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- Maps to Manage your Mind Chatter Part 1 - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Terry DeMeoWe’re a lot like baby otters, us humans. We’re not born knowing how to do everything we need to thrive. Part of thriving requires us to understand and manage the incessant, often self-destructive conversation inside our heads. Virtually all of us do it. Welcome to the human race! That ...
Views: 843 - 5 Things to Take When You “Visit” With God - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Veronica DrakeHaving been at a place in my life where I no longer wanted to live I became intimate with God very quickly. I even challenged Him/Her/It. I was not looking for forgiveness, or mercy I was looking for someone to take over and “do” life for me. I had enough. Constant struggles, endless ...
Views: 1102(1 vote) - Dhamma in the family - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Michael KewleyMany, many years ago I knelt in front of my teacher and complained about my father, his attitude to me and his complete lack of understanding with my interest in Buddhism. He had recently said some things that had hurt me very much and even angered me. I needed to share that pain and find some ...
Views: 1000 - Understanding How To Relax - by Submitted on May 14, 2011 from Adam BenedettoUnderstanding the best way to relax is something that is very personal. It of course has a lot to do with what is bothering you and what is going on in your life. We tend to hold onto the stress, the worry, and the tension in our lives which causes us to lose a relaxed state of being. ...
Views: 768(2 votes) - How to Be Happy - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Sarah Lambert“Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold; the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul.” – Democritus I once met a woman who had a little dog. The dog was very sweet and quiet, and wore a yellow uniform that said “Therapy Dog” in block letters. I was impressed by it’s patience, ...
Views: 1147 - How to Be Happy - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Sarah Lambert“Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold; the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul.” – Democritus I once met a woman who had a little dog. The dog was very sweet and quiet, and wore a yellow uniform that said “Therapy Dog” in block letters. I was impressed by it’s patience, ...
Views: 1122 - You are the creator of your life - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Angela Schulz-Henke“You are the storyteller of your own life, and you can create the legend or not.” ~Isabel Allende Can you meanwhile understand that you are the one who writes the script for your life? In order to write the best script for your life, you need to know your purpose of life. Have a look what ...
Views: 1229 - Bliss Equals Joy - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Anita JeffersonI just found two websites, serendipitously, while researching inner happiness for an article I am writing, and just had to share them with you: http://www.oneletterwords.com/bliss http://www.blissology.com Go to these websites and use the interactive compass tool to rate your level of ...
Views: 1477 - MATERIALISM TUMBLES - by Submitted on May 11, 2011 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaWhen poison is worshiped as though it is nectar and when everyone yearns to attain it, transformation becomes very difficult. When loss is thought to be beneficial and since it becomes difficult to deeply understand benefit and is instead looked upon as a loss then to correct erroneous ...
Views: 759 - Getting Rid of our 'Anger, Attachment & Aversion' - The Inner Enemies which Halt our Happiness - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Rick BognarAs I get feedback from my Meditation Students, I understand more how each individual 'works' and that a step-by-step procedure that is a bit cookie-cutter like but has room for flexibility seems to be the most effective to get rid or at least reduce the 3 A's. These are Anger, Attachment & ...
Views: 1792 - The Transition Times: Is This Energy Mine? - by Submitted on May 13, 2011 from Sarah BiermannWhat is happening on our planet? So many people are having the experience of swinging from feeling like things are going well and they are really on their path, to having all the old stuff come up again. It can be frustrating and dis-heartening. Why are we having all these energetic swings? ...
Views: 968 - The Road to Wholeness - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Micaela BellopedeHaving been born in the 60s, I grew up during the time when women were rebelling against their traditional roles.They went to work, got divorced, called for equality and marched for the ERA. With deep gratitude, I celebrate all of those women who forged the path before me, who brought me to ...
Views: 1374 - Living Without Stress - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Adam BenedettoStress is a learned behavior; it is holding onto something that bothers us, affects us, and imbalances us. We choose, in a way, to accept it and prolong it by holding onto it. Stress was once a factor in our lives when we related it to fear, a response brought on by stimuli and a need to ...
Views: 901 - I Am Home - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTWhen I arrived home from work the other day, I sighed to myself, “I am home” as I closed the front door and began taking off my work boots. Then the significance of those words hit me like a powerful mantra; I Am Home! Stop for a moment to consider the deeper levels of interpretation this ...
Views: 1406 - Spiritual Awakening: A Path To Who You Really Are - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Belinda DalyThe fundamental question is – who you really are? This question is repeatedly asked by those who want a new way of life. You may be a bus driver, a fireman, a rich man, a poor man, etc. that is your occupation but not who you really are. It is not your essence; the celestial you. The question ...
Views: 704 - Dealing With Hard Moments - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Adam BenedettoHow do you relate to the moment you are in when you feel like you are struggling or having a hard time? First, one must look at the reality of what is happening and where you are. It is very important not to confuse the present moment with moments from the past or worry about the future, ...
Views: 839 - Why Meditate? Compelling Benefits and Miracles of Meditation - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Michael WestbrookWhy meditate? Despite the profound knowledge of meditation benefits that has only increased over hundreds of years, thousands of skeptics remain worldwide – still asking: Why should I meditate? The honest truth is: There are true miracles that occur in life as a result of meditation that ...
Views: 5777(1 vote) - Stretch Rules of Happiness - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Ron BroussardHere are some rules that I live by. I call them my Stretch Rules if you will. No matter what happens in my life, I don’t let anything violate my core essence which is based upon these rules. That is what Stretch Yourself is all about. Asking yourself a simple honest question, “What do you ...
Views: 1263 - Yoga as a Technique for Altered Consciousness - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Walker SharpeYoga is an ancient and quite popular form of meditation, although in the West many people see it as more of a fitness activity or exercise. In its own right, practicing Yoga for the mere sake of health benefits is a wonderful and beneficial activity. However, what many people do not realize is ...
Views: 1148 - Living Without Fear - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Adam BenedettoFear is something we all have at one level or another. Why is it there, what good does it do us? It used to be important as a tool to warn us of danger, to keep us on our toes, and to be more aware. Now, we live in a time where this is almost uncalled for. We go through life aware enough to ...
Views: 823 - Finding Peace Within - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Adam BenedettoLearning how to live peacefully is about no longer viewing life as a struggle and no longer feeling that you need to be in control or manage anything around you. Finding peace is about acceptance of everything, of not only yourself, but about accepting your place in life. This doesn’t mean in ...
Views: 923 - You Are Always in God's Neighborhood - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Jim FargianoWherever you walk, you are walking in the footsteps of a Higher Power. It is only when you try to run from them that you will find yourself struggling. You must ask yourself whether or not striding in the comfort and peace of angels is better or worse than going through life feeling like you can ...
Views: 1082 - Unconditional love - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Bernard MisellSo much has been written about emotions of love, love is a word used in many contexts and very often has been downgraded to simply a verb, that really means “I like”. So how can we define unconditional love when so often love has so little meaning. Many believe that to truly experience the ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Living in the Shadow of the Past and the Power of Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Jane AbramowitzLiving in the Shadow of the Past and the Power of Forgiveness Like your shadow on the sidewalk when the sun shines behind you,holding onto painful past memories darkens each forward step which could instead be filled with light. The above statement may seem obvious, and simple, but it is ...
Views: 4370 - Being worthy - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Michael KewleyThe one who loves the dhamma lives happily, with his mind at ease. Dhammapada verse :79 At 10.32 on the 10th May 1987, I became a monk, with the name Paññadipa, meaning Island of Wisdom. This, as my teacher told me, was reference to the fact that I come from an island, not because I was ...
Views: 947 - There May Be Times in Your Life When You Feel Completely Spent of All Energy - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Jim FargianoWhile this is mostly coming from the standpoint of being physically tired, the nourishment that you need to give your soul's energy may also be compromised. In a world that is fast paced and people are looking for instant gratification, the purpose of your existence is lost. The fact that each ...
Views: 992(1 vote) - Peace, Love and Transformation, two bucks! - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Paul HoodEvery day of the week, in cities, towns and rural areas, across the U.S. and many foreign countries, in church basements, storefronts, member-owned clubs and living rooms, even some large auditoriums, people from all walks of life gather in pockets of peace, serenity, mutual support, ...
Views: 1417(1 vote) - ***The Seven Keys to Releasing Fear and Worry - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David StoneFear is the big freezer in this world! It keeps people from living the lives of their dreams, from shining their light, performing at their peak and, ultimately, it keeps them from realizing God! It is not possible to live in fear and at the same time realize God. As a matter of fact, every ...
Views: 7129(6 votes) - The Benefits of Spiritual Awakening - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Belinda DalyApart from the self-realization you get from having a spiritual awakening, there are other benefits that you can get out of experience. Personality awakening and self-transformation leads to a well-adjusted existence. Ultimately, the same stable life will lead you to a blissful and content life. ...
Views: 6708 - Learning to Love Ourselves, some techniques! - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Katelon JeffereysI've been thinking a lot lately about love...loving myself, loving others, loving the world, loving what IS right now...on and on. I've been out of a relationship a long time, healing myself so that I could finally have a healthy, supportive relationship, SO that I could finally BE that healthy ...
Views: 1208 - Accept Yourself and You Heal Your Soul - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Nadia KhalilHealing your soul, is truly in your hands. in your hearts language, in it's fight to keep you whole. Healing begins by telling yourself, that you care about you. That you want to be prudent to your soul. That you want to be your best. Sometimes, when you don't feel you are your best just ...
Views: 904(1 vote) - While Moving on a Spiritual Path, Many Things Will Arise - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Jim FargianoWhen you are moving on a spiritual path many different things will arise. Ignorant people will chide you, while others may try to dismiss the freedom of living in a belief that God is the focal point, regardless of any individual religious viewpoints. People are often fearful of what they are ...
Views: 939 - The Gifts of Forgiveness - by Submitted on May 04, 2011 from Kristin WhitelawThe Gifts of Forgiveness Forgiveness can be one of the most difficult and complicated concepts we deal with in our lives. It is not that we aren't loving and compassionate people who desire to be thoughtful and forgiving, it is simply that the perspectives about forgiveness have been so ...
Views: 1050 - How To Be Centered and Balanced In Life - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Adam BenedettoSo you try to do all the right things in life; you try to be present and engaged, relating to the moment, seeking truth, and yet you still feel lost and drawn away from reality. How do you stay centered even when you try? There can be many things that unbalance us and keep us from staying ...
Views: 968(1 vote) - Radical Self Forgiveness - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Michelle Lee, CHRadical Self Forgiveness As you know I’ve been writing and speaking about the Divine Feminine a lot lately. I always make a point to explain that this is a Feminine that we haven’t known before. It’s the Powerful Feminine. I’m not talking about women owning their power through masculine ...
Views: 1758 - Feeling lonely? Spiritually do this! - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Rev. Dr. Karema Mcghee BrightSomewhere someone is feeling empty and or lonely. The thought of feeling empty is not only a scary thought but when I think about what feeling empty feels like it can be a bit overwhelming. It is most often that when people feel a sense of emptiness or loneliness’ they get a sense of pause, ...
Views: 3042 - Finding Pleasure In Unpleasant Circumstances - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Rev. Dr. Karema Mcghee BrightWe are always looking for, seeking, and anticipating feeling good. We love to feel good because it feels good. That’s a no-brainer for sure. We cannot be without the feel-good factor. Some of us go to drugs to feel good. Some of us use anti-depressants to feel good again or even to hold on ...
Views: 1774(1 vote) - Activating Our Right Brain -- A Portal to a Peaceful Paradise - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Janbreathe@aol.com Janbreathe@aol.comAre you in your 'right' mind, in a spacious place, tasting life anew in the Now? Or are you in your left mind, stuck out in left field, munching on rehashed leftovers? That's what our left brain does -- it recycles mind chatter and generates a wall of words that separates us from the peace and ...
Views: 3321(1 vote) - World Earth Day - Law of Attraction Lessons For Women at 40, 45, 50 & More Who Want To Have A Baby - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Deirdre MorrisCelebrating Mother Earth I decided that World Earth Day was the perfect moment to birth my new blog which aims to support women over 40, over 45, over 50, over 55 to have a baby. Indeed there, is no upper age limit as far as I am concerned. And Earth Day helps me in some ways articulate ...
Views: 1114 - Stuck In A Rut - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Sneha RamjiDo you ever wake up and feel like your life is like groundhog day? That everything you do is routine and the pleasure has been sucked out of life. There’s responsibilities, mouths to feed, people to look after, spontaneity has long gone out of your life. Do you long for those days when you ...
Views: 948 - Chasing the peaceful mind - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Michael KewleyMeditating earnestly, the wise realise Nibbana, the highest happiness. Dhammapada Verse : 23 During one of our annual retreats at the International Meditation Centre, Budh Gaya, India some years ago, a young man from Holland came to me and said, ‘everytime I begin my meditation I hear ...
Views: 1022 - How Do You Find Strength In the Bible? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Josh WileyHow Do You Find Strength In the Bible? The word of God as a source of strength is known by many Christians but sometimes it is hard to know how to find strength in it. Are you at a low point in your life with pain, hurts, or depression? In these times, the strength from God’s word is needed ...
Views: 2238 - The Treasures of Adversity - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Laurie PappasThe Treasures of Adversity You and I have been witnessing one of the most challenging periods that our country and our world has known in our life time. I’m sure this is nothing new to you. We’ve been reading and hearing about the present financial crisis, the tsunami fallout in Japan, ...
Views: 977(1 vote) - HAVE TANGIBLE PROOF AND MODERN SCIENCE TRULY MADE US HAPPY? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaWith changing times modern science with its logic convinces laymen about its benefits hence in its place why accept austerities, self control, spirituality etc which from the standpoint of spirituality, theism and righteousness maybe praiseworthy yet when tested for immediate benefits they fail ...
Views: 917 - Why Is Metaphor Always In The News Recently? - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Jeremiah ReyesLife is war. What does this metaphor remind you of? Do certain pictures come to your mind? Does it let you feel certain emotions? Is it an encouraging or discouraging metaphor? It seems that metaphors are not just about words but also concern the way we experience the world, and the way we ...
Views: 1550 - How I healed my broken life - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Veronica DrakeI was constantly complaining something feels “off”? I found myself over spending, over eating, over everythinging just to hide from the pain of my life.. my broken out of control life. I believe we create the “mess” that is our life by burying our heads and ignoring the warning signs that ...
Views: 1409(1 vote) - Accepting and Becoming Yourself - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen we go through life sometimes we create an idea of ourselves, one which may not correlate to who we truly are, but only fits with what we think we are. There can be an imbalance between the two, that one outweighs the other. How do you find yourself when you have created layers of ...
Views: 648 - Narrow YOUR Focus, Increase YOUR Impact - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Margaret MeloniI do not know about you, but every once in a while when I think about all of the different causes I could join I start feeling overwhelmed. We have so much to do for our planet, our creatures and our people. Where do I start? Where do I place my focus? How can I make a difference? Then I ...
Views: 1906 - Feel privileged if gloom and sorrow has descended in your life - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2011 from Swami AaronFeel privileged if gloom and sorrow has descended in your life You had been living a very good happy life, you had a good business or job, your children had been going to good schools. Your wife was quite happy, passing her time by watching daily soaps, or by extravagant shopping, she had all ...
Views: 933 - Forgiveness Means Letting Go of the Past - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi Fine“Forgiveness is the fragrance that the violet sheds on the heel that has crushed it.” ~ Mark Twain We are all likely to be wronged by others more than a few times in the course of our lifetime. Living in this imperfect world we will surely find ourselves faced with the dilemma of ...
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