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- "Use Your Breath as a Focus" - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2004 from Melissa LeathWhat Is Your Focus? What is the main focus in your life? Is it finding a job, or keeping the one you've got, just to pay the rent every month? Or is it always searching for that special someone who can make you happy? Society has evolved a way of believing, that keeps us always limited to the ...
Views: 1764 - Are You Spiritually Disabled? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2004 from Cate CavanaghAre you Spiritually disabled? I worked may years as advocate for children and adolescents with autism. During these years I formed relationships with the parents of these children to the degree that they shared their innermost feelings with me. One parent put it best when she said it was like ...
Views: 3440 - A Tree for Life - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2004 from Will ParfittA Tree for Life Will Parfitt describes, in this extract from his new book ‘The Complete Guide to the Kabbalah’, describes how our relationship with trees goes back to the origins of humankind, and how trees are a potent symbol for the creative growth process both on a personal and collective ...
Views: 1497 - Introduction to Spiritual Healing - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2004 from Ralph FerraroIntroduction to Spiritual Healing It is widely acknowledged that life is sustained and nurtured by a life force. Whether this life force is called an energy, power or substance does not matter as much as our particular relationship to this all omnipotent power. It has been recorded ...
Views: 2127 - Lay Your Story Down! - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2004 from Kimberley Simon"Lay your story down." ~ H. Janice Mark Janice, my business associate and muse, and I have discussed "story" many times. Most of us were well trained to focus on our stories... the details, frustrations, anxieties, and stress of daily life. Remember, what you focus on is what you create in ...
Views: 1136 - “A Belief Statement for the New Millennium” - by Premises of the Belief Statement
Observing, Questioning and Understanding. These three actions are ones that each of us individually can and need to make on our own. True understanding and true growth must occur on an individual basis. Individual awareness is needed for true spiritual ...
Views: 1255 - The Fire of Now - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2004 from Chaitanya DevaThe Fire of Now This sacred moment of Now is the only door to freedom. How long has it been since you first heard this truth? Many of you have been seekers for decades. You have acquired spiritual knowledge and had profound experiences, but the fulfilment of freedom has yet to embrace you in ...
Views: 1096 - The power Of the Subconscious Mind. - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2004 from Patric ChanI'll be honest with you. I'm not the best person to write about thisbecause I'm not an expert on this topic. But, I have to write about it somehow becauseI'm currently practicing it and it seems to bevery powerful so far. There are many self-improvement strategiesthat use the sub-conscious ...
Views: 2123 - Finding "The" Moment ! - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2004 from Cate CavanaghSo many people talk about "living in the moment" and yet, so many people have no idea what these people are talking about. For many people, living in the moment is not pleasant. It cannot be pleasant when living this moment would create intense attention to the problems you may have regarding ...
Views: 1424 - Counteracting Negative Emotions - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2004 from Sushil KumarEffective handling of emotions holds the key to health and happiness. Since health and happiness are universal aims, we will do a great favour unto ourselves if we learn to be adept in warding off negative emotions and employ the positive ones gainfully and in the right manner. By ignoring ...
Views: 1660 - Reiki Distance Healing Goes to Court - by The public awareness of Reiki energy healing hascome a long way since I started my Reiki practiceyears ago. I remember trying ever so hard toexplain what Reiki was to those who were open andcurious. Today, Reiki energy healing has becomepretty much mainstream. Chances are, if you stopsomeone on ...
Views: 1593 - Along Came a Spider - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Katharine C. GiovanniIt had been a lean month and both Ron and I were worried about paying the bills. It's hard to run three companies with no bank loan! In fact, it was the first time we had actually lost money and been in the red. That usually didn't happen to us. To make matters worse, both our son's birthdays ...
Views: 1529 - Do Animals Have Souls? - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2004 from Cate CavanaghAs if losing a beloved pet is not heartbreaking enough, the thought of never seeing them at all, in whatever afterlife you believe in, can be devastating. Native Medicine teaches the power of animals. Native Americans believe animals and their spirits can be harbingers of learning and bearers ...
Views: 1693 - Matter Of The Spirit - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2004 from Avtar ZouaregMatter Of The Spirit - How Meditation and Prayer Can Work For You Your mind and body are connected, you can connect with your spirit and begin contemplating how it can help you achieve the transformations you desire. I've already defined spirit as the authentic ...
Views: 1275 - Daily Rituals as a Doorway to the Higher - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2004 from Stephanie YehIf you have a longing to connect with something higher, whether it be your higher self or higher powers and beings, one of the simplest ways to connect is by creating a daily ritual for yourself. Whether you meditate, do yoga, read inspirational books, or just take a walk, doing a daily ritual ...
Views: 1037 - 11 Questions To Kickstart Your Dream - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2004 from Keith VarnumWhat's your dream? Want to give your vision a jumpstart? Write down your goals and use these questions to speed up delivery of your dream. 1. What's your highest priority this lifetime? What's most important for you to experience, explore or embrace this time around? Until you answer this ...
Views: 1298 - The New Group of World Servers - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2004 from William MeaderService is the hallmark of the Age of Aquarius. As humanity moves into this new and dawning era, service is understood more broadly than it has been in the past. No longer is it exclusively directed to giving assistance to those most in need. Instead, service is understood as inclusive of all ...
Views: 1112 - Change the World with Your Computer - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2004 from Eliza BloomWe often think that volunteering takes a lot of time, money, and effort. But it's the little things we each do, every day, that have the biggest impact on our world. Here are seven simple ways you can reach out in kindness without even getting up from your computer. 1. Make a child smile. ...
Views: 1371 - 7 Ways to Stay Spiritually Balanced - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2004 from Catherine FranzWhen we find spirituality, or it finds us, the experiencefeels surreal. We begin to feel like we're walking on atightrope between two different worlds. We becomeungrounded and loose touch with the physical side of life.When our spiritual mission becomes clear, it is even truer.Learning to ...
Views: 1496(2 votes) - The Silence - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2004 from Athene Raefielwww.atheneraefiel.com What happens when you listen in the silence? Listening in the silence is an art. When you first begin all you hear are your own thoughts. They become so loud that most people simply want to block them out. Those who meditate and use relaxation techniques learn to quiet ...
Views: 1336 - The Power of One - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2004 from Debbie MilamYes, we are living in a world where we are constantly shown, by the media, man's inhumanity toward each other through violence, terrorism, and war. Never has there been a time that our light is more needed than now. During this powerful time in history we, as a group of conscious beings, ...
Views: 1134 - Living Your Noble Purpose - by Submitted on May 30, 2004 from Sharif Khan“A common jar of clay can never become a noble masterpiece, unless it is broken by its master, refined in fire, and renewed.” – Sharif Khan There is a passage in scriptures that I have always found troubling. It reads: “Shall what is formed say to Him who formed it, ‘Why did you make me like ...
Views: 1111 - Living Your Noble Purpose - by Submitted on May 30, 2004 from Sharif Khan“A common jar of clay can never become a noble masterpiece, unless it is broken by its master, refined in fire, and renewed.” – Sharif Khan There is a passage in scriptures that I have always found troubling. It reads: “Shall what is formed say to Him who formed it, ‘Why did you make me like ...
Views: 1185 - My Experience with Spiritual Healing - by Submitted on May 24, 2004 from Joseph GhabiHealing is a special gift that any human being can have. It is fortunate that we are provided with the opportunity to acknowledge and develop it. There is no difference from any human being performing healing and Christ healing. The only difference is if you belong to a large institution like a ...
Views: 1092 - My Experience with Spiritual Healing - by Submitted on May 24, 2004 from Joseph GhabiHealing is a special gift that any human being can have. It is fortunate that we are provided with the opportunity to acknowledge and develop it. There is no difference from any human being performing healing and Christ healing. The only difference is if you belong to a large institution like a ...
Views: 1589 - My Experience with Spiritual Healing - by Submitted on May 24, 2004 from Joseph GhabiHealing is a special gift that any human being can have. It is fortunate that we are provided with the opportunity to acknowledge and develop it. There is no difference from any human being performing healing and Christ healing. The only difference is if you belong to a large institution like a ...
Views: 1038 - Swith to a Better Channel! - by Submitted on May 17, 2004 from Keith VarnumSwitch to a Better Channel! Peril, catastrophe and disaster. These are our friends, allies and mentors. Appearing as enemies on the surface, these seeming threats are our most helpful teachers on our Earth adventure. These apparent foes repeatedly demonstrate how we humans have awesome power ...
Views: 1065 - Swith to a Better Channel! - by Submitted on May 17, 2004 from Keith VarnumSwitch to a Better Channel! Peril, catastrophe and disaster. These are our friends, allies and mentors. Appearing as enemies on the surface, these seeming threats are our most helpful teachers on our Earth adventure. These apparent foes repeatedly demonstrate how we humans have awesome power ...
Views: 889 - Swith to a Better Channel! - by Submitted on May 17, 2004 from Keith VarnumSwitch to a Better Channel! Peril, catastrophe and disaster. These are our friends, allies and mentors. Appearing as enemies on the surface, these seeming threats are our most helpful teachers on our Earth adventure. These apparent foes repeatedly demonstrate how we humans have awesome power ...
Views: 926 - Swith to a Better Channel! - by Submitted on May 17, 2004 from Keith VarnumSwitch to a Better Channel! Peril, catastrophe and disaster. These are our friends, allies and mentors. Appearing as enemies on the surface, these seeming threats are our most helpful teachers on our Earth adventure. These apparent foes repeatedly demonstrate how we humans have awesome power ...
Views: 793 - SPIRITUALITY: JUMPSTARTING A CYCLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION? - by There is a general consensus that spirituality is good for you. This may be the only point of agreement about spirituality these days. Traditionally associated with religion or the occult, spiritual belief and practice in the 21st century are variously and personally defined. There is much ...
Views: 687 - SPIRITUALITY: JUMPSTARTING A CYCLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION? - by There is a general consensus that spirituality is good for you. This may be the only point of agreement about spirituality these days. Traditionally associated with religion or the occult, spiritual belief and practice in the 21st century are variously and personally defined. There is much ...
Views: 1694 - SPIRITUALITY: JUMPSTARTING A CYCLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION? - by There is a general consensus that spirituality is good for you. This may be the only point of agreement about spirituality these days. Traditionally associated with religion or the occult, spiritual belief and practice in the 21st century are variously and personally defined. There is much ...
Views: 694 - SPIRITUALITY: JUMPSTARTING A CYCLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION? - by There is a general consensus that spirituality is good for you. This may be the only point of agreement about spirituality these days. Traditionally associated with religion or the occult, spiritual belief and practice in the 21st century are variously and personally defined. There is much ...
Views: 790 - What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on May 16, 2004 from Diane LeGalleeTo become enlightened is to view yourself and others as one. It is taking responsibility for whatever happens to you no matter how terrible. When you are enlightened you do not have time to hate, and you realize there are no justified resentments. Enlightenment does not mean you become ...
Views: 931 - What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on May 16, 2004 from Diane LeGalleeTo become enlightened is to view yourself and others as one. It is taking responsibility for whatever happens to you no matter how terrible. When you are enlightened you do not have time to hate, and you realize there are no justified resentments. Enlightenment does not mean you become ...
Views: 1222 - What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on May 16, 2004 from Diane LeGalleeTo become enlightened is to view yourself and others as one. It is taking responsibility for whatever happens to you no matter how terrible. When you are enlightened you do not have time to hate, and you realize there are no justified resentments. Enlightenment does not mean you become ...
Views: 899 - What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on May 16, 2004 from Diane LeGalleeTo become enlightened is to view yourself and others as one. It is taking responsibility for whatever happens to you no matter how terrible. When you are enlightened you do not have time to hate, and you realize there are no justified resentments. Enlightenment does not mean you become ...
Views: 985 - What is Enlightenment? - by Submitted on May 16, 2004 from Diane LeGalleeTo become enlightened is to view yourself and others as one. It is taking responsibility for whatever happens to you no matter how terrible. When you are enlightened you do not have time to hate, and you realize there are no justified resentments. Enlightenment does not mean you become ...
Views: 1026 - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 721(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 721(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 898(2 votes) - Book Excerpt: The Richest of Fare: Seeking Spiritual Security in the Sonoran Desert - by Submitted on May 14, 2004 from Yolanda CardenPrologue In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength. God, Isaiah 30:15 NRSV Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest. Jesus to His Disciples, Mark 6:31 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach ...
Views: 898(2 votes) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 990(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 686(2 votes) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 864(2 votes) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 893(1 vote) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 1130 - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
Views: 938(3 votes) - Book Excerpt: Sacred Selfishness: A Guide to Living a Life of Substance - by Submitted on May 07, 2004 from Yolanda CardenSlaying Dragons When I was a boy reading the stories of "The Knights of the Round Table" and other adventure tales of knights, ladies, and evildoers, my friends and I were inspired and spent many afternoons playing heroes and villains. In the woods of our backyards we went on many daring ...
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