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- Illuminatius: Spiritually Enlightening Empowerment (Are You Ready?) - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2016 from Stephanie AdamsThe Name Illuminatius is a portmanteau of "illuminati" and "us". The dream of a new world is no mystery. An enlightened era of love, peace, and happiness can be a reality through proper knowledge, communication, and successful determination. The magic of who we are and what we will become is ...
Views: 1571 - Beyond The Physical World - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2013 from Vinod AnandBeyond The Physical World (Vinod Anand) We are part of manifest creation that has the inherent tendency of movement. The movement is either upward or downward, whether in the spiritual, commercial or emotional worlds. Relationships play a significant role in all of this. Nothing is ever ...
Views: 1570 - Queen of Death - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from Devaa Haley MitchellI had a very powerful experience this week. I was flying home from Maria Shriver’s Women’s Conference, and the woman next to me was in tears. She had just received news that her 28-year old nephew had been found dead in his bed that morning. It did not appear to be suicide. They had no idea what ...
Views: 1569 - Creating Change: Step 3 - Identify your inner obstacles to change - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Tomar LevineI’m sure you aware of some things you want to change in your life, that your heart longs for. It is likely that these longings have been with you for quite a while, but you have not been able to achieve them – yet. Now is the time to find out what has been stopping you, so that you can ...
Views: 1567(5 votes) - What Is Personal Development - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Avdhesh TondakPersonal development, self growth, self improvement, self help or whatever you may like to call it-it refers to something of a higher plane. I like calling it personal development. In this article we’ll find out what actually personal development is? The so called life skills and personal ...
Views: 1567 - Rising above the clouds - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Juliette NibbsCircumstances changes people -- for the Better. Growths are developing basic qualities like intelligence personality and expand skill, effort, strategies and persistence — it makes them more challenging. They teaches how to love hard things, persist, and master them at any given point. They ...
Views: 1566(1 vote) - Make a Difference Day? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2011 from Jane SaylorDon’t get me wrong, Make a Difference Day is an incredible opportunity for people to consciously do great things, but really? A DAY? How about we shoot for creating a Make a Difference LIFE? Every one of us! Imagine what we could accomplish. Each morning you have the opportunity to make a ...
Views: 1565(4 votes) - Fatherhood and Lineage - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2010 from Matthew JamesRecently, my wife and I went on vacation, and I had to explain to my nine year-old son why it was just the two of us going. I explained that mom and I needed time for just the two of us, just like he and I spend father and son time. Each year, I take Ethan to the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival ...
Views: 1563(2 votes) - Observations on the Road to Spiritual Freedom and Ultimate Success - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2017 from Mercedes Oestermann van EssenFinding your true purpose is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. It will bring you freedom, happiness and dissolve your fears of the unknown. Unfortunately, too many of us spend a lifetime never finding the elusive holy grail. Once you get the real truth about your ...
Views: 1562(2 votes) - Finding Your Spiritual Purpose - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Suzanne E. Harrill, M. Ed., LPCYour life has many purposes. Many are fulfilled in your day-to-day life and you do not think of them as purposes. Yet you could say meaning and purpose motivated each choice, each experience, and each role you have played that taught you lessons about yourself, your relationships, people, ...
Views: 1559 - How much time do we have? - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2020 from Economicsmad SHave you ever asked (yourself) or thought about, how much time do we have? This is not in the sense of your day to day activity or for your examination or to prepare yourself for an interview or to catch your transportation. This is in the literal sense of life. In this fast world we forget what ...
Views: 1559(1 vote) - Are you stuck? - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2014 from Krysti TurznikMany times in life you can get stuck in a way of thinking that is no longer serving your purpose or your goals. You no longer receive any positive benefits from your efforts, yet you continue to utilize these same tired methods to achieve your goals and create the kind of life you seek. ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - Your True Self ~ Reconnect with Earth and Renew Life Meaning and Purpose - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Dr. Mary Beth FordIn today’s noisy and hi-tech world we have lost a sense of intimacy with the natural world and with ourselves. We have lost the ability to live in mutually enhancing ways with Earth. And the problem of addiction to technology is growing, especially among the young. By reconnecting with ...
Views: 1558(2 votes) - What Your Guru is Not Telling You About Karma - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2012 from Scott & Stephen PetulloWe define karma as everything you say, do, or intend coming back to you in equal measure, mostly from past lives. What you do now will likely come back to you in a future life, not in your immediate future. Everyone has endured a negative experience relating to career, relationships, family, ...
Views: 1552 - Finding Your Life Path - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Danielle DaoustSome people come upon their life path quite early in life, or at least they happen upon it, but for others it isn't so easy... Like many of us, I was a "victim" of circumstances. I had my first spinal fusion while I was in Grade 12 and that pretty much changed the course of my life... instead ...
Views: 1549 - How to Figure Out Your Life Purpose in 10 Minutes - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Jason DemakisHow does one discover their true purpose in life? How do you know that you even have a purpose? How do you know you’re not just BS-ing yourself? Of course you have a purpose. You’ve just been conditioned to ignore the internal screaming occurring within yourself, and then label that as ...
Views: 1546(3 votes) - How Life At Work Book Led Me to Career Success - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Andre MilteerLife At Work isn't a how-to bible...nor is it a recipe for a magic blue pill to make our work life fulfilling. Rather, the book provides insight. Reminiscent of its title, Life At Work, the book reflects upon our association and relationship with our jobs, careers, and work. All in all, we ...
Views: 1545 - 4 Effective Strategies for Finding Your Life's Purpose - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Kay FontanaHave you ever asked yourself, “What is my purpose in life?” Sometimes it takes years to figure out. I was on that road to finding my purpose for a long time before I stumbled upon it a few years ago. It had been staring me in the face the majority of my life, but I just didn’t recognize ...
Views: 1543(2 votes) - Creating your legacy - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2012 from Sandra DawesI was doing a workshop at a youth shelter I volunteer at and the topic for the day was Values. One of the exercises was borrowed from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: write your obituary. The purpose of this exercise is to give you an opportunity to think about how you want to be ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - Global Destruction - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2016 from Ascendance ProjectHere's the link to the deep photo this article was based on http://40.media.tumblr.com/ea448c93cdf63e647f3ea0ee5bcc638e/tumblr_nw93zdCVEp1uio95ao3_1280.jpg Now, let's begin with the article ;) The world just keeps getting crazier as time goes on. I wonder why? I see a lot of ...
Views: 1542 - How to Become Spiritually Rich - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2014 from Melissa KittoHow to Become Spiritually Rich by Melissa Kitto Many people who live a spiritual life have challenges with money. You may have deep-rooted concepts about money that are holding you back. With the ups and downs in the economy this past few years, I've noticed that concepts that were ...
Views: 1541 - Accept Death, Embrace Change and Live a Purposeful Life - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from Dr. Mary Beth FordYou were an Infinite Being before you were born. You are an Infinite Being even now. You will remain an Infinite Being after you die. When you recognize the beauty of your Infinite Self, you accept the grace for living and dying well. Much of your angst about death comes from the ...
Views: 1540(2 votes) - Philosophy 101: Where Did We Come From & Where Are We Headed? Answers from Science and a Best-Seller - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: The inadequacies of evolutionary theory are contrasted with Intelligent Design. True science is compatible with the Bible as seen by Sir Isaac Newton. Origin is linked to destiny. The tragedy of most best-selling books like Roots, is that they fail to grasp a higher truth beyond ...
Views: 1540 - The Long-neglected Miracle of Existence - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2017 from Else ByskovThe Long-neglected Miracle of Existence Else Byskov Don´t we know it: we are so caught up in our everyday lives that we simply forget to see the wonder of the world and our own existence. So, let us take a guided tour of some of the most awesome wonders that we can witness every ...
Views: 1538 - October 2016 Earth Spirit Journal: A Month to Dance - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2016 from Gregory Reece-SmithWelcome to Shamanics in Portugal´s Journal. Our intention is to remind you our readers, friends and connections we are all part of a much larger, ever evolving community bringing balance between Father Sky and Mother Earth, and within ourselves. This was never more so than this month of ...
Views: 1535 - $84,600.00 to be Happy! - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2009 from Deb Scott$84,600.00 to be HAPPY! So I was listening to one of those inspirational shows, and the question was posed: “You have just been given $84.600.00 dollars to spend in 24 hours – what do you buy – what do you spend it on – do you spend it all – or leave a few dollars behind?” I really ...
Views: 1534(3 votes) - ***The Spirit and I: The Evolution of Soul - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2009 from Ben WillemsenPeople often speak about their past lives, believing that they themselves have reincarnated. In some cases, that may be true. Most of the time, however, the knowledge of previous lives to which they occasionally gain access belongs to the soul itself and not to them. After all, we don’t have a ...
Views: 1534(2 votes) - Be thirsty for knowledge my friend. 5 lessons from the propelling force of thirst - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieMake use of the propelling force of being thirsty HAVE YOU EVER BEEN THIRSTY? If you have gone all your waking hours without a drink, you will appreciate that wonderful elixir called water when you do get the chance to quench your thirst. Now take this thirst and have a thirst for ...
Views: 1533 - Find Your True Work by Finding Your Purpose - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Tomar LevineYou may be newly unemployed, laid off or retired. You may need to return to work for financial reasons. That may feel like a disaster and a dilemma, but it's also an opportunity to re-create your life in a way that is fulfilling and can be financially rewarding too. Maybe you're ready for ...
Views: 1533 - Give Up Control - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Angela Schulz-HenkeWhy is that so important? And why is it so difficult? Most of us had good role models concerning control. Parents control their children and more of them even ignore them on the other side? You might ask “What is worse?” You might even control your spouse and your co-workers. Just think ...
Views: 1532(1 vote) - Independence from Burnout - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Dr. Jane SimingtonBURNOUT can be described as an erosion of the soul, a feeling that regardless of what a person does, they cannot make a difference in their workplace. Burnout is often accompanied by feelings of hopelessness, a loss of motivation, and a sense of mismatch between what is being required and what ...
Views: 1530(2 votes) - Book Review: Soul Coaching - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2007 from Debbie MolisThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Purpose of Life. The Purpose of Life is a fundamental philosophical discussion of human existence that has resulted in a wide range of competing answers and arguments, from philosophical, to theological, and spiritual explanations. ...
Views: 1528 - How To Be Happy - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Kerry LittleHow to be happy is a question lots of people ask. It's very common for us to depend upon others in order to make us happy... "if only I could have an amazing boyfriend, I would be happy", or "if only my friends were more attentive, I would be happy" or (and this is a common one!) "if I had more ...
Views: 1528(3 votes) - Just What is the Yin and Yang of Life ? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Stephen MonahanYin and Yang To understand the ancient books of Oriental philosophy such as Taoism and the Tao Te Ching one has to understand Yin and Yang. Yin and Yang is the continuous rhythm of life that continually pulsates through the universe, in the seemingly separate but in truth one ...
Views: 1528(2 votes) - The Life You're Meant to Live - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2018 from Sheryl PaulSomewhere along the road of childhood into adolescence, a belief is transmitted that says: Follow the roadmap that culture presents and you will find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. This roadmap looks like: Graduate from a 4-year university, land a corporate job then climb the ladder, ...
Views: 1528 - Mixed Messages ~ Are You Short Circuiting Your Desire with Judgments and Discouragement? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Tambra HarckThis weekend I was at a great summer party. There were at least 120 people there, great food and live music. Some guests enjoyed the pool, others danced. Me? I did a little of all that, but mostly I enjoyed meeting new people. Passion for Creative Expression One woman I met was really ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Would You Choose Pain Over Non-Existence? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI searched this on google- The pain that is existence...and I found an interesting ongoing discussion on a Physics forum addressing this question: Would You Choose Pain Over Non-Existence? Those guys on that Physics forum seemed to be very smart and dug deep into the meat of the question. ...
Views: 1526(2 votes) - Choosing to Wake Up - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2012 from Jodi ChapmanOne day I woke up. On this day, I realized that I had been asleep for a very long time – years, actually. Somewhere in my late teens, I decided that life was too scary and difficult to handle, and so I flipped my life switch to auto pilot and crawled back into bed. Every once in awhile, I ...
Views: 1525 - Your Journey Back Home - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from Valencia ClayQuote: “To walk your path, you must walk it alone. It is the home you own and where you belong." We travel on this journey called life with high hopes of making good choices. We must be willing to change the course of our paths at any time to find our true life’s purpose. Do not take your ...
Views: 1524(5 votes) - Spotlight of Light - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Meg BenedicteAs the Holiday Season draws us into the well-wishing, gift giving and a warm sense of cheer, we also are experiencing a tremendous wave of energy sweeping the planet at this particular time that cannot be ignored. Although we would much rather pay attention to all the fun parties, rich meals and ...
Views: 1523 - Are you living a life you are proud of? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Bridgette Short & Elisa Stella ~ Guiding SoulsRecently I've been thinking about my own mortality. I've wondered, if I had to review my life right now, would I be proud of the choices I made? The one thing I know for sure, is that you can start new this moment. It's never too late. Instead of waiting for that final life review, take the time ...
Views: 1519(1 vote) - Create your life with intention - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2010 from Jim Phillips“The way we view life, our perspective, determines how we respond to life. And how we respond to life determines how we experience life” What if there was a way to change your experience of life? To see life not as it appears, but as the potential it promises. What if you could fully ...
Views: 1519(2 votes) - Developing a Mystic Consciousness by Dr. Carol Batey - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Dr. Carol BateyDeveloping a Mystic Consciousness By Dr. Carol S. Batey July 2011 John 15:16 “You have not chosen me, but I have chosen you.” In this day and age, people are curious and are seeking a higher spirituality in their life. It appears they are trying to develop a deeper appreciation and ...
Views: 1518(1 vote) - Life Plan vs Business Plan - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2013 from Athena ThomasThere is so much involved in starting a business. It takes a lot of work and patience to successfully launch a business and turn a profit. However, many people underestimate the investment of time and planning that is involved way before you get your first client or before the major ...
Views: 1518 - Absolute Truth - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Holly BoydThe Bible is either 100% true or 100% fake – if is fake, can’t be true 100% of the time, and if it’s God it has to be true or He wouldn’t all knowing therefore, not God. As a Christian Professional Organizer, I can follow “new and trendy” or I can use the age old proven methods of the Bible ...
Views: 1517(2 votes) - Dreaming Castles In The Air by Ton Pascal - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Ton PascalDreaming castles in the air certainly beats doing physical construction work, but if you are serious about bringing your dreams to completion, or if you are dreaming of a positive change in your life, you must get off your rear end and roll up your sleeves ready to do some work. Daydreams are ...
Views: 1517 - *** Compassion Fatigue (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Daniel BenorOverview The recent tsunami in Asia and major earthquake in Pakistan have highlighted problems long recognized in the helping professions. Caregivers have known well the potentially draining experiences of compassion fatigue – from experiences of policemen, firefighters, paramedics and other ...
Views: 1516(1 vote) - The Marriage of Greed and Desire - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Alan MesherWhere the Marriage of Desire and Greed Begins The collaboration of desire and greed begins when we decide we want something we don’t have. By focusing intensely on what we want, we soon find that we can’t bear to live without it. What we don’t have consumes us, and our desire for what we ...
Views: 1516 - Top 9 Reasons to Reconnect With Your Higher Self - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichThere are many reasons why it is worth your while to reconnect to your higher self. The top nine (in no particular order of importance) are included here. 1. Your higher self (also known as your soul, your inner core, your essence, or your inner being) is your access point to your higher life ...
Views: 1513(1 vote) - The God Particle - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Robin RobertsScientist’s recreated the big bang in an attempt to find the God particle haven’t heard how that went but given I wasn’t sucked into any black holes I would assume all is okay. I am sure Creator is upstairs thinking he/she has tuned into the Universe’s version of extreme makeover. Lets tear her ...
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