Inspiration is a key ingredient to Vora’s philosophy of Liberando Alegría® – releasing joy. We believe there is nothing more joyful than the discovery of something – a quotation, a book, a film, or a piece of art or music – that inspires us to embrace the present moment and live for today.
Inspire is a revolving showcase for words, images and ideas that encourage mindfulness and feed our souls – and we hope that they’ll feed yours, too. if you would like to share something with our community that inspires you, email a link and a description to info@vora.es.
"The only way to find peace and contentment is to stop thinking about yourself." Michael A. Singer, The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself.
Acclaimed by critics and readers alike, Michael A. Singer's "The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself" is "eye-opening and mind-expanding." In this work, Singer delves into the depths of consciousness and self-awareness, guiding readers on a journey to explore the nature of the mind and the true essence of human existence.
Singer's writing is profound and illuminating, offering a fresh perspective on spirituality and personal growth. Through accessible language and profound insights, he challenges readers to transcend the limitations of the ego and embrace a deeper understanding of inner peace and fulfillment.
“Appreciation of beauty is the shorter way to happiness”. John Berger, Ways of seeing.
Acclaimed by The Guardian as “eye-opening and mind-expanding”, in Ways of Seeing, Berger explores how we perceive and interpret visual images, questioning the traditional methods of art analysis and challenging viewers to consider the social and historical contexts in which images are created and consumed.
Berger's writing is insightful and provocative, offering a fresh perspective on the relationship between art and society. Through a combination of text and images, he encourages readers to look at the visual world around them with a critical eye and to reconsider their assumptions about the nature of art and representation.
“The hat was imbued with the soul of its wearer, transforming ordinary men intro extraordinary beings”. Antoine Laurain, The President's Hat.
Celebrated as a poignant exploration of unexpected connections and the serendipity of life, Antoine Laurain's "The President's Hat" transports us on a journey through the streets of Paris. Set in the 1980s, this enchanting novel follows the extraordinary journey of a mysterious hat that unexpectedly falls into the possession of ordinary people, forever altering the course of their lives.
In a world where seemingly insignificant objects hold the power to shape destinies, Laurain creates a tale out of intersecting lives and shared experiences. The author invites us to dig into the mysteries of fate while celebrating the beauty of human connection. As the hat travels from one individual to another, each character is drawn into a captivating story of love, loss, and unexpected adventures reminding us that sometimes, the smallest things can lead to the greatest adventures.
"Learn to define your definition of everything. Don’t make your life a wishlist of what you think everyone has." Renuka Gavrani, The art of Being Alone
Praised as a profound exploration of solitude and its transformative power, Renuka Gavrani’s The Art of Being Alone: Loneliness Was My Cage, Solitude Is My Home shares insightful revelations on the topics of self-discovery and introspection.In a world increasingly characterized by noise and distraction, Gavrani’s work serves as a timely reminder of the importance of cultivating a meaningful relationship with solitude. Through poignant anecdotes, impactful insights and practical exercises, she illuminates the path to embracing solitude as a source of strength, resilience and inner peace. In the process, this extraordinary book empowers us to connect with our authentic selves while forging deeper connections with others – as well as the world around us.
"Barcelona is a very old city in which you can feel the weight of history; it is haunted by history." Colm Tóibín, Homage to Barcelona
In Homage to Barcelona, Colm Tóibín captures the spirit and atmosphere of Barcelona, portraying it as a city of unique beauty, intense history and vibrant culture. Acclaimed by The Guardian as a book that “transcends the travel genre to become an indispensable literary piece for understanding the unique character of this metropolis,” Homage to Barcelona serves both as a guide and a tribute to the city that famously captured the imaginations of Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró and Antoni Gaudí. By delving into Barcelona’s rich cultural, political and artistic history through his personal exploration, Toíbín reveals fresh insights into both the celebrated and the more obscure corners of this captivating city.
“When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”
Victor Frankl, Man’s Search For Meaning
THIS SEMINAL BOOK, WHICH HAS BEEN CALLED “ONE OF THE OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO PSYCHOLOGICAL THOUGHT” BY CARL ROGERS AND “ONE OF THE GREAT BOOKS OF OUR TIME” BY HAROLD KUSHNER, HAS BEEN TRANSLATED INTO MORE THAN FIFTY LANGUAGES AND SOLD OVER SIXTEEN MILLION COPIES. “AN ENDURING WORK OF SURVIVAL LITERATURE,” ACCORDING TO THE NEW YORK TIMES, VIKTOR FRANKL’S RIVETING ACCOUNT OF HIS TIME IN THE NAZI CONCENTRATION CAMPS, AND HIS INSIGHTFUL EXPLORATION OF THE HUMAN WILL TO FIND MEANING IN SPITE OF THE WORST ADVERSITY, HAS OFFERED SOLACE AND GUIDANCE TO GENERATIONS OF READERS SINCE IT WAS FIRST PUBLISHED IN 1946. AT THE HEART OF FRANKL’S THEORY OF LOGOTHERAPY (FROM THE GREEK WORD FOR “MEANING”) IS A CONVICTION THAT THE PRIMARY HUMAN DRIVE IS NOT PLEASURE, AS FREUD MAINTAINED, BUT RATHER THE DISCOVERY AND PURSUIT OF WHAT THE INDIVIDUAL FINDS MEANINGFUL. TODAY, AS NEW GENERATIONS FACE NEW CHALLENGES AND AN EVER MORE COMPLEX AND UNCERTAIN WORLD, FRANKL’S CLASSIC WORK CONTINUES TO INSPIRE US ALL TO FIND SIGNIFICANCE IN THE VERY ACT OF LIVING, IN SPITE OF ALL OBSTACLES.
