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In a world obsessed with success, where the relentless pursuit of goals and achievements has become the norm, there is a need to explore the dark side of ambition. This ebook, in contrast to the work "Smarter than the Devil" by Napoleon Hill, proposes an in-depth analysis of the dangers of unbridled and individualistic ambition, defending a more balanced and responsible model of ambition that takes into account individual well-being and collective.Learn Much More...

In a world obsessed with success, the incessant quest for achievement can easily become a trap. We lose sight of what really matters in the name of increasingly ambitious goals, sacrificing our mental health, emotional well-being and relationships for the sake of an unattainable ideal of perfection.Learn Much More...

The search for success is a constant in human life. We are taught from an early age to pursue goals, achieve goals and reach the top of our careers. However, this incessant search can come at a high price: our happiness.In this ebook , we will explore the vision of success as incessant achievement, present in the work "Smarter than the Devil" by Napoleon Hill, and defend the importance of finding a balance between ambition and happiness. We will show how an obsession with success can lead to unhappiness, burnout and loss of quality of life, and we will present an alternative success model that values mental and emotional well-being, free time, interpersonal relationships and personal fulfillment.Napoleon Hill s Vision of SuccessIn "Smarter than the Devil," Napoleon Hill defines success as "the fulfillment of a predetermined desire." He argues that to achieve success, you must have a "burning obsession" with your goals and be willing to devote all of your time and energy to achieving them.Hill offers 13 principles for success, including:DesireFaithSelf confidencePersistenceEnthusiasmInitiativeImaginationPlanningDecisionWillpowerHabitKnowledgeWhile Hills principles are motivating and can be helpful in achieving some goals, his view of success is problematic for several reasons:1. It is excessively individualistic. Hill places the responsibility for success solely on the individual, ignoring the role of social, economic and cultural factors. 2. It is focused on material results. Hill defines success in terms of wealth, power and recognition, ignoring other important aspects of life such as mental and emotional well-being, interpersonal relationships and personal fulfillment. 3. Its exhausting. The obsession with success, as advocated by Hill, can lead to burnout, stress and loss of quality of life.The Obsession with Success and its ConsequencesThe incessant search for success can lead to a series of negative consequences , such as:Stress and anxiety: The constant pressure to achieve goals and exceed expectations can generate high levels of stress and anxiety.Exhaustion: Excessive dedication to work can lead to physical and mental exhaustion, with consequences such as fatigue, insomnia and health problems.Loss of quality of life: Obsession with success can lead to neglect of other important areas of life, such as family, friends, hobbies and leisure.Unhappiness: The incessant pursuit of external goals can lead to frustration and unhappiness, as true happiness does not depend on material achievements.A More Balanced Success ModelIn contrast to Napoleon Hills vision of success, we propose a more balanced success model that values:Mental and emotional well-being: Mental and emotional health is fundamental to a happy and fulfilling life. It is important to take care of yourself, practice relaxing activities and reserve time for leisure.Free time: Free time is essential for rest, creativity and personal development. Its important to have time to do the things you enjoy and to connect with the people you love.Interpersonal relationships: Healthy relationships with family, friends and partners are an important source of happiness and support. It is important to cultivate these relationships and dedicate time to them.Personal fulfillment: Personal fulfillment is not limited to achieving professional goals. Its important to find meaning and purpose in life, whether through work, hobbies, relationships or other activities.Learn Much More...

Napoleon Hills book "Smarter Than the Devil" served as a beacon for many in search of this understanding. However, as we absorb the powerful lessons of this book, we are urged to go further, to dive deeper, and to further challenge our preconceived ideas.It is in this spirit that I present this ebook, an unprecedented complement to Hills work, entitled " Smarter Than Napoleon Hills Method: Challenging the Ideas of Success in the Book "Smarter Than the Devil" - Expanded View". Here, we will explore concepts, strategies and reflections that go beyond what was discussed in "Smarter Than the Devil", offering a more contemporary and in-depth view on how to achieve success in our lives.Revisiting the Teachings of "Smarter Than the Devil": A Constructive CriticismAlthough Napoleon Hills "Smarter Than the Devil" has become a classic of self-help literature, revisiting his teachings in light of contemporary experience and knowledge, we can identify points that deserve critical analysis.1. The Blind Search for Success:Hill emphasizes the importance of burning desire and persistence in achieving success. However, this unbridled pursuit can lead to obsession, neglecting other important aspects of life such as relationships, mental health and well-being. It is crucial to seek success with balance and consideration, recognizing that happiness is not limited to material achievements.2. The Devils Dichotomous View:The characterization of the "devil" as a personified entity that impedes success can be interpreted as a simplistic view of reality. The difficulties and obstacles we encounter in life are usually the result of complex factors, such as socioeconomic and structural circumstances and even bad luck. Attributing all impediments to an external force can lead to victimization and passivity.3. Lack of Emphasis on Empathy and Cooperation:The books individualistic focus, while motivating, fails to recognize the importance of collaboration and empathy on the path to success. Building healthy relationships and the ability to work together are essential elements for personal and professional growth in an increasingly interconnected society.4. The Absence of Critical Reflection:"Smarter Than the Devil" proposes an uncritical view of success, ignoring the nuances and ethical dilemmas that may arise in its pursuit. It is essential to develop a critical stance that questions the motivations behind success and evaluates the impact of your actions on the world and people around you.5. The Need to Adapt to Changes:Written in a specific historical context, the book does not contemplate the social, technological and economic changes that shape the contemporary world. When revisiting his teachings, it is necessary to adapt them to the current reality, recognizing new challenges and opportunities."Smarter Than the Devil" offers valuable insights into the importance of self-knowledge, discipline and persistence. However, it is important to revisit his teachings with a critical sense, recognizing their limitations and adapting them to the realities and challenges of the contemporary world. The search for success must be balanced with other aspects of life, prioritizing ethics, empathy and social responsibility.Learn Much More...

The book "Smarter than the Devil", by Napoleon Hill, is a classic of self-help literature. It sold millions of copies and influenced the lives of countless people. However, Hills view of success is simplistic and, in some cases, even harmful.This ebook aims to unravel the success myths propagated by Hill and offer a more realistic and comprehensive holistic view.Napoleon Hills View on SuccessHill defines success as "the fulfillment of a specific desire." He believes that anyone can achieve success if they follow the principles he outlines in his book.These principles include:Burning desireFaithPersistenceSelf-disciplineInitiativeEnthusiasmPositivityPlanningCooperationHabit of savingTolerancePower of the subconsciousCriticism of Hills ViewWhile some of Hills principles are valid, his view of success is simplistic and unrealistic. It ignores the social, economic and structural factors that can influence a persons success.Success Myths Propagated by HillAnyone can achieve success if they work hard enough. This is not true. Success is influenced by a number of factors, including talent, luck and opportunity.Success is just a matter of desire and faith. Having a burning desire and faith in yourself is important, but it is not enough to guarantee success.Successful people are always positive and enthusiastic. This is not true. Successful people also experience self-doubt and failure.Success is just a matter of following a plan. Life is unpredictable and plans dont always work out as expected.A Holistic View of SuccessSuccess is a complex and multifaceted concept. There is no single definition of success that fits everyone.A holistic view of success takes into account the following factors:Individual factors: Talent, skills, knowledge, personality, values, beliefs and motivations.Social factors: Family, friends, community, culture and social class.Economic factors: Employment, education, health and income opportunities.Structural factors: Discrimination, social and political inequality.Learn Much More...

In his book "Smarter than the Devil", Napoleon Hill proposes a worldview surrounded by the dichotomy of winners and losers. This mentality, although motivating at first glance, hides pitfalls that can compromise our mental health, our relationships and our perception of success.The Binary Victory FallacyBy classifying people as winners or losers, Hill ignores the complex individual trajectory of each human being. Success is not a binary destination, but rather a continuous process of learning and growth. Reducing life to a constant dispute devalues effort, resilience and the individual journey.The Toxic Obsession with SuccessThe incessant search for victory at any cost can generate a series of harmful consequences. Exacerbated competitiveness leads to individualism, a lack of empathy and the devaluation of teamwork. This obsession can generate anxiety, stress and even depression, if the end result is not what was expected.An Alternative Model for SuccessIn contrast to Hills binary vision, we defend a success model that values collaboration, learning from mistakes and personal growth. True success is not limited to achieving titles or material goods, but rather building an authentic, meaningful and purposeful life.The Importance of CollaborationTeamwork is fundamental to success in any area of life. By collaborating with others, we can share knowledge, skills and experiences, as well as build relationships of trust and respect.Learning from MistakesMistakes are inevitable on any journey. Instead of seeing them as failures, we should see them as opportunities to learn and grow. The ability to learn from mistakes allows us to overcome challenges and improve our skills.Personal Growth as a Main FocusTrue success lies in the continuous development of our skills, knowledge and values. By focusing on personal growth, we become more resilient, adaptable and prepared to face lifes challenges.ConclusionInstead of blindly pursuing victory at all costs, we should seek a model of success that values collaboration, learning and personal growth. This shift in perspective will allow us to build a more authentic, meaningful and purposeful life.Learn Much More...

In his book "Smarter than the Devil", Napoleon Hill proposes a philosophy of hard work and persistence as the keys to success. However, this view ignores the importance of work-life balance , which is essential for an individuals mental, physical and emotional health.This ebook aims to criticize the culture of excessive and exhausting work present in Hills work and defend a model of success that values free time, rest and interpersonal relationships.Criticism of the Culture of ExcessHills work promotes the idea that success requires personal sacrifices, including working long hours and giving up hobbies and leisure. This vision, in addition to being unsustainable in the long term , can lead to several problems, such as:Stress: Excessive work can generate chronic stress, which contributes to the development of physical and mental illnesses, such as anxiety, depression and cardiovascular problems.Burnout: Lack of rest and free time can lead to professional burnout, characterized by physical and mental exhaustion, loss of productivity and demotivation.Deterioration of interpersonal relationships: Prioritizing work over personal life can harm relationships with family and friends, leading to loneliness and isolation.The Importance of BalanceMaintaining a balance between work and personal life is essential for an individuals well-being. Free time and rest are essential for:Recharge your energy: Physical and mental rest allows the individual to recover their energy and return to work with more energy and productivity.Cultivate hobbies and interests: Free time allows individuals to dedicate themselves to activities that bring them pleasure and satisfaction, contributing to their emotional well-being.Strengthen interpersonal relationships: Time dedicated to family and friends strengthens emotional bonds and contributes to a feeling of belonging and social support.A Holistic Success ModelTrue success is not just about achieving professional goals. It is important to pursue a holistic success model that values well-being in all areas of life, including:Physical and mental health: Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential to have the energy and willingness to achieve your goals.Interpersonal relationships: Maintaining healthy relationships with family and friends contributes to your emotional well-being and happiness.Free time and hobbies: Dedicate time to activities that bring you pleasure and satisfaction, such as hobbies, travel and time with your family.ConclusionContrary to what Napoleon Hill proposes, success does not require personal sacrifices and exhaustion. It is possible to achieve your professional goals and have a vibrant personal life , as long as you seek balance between the different areas of your life .Prioritize your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Dedicate time to the people you love and activities that bring you pleasure. This is the key to true and lasting success.Learn Much More...

In the book "Smarter than the Devil", Napoleon Hill proposes a binary worldview, dividing people into "winners" and "losers". This mentality, although popular, presents dangers and flaws that deserve to be analyzed.Criticism of the Binary ViewHills "winning mentality" promotes the relentless pursuit of individual success, devaluing individual effort and journey. This view ignores the complexity of life and the importance of collaboration, learning from mistakes and personal growth.Examples of HazardsStress and anxiety: The incessant search for success can generate stress and anxiety, leading to burnout and frustration.Lack of empathy: The binary view can create a false sense of superiority in relation to the "losers", generating a lack of empathy and compassion.Unethical behavior: Obsession with success at any cost can lead to unethical and antisocial behavior .Counterpoint: An Alternative Model for SuccessIn contrast to the "winning mentality", we propose a success model that values:The individual journey: The focus should be on learning and growing along the way, not just the end result.Collaboration: Success is often the result of a collective effort, and collaboration is essential to achieving big goals.Learning from mistakes: Mistakes are opportunities for learning and growth, and should not be seen as failures.Personal growth: True success goes beyond material achievements and is related to personal development and individual fulfillment.Examples of Inspiring StoriesJK Rowling: The Harry Potter author received 12 rejections from publishers before publishing her first book.Walt Disney: Was fired from his newspaper job for "lack of imagination and creativity."Michael Jordan: Was cut from his high school basketball team and missed more than 9,000 shots during his career.Learn Much More...

In his classic "Smarter than the Devil", Napoleon Hill offers an instrumental view of success, focusing on strategies and techniques for achieving personal goals. However, this perspective fails to consider the fundamental importance of integrity as a foundation for authentic and lasting success.Integrity as a Fundamental PillarIntegrity goes beyond the mere search for results. It manifests itself as a set of ethical values that guide our actions and decisions, including:Honesty: acting truthfully and transparently in all relationships.Responsibility: assume the consequences of your actions and make conscious decisions.Social justice: defending equal opportunities and the well-being of all.Environmental responsibility: acting sustainably, preserving the environment for future generations.Integrity and TrustBy acting with integrity, we build trusting relationships with those around us. This confidence is essential for success in any area of life, as it allows us to:Obtain support and collaboration from others.Create a positive and productive work environment.Attract customers and partners who value ethics and responsibility.Integrity and Decision MakingIntegrity allows us to make responsible decisions that consider the impact of our actions on others and the world. This means:Prioritize collective well-being over personal interest.Act fairly and ethically, even when it means giving up immediate benefits.Seek sustainable solutions to the challenges we face.Integrity and Sustainable SuccessSuccess built on the foundation of integrity is more than the achievement of material goods or professional recognition. It is a state of personal fulfillment that manifests itself in:Life satisfaction: feeling proud of your achievements and knowing that you contributed to something bigger than yourself.Healthy relationships: having the trust and respect of family, friends and colleagues.Tranquility of mind: living with a clear conscience that you have acted correctly and honestly.Counterpoint to "Smarter than the Devil"Napoleon Hills work, while offering valuable insights into achieving goals, presents a limited view of success that is based on:Fierce competition: the search for individual success at any cost, to the detriment of collaboration and collective well-being.Manipulation: the use of strategies to influence and control other people for ones own benefit.Lack of ethics: the omission of values such as honesty and justice in the name of personal success.Learn Much More...

«Mientras leo, tengo la sensaciónque me dala literatura que más me gusta: la de estar mirandoa través de una ventana y ver de pronto sobre el cristal,como un espectro, mi propio reflejo.»Este libro n

«La extraordinaria riqueza y desbordante complejidad de En la red del tiempo confirman lo que para muchos es una evidencia, […] y es que Ignacio Gómez de Liaño es la figura más importante de la cultu

UNA BRILLANTE BIOGRAFÍA DE EDGAR ALLAN POE QUE ANALIZA LA VIDA DEL CÉLEBRE AUTOR DESDE EL PRISMA DE SU MISTERIOSA MUERTE Y SUS POSIBLES CAUSASSin duda, estamos ante un verdadero relato de horror y misterio. Edgar Allan Poe murio el 7 de octubre de 1849, con solo cuarenta años, de una forma dolorosa y absolutamente extraña que habria encajado a la perfeccion en sus propios cuentos de terror. ¿Cual fue la causa de su prematura muerte, y que le ocurrio durante los tres dias que tardaron en encontrarle, delirando y muy angustiado en las calles de Baltimore, vistiendo ropas que no le quedaban bien y que no eran suyas?Poe, considerado uno de los escritores estadounidenses mas emblematicos, murio en unas circunstancias de lo mas inquietantes que reflejan los dos generos literarios que el mismo llevo a nuevas cotas a lo largo de su carrera. Se ha especulado mucho sobre la causa de su fallecimiento desde la rabia y la sifilis hasta el suicidio, el alcoholismo e incluso el asesinato, pero muchas de estas teorias se basan en una caricatura de Poe: la del gotico de ojos sombrios que garabatea borracho sus escalofriantes obras maestras, encorvado sobre un escritorio, con un cuervo posado en un hombro.En una narracion de doble linea temporal que alterna entre los desesperados ultimos meses de Poe y su corta vida, Mark Dawidziak revela nuevas facetas del enigmatico maestro de lo macabro y propone una impactante teoria, segun la cual aquello que lo mato en realidad lo estuvo persiguiendo durante toda la vida.

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Este livro reúne as conferências apresentadas durante o I Colóquio Internacional Marco Lucchesi que ocorreu em Roma nos dias 15 e 16 dejaneiro de 2024 na Embaixada do Brasil.As apresentações foram re

Pasan los años y, lejos de diluirse entre la cháchara del tiempo, el pensamiento de Guy Debord (1931-1994) —su aportación teórica y práctica— se percibe con mayor nitidez. Muy a pesar de las múltiple

Un día el editor que firma esta obra recibe un encargo sorprendente: debe terminar una novela de Mario Vargas Llosa, pues el escritor, que acaba de recibir el Premio Nobel, no puede continuarla debido a sus innumerables compromisos sociales.Este divertido libro, al que su autor llama novela, es un paseo con la obra de Mario Vargas Llosa como hilo conductor a traves de la literatura hispanoamericana del siglo veinte. Con una escritura repleta de guiños, desenfadada y bienhumorada, Riestra se situa frente al academicismo para hacer, en compañia del lector, un recorrido que nos lleva lo mismo por obras clasicas que por joyas secretas.Pero, aun mas que eso, El negro de Vargas Llosa es un acercamiento al glamour desenfrenado del mundo del libro en español, ademas de las memorias de un editor de provincias que pilota un proyecto tan erudito como personal y que aqui nos contagia, con amabilidad juguetona, sus pasiones intelectuales.En definitiva, un fabuloso divertimento con el que disfrutara cualquier persona enferma de literatura. Una delicia, vaya.

"Julia Santibáñez escribe poemas de alto voltaje, alucinados, exactos". Raúl Zurita, poeta chileno, Premio Reina Sofía de Poesía Iberoamericana 2020 "De vocación experimental, a veces barroca, la poesia de Julia Santibañez le tuerce el cuello a las palabras para hacerlas decir lo imposible, apelando tambien a lo arcaizante, al giro popular, al humor que desarticula. Con una mirada amplificadora, que revela lo que la cotidianidad dificilmente otorga, y versos que a menudo golpean como hachas, Pulso ad-herido ahonda en la escritura misma, en la naturaleza, y en el hecho de ser mujer, con una originalidad en la que adivinamos, sin embargo, las numerosas lecturas que la fecundan". Piedad Bonnett, poeta colombiana, ganadora en 2016 del Premio Internacional de Poesia Generacion del 27 "En Pulso ad_herido, Julia Santibañez dialoga con la tradicion, pero tambien la confronta y la renueva, mediante la exploracion de una poetica preocupada por el ritmo y el hallazgo. A lo largo de las tres secciones que conforman el libro encontramos relojes, duelos, manos como arañas, incendios, erotismo, arboles y mujeres. Con fino humor, la autora nos invita a mirar con asombro el poema que nace en cada lectura". Diana del Angel, poeta mexicana, miembro del Seminario de Investigacion en Poesia Mexicana Contemporanea

Desde 1892 hasta 1927, sir Arthur Conan Doyle escribió decenas de relatos que luego se compilaron, poco a poco, en cinco libros que contenían los casos de Sherlock Holmes y su fiel amigo, el doctor John Watson. En este primer tomo de la coleccion de relatos hemos recopilado Las aventuras de Sherlock Holmes (1892) y Las memorias de Sherlock Holmes (1894).El primer libro, Las aventuras de Sherlock Holmes, narra doce relatos con tramas intricadas, personajes vividos y misterios cautivantes que le permiten al detective demostrar todo su intelecto y encanto mientras descifra desde los planes vengativos de Irene Adler en Un escandalo en Bohemia hasta quien fue el culpable del robo de una joya de interes nacional en La aventura de la diadema de berilos.En Las memorias de Sherlock Holmes, Watson les presenta a los lectores once historias mas sobre su compañero de intrigas y deducciones, quien tendra que poner a prueba sus habilidades mas que nunca para resolver los casos mas dificiles de su carrera, incluyendo la misteriosa desaparicion de unos documentos en El tratado naval, la cual podria desatar tensiones internacionales, y el peligroso juego de ingenio en el que se involucra con el profesor Moriarty, su archienemigo, en El problema final.

Desde 1892 hasta 1927, sir Arthur Conan Doyle escribió decenas de relatos que luego se compilaron, poco a poco, en cinco libros que contenían los casos de Sherlock Holmes y su fiel amigo, el doctor John Watson. En este segundo tomo de la coleccion de relatos hemos recopilado El regreso de Sherlock Holmes (1905), Su ultima reverencia (1917) y El archivo de Sherlock Holmes (1927).En el primer libro, Conan Doyle comparte trece relatos que devuelven a la vida al famoso detective britanico despues de su fatidico encuentro con el profesor Moriarty en las Cataratas de Reichenbach en Suiza, lugar en donde acaba el anterior libro de relatos.En Su ultima reverencia se encuentran algunos de los relatos mas enfocados en espionajes e intriga de Sherlock Holmes y Watson, los cuales reflejan en gran medida la tension politica que se vivia en Europa en ese momento.Finalmente, en El archivo de Sherlock Holmes, Conan Doyle despide a su mitico personaje haciendolo participar en casos tan variados como el del vampiro de Sussex, el de la melena del leon o el del problema del puente de Thor.

Esta revolucionaria guía revela los principios atemporales para obtener riqueza y abundancia. Publicado en 1910 originalmente, este clásico presenta una estrategia sistemática para que las personas obtengan prosperidad financiera gracias al poder del pensamiento y de las acciones.Wattles defiende que hacerse rico no es una cuestion de suerte o de circunstancias, sino de seguir ciertas leyes y principios que cualquiera puede aprender. Siguiendo el concepto de hacer las cosas de una Cierta Manera, el autor enfatiza que quien cultive una buena mentalidad de abundancia, gratitud y visualizacion creativa puede hacerse rico.Con toda su experiencia como una de las figuras mas influyentes de la autoayuda, Wallace D. Wattles guiara a los lectores a traves de un camino transformativo hacia la independencia financiera y el crecimiento personal, todo gracias a su capacidad para convertir la obtencion de riqueza en una ciencia exacta: la ciencia de hacerse rico.