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Today, communication is instantaneous. Like the phrase, “a shot heard around the world”, an online post is sent into the media stratosphere with the potential to surface anywhere, be read by anyone and unfortunately remain forever. You’re getting divorced. You may or may not be happy about this, ... Views: 1000
I recently visited the lively, beautiful city of Berlin. It was my first visit, and I brought with the visit what the word "Berlin" has meant to me. In my mind Berlin is a city that has lived at the center of extremes.
In the 1930's it was a pleasure capitol of hedonistic fulfillment. In the ... Views: 998
Does the very thought of cooking the impending supper raise your blood pressure? Do you have a feeling of dread? "Oh no! I've got to go to the store before closing time!" or "I would have loved to have made THAT but I am missing one ingredient!" or maybe, "No honey, I can't help you with your ... Views: 997
Article Title: Sharing some Thoughts (and Quotations) on the Power of Love to Make a Difference (through Helping Make a Shift in Global Consciousness)
Shared by: Craig Lock
Web site: http://www.savedarfur.org
Key Words: Inspiration, Love, Spirituality, Darfur, Sudan
Other Articles are ... Views: 996
Of all the things in the world that we can think of, kindness is the one that cuts through all barriers. Since Barack Obama has been running for office, people of color have begun feeling good about themselves, and white people have begun feeling good about people of color. Maybe soon, people of ... Views: 995
If I tell any modern age person to believe in the fact that by bathing in sacred river during specific dates can wash away all their sins, this information may not intrigue them.
But, the way the kumbha mela is still celebrated by Hindus and still remains the largest congregation of humanity on ... Views: 994
Article Title: The Road to Global Peace (Updated)
Key words: Inspiration, peace, global peace, Zimbabwe, South Africa
Web sites: http://www.craiglockbooks.com and
http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html
Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html
(Personal ... Views: 990
Jesus Meets Muhammad (Part Four)
“Conversations”, a “fascinating Discussion” between Jesus and Muhammad
Tags: (key words): Christianity, Islam, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad,
Web sites: http://jesusmeetsmuhammad.wordpress.com/ and www.buildbridgesofunity.wordpress.com
The ... Views: 987
We often see people running like crazy, putting all their efforts in getting into the best jobs they can, when all of their energy is inclined towards earning more and more grands. They think they will achieve their ultimate happiness once they are successful in attaining financial stability, ... Views: 985
WHAT IS THE SPIRITUAL LIFE? PART ONE.
Today you hear the statement, "I'm not religious, I am spiritual."
And I seriously doubt that few people have any idea what they mean by 'spiritual' other than they are not into the conventional religious orders of today.
Most people believe in some ... Views: 985
It seems like there are apps for everything nowadays. Shopping, eating, entertainment and even healthcare! Even though telemedicine has been around for a while, people still tend to second guess its reliability and efficacy. Using an android app for online doctors is a quick, convenient and ... Views: 977
The war of words between President Obama and Dick Cheney has exposed a rancorous divide over national security. Mr. Cheney states flatly that there is no middle ground on the issue. There is no such thing as being half-safe, he declares. On the face of it, his statement is nonsensical. Unless he ... Views: 976
The terrorist attacks in New York and Washington DC on September 11, 2001 shocked the international community. Terrorism, which by and large was considered a phenomena limited to middle east and South Asia, was threatening the world’s most rich and powerful — the United States.
The initial ... Views: 976
Article Title: Dr Izzeldin Abuelaish: A Voice for Peace
Submitted by: Craig Lock
Category/Subject/Tags (key words: Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish, Abeuelaish , I Shall Not Hate, Conflict , Dialogue , Gaza , Gaza Strip , Gaza War , I Shall Not Hate , Israel , Izzeldin Abuelaish , Palestine , Peace ... Views: 975
As of this writing, it looks like the war in Iraq is winding down. So as we prepare to leave, I feel strongly that for all we have destroyed, and for all we have tried to build back up in the way of security and infrastructure, we also need to try to reconstruct some cultural interiors in ... Views: 975
It is popular at the moment to bemoan the state of the economy, the financial and emotional upheaval that seems to be everywhere. I find myself wondering how to make use of this in my spiritual practice, and how to use the rampant fear and anxiety to develop compassion and wisdom.
Bernard ... Views: 974
There's no preferred feeling over nailing a bounce, a trot flight, or a moderate Western run. When riding requires so much teach, it likewise makes the prizes that considerably sweeter.
Riding abandons you feeling fulfilled, and can be a great certainty promoter.
Before you take off to ... Views: 971
Some startled neighbors who were out walking or at their window yesterday asked why we were carrying a fully-decorated Christmas tree up our steep street in Sausalito, when it was just November. Upon hearing our story, Martin, Jim, Ingrid, Julia and Jacob, joined us, carefully picking up the ... Views: 970
"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."
Submitter's Note:
I came across these most uplifting words by a young New Zealand student… and they fitted perfectly into the book I’m working on and the central themes of the manuscript Though you may perhaps see these writings through ... Views: 969
It's a sore temptation to hunt down Osama bin Laden - one of the most consistent campaign promises made by President Obama - and yet there are strong arguments against it. U.S. forces would have to penetrate deep into provincial Pakistan and perhaps even conduct house-to-house searches. Such ... Views: 963
Article Title: Sharing Some Thoughts (Assorted) On Sprituality and Possibilities For Peace
Shared by craig lock
Key Words: Mind, Spirit, Mindpower, Peace, World Peace, Spirituality, Spiritual Growth, Positive Thinking, Consciousness
Web Sites: Craig's new blog (with extracts from his various ... Views: 962
Awareness is important for people who wish to revel in well-rounded and serene existences. If you want to lead a long and productive life, you should figure out how to boost your awareness levels. Luckily, there are numerous methods that can take you far in the awareness world.
Take Part in ... Views: 961
Article Title: A Book "Review: The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Three)
Submitted by: Craig Lock
Key Words (Tags): Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, booksShimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, books
Web sites: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com www.lulu.com/craiglock and ... Views: 960
We are born equipped to experience a complex array of diverse emotions. Many of us, however, are uncomfortable confronting our most powerful emotions. We may shy away from delight and despair and deny life's colors by retreating into a world of monotone grey. We may numb ourselves to what we are ... Views: 957
“When nothing is done, nothing is left undone.” The Tao te Ching
Do you approach the holidays in a spirit of leaving nothing undone?
I totally get it, and I feel your pain. My holidays used to include a ten-foot Christmas tree, a perfect specimen, chosen with a careful eye and festooned ... Views: 957
Do you ever get the feeling you don’t know if you are coming or going some days?
Perhaps you feel you are continually at a fork in the road, not knowing whether to turn left or right. You may simply be suffering from ‘twominditis’.
The Devil on Your Shoulder
Now it’s a bit of an urban ... Views: 956
During COVID-19, nearly 7 million people have contracted the disease and roughly 200,000 people have lost their lives. The grief that is associated with this loss can be devastating and has been compounded because the pandemic has made it more difficult to mourn the loss of loved ones in a ... Views: 956
When we find ourselves swimming through the Ocean of Life, sometimes riding waves, other times going under, we need to become aware of the collectiveness of the energy within the ocean of who we are and how it all contributes.
Many times it’s been said that it’s hard to maintain that ... Views: 956
There was a time when in every household there were storms of blind faith and belief. In every home people discussed ghost, evil souls, sorceresses and so on. Someone or the other would talk of Mantras and black magic being targeted at them. Fear of doubt and suspicion were the causes of mutual ... Views: 955
If you read my Seeds*, you already know that I consider complaining a form of pollution. It’s amazing how much of it we do! In fact, I might even go so far as to say that complaint has become a form of ordinary social intercourse. Ouch.
Enter Will Bowen, and his Unity Church in Kansas City, ... Views: 954
Article Title: It's in OUR Hands to Give Peace a Chance"
Author: Phwaye Aye
Shared (with permission) by: Craig Lock
Category/Key Words: Peace, Possibilities for Peace, Inspiration, Phwaye Aye, Hope, Dream, Believe
Other Articles are available at: ... Views: 952
Have you ever been around those types of people that talk about others? You know, the kind that only seem to talk about what someone else is doing, where they're living, what their profession is or how much money they're making? It could even be something as insignificant as talking about where ... Views: 952
“Fact: - If standard of living is your number one objective, quality of life almost never improves. But if the quality of life is your number one objective, the standard of living invariably improves.” — Zig Ziglar(American author & Motivational Speaker)
In this whole world of chaos, by ... Views: 950
This seems to be the year of the protest. All over the world, including Wall Street, people are gathering to express their distress about what's happening in politics and in big business (hard to separate the two anymore).
Then we have the everyday experiences with large corporations we deal ... Views: 950
On the way to work today I saw an automobile accident that had just occurred. A lady had been rear-ended by an automobile on the interstate highway. The cars were very badly damaged and it was clear that one of the drivers was injured. The ambulances had not yet arrived.
As I drove by the ... Views: 948
Hey Folks - most of my article content consists of my Real Estate experience... I am also a very spiritual and grounded being.
A good friend of mine from high school (20 years ago) that I reconnected with recently is in a relationship with a man that is about to have a cancerous tumor ... Views: 946
The word ‘reader’ in the title of the article refers to a psychic expert who can read-- ‘decode’-- what appears inscrutable both to the common people as well as experts. These are generally problems and situations that baffle the conventional scientific wisdom.
It is in this sense that a ... Views: 944
Article Title: Jesus Meets Muhammad (Part Five ): ”Conversations, a Discussion” between Jesus and Muhammad
Key words (tags): Islam, Christianity, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Muhammad, Muhammed, faiths, unity of religions, spiritual growth
Web sites: http://jesusmeetsmuhammad.wordpress.com/ and ... Views: 941
With Thanksgiving around the corner, it's time to spread the cheer to others by volunteering at local organizations.
Thanksgiving is the time to think about what we are thankful for. Sometimes, we forget about all the people out there that need our help. That’s why spending a few hours of ... Views: 941
When most people think about meditation they think of someone sitting Indian style on the floor with their eyes closed, breathing in and out. Although this thinking is not entirely wrong it doesn’t explain what mediation is or how you benefit from it. The purpose of meditation is subjective to ... Views: 940
Steve Abraham and Michael Arucan, men from different parts of the world, came together and established BonVoyage1000 to provide opportunities for members to travel the world. Whether members yearn to fulfill passions rooted in creativity, participate in or witness an athletic event, evolve ... Views: 937
Queensland's Coastal Protection and Management Act in 2004 has now prohibited the construction of any man-made tidal canals for environment protection. This development was approved before this act was passed, essentially making it the last of its kind. The blocks are roughly 750m2 in size and ... Views: 928
Knowing once you are ready for yoga teacher training is often difficult, particularly if you're uncertain of what proportion time and obligation such a task will need. While the reply as to if or not an individual is ready for yoga teacher coaching differs supported which person is asked, there ... Views: 926
In the restless world around us, the need for a moment of peace is often acutely felt. Living in this century resembles some old movie, where people of the future became robots, doing all day long the same routine. The sense of not “enough time” or “too many responsibilities” is so frequent that ... Views: 926
I used to be a competitive rifle shooter for my University in England. I have several Oxford ‘Blues’ as a result, and was the captain of several teams. We'd shoot at paper targets, nothing else. And that’s why I feel I can say something about guns now.
A newsletter I received today stated that ... Views: 926
What if I told you that there are things you believe to be true about this world and they are not? One evening in my young life changed my world forever. Things and people in my life have never been the same. I had a dream once that I was not from this world. Who I truly am, is not who I thought ... Views: 925
I am aware that people have different capacity levels for empathy. Some feel deeply about their own family, but struggle with feeling anything for others. Some feel deeply for animals and children, but not so much for adult humans. Some of us shelve things happening in the world just to get by ... Views: 924
The corona virus brings its own stress. How can we deal with that? Annemiek Leclaire spoke to experts in the field of stress and anxiety and gave a few tips.
Waking up at night, during the day a feeling of uneasy restlessness, trouble concentrating, and a mild form of underground anxiety that ... Views: 923
How To Calm An Angry Husband: Why Is My Husband So Angry At Me All The Time
Passive aggressive behavior does not happen in a vacuum; it requires an adequate partner to play the game with. This interaction is created between two people-one person who resists proximity and responsibility and ... Views: 923