Alchemy of Self | 1' - 10' Deep Dives

This book explores the teaching and philosophy of J. Krishnamurti, an Indian philosopher. Dr. Peter Fritz Walter, the author, shares his own personal experience and insights gained from being a member of a Krishnamurti circle in Switzerland. He examines Krishnamurti's concepts regarding consciousness, fear, the subconscious, emotions, and the role of time in personal transformation. The author also provides a comprehensive review of Krishnamurti's book Education and the Significance of Life, highlighting the philosopher's views on education, the role of love, and the need for a psychological revolution.

John Maynard Keynes's The General Theory of Employment, Interest, and Money is presented here through excerpts from various prefaces and chapters. Keynes details his departure from traditional classical economic thought, emphasizing the insufficiency of existing theories to explain persistent unemployment. He introduces new concepts, such as the multiplier and the marginal efficiency of capital, to explain the determination of income, output, and employment. The text also examines the role of money, liquidity preference, and expectations in shaping economic behavior. Keynes's work challenges established economic orthodoxies and offers alternative explanations for economic fluctuations and unemployment.

The provided text consists of excerpts from Arthur Schopenhauer's The World as Will and Representation. Schopenhauer's philosophy, presented here, argues that reality is fundamentally driven by a blind, irrational "Will," a ceaseless striving for existence. This Will manifests itself in the phenomenal world, which we perceive through representations. He contrasts this Will with Representation, our intellect's structured understanding of the world. The excerpts likely explore the relationship between these two concepts and their implications for human experience and suffering.

This text comprises excerpts from Benjamin Graham's The Intelligent Investor, supplemented by Jason Zweig's commentary. Zweig highlights Graham's enduring investment principles, emphasizing the importance of value investing, margin of safety, and disciplined behavior over market timing or speculation. The excerpts detail Graham's strategies for both defensive and enterprising investors, including stock selection criteria, portfolio allocation, and cautions against common investor pitfalls. Zweig's additions contextualize Graham's advice within modern financial markets, illustrating its continued relevance while addressing contemporary investment vehicles like index funds. The overall message promotes long-term, value-oriented investing rooted in sound financial analysis and emotional resilience.

This text explores Ikigai, a Japanese concept signifying a reason for being, linking it to longevity and happiness. The text examines Ikigai's four components—passion, mission, profession, and vocation—and how their intersection defines one's Ikigai. It also discusses the Okinawan lifestyle and its correlation with long lifespans, highlighting their diet and social practices. Furthermore, the text addresses misconceptions surrounding Ikigai in Western culture, proposing self-reflection and identifying personal qualities as crucial to finding one's purpose. Finally, it details how Ikigai principles can be applied to improve both personal well-being and business success.