The Freedom of Life by Annie Payson Call

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Author Call, Annie Payson, 1853-1940
Title The Freedom of Life
Contents The freedom of life -- How to sleep restfully -- Resistance -- Hurry, worry, and irritability -- Nervous fears -- Self-consciousness -- The circumstances of life -- Other people -- Human sympathy -- Personal independence -- Self-control -- The religion of it -- About Christmas -- To mothers.
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Summary "The Freedom of Life" by Annie Payson Call is a philosophical self-help book written in the late 19th century. It addresses the concepts of personal freedom, resilience, and the importance of non-resistance in overcoming life's challenges and achieving inner peace. The core idea revolves around the notion that true freedom is found not in the avoidance of difficulty, but in accepting and navigating through it with a willing and open mindset. The opening of the book introduces the concept through the story of a young woman overwhelmed by fatigue from her work. Through a dialogue with a comforting friend, she learns that it is not the work itself that exhausts her, but her approach and the strain she places on herself. This leads her to experiment with a more relaxed method of working—a so-called "lazy way." The narrative emphasizes that changing one's attitude and approach to tasks can provide relief from fatigue and stress, hinting that deeper understanding and self-control can foster a more productive and harmonious life. The theme of non-resistance is further explored as essential for personal well-being and growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class RA: Medicine: Public aspects of medicine
Subject Mental health
Category Text
EBook-No. 4338
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 27, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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