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- Achieving A More Fruitful Life - by Submitted on May 03, 2013 from S.A. AbrahamThe Gift of Free Will Do you want a life that’s filled with physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being? Because we have the gift of free will, ultimately, we decide the thoughts, words, choices, and actions that determine our lives. This is due to the fact that naturally and ...
Views: 1540(2 votes) - Facing Our Fears - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Lisa TunneyWhen I was a child I was very good at football and baseball. Since it was the seventies, and while women’s lib has began to change things for those of us of the female persuasion, little league was still off limits to me. It would be another few years, before I ever saw a girl playing on an ...
Views: 1277(1 vote) - ***A Way to Inner Peace - The Power of Breath - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Pennie Quaile-PearceBreath4LifeTM Breath Work - a cutting edge technology? When I ask at workshop and seminars what do people really want the most frequent answer is ‘Inner Peace’. They want to know how to achieve this and what is the quickest route to gaining this in their own lives. Unfortunately there is no ...
Views: 2019 - ***The meaning of inner peace and steps to achieving it in daily life - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Pennie Quaile-PearceTenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, emphasises the importance of inner peace in the world: The question of real, lasting world peace concerns human beings, so basic human feelings are also at its roots. Through inner peace, genuine world peace can be achieved. In this the importance of ...
Views: 2837(5 votes) - Seven Steps to Expanding Gratitude in Your Life - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Deborah PerdueGratitude is in the air these days, more and more, as a spiritual practice to uplevel and uplift your life. Authors such as Deepak Chopra, Edwene Gaines, Neale Donald Walsch, Diane Harmony and many more extol the power of gratitude. After all, one cannot be depressed or angry while in a state of ...
Views: 1749(2 votes) - Enough ... in the Garden - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Ophelia SwaiSo, how many times have you ever stopped and said: “Enough… this is just enough for me. I do not need or want any more than this. My heart is satisfied with what I have and have enjoyed today… it is enough.” The Zebra and wildebeest were going about their eating, playing, resting, walking, ...
Views: 727 - Discovering God in the Gaps - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2013 from Vinod AnandDiscovering God in the Gaps (Vinod Anand) Consider three common scenarios: (1) A lady is sick for a longtime with a chronic disease. Despite unsparing efforts by her family and best medical expertise, there is no improvement in her condition, (2) a man toils very bard at his work. ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - Faith and Positive Anticipation - A Powerful Combination - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizDo you have complete faith and positive anticipation of what is to come? Do you wake up every day like a kid on Christmas morning full of excitement? If not, why? Many of us dread the “future” because our lives are not going the way we want them to. However, you are the one who is in ...
Views: 1137 - Be willing to Forgive Self - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2013 from Maureen Brennan MercierBe willing to forgive self. Willingness is the first step in forgiving ourselves. The act of self forgiveness helps us to let go of the past. This is essential as we continue to heal our past and move forward in our new life. The Oxford English dictionary defines forgiveness as such: “to ...
Views: 1696 - Why People Are Going Postal - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2013 from David SamuelHave you ever been, or talked to someone who is clearly upset and when asked; “What’s wrong?” insists that nothing is wrong? The more you probe, the more they resist. There is clearly something wrong but they will not open up. You write it off as being emotionally closed and eventually give ...
Views: 1498(2 votes) - What's Behind Your Anger? - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Zarla LeahThe majority of people on the planet have had some sort of problem with anger and with people doing things that make them feel angry. People have looked at and dealt with anger in a variety of ways. I want to speak about anger today and what I have learned about it over the years. For a few ...
Views: 1503(1 vote) - How to keep a pure heart - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2013 from Janet Perez Eckles“Quick, Honey,” I said, “get your shoes in the closet, and make sure the remote controls aren’t all over the place.” The videographer from a local TV network affiliate was about to arrive. And the clips were to be used as part of my intro as I keynoted an event. So I dashed around to and ...
Views: 1536(1 vote) - The Near Death Experience – A State of Consciousness beyond the Five Senses - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranFunctioning from the universal consciousness makes us go beyond the five senses. The messages from near death experiences help us understand such consciousness and bring about a holistic transformation in our psychology. This article is an earnest attempt to invite people to look into the ...
Views: 1592(1 vote) - How Much Does Your Life Weigh? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizWhat is LIFE weight? Life weight is all the things you carry around with you on a day-to-day basis that you do not need. Two of the heaviest pieces of weight we carry with us is past and future weight. We bog ourselves down with events from the past and worries about the future not realizing ...
Views: 1732 - The Beach - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Don Neviaser,While sitting on a sandy beach one bright and warm fall day I listen to the ancient sounds that emanate my way. A myriad of seabirds cry while searching for a feast, A wind blows soft across my ears while heading straight due east. Before me countless sun drops dance upon a watery ...
Views: 2287 - Having a Partner & Being in an Intimate Relationship: Does it Bring More Happiness? - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Doron GilIs there a correlation between having a partner and being happy? Some believe that the “trick” to being happy is to have a relationship, as if it will solve all problems: depression, sadness, low self-esteem and so on. Having a relationship – so they believe – will make them satisfied and ...
Views: 1605 - I Wonder What They Will Think - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Bradford GlassDo you care about what other people think? To some extent, most of us do. Throughout life – first from parents, then from teachers, workplaces, media and our institutions – we learn that it’s important to be liked, not rock the boat, be seen as a nice person, etc. Yet have you ever stopped and ...
Views: 942 - Finding Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2013 from Passia PandoraWe all want to feel happy. Unfortunately, the circumstances of life don't always support our happiness. Issues with money, jobs, health, and relationships frequently steal our happiness. Collectively, we have discovered ways of sidestepping our unhappiness, at least temporarily. Some ...
Views: 1181(2 votes) - The War on Worry - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2013 from Ken FieldsWe like to go to war on things we think are wrong or bad; the war on drugs, the war on poverty, the war against crime. We need to have a war on worry because worry is wrong and bad; it underlies, and may be in part the cause of, crime, drugs and, perhaps, even poverty. What is worry? The word ...
Views: 1396(1 vote) - Effortless Detachment – the Puzzle of Spiritual Awakening - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranTrue detachment results from understanding how we gather a lot of unnecessary mental accretion that hangs heavy on us preventing us from discovering higher dimensions of our spiritual existence. Dropping off the accretion takes place when we understand what it means to embark on an inward ...
Views: 2027(1 vote) - Perfect Reflection Of Christ Consciousness. - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Thomas Malcolm Mc AuliffeIn the beginning of the birth of creation the first coming of Christ was the birth of creation. God breath a desire and the Holy Ghost or Mary carried within its virgin whom the Christ consciousness. Which was symbolized by the son of God? which was” the only begotten Son” child of spirit. The ...
Views: 1452 - Journey to awaken - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Thomas Malcolm Mc AuliffeThroughout my entire life, I have experienced every doubt, every torment, every inner struggle with all the difficult decision that one has to make to enjoy the wisdom that I presently have. It was a journey of self discovery. In a way, I choose to experience in my soul all the difficulties ...
Views: 905 - Guilt, Debt and Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from David SamuelNot everyone, but many people, have a level of guilt, insecurity or self-consciousness, a general unease and discomfort around other people. This article is about the cause and thus how to release guilt and attain emotional freedom. The key is at the end of the article, but you need to read the ...
Views: 1438 - What Is So Bad About Being Wrong and, Why Can’t I Accept Myself - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from David SamuelInsecurity, fear, inhibitions, lack of self-confidence and freezing up are some common plagues. Feeling great then all of a sudden feeling down, a spontaneous emotional drop in mood and energy, or any emotional swings without significant cause is another painful condition for many ...
Views: 1408 - Dependent Relationships - Letting Go - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizThose who choose to be dependent on someone else can only mean one thing - they do not want to be responsible for their own well-being. They want and expect YOU to make THEM happy without a second thought toward YOUR well-being. A dependent partner will drain you of your energy just as a ...
Views: 1182 - The Negative Voices In Your Head - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizDid you know your thinking affects every part of your life including your mental and physical health? Most of us do not even think about thinking because it comes so naturally and for the majority it comes all the time. The voices in your head do not ever seem to go away and they have a life ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - Do You Know the Many Different Types of Friendships? - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2013 from Niki CleggThrough my many years of life, experience and learning I have found there are different types and levels of friendships and relationships. I want to discuss this in my article and see if anyone agrees. I have been around for many years and have learnt so much about myself and life. I believe ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - A Time of Unrest Calls for Rest - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.In response to the threats from N. Korea. When life gets crazy and the ground you’re standing on starts to feel shaky, it is time to rest. When you start to feel anxious, your body naturally wants to respond by taking action, don’t! Take a rest. If life starts to get blurry, take a rest. ...
Views: 1569(2 votes) - Spring Offers Opportunities to Reconnect With Nature - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Dr. Jane SimingtonSpring is the perfect time to reflect on the Divine in all of Creation This morning as I watched the spring sun stream through my kitchen window I felt a surge of newness, a sense of being reawakened after a long winter slumber. Breathing a prayer of thanksgiving for the new beginnings that ...
Views: 1266(3 votes) - Connect to the Power of Compassion and Reach Your Inner Peace - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Solvita BennettDear Friend, ...In the past even though I knew what compassion was, I really didn't understand and didn't use its POWER. I thought that being kind and nice to people, feel sorry about them, is what I need to do. It turned out this is not what it really is. It is being kind, nice of course, ...
Views: 1412(1 vote) - The Secret Energy of Words and Inner Peace - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Solvita BennettDear Friend, … We all know how powerful words can be and we also know that at times we are able to say words that we later regret. You have probably heard that thoughts are things; well words are more than just things. When we can change our thoughts with the help of our will, we can’t ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - How do I find Inner Peace when Facing Financial Stress - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Solvita BennettDear Friend, ... Have you ever wondered why some people get rich and some don’t, given the same circumstances? Many put this down to luck and I thought this to be the case too for a long time. However when you read biographies and learn about the characters of wealthy people, you pick up some ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - Transform Insecurity into Self-Confidence with 2 STEPS - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Solvita BennettDear Friend, ... The feeling of insecurity can easily overwhelm us, especially when others treat us in a way we think, we don’t deserve. When we feel insecure, we also create a lot of problems and suffering in our lives, as we don’t feel free, confident and strong to take the actions we ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - Overview of Universal LAW - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Valerie LipsteinSome of you may have studied the topic of powerful Universal Laws. These laws are working whether we are aware of them or not much like the law of gravity or electricity. First we must understand that the universe operates in an orderly manner-with precision so the earth stays rotating in a ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - Moving Beyond Expectations and Resentment - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from Yol SwanAbout 25 years ago, I attended a 45-day Vipassana retreat with enlightened master Ajahn Tong (“Golden Master”) Sirimangalo, who came from Thailand to Mexico to initiate a group of Westerners who wanted to experience Buddhist monk- and nunhood. You see, it is part of Thai culture to have this ...
Views: 1261(2 votes) - Feeling Overwhelmed? 4 Body/Mind Steps To Change Your Life (Step 3) - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Rita HickmanOut of all the goals and objectives, most people really just want to feel happy and fulfilled; to feel good. And the question most people have is…how do I do that? How do I know what will make me happy? How do I choose the right path? After all, you can have all the desire and energy in the ...
Views: 1233(1 vote) - The Vaster Consciousness Provides A Firm Foundation For Mental Peace - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranIt is interesting to note the way in which we cognize things and come up with feelings and emotion with respect to various items in the world. Understanding these from a wider field of Consciousness leads to confidence and peace. When our awareness expands, there is the freedom to observe and ...
Views: 1262(3 votes) - How to Achieve Inner Peace in Thirty Seconds - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Sandra MiniereWhether you meditate or just want to still your mind from its incessant chatter, I have a profound message to share with you. “Thirty sacred seconds” is all that it takes to allow your conscious mind to dis-identify with your thoughts and connect you with your divine mind. Each time you do this, ...
Views: 1819(1 vote) - The Grace of Spirit - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontThe Grace of Spirit Life unfolds in such miraculous ways! It embraces such vast polarity with many unexpected ironies along the way. Each and every one of us is witness to this mysterious phenomenon. We just know it is true from day to day and throughout our lives. The impact is oftentimes ...
Views: 1330(3 votes) - A Celebration of Rituals - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Denise LammiRituals are actions that are performed which “act out” thoughts produced from beliefs, myths or ideas. Rituals are important because they provide us with opportunities to enhance our experiences as individuals and as a society. Rituals accomplish this by adding meaning to circumstances ...
Views: 1755(5 votes) - A Celebration of Rituals - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Denise LammiRituals are actions that are performed which “act out” thoughts produced from beliefs, myths or ideas. Rituals are important because they provide us with opportunities to enhance our experiences as individuals and as a society. Rituals accomplish this by adding meaning to circumstances ...
Views: 1755(5 votes) - Wonderment and the Eagerness to Understand – The Stepping Stones to Inner Transformation - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranInner transformation of our minds is necessary to step out of the self-created prison caused by the habitual thought. Self-awareness and the associated wonderment bring about an inward journey that augments inner transformation. It helps us understand the near death experience (NDE) and ...
Views: 1863(1 vote) - Self Help Daily - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2013 from Saba TeklegiorgisSelf Help Daily We need it. Just like we need some fruits and veggies, we need a dose of self help daily. You should not go a day without it. Self help daily will keep you at peace and in positive emotional state of mind. If you internalize many negative things. If you feel a little ...
Views: 1433 - 3 Reasons to Sever the Cord of Energetic Attachment and Use That Energy For Your Own Benefit! - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2013 from Lisa WechtenhiserIt's true. We all have them. You know what I mean. Don’t pretend you don’t. Them. ** Relatives who manage to get under our skin. ** Co-workers who get away with murder while we dutifully do our jobs and get passed over for raises. ** That friend from ten years ago who stole your ...
Views: 1519 - The Psychological Fabric of Society – A Secret Trap into Which the Mind Falls! - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranMany people are unaware of how the issues of the society influence them and intensify their mental noise. This is where the psychological fabric of society functions as the culprit in the drama. Opinion mongering is an essential part of it. It is good to be aware of how our thoughts are ...
Views: 1486(1 vote) - 3 Tips for Inner Peace – How To Survive A Mercury Retrograde - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2013 from Mette MullerYou slam your fist in the table and if you knew that it wouldn’t have severe repercussions you would definitely be beating up your computer by now! That severe anger that technology and other forms of glitches and set-backs can cause within us can be incredibly debilitating if not down-right ...
Views: 1509(1 vote) - Conflict between Mind and Me - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2013 from Vinod AnandConflict between Mind and Me Vinod Anand In the life of most persons the mind and heart are at loggerheads, and the conflict between the two creates confusion. The mind, in its objective handling of the material world, is saturated with experiences of multiplicity and separateness, and so ...
Views: 1431 - Be the Change... - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Bettina GoodwinThe world is changing. I see it all around me. More and more women are focusing on heart-centered living, embarking on a soul journey that takes them deeper within themselves, creating more meaning in their lives. It’s beautiful to watch as they grow and blossom into more vibrant versions ...
Views: 1422 - How To Feel Safe In An Unsafe World - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Suzanne HosangWe live in a fear-based reality. A reality that says rocks are hard and water is wet, and that’s just the way the world is. In a reality that says take before you are taken, that you must fight for what you want because the world is harsh and cruel and there is not enough for everyone. In a ...
Views: 6502 - Gratitude and the Aging Process - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Margo KnoxRecently I have had the privilege of being invited into an Aged Care Retreat to do an interfaith gathering, talk and play some beautiful meditation music. My experience doing this has been one of delight and gratitude. The experience and feedback from those who have been attending these monthly ...
Views: 2059(2 votes) - Staying Grounded - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from William FetterFeeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Too much on your plate? Get Grounded, Come to Center I'm old enough to remember a time when people usually answered "good" when you asked them the standard, "How are you doing?" These days the answer is commonly "busy." In the last few weeks, while ...
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