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- Balance In Life - Know thyself - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Gian KumarFor years I have been studying how to achieve balance in my life, i.e. living in tune with body, mind and spirit. Study of the body has taught me that the ultimate truth is Death. We have to, in life, feed our bodies well by proper diet and supplements, exercise and positive thoughts. The ...
Views: 830 - Spirituality is Synthesis, it is Oneness - by Submitted on May 28, 2013 from Vinod AnandSpirituality is Synthesis, it is Oneness (Vinod Anand) A British author has described Jesus as a Sufi. Jesus was pure; he was love personified. Love is the motif of Sufism. Perhaps that is the reason why the author is calling Jesus a Sufi. In the same why, scholar Sheikh Saleem Ahmed has ...
Views: 1355 - To Bee or Not to Bee - by Submitted on May 29, 2013 from Lisa Tunney“If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have no more than four years to live.” -Albert Einstein Albert Einstein was not a naturalist, but he certainly knew how closely human beings were tied to the bee. The ecosystems of the planet are so tightly integrated, yet ...
Views: 1578(2 votes) - The Healing Power of Organic Foods - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Lisa TunneyWhen I was six years old my mother announced that our family would sample the culinary delights from a different country at least once every month. Mom prepared food at home and we dined out at restaurants, as well. That may not seem extraordinary coming from today's standards, but this ...
Views: 1433(2 votes) - Knowledge of Truth - by Submitted on May 24, 2013 from Gian KumarIt all started twenty years back as I was galloping along in my life, earning money and being concerned with only materialistic comforts and wealth. Then, questions started troubling my mind, in which direction should I lead my life? After all, every new phase in life requires a change. Where ...
Views: 814 - Even Super-Women Need Down Time - by Submitted on May 23, 2013 from Gia CilentoYes, I said it. I know you might have thought that the idea of Super-Women went out in the 80’s or 90’s but don’t fool yourself. There are probably more pressures on us as women today than there were back then. We thought we had a lot to take care of before and now we've added in social ...
Views: 967(1 vote) - The Secret Tool to Manifest Your Vision - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Valerie LipsteinThe science of manifesting your vision is all about holding the vibration of your vision. Another way of saying this is that to manifest your vision, i.e.: take it from the invisible to material form; you will need to change your thinking and your energy. Einstein said that, “Problems cannot ...
Views: 1301 - If You Are Happy and Content With Your Life You Are Rich! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2013 from Niki CleggPeople are always complaining about one thing or another and it does annoy me a lot. I have had hard times in my sixty years but there is no point moaning about it, is there? No there isn't! People in general are never happy because there is always something that affects them be it the weather, ...
Views: 1164(2 votes) - Sleep - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Shiroko SokitchHave you spent nights tossing and turning without being able to rest? Some people spend every night that way. I’m amazed at how many people tell me that they sleep only one to four hours a night. Sleep is necessary for a healthy immune system, normal hormonal function, and recovery of your ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - The Power of Appreciation - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2016 from Chris SpinkThe practice of appreciation as a device for happiness has been in the mainstream for many years. Long-term research supports appreciation’s efficiency to improve your life, recommending that a positive, appreciative attitude helps in a higher success rate at work, better health, peak ...
Views: 1086 - Bedtime Relaxation Tips for Busy Moms - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Melanie VanNuysWho is busier than moms? With careers, children and homes to care for, it’s no wonder most of us are tired all the time. But you can still relax and get the sleep you need with these helpful tips. A mom’s work is never done. We care for everyone else but who takes care of us? For now, we ...
Views: 1245 - Using a Whole Body, Whole Being approach to Cleansing and Detoxification - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from judy zehrAre you struggling to create or live the life that you wish you had? Do you feel blocks in your creativity? Have you been longing to feel integrated, centered and whole again? Cleansing can be a powerful resource to help you balance, realign, let go and restore yourself. We know about the ...
Views: 946 - Bombings at the Boston Marathon - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Kyre AdeptWe all experienced a sadly familiar sense of shock and horror when we read or saw that two bombs went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon. Of course, it’s too early to know what or how or why; at this point, it’s all about images and anguish, sorrow for those on the scene and shock ...
Views: 1439 - Death and Taxes - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Kyre AdeptOooh, it’s that inevitable time of year again… not death, hopefully, but taxes. In the US, most people’s taxes are due on April 15th, so it’s a good day to stay away from the Post Office. We all have an ambivalent relationship with taxes in particular and taxation in general. We want the ...
Views: 1506 - What is life’s purpose? - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Janet Perez EcklesLast Wednesday, my dear friend and I stepped into a nice hotel nestled in the busy part of Miami, near the airport. She put a large gift basket in my hands. “I think they left this for you.” What a lovely surprise! And on the night table was a stand with a copy of my new release, Simplemente ...
Views: 1261 - Forgive, It's In Our Hearts - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Ian ScottForgive them... For they know not what they do... As we know, everything begins with a thought and many of the behaviors we have built up over life-times become an automatic defense mechanism which can weigh us down with guilt, sadness, anger and frustration, leading us away from the freedom ...
Views: 1291(2 votes) - The Law of Circulation - by Submitted on May 01, 2013 from Valerie Lipstein“All you have shall some day be given; Therefore give now, that the season of giving may be yours and not your inheritors.” ~Kahil Gabrain ~ Giving is the first fundamental law of life-and is the first law of all creation. ~ There is a right and wrong way to give and receive. We are ...
Views: 2855(1 vote) - Seeking a Projected Spiritual Goal – an Avenue of Self-deception - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranMost people seek a spiritual goal projected from the content of their minds. They workout a system of their own or seek a religious or spiritual guru to lead them to the goal. They do not sense the inherent self-deception involved in this process. The conventional neurology in man is such ...
Views: 1328(2 votes) - The Truth About Lying - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Lisa HaishaWhen you were growing up, you probably learned that lying was wrong. Remember the old adage, "Honesty is the best policy"? However, chances are that those same people who told you not to lie often told a few non-truths themselves. And today, the mantra of "do not lie" may be one you repeat ...
Views: 1457 - A Simple Process to Reveal What’s Holding You Back - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Liz Fletcher BrownThere is a manifestation myth I would like to dispel. I’ve often heard it said that once you get clear on what you want it will manifest effortlessly. However, the truth is, everything in the way of it manifesting is first likely to come up in your face, especially your own limiting beliefs. ...
Views: 1093 - 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: 1446(2 votes) - Migraines & Heart Openings - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Lisa TunneyI always write about what is relevant in my life and this last month has been an interesting one for me. You see, in my lifetime I have had maybe ten headaches. However, when I get them, they are migraines. The first time I had one, I was in college trying to get ready for final exams. ...
Views: 1085(3 votes) - The Surefire Way to Get It - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Adrienne Fikesou need it. You want it. You miss it. You dream about it. You don’t have it. You may have had it. Where did it go and how can you get it back? It use to be easy. It never worked before. You wonder if you deserve it. You worry about losing it if you actually get it. They have it and you’re ...
Views: 1179(1 vote) - 3 Quick Tips To Stop Feeling Stressed and Overwhelmed Immediately - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2013 from Adrienne FikesIt happens to the best of us. Things happen. People say things. Stuff breaks. Suddenly you look up and you are in the midst of a terrible situation. The buck stops with you and everyone is impatiently waiting for you to fix it. The good news is you are a highly responsible person so they have ...
Views: 1227(3 votes) - What is Spiritual Life Coaching and How Can it Increase Your Clarity, Vision and Energy - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Adrian KowallSpiritual life coaching is about manifesting your desires by clarifying your vision and goals, removing blocks and increasing your energy and vibration to attract what you desire. It differs slightly from conventional life coaching, in that it focuses a lot on the 'inner game' and core ...
Views: 1301 - Could the flu be good for you? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2013 from Shiroko SokitchGetting the flu is probably the last thing you want right now. Debilitating headaches, nausea, cough, sore throats and fever can really mess with your life. But what if the flu also served a purpose for improving your health? In this article I am going to pose the question of – “Why would it ...
Views: 1219 - Crystal Healing - Crystals and a Good Nights Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2013 from Ron WindredI was talking with Jill a few weeks ago and she was saying that the crystals she had to help her sleep weren’t working. With a little further conversation and enquiry I soon deduced why. If you, like Jill, are having trouble sleeping, waking tied and far from refreshed, it may well be worth ...
Views: 2620(1 vote) - Insightful Play - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Linda Radford“As we played during the ‘hide and seek’ dance, I received insights about a part of me that has been hiding a long time.” said one Playshop participant. This last weekend, Julie Blake and I busted the myth that personal growth and self-awareness comes only through hard work, struggle and ...
Views: 1208 - Uncover the Fountain of Fresh Starts Hidden in You - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Guy FinleyWe tell ourselves that we want a new life; in our minds we see ourselves reclaiming our right to live without limitations. We see ourselves walking away from destructive relationships and letting go of negative thoughts and feelings. And this is the very problem. We talk to ourselves about a ...
Views: 1274(1 vote) - How to Feel the Love All Around You - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Adrienne FikesWe all have moments in life when we are just not feeling the love. In every kind of love, there are times when things go wrong and people disappoint you. It happens to the best of us. I want you to know that when you feel this way that everything is fine. There is nothing wrong with you. You may ...
Views: 1197(1 vote) - Stress-Busting Yoga - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2013 from Gurutej KhalsaI have some hope fillers. They are stress busters. They are Guru dust. They will allow you to become your own Guru. Guru literally means one who takes you out of darkness into the light. If you want more light, more hope, more connection. Take this action and do these. They are my gift to ...
Views: 1265 - How Well Do You Stay in the Present? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2013 from Susan FreemanIn conversations with clients and colleagues, the 800 pound gorilla is often the challenge of being “present.” Vital as it is to leadership and a rich full life, it is the thing that eludes many if not most of us a lot of the time. Much of what we do and how we live takes us out of the present ...
Views: 1212(1 vote) - Do You Say "Yes" to Every Request for Your Time? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Cheryl BigusThe Key to well-being is to simplify the daily aspects of your life. We live in a world of “yes”. We say yes when requests are made of our time by employers, our children’s schools, churches, organizations we care about, as well as to our families. From the “sign the petition” emails to taking ...
Views: 1196 - Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains Part 6 - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is part 6 of an 8 part blog series titled, “Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains.” This blog is about Giving Back. Other blogs to follow in this series are: Self-Esteem, Visualization, Knowledge, Patience, Understanding, Giving Back, Love, and Faith & Fear. We all possess ...
Views: 1820(1 vote) - Sometimes All You Really Need Is You - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2013 from Cynthia OrtizFrom the time we were born we were "programmed" to depend on others and reasonably so. Whether we are having good times or bad times most of us turn to family and friends for support, guidance and even comfort. We want and sometimes feel the need to share every part of our lives with someone ...
Views: 1044 - Yoga: What Are You Willing to Leave Behind? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Gurutej KhalsaLent started the day before Valentine's Day. I find this interesting since they are quite the opposite. If you didn't know, Ash Wednesday is the kick off for Lent. Remembering that you came from dust and to dust you will return. This is the time of year you give something up that you have ...
Views: 1395 - The Pains of Meditation - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from Yamaya CruzWhen People tell me that they meditate for hours. I have a difficult time believing them. I’ve been meditating for almost ten years, and I can’t sit still for more than twenty-minutes. My legs start to get rigid. My back begins to hurt. My fingers start fidgeting. I start to lose ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - Have A Cookie Toay - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from David OrmanHave a cookie today. On a diet? Break it for a bit and have a cookie. Busy. Lots of work. Kids have guitar lessons later? Have a cookie today. Not just any cookie, you absolute favorite. And one more caveat . . . take at least 5 minutes to eat it, regardless of the size. Take more if ...
Views: 1095 - The Importance of Receiving - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Lisa TunneyYesterday morning I rushed out the door in order to make it to work on time. I noticed there were leaves all over the patio. I dutifully picked up the broom in order to sweep, but within about 2 ½ seconds I realized I didn’t have enough time. So, I begrudgingly put the broom back in its home. ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - Belief Assessment: It is what you don't know.... - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Marie McCohnellToday, I am thinking...no, receiving deeply in my heart-of-hearts that “you/me/we simply must acquire a truer and clearer understanding; a wise-knowing base, to anchor ourselves solidly into "the quantum real" in this New Year Age of 2013!” I am being told via the Inner-Divine that "we should ...
Views: 1876 - 2 CHANGE: WHAT YOU FEEL - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Marie McCohnellHave you asked yourself “What is going on?” Especially on those days you find yourself waking up possessed by a strange New Age schizophrenic mind that at one moment, tells you that ‘You are happy!’; making you smile and stretch out your arms eagerly to embrace the sunlight and your day! Then in ...
Views: 1308 - The Truth About Life Purpose - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Liz Fletcher BrownIn a past post I wrote about the greatest myths about life purpose. So what is true about life purpose? Truth #1 – Life purpose is much more of a journey than a destination. It is more a state of being than a state of doing. It’s about who you are and how you show up in the world. Your ...
Views: 1108 - The Three Biggest Saboteurs that Keep People from Living with Full Wattage - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Liz Fletcher BrownWhat stops you from fully experiencing enthusiasm, joy, and significance in your daily life? What stops you from living with Full Wattage? I have found the three biggest saboteurs that keep people from living with Full Wattage are: Saboteur #1 – Your own beliefs. For example, think ...
Views: 1076(1 vote) - Do Something Special on Valentine’s Day: 10 Creative Ideas - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2013 from Rob WhiteMany a poet and philosopher has said that love is for all seasons. That’s true, but there’s nothing like Valentine’s Day to remind your significant other that you’ve fallen in love with her 365 times over the past year. The tried and true ways of showing your appreciation are always safe—cards, ...
Views: 2759(1 vote) - "Tantra" Sowing the Seeds of Love, Truth and Beauty - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Goddess GenieTantra is a manifestation art. It is a place where we can move from mediocrity to the full extent of our joy. Tantra is a joyous art, one that will take us to great places if we allow it. The word Tantra is a Sanskrit word that has more than one English translation. The one that I feel expresses ...
Views: 2024(1 vote) - Dancing With Time - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2013 from Melanie McGhee“Come out of the circle of time, and into the circle of love.” ~ Rumi As this month draws to a close, I’m sitting cozy in my office, three large dogs sacked out on the floor around me, while sheets of ice fall from the sky. This is by no means a typical winter day in east Tennessee. I’m ...
Views: 1076 - Nothing Changes Until You Do - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Mike RobbinsIn a recent session with my counselor Eleanor, she said something simple, but profound to me; “Nothing changes until you do.” She went on to say, “Mike, you keep trying to control and manipulate the situations, relationships, and outcomes in your life – thinking that if they changed in the way ...
Views: 1863 - Aging: The Ticking Clock - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2013 from David DurhamThe ticking clock of aging begins very early in our life, and with each passing year its' effects becomes more pronounced. For we are an expression not only of our genetic inheritance, but also of our cultural reality, upbringing, life experiences and our interpretation of those life ...
Views: 1563 - After Death Communication – An Esoteric Dimension for Inner Comfort - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranThe vast majority of human beings live under the shadow of the fear of death – one’s own and that of the near and dear ones. They can release themselves from that pain by paying attention to what is known as the After Death Communication (ADC). The conventional neurology that keeps the ...
Views: 1905(3 votes) - Learn all about the benefits of healthy habits - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2013 from ted markEverybody should have a good, balanced physical and mental state. Unfortunately, many people don’t take this aspect of living too seriously and neglect certain important issues. Well, the only way to change that and make a difference is by discovering what healthy habits are and how they can ...
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