John Astin Orden de los libros (cronológico)

Focusing on the historical development of the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), this book details its evolution in the 1990s under the guidance of John Astin, the EU statistician who played a key role in its creation. It tracks the HICP's significance in measuring inflation across EU member states and beyond, impacting over 500 million people. The narrative is aimed at a diverse audience, including economists, statisticians, and international organizations, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in consumer price indices.

"This Is Always Enough" invites readers to momentarily abandon all teachings and spiritual practices, encouraging a direct encounter with each moment without guidance or reference points. The author prompts reflection on what life is like when one stops identifying with any philosophical or religious framework, whether it be Buddha's or Jesus'. It explores the experience of living without fixed conclusions or ideas about identity or how to navigate the present moment. Through a collection of simple, Zen-like poems, essays, and aphorisms, the author emphasizes that while we seek God, we cannot escape God, as everything seen, touched, or heard is an expression of Truth and Life. The book serves as a reminder that the search for happiness often leads us to look for something beyond the present, yet it asserts that this moment is all there is. When we cease looking elsewhere for fulfillment, we discover that the miracle lies in everything around us. Happiness and freedom are revealed to be present in every breath, sensation, and state of mind—whether clear or confused. Ultimately, all experiences, including the act of seeking and its resolution, are manifestations of God and the Truth, affirming that they are always enough.