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Some spiritual principles are best appreciated in retrospect. This is especially true in recognizing that your Higher Self always has your greater good in mind. In our book "The New Perspective: Ten Tools for Self-Transformation" (published by Trafford Publishing) Tool Number Three states that ... Views: 2869
Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Motivation
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(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, ... Views: 1652
Recently I was asked to describe the best years of my life. Being a widow of 4 years and mother, there are many different times I considered to be the best years of my life. When I was younger, I remember summers going on seemingly forever. What wonderful times, playing tag or touch football ... Views: 1038
If you live in or near any big city today I am sure you’ve heard the expression "It's a bad ozone day". It’s usually announced by a News Reporter along with the smog alert when the outdoor pollution levels reach an unhealthy level. It makes good press and everybody loves the idea that we know ... Views: 2598
Counting as fast as you can, at ten counts per second, for twenty-four hours a day and for twelve months, would only get you to less than one third of a billion. A billion is a big number.
The universe is estimated to be about 16 billion years old. Carbon dating pegs the earth at about 4.5 ... Views: 1087
The word romance is associated with the notion of being vulnerable in men's minds. They are conditioned to perceive being romantic as being feminine or being a wimp. Even the meaning of the word romance is confusing to men in general.
I took upon myself the task of asking the men whom I ... Views: 1698
The universe (life) is designed a lot differently than people believe or understand and it works in a particular way. Most of us, unfortunately, have it backwards. The Truth is quite simple, it's right, and it's not all that hard to understand.
Truth #1: The goal of life is happiness
Happiness. ... Views: 1064
This sounds like a Yogi Berra truism, but the fact is; nothing really matters at all. Everything we do, our dreams, our aspirations - they all mean absolutely nothing. The expanse of the universe, the inconceivable endlessness of eternity, the indifference of a myriad of generations to come, all ... Views: 2096
WE ALL HAVE GONNE TROUGH THE SAME (PROCESS) OR EXPERIENCES. WE COME INTO THE WORLD, OUT OF OUR MOTHER'S WOOMB...OUR EYES OPEN TO THE WORLD AROUND US AND OUR MECHANICAL EXPERIENCE BEGGINS. ( PROGRAMING), STARTS. OUR EYES BEGGIN TO CAPTURE COLOR (SIGHT). OUR EARS, SOUND. OUR HANDS AND BODY, ... Views: 2069
“At one time I waded through the river and at one time crossed the mountain. You may think that that mountain and that river are things of the past, that I have left them behind and am now living in this palatial building – they are as separate from me as heaven is from earth.
“However, the ... Views: 1226
Sangham is a Sanskrit term for a community of devotees, who gather to chant, have scriptural discourses, recite texts, and meditate. This support system is vital during all stages of sadhana, spiritual disciplines. However, the unfortunate reality is satsang--associating with God-inspired ... Views: 1699
Lack of adequate guidance
Lack of resolve or faith
Lack of confidence
Lack of courage
Distractions
Laziness
Anger
Lack of adequate guidance: According to the Buddha, who is arguably the quintessential expert on enlightenment, in order to become enlightened we must understand how to practice, ... Views: 771
"Live your beliefs and you can turn the world around." –Henry David Thoreau-
Imagine over 100 years ago this was a personal belief of Henry David Thoreau, and now today in our enlightenment many of us are just becoming aware of this truth that he knew then. A true great master in perfect form ... Views: 708
Ask anyone that's enjoying good luck and engaged in a full, rewarding life how they are doing, and they will more than likely reply that they are having a ball! Their glass is not only half-full, it is overflowing! Then, when I clumsily come along and say that the Buddha proclaimed that we must ... Views: 781
Have you noticed that more and more people are going through red lights in their rush to compete in this frantic world, and that no cops are there to stop them. We have only a token representation of police to give the impression that we are being protected. It’s an illusion.
Many cheat on ... Views: 780
Category (key words): religion, religions, Judaism, Jews,
religious tolerance, faith, beliefs, spirituality,
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Articles by Craig Lock are available at: ... Views: 1409
I would like to share a little about my views on the nature of enlightenment. Let me offer an alternative perspective on this subject as well as welcome any suggestions, opinions and questions. If you consider a possibility that all you know about your life is based on the memories containing ... Views: 1173
When buying any product – especially high priced products – it is very important for the consumer to do their homework before forking over their hard-earned dollars. There is a feature of mattresses that every manufacturer promotes that is not for the benefit of the consumer but is a great ... Views: 5299
I always love when the New Year comes, it means changes. New numbers, new life. We can begin again and look forward to a new energy.
2007 added up to a 9. Number 9 is the "End of a cycle, the beginning of a new cycle." According to Jin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ), (an ancient form of Japanese ... Views: 1025
The Christ child is born in Bethlehem, in a sparse stable in the straw. The three wise men come to honor Him – following a star prophesizing the coming of a great teacher. As one bows down to enter the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, the invisible choir still sings the praises of that ... Views: 1006
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Sharing some more Thoughts/Writings on Peace (Part Two)
To continue (on from Part One)...
I believe to effect change, we ordinary people, have to raise the bar of what we will and will not tolerate - by our leaders and authorities. At a local level, a national level and at international ... Views: 744
The Ultimate Intelligence - Spiritual
The Holistic Community is built around the belief in the trinity of mind, emotions and spirit being the foundation for a wholesome life. And now scholars agree. In the earlier part of the twentieth century the term IQ, (Intelligent Quotient) became the ... Views: 2503
It is true that we are all looking through our Aura at the world around us. The world shows up as a reflection of our personal emanations. We tend to be most sensitive to this at the junction point between waking and sleeping.
As we go to bed at night it can be like going into a kind of ... Views: 4022
Balancing Your Energy Bank Account
Have you balanced your Energy bank account lately? Did you even realize you had one? Since life itself is energy, each one of us has an Energy Bank Account! All of life is about investing and receiving Energy. And just as you can become more financially ... Views: 1726
We are a society of hero worshipers. But we have had a dearth of heroes in recent years. Most of our leaders, superstar athletes, movie starts, CEO’s, presidents and senators have left us disappointed, frustrated, and disillusioned. These days, we have to look beyond the glitz of Hollywood, the ... Views: 1061
11/14/08
Hello again from Chris Alley. Today’s subject is good verses bad decisions. As you know, I always start with posing a question. Today I ask, do you choose good or bad decisions? On first thought it may come to mind that you make good decisions. What if your “good decisions” are ... Views: 2058
Anger is energy, an emotion, and it is part of the experience of life. Anger can become your greatest enemy toward developing good health and well being or it can become your greatest ally toward healing and finding personal peace. It all hinges upon how you relate to your emotions. Before we ... Views: 9870
11/8/07
Hello,
Today I am going to talk about the truth. There are many forms of truth. Many forms of truth come to mind when the word of truth is spoken. What I have on my mind today is being truthful to myself. When I think if I am being true to my self, I ask these questions. Am I ... Views: 1958
I am Buddhist, and while practicing meditation, I detected thoughts blossoming, one after the other, in a corner of my mind. Each one initially appeared as a single frame but quickly developed into a storyline, a dramatic movie. It might begin with a picture of myself sitting cross-legged and ... Views: 929
Angels
What are Angels and what is their purpose?
Before December 2000, if I had been asked that question, the answer would have been from a store of knowledge from my mind – pictures of human forms with wings, stories from the bible of Angelic visitations. But now I know the answer and the ... Views: 1394
Along one’s life journey, there will definitely have ups and downs. There will be storms and difficult times. Have you wonder why is this so?
Basically, there are 5 reasons, which are:
1. To develop your character. When you are facing the most challenging time in your life, it is usually the ... Views: 16182
"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."
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THE MEANING OF LIFE ... AND CHOOSING ONE'S PATH IN LIFE
"When you can do the common things in life in an uncommon way,
you will command tthe attention of the world."
- George Washington Carver ... Views: 841
One of the most misunderstood and misused words in our culture is Enlightenment. Often, it conjures up images of bearded men in saffron robes sitting in lotus position in some secluded temple or cave. For the average person, enlightenment seems to be something out of reach and an impractical ... Views: 898
Who kidnapped Christmas last year? I say pay the ransom and bring Christmas back and extend the holiday! Participating in the 12 holy days does just that.
“The story of the Sun God and the story of the son of God are one and the same.”
Lyman E. Stowe
According to the book "Mystery of the ... Views: 980
Our foundations are shaking up, are moving to upheaval, as old patterns must die. Emotions buried in our body temples are being brought to the surface for cleansing. As we observe our thoughts and feelings, clarity will be sharpened as everyone must face the divine Spirit within.
Some ... Views: 1360
If I Am Wise ...
As I speak words to help another, if I am wise, I will listen very closely to what I have to say.. for I am saying what I, myself, need to hear.
As I tell another what to do, if I am wise, I will listen very closely to the action I tell them to take ... for it is the action ... Views: 1048
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Enlightenment. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Enlightenment is Suzanna Kennedy. Enlightenment relates to the act of acquiring new wisdom or understanding which enables clarity of perception, either spiritually or secularly.
How ... Views: 940
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Enlightenment. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Enlightenment is Suzanna Kennedy. Enlightenment relates to the act of acquiring new wisdom or understanding which enables clarity of perception, either spiritually or ... Views: 1040
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Enlightenment. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Enlightenment is Suzanna Kennedy. Enlightenment relates to the act of acquiring new wisdom or understanding which enables clarity of perception, either spiritually or ... Views: 1912
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Enlightenment. The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Enlightenment is Suzanna Kennedy. Enlightenment relates to the act of acquiring new wisdom or understanding which enables clarity of perception, either spiritually or ... Views: 2085
Many neurologists, philosophers, and everyday people propose that we each have a self. There has been rich and raucous debate across centuries and cultures about what that is. After 15 years' study I propose there are two types of self which regulate your personality and behaviors every day.
If ... Views: 6366
This step is important, as it is one that will mold and shape the way you think about the things that are going on in this world. Your soul is a different "animal" than most of you are thinking. The soul has an agenda that is quite different from what the rest of you are about!
It is my belief ... Views: 5531
Peace is a state of harmony, the absence of hostility. This term is applied to describe a cessation of violent international conflict; in this international context, peace is the opposite of war. Peace can also describe a relationship between any parties characterized by respect, justice, and ... Views: 13609
Ascension is about humans clearing, healing and evolving our energies into a higher form...ascending to a higher vibrational level. The Angels, Light Beings and the Ascended Masters are flooding this plane with guidance, wisdom, information, and techniques. It is up to each one of us to embrace ... Views: 8269
It is said that a child is closest to God. What does this mean?
I think it means that a child is more cognizant of his connection to Native State. I have also noticed that as I grow older, I seem to get wiser and feel a much greater sense of who I am. These ideas can be illustrated with a ... Views: 1257
Awakening is an often used word, and it has many meanings including what we do every morning after we have slept. When we awaken in the morning we do so without effort—it just happens. We awaken because of noise, or simply because we have slept long enough. This is a wonderful metaphor for ... Views: 1524
What do we have inside of us that becomes the greatest gift? It is the love of our Creator, the Divine Presence that lives within our heart.
This World offers many temptations that others judge us for. These inner feelings, these moments of love and compassion can change our planet.
What ... Views: 1148
In the light means living with love. Light is defined as that which makes things visible, that which affords illumination. All colors depend on light. Without light we would not have the sublime variations of color on our beautiful mother earth.
In our world of duality, we are given both the ... Views: 1099