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In part one, we explored the path of karma yoga, or seva, considered an essential spiritual practice which means “self-less service. “However, it is important to recognize that, like most teachings, giving can become out of balance, and even detrimental to both giver and receiver if coming from ... Views: 1019
Paul Hellyer was the former Minister of National Defence for Canada who sensationally announced that world governments were deliberately covering up ‘secret files’ that reveal aliens have been visiting Earth for thousands of years, and are already integrated into society. These aliens he claims ... Views: 1407
The research on Near Death Experiences (NDEs) over the recent decades has brought in significant awareness regarding the afterlife. That leads us to ask a probing question regarding the preparedness to meet the afterlife. It is an exploration that can enrich our lives.
A lot about the ... Views: 1331
It takes courage to deviate from the most accepted world-view. Anything that appears to fly in the face of our mundane daily reality is usually dismissed as a hoax or fantasy in our majority rule society.
Many people will simply not consider other possibilities, seemingly outlandish at ... Views: 1392
The Paititi Institute for the Preservation of Ecology and Indigenous Culture is a nonprofit organization devoted to the integration of indigenous wisdom into every day life. We are located on 4000 acres in Peru.
Through all of our programs, we dedicate our efforts to supporting a society of ... Views: 1979
Psychics believe number 4 in
numerology
In essence you're the number of the Earth, of the
garden and of stability. It brings order. Youre loyal and honest and have
an accuracy at work demanding great concentration and you have a forceful
ambition. You ... Views: 1470
Psychics believe that number
3 in numerology makes you
gifted in writing, communicating,
speaking, and strategizing. You have a need to express yourself in
whatever way you can; by using your body, voice, art, etc. There is a need
to be active ... Views: 1406
Lost Valley is an 25 year old learning center and Ecovillage located on 88 acres in Dexter, Oregon.
Our mission is to provides affordable housing, access to land, and facilities for an intentional community of educators, entrepreneurs, and cultural evolutionaries, committed to creating a life ... Views: 1358
Hummingbird Community Ranch is nestled in a valley among the Aspens, Cottonwoods, and Ponderosa Pines in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern New Mexico on 500 acres.
Hummingbird Community calls to those who desire to serve humanity’s collective awakening while realizing their own true ... Views: 1308
Fall means to me a new beginning and a fresh start. The turning leaves, the crisp air, seeing the children head back to school, getting focused and back to a full work week all creates in me a sense of bitter sweet. I am sad to see the lazy days of summer pass, the chill in the air signaling ... Views: 1337
There have been many tyrannical rulers throughout history. Joseph Stalin, leader of the Soviet Union, had killed many people during the Great Terror, coolly dispatching with his political opponents and other Russians, and also as a consequence of his economic policies, caused the famine in the ... Views: 1229
I’ve said it a thousand times before and you probably have as well – “I’m doing the best that I can!”
I never questioned that declaration in the past nor have I stopped to think anything about it, until yesterday.
Reflecting on my life over this past year, I thought about my ... Views: 1390
From early childhood I was steeped in the tradition of service both from a Catholic upbringing first, then later from the eastern spiritual traditions of Seva (meaning self-less service). This culture of giving ran the gamut from helping my Mom make ornaments to sell at a hospital Christmas ... Views: 1029
Psychics
tend to incorporate many forms of new ages and teachings into counseling a
crisis. Kabbalah is another tool that can be used in trying to uncover
life's hidden truths.
Kabbalah means to
receive Light from the creator. Two thousand years ago, the ... Views: 1071
We often get thrown from our centers when emotions run high. Many
psychics advise meditation. Simply
remembering that you are not alone and have spirit guiding you can be a
comfort. The day you were born you were also given an Angel. In truth, this
means you are ... Views: 1147
How much clarity do you have? Have you found yourself in spaces of confusion? Have you wondered how to move into greater clarity?
I would reckon to say that at least at some point in our life; we have experienced confusion, or some form of it such as disorientation or lacking a physical ... Views: 1170
Millions of pilgrims, sadhus & sanyasis (monks & sages), musicians, artisans and all kinds of craftsmen are gathering on the sacred banks of river Kshipra. A drop of the nectar of immortality fell here during the öght between the gods and the demons when the universe was örst created. On ... Views: 1203
Being in winning mindset is a quality of highly successful people and it is required to be happy always irrespective of the external environment. Being in winning mindset is fundamental for learning all experiences and achieving success in life.This is something making the ground clean and ... Views: 1433
Youve probably heard about the chakras from time to time, or received a reading from someone who mentioned them. But just what are they? Chakras, bright regions of spinning energy, are actually organs of the subtle body. They are living, breathing organs, dynamic and ... Views: 1237
A psychic can give you
forecasting and spiritual guidance. Thoughts and words are very powerful instruments. They are the tools with which we create the world we live in and our reality. What we think and talk about becomes what we focus on, and what we focus on becomes manifest in the ... Views: 1234
Do you enjoy taking a look at what is coming your way? Have you used astrology or other tools for seeing the flow of your year? Do you take the time to see how the energy is flowing before you are in the middle of it?
There used to be a time where I was all over every aspect, influence, and ... Views: 974
A friend once told me about a conversation she had with a man who worked for peace at the United Nations. He said to her, “How can I work for world peace? I have no idea of how to have peace with my wife.”
For me, the core of Living Transformation is our human evolution as individuals. In my ... Views: 983
With the carnage in Paris so ever-present on our minds, I am reminded that even though it is so difficult to fathom such violence, one of the blessings I have received from all of the spiritual and energy healing practices is the deepening experience that this earth journey is a tiny fragment of ... Views: 1148
Do you remember when you really got “active” on your path? Do you remember having an awakening that really made you get “serious” about the life you are living? What was it that made that an awakening journey for you?
Even those that are born with gifts of intuition or seeing seem to have ... Views: 1051
"In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, in the expert's there are few. ~Suzuki
If you're a perfectionist like me, learning and creating while practicing "beginner's mind" is something you might find challenging. What is "beginner's mind" you ask? Beginner's mind is a concept ... Views: 1343
What is the ego? Psychologically speaking, the ego consists of all of the personalized notions an individual has built up about who he or she is as a human being: personalities, beliefs, behaviors, thought processes, and inner dialogues. Essentially, the ego is the subjective construct of ... Views: 1355
Aloha! Q & A time again!
Q: What's so wrong about "The Golden Rule?"
A: Short form: It's tyranny! Surprised? Read further, please:
A: Longer elaboration:
"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
Ok, so what if others prefer something different done unto them than what it is ... Views: 1290
AlooooooHA!!!
During each of the many times I’ve begun this article, I’ve felt at once inspired to share and perplexed as to how to begin. So I am jumping in. Here goes:
I feel dismayed when I hear people, especially those who describe themselves as light workers, refer to the darkness as ... Views: 1298
Do you have certain Crystals or Gemstones that you are consistently drawn to; or are there favorite ones that you like to work with? What experiences have you had working with Crystals and other Gemstones? How have you worked with Crystals and Gemstones?
For as long as I can remember, I ... Views: 1065
Aloha!
Frequently, I’m approached by individuals ranging from novice to adept, requesting support as they learn to more accurately discern the difference between intuition and ego. In the spirit of clarity and with the intention of demystifying basic terms that have become confusing in the ... Views: 1712
Aloha!
The holiday season is upon us! For event vendors, the focus on prosperity flow takes center stage. I'm often asked for my event success tips. Currently, my priority is providing private services. This supportive information from my successful event experience is intended to help ... Views: 1892
This morning I drove about an hour to visit with my mom. When I arrived, she was still out running errands so I decided to hang out with my grandfather who lives on the family land. He is an amazing woodworker and was in his workshop building a small table.
I spent about forty-five minutes ... Views: 1601
It doesn't take much for some people to get angry. For others, the process takes a bit longer. There must be certain criteria present before one is willing to relinquish their serenity. For those who fly off the handle rather quickly, there is a simple one word question they can ask before ... Views: 1380
How are your interactions with others? Have you ever thought about how your interactions affect your spiritual path? What types of interactions do you usually have with others?
It is interesting that as focused as we can be in the outer world in this human existence; that we also often ... Views: 1018
In this moment, I am writing from a deep humble, grateful and peaceful space within me. As I just told a dear friend of mine: “It never stops to amaze me the way in which God brings you the exact message you need when you are opened and receptive to hear it”. Let me explain…
I am going ... Views: 1092
In my opinion, there are some addictions that are harder to deal with then others. Don't get me wrong, every addiction is extremely difficult to stop. But some addictions can be praised by society as a whole.
One that comes readily to mind is a workaholic. Management praises a great worker. ... Views: 1653
A simple phrase, but sometimes it is very hard to maintain. Peace is a state of mind, of simply being. Somedays it is hard to reach that harmony with mind, body and spirit to simply be at peace. Think about it for a moment. For the mind not to worry or be stressed, the soul to be in ... Views: 1272
This video blog post (http://mike-robbins.com/take-care-of-your-animal/) is inspired by an interview with Elizabeth Gilbert and my friend Jonathan Fields on his podcast, The Good Life Project. Elizabeth talks about the importance of taking care of her “animal” (aka her physical body) so that ... Views: 1252
Have you ever let music transport you to a different space? Have you ever had music unlock your own inner muse? Have you ever experienced visions or connected to your true self while listening to music?
I know for myself, I can think of many journeys that I have taken while meditating to ... Views: 1038
Our Authentic Self
By Kathi Rancourt
"The journey of consciousness, of mysticism, is to come to know yourself and your own motivations." ~ Caroline Myss
For many of us, Life is about striving to become our True and Authentic Selves. It's about being able to laugh at our mistakes, because ... Views: 1079
Have you ever come to a point where you feel like everything you learned wasn’t true? Have you wondered about all that “well-intentioned” guidance along the way? Have you ever came to a point where you wondered who you really were?
It seems to often happen a bit later in life; maybe the ... Views: 1466
. It is very common among most people to resist joy and love.
Why is it so?
Most people have an unconscious resistance against giving. They think that they have to receive first to get something in return. But this is the wrong way round. You will first receive after you have given.
Many ... Views: 1252
If you are new to mindfulness practice, congratulations on finding one of the most powerful practices for a better life! I know this because I began mindfulness practice and study over 20 years ago and have worked with 100s of clients to change their lives through mindfulness practice, and all ... Views: 1340
Long ago, we created verbal language, as a way to communicate more efficiently, to verbalize our thoughts, identify objects, phenomenons, and share knowledge throughout Time and even space. I believe the intention was pure although nowadays language is not error free nor objective enough to ... Views: 679
Knowledge is something truly extraordinary. We know because we feel, but until we find the correct words, we cannot explain it.
The Universe communicates through sensations, through extra physical senses, or is it not its essence, the true meaning of Life, to Feel. The universe cannot ... Views: 651
How do you deal with the times where things feel hopeless? Have you experienced a period in life where it felt like you would never get out of it? Have you spent time in a space full of confusion and disorientation?
If you have answered yes, to any of these questions, then you have had a ... Views: 993
There have been many adjectives used to describe the region we call the Middle East. One such description given by David Keyes, the executive director of Advancing Human Rights, a non-profit organization promoting human rights around the world, was the ‘Kingdom of hate’.
Harsh perhaps, but be ... Views: 1189
After an important social event, a public talk, an interaction with a boss or presentation in front of work colleagues, have you noticed an inner voice popping up…..analyzing (i.e., critiquing)…. how you did? Well, you have met your inner critic.
The inner critic is similar to a woodpecker ... Views: 957
Is Telekinesis exists? Is it really possible for everyone to move things just using his/her mind without any physical touch? These are the questions asked by many people who have or have not any idea about mind over matter.
Well, there are many experiments done by research institutes all ... Views: 1773
Have you had times that your anger got the best of you? Have you found yourself reacting in a rage that perhaps you didn’t even know where it came from? Have you experienced others that have a hard time communicating without anger or rage?
This is a big one for many, as anger is often one ... Views: 1194