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How to Live

What the Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness, Meaning, and Community

Judith Valente

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Chapter Overview

Description

How to Live (2018) takes a thoughtful look at the teachings of St. Benedict and how the rules he applied to sixth-century monastic living can help us lead better lives today. From the benefits of cultivating silence to insights into how to be a better leader, find out how The Rule of St. Benedict can help you better navigate the pitfalls of modern life. 

Who Should Listen

  • Anyone eager to live more meaningfully
  • People interested in monastic life
  • Burned-out workers looking for balance

About the Authors

Judith Valente is an award-winning journalist, essayist, and poet who’s been a staff writer for publications including the Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post. She has also worked in television and radio and has undertaken speaking engagements and led retreats on the power of poetry and leading a more meaningful work life. Her other books include The Art of Pausing: Meditations for the Overworked and Overwhelmed.