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Along with listing and writing Christmas cards is the list of guest we’re inviting over during the holidays. “Gee, this year the Butterfields and Hamburgs are coming. I must put my best foot forward. You know everyone will be talking about how lavishly I entertain my guest. Have to make a ... Views: 1290
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: 981
The Road to Global Peace
Shared by: Craig Lock
Category/Key words: Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, Empowerment, Upliftment.
Web Sites: http://www.myspace.com/writercraig and http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html
Other Articles are available ... Views: 2022
I was in a convenience store near my home in Fountain Hills, Arizona. I noticed a young girl waiting patiently. She was maybe 12 years old, with dark long hair. In this girl, I saw great qualities and specifically, energy flow. I saw appreciation, respect and patience. (She was cute.) She looked ... Views: 1595
I was in a convenience store near my home in Fountain Hills, Arizona. I noticed a young girl waiting patiently. She was maybe 12 years old, with dark long hair. In this girl, I saw great qualities and specifically, energy flow. I saw appreciation, respect and patience. (She was cute.) She looked ... Views: 1595
Article Title: A Book "Review: The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part One)
Submitted by: Craig Lock
Key Words: Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, books, politics, world, peace, possibilities for peace
Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and ... Views: 1221
Recently I tuned into a documentary about the prophecies of Nostradamus and the events and changes that he and others predicted would take place in the world; 21.12. 2012 believed to be the pinnacle date where the world will exist dramatically different than it does now.
I am far from being ... Views: 2155
Are you still sitting in front of your vision board waiting for the results you want? Why is it that some people get exactly what they want and you're still visualizing?
The "how" to get results from your vision board may surprise you, but it is also what sets you apart from those that are ... Views: 1524
When you are serious about keeping your word, simplifying your life, or taking control of your schedule, you have to become selective about what you agree to doing. The word “no” isn’t the bad word you may have been taught it was as a kid. Instead, it’s your ticket to freedom. Understanding ... Views: 2880
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: 935
We all complain about stress, but what is it really. National Geographic did a wonderful report on what stress is by not only looking at humans and our environment, but also through baboons and science. In watching specific tribes of baboons who ate the same food, lived in the same area, and ... Views: 1470
Self Awakening is the natural state of being human! We all have this birth-right and we all desire to live happy, safe, fulfilling lives. I have learned through my own practice of yoga, meditation, self-reflection and spiritual studies that we can actually re-program the way we think, so to ... Views: 1629
The Mental Sun of Eternity
Nothing can be more familiar to human beings than the mental world of eternity. The moment we are born and take our first breath, our conscious life begins. We become “aware” as a human being, that we are a human being. Our mental apparatus is all set to function ... Views: 1595
All people are plugged into the binary computer technology by virtue of the presence of that system on the planet. How does this affect the world? Well in order to understand the consciousness necessary for the invention of quantum computing and the information highway the observer must ... Views: 2255
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: 951
Here you can read some my poetry and comment:
“What is a Sister?”
A sister is one, who never seems too busy,
To lend an ear or do a thoughtful deed,
To give advice,
To help you solve a problem or,
Speak the words of caring that you need.
A sister is one who never seems too ... Views: 2029
When you are in a state that doesn’t support a harmonious existence, things can get very unpleasant. You don't feel right, nothing makes you feel content, and you often will feel as if there is nothing right in your world. The only workable solution is to get to the heart of the matter and take ... Views: 1492
The issue of Iran's nuclear threat escalates every day, but it is already wearisome — one more threat to add to a pile that's too high already. Several weeks ago Iran launched a solid fuel missile capable of striking Israel. Reading the news, I felt Cold War déjà vu. Anyone who grew up in the ... Views: 849
As we all make our individual efforts to be more “green” it is right to mention that factory farming of animals causes the greatest source of greenhouse gas emissions on the planet. It also contributes to land degradation, water degradation, pollution, and soul degradation.
How is it any ... Views: 1284
I See You...a Timeless and Powerful Message
In the movie, Avatar, released in 2009, the Navi greet each other with the words, "I see you" expressed in their native tongue. This simple phrase translates into a more profound message of mutual respect and regard for one another as if you are ... Views: 2168
Inviting harmony into your life means that you will need to exert a little more conscious control over your habits and lifestyle. I believe that if you are to truly become a fully actualised individual, you need to look beyond the obvious, on-going commitment to lifelong learning, consistent ... Views: 1337
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: 925
The question of miracles and the so-called miracle-worker (or healer), first and foremost, tends to be viewed in a backwards way. Due to the law of free will, the only person you can truly heal is yourself. One of the greatest secrets is that the healer heals him- or herself through the person ... Views: 1149
Leo Trader PRO was launched last year in December 2010. This robot ravaged the Forex trading community. Not because of the exaggeration that usually accompanies a forex robot launch by vendors. But for three different things that were introduced at launch.
The first revolutionary thing ... Views: 432
Title: Long Walk to Freedom, Long Walk (March) to Peace
Shared by: Craig Lock
Key words: Peace, pursuit of peace, inspiration, 'words of inspiration', empowerment
Web sites: https://www.xinxii.com/adocs.php?aid=16831 and www.longwalktopeace.wordpress.com
Craig's blog (with extracts ... Views: 1001
Love or Fear
Think of love and fear as day and night. Now imagine the sun representing love and the night representing fear. It's a simple analogy, and one, that if you allow yourself to be open to its deepest truth, could induce a major shift in your consciousness.
If Love is like the ... Views: 1212
We are a community of men, women and children.
We live, breathe and exist together in our community.
Our community is our home, even though we also have a roof over our own family.
Gathered under such roofs, we form neighborhoods.
We leave our neighborhood in the morning and return to it in ... Views: 761
NOVEMBER 11
May I Never Forget/Gratitude
Thankfully, November 11 is an annual day that is celebrated. I wonder if I would so clearly remember to be grateful without the reminder.
I am truly grateful that I did not have to live through or fight in any global wars over my lifetime, and I pray ... Views: 1289
In my last article I spoke of how important it is to have powerful and positive thoughts. Those thoughts would lead to enlightened emotions and subsequently stronger actions as a result. I gave it a name so you all could remember, TEA. I want to speak to you today as a real person with human ... Views: 1315
Many friends that I know are miserable. They are unhappy with a current situation in each of their lives. However, not one of them will ever take steps to alleviate the problem because they are always fearful of hurting others. They base all their actions upon that premise. Each friend keeps ... Views: 7123
Spirituality was not a word that you would have found in my vocabulary for the first three decades of my life, but there came a point when I was ready and open to shifting my perspective. I was tired of living the way I was; merely existing, going through the motions. I had been lured into the ... Views: 2151
As I have my own child who is attending school now at the small age of four, I tend to drift back to childhood days of my own and seem to have had to develope a sense of trust and faith into the public schools and reassure myself that things will be just fine.
It may be a natural thing as a ... Views: 1463
In the context of my work with FLOW and my collaboration with FLOW co-founder Michael Strong (author of Be the Solution: How Entrepreneurs and Conscious Capitalists Can Solve All the World’s Problems), for the past three years I have been deeply engaged in advancing the idea of Peace Through ... Views: 730
I have been in this world now for 38 years.
For a long time I felt dead inside!!
Two years ago, January, I came back to Life!!
What I have learned and discovered on this journey.
ENERGY
The first thing that I have learned is that everything is made out of energy. I guess that I ... Views: 882
Article Title: Sharing some more Thoughts/Writings on Peace (Part Two)
Shared by: Craig Lock
Key Words: Peace, World Peace, Leadership, Peacemaking, Inspiration, Empowerment, Spiritual, Spiritual Thoughts
(enough there now, "stirrer")
Web Site: Craig's new blog (with extracts from his ... Views: 1146
As human beings most of the time we are living in our old concepts and beliefs. It is a common fact in a particular situation, especially when there are various problems and conflicts we are very rigid and stubborn. The very attitude of rigidity will not find a solution to a particular problem ... Views: 491
“There is more to life than increasing its speed.”-M. K. Gandhi
Have you ever heard anyone say: “I wish I felt more rushed and my everyday decisions were more complex. My life is way too easy!”
I didn’t think so. One of the biggest blessings in disguise for me that came from having chronic ... Views: 1161
Here we are just three days before Christmas. Well, I suppose I should reach into my vast stores of inspiration, wit, and good cheer; and bring you the most awe inspiring newsletter of the year. But, no, I actually believe I can do much better.
I’m going to share a story with you, and it’s ... Views: 1413
What is speed volunteering?
Speed volunteering is when you do something free and it does not take much time.
Open a door for someone. Smile when you can. Ask a neighbor if he/she needs something from the grocery store.
Americans do not work together. And, we need to change. If a ... Views: 1782
In spring, we often see very strong storms. Many times, the wind blows so hard that trees topple over. This is especially true if the tree is already old, weak or has no foundation of firm roots.
I have a beautiful tree in the middle of my backyard. Last year, while having an annual tree ... Views: 2729
The Buddha would have made a great CEO. He was all bottom line, and the bottom line was freedom, or enlightenment. If something didn't contribute to this directly, then he didn't teach it.
One day he was in a forest with his monks, and he said to them, "Which is more, monks, the few leaves ... Views: 2004
Once upon a time there was a young man who was well known and very much respected throughout his community, as he was active in civic affairs and had done many good deeds. He went to church regularly and lived a good clean life. One night, at the early age of 42, he was stricken with a fatal ... Views: 1525
The journey into oneself is characterized by self-awareness and the eagerness to understand the basis for our unhappiness. It gives us the opportunity to transform ourselves into beings of unqualified compassion, deeply interested in leading a vibrant life.
Turning the attention on one’s own ... Views: 1290
Awareness, mindfulness and observing are words referring to the same experience. There is a profound difference between being immersed in white-water rapids, tumbling downstream, out of control, with all kinds of debris, and then spotting a tree branch hanging over the water, grabbing the ... Views: 1586
Destiny is an elusive issue. It is difficult to come to terms with it. That is what makes it interesting and challenging. Applying ourselves to this matter can help us bring about order in our life and move into an expanding awareness.
Most people would like to get hold of their life and ... Views: 1339
THE ROAD TO GLOBAL PEACE
In the light of the current state of the world, here are a few personal thoughts that may be of interest, based on the "rather miraculous" transformation of South Africa. From one time "pariah" apartheid state wracked by violence and conflict... to a relatively ... Views: 827
The world in which we live is violent in large part due to how we raise our children. We assume that children are small and undeveloped and without the need for freedom and personal choice. However, we traumatize them by making demands, creating unnecessary limits, not listening to them and not ... Views: 1943