by over two million people worldwide. He lives outside Austin, Texas, with his family. Review The ability to choose the focused inner stillness that Ryan champions is more important than ever. -- Mark Manson #1 Bestselling author, * The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck *Ryan Holiday is among the most psychologically wise writers I know. ... If you struggle to find your center in the increasingly noisy and frenetic world, then this book is for you. -- Angela Duckworth, bestselling author * Grit *Some authors give advice. Ryan Holiday distills wisdom. This book is a must read. -- Cal Newport, New York Times bestselling author * Digital Minimalism *Dont be fooled. Within the pages of this unassuming little book lie a life-changing idea: that in order to move forward, we must learn to be still. Ryan Holiday has done it again. -- Sophia Amoruso, cofounder and CEO, GirlbossWhether you are an athlete, an investor, a writer or an entrepreneur, this little but soulful book will open the door to a healthier, less anxious and more productive life and career. -- Arianna HuffingtonRyans trilogy of The Obstacle is the Way, Ego is the Enemy and Stillness is the Key are for sure must-reads. -- Manu Ginobili, 4x NBA champion and Olympic Gold MedalistIn the world today the dangers are many-most notably, the endless distractions and petty battles that make us act without purpose or direction. In this book, through his masterful synthesis of Eastern and Western philosophy, Ryan Holiday teaches us all how to maintain our focus and presence of mind amid the sometimes overwhelming conflicts and troubles of twenty-first-century life. -- Robert Greene, New York Times bestselling author * The 48 Laws of Power *A timely, vividly realized reminder to slow down and harness the restorative wonders of serenity. -- Kirkus ReviewsRyan Holiday is one of the brilliant writers and minds of our time. In Stillness Is the Key he gives us the blueprint to clear our minds, recharge our souls, and reclaim our power. -- Jon Gordon, bestselling author * The Energy Bus *Ryan Holiday is a national treasure and a master in the field of self-mastery. In his most compelling book yet, he has mined both the classical literature of the ancient world and cultural touchstones from Mister Rogers to Tiger Woods, and brought his learnings to us in terms that the frantic, distracted, overcaffeinated modern mind can understand and put to use. Highly recommended. -- Steven Pressfield, bestselling author * The War of Art *Highly recommended. Great read. -- CJ McCollum, Portland TrailblazersPraise for Ryan Holiday:[Ryan is a] self-help sage, who is now a sought-after guru to NFL coaches, Olympians, hip-hop stars, and Silicon Valley entrepreneurs . . . [he] translates Stoicism, which had counted emperors and statesmen among its adherents during antiquity, into pithy catchphrases and digestible anecdotes for ambitious, twenty-first-century life hackers. -- Alexandra Alter * New York Times *The next Malcolm Gladwell. Ryan Holidays just brilliant. -- Lance ArmstrongHoliday is an out-of-the-box thinker who likes to take chances. * New York Times Book Review *I dont have many rules in life, but one I never break is: If Ryan Holiday writes a book, I read it as soon as I can get my hands on it. -- Brian Koppelman, screenwriter and director, * Rounders, Oceans Thirteen, Billions *Ryan Holiday is one of the most promising young writers of his generation. -- George Raveling, Hall of Fame basketball coach, Nikes director of international basketball Promotional The #1 New York Times Bestseller that shows why slowing down is the key to getting ahead Long Description The #1 New York Times Bestseller that shows why slowing down is the key to getting ahead. Throughout history, there has been one quality that great leaders, makers, artists and fighters have shared. The Zen Buddhists described it as inner peace, the Stoics called it ataraxia and Ryan Holiday calls it stillness: the ability to be steady, focused and calm in a constantly busy world. Drawing on a wide range of historys greatest thinkers, Holiday shows us how crucial stillness is, and how it can be cultivated in our own lives today. Just as Winston Churchill, Oprah Winfrey and baseball player Sadaharu Oh have done, we can all benefit from stillness to feed into our greater ambitions - whether building a business or simply finding happiness, peace and self-direction. Stillness is the key to the self-mastery, discipline and focus necessary to succeed in this competitive, noisy world. Review Text The ability to choose the focused inner stillness that Ryan champions is more important than ever. Promotional "Headline" The #1 New York Times Bestseller that shows why slowing down is the key to getting ahead Details ISBN1788162064 Author Ryan Holiday Pages 288 Publisher Profile Books Ltd Year 2020 ISBN-10 1788162064 ISBN-13 9781788162067 Publication Date 2020-10-08 Short Title Stillness Is the Key Language English Subtitle An Ancient Strategy for Modern Life DEWEY 158.1 Format Paperback UK Release Date 2020-10-08 Imprint Profile Books Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-10-08 Edition Description Main Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-02-01 Alternative 9781782835271 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:130070323;

Price: 10.23 GBP

Location: London

End Time: 2025-02-07T00:08:14.000Z

Shipping Cost: 5.26 GBP