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- DISCOVERING INTENTIONS - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Aaron WaldronWelcome My name is Aaron, It's my extreme pleasure to meet you here on this page. Beyond these first few words lies a world beyond description. Oh look, look, there she is just step up these stones, allow me to open this portal for you. Ahh yep there you go don't lose her, see her over by ...
Views: 2331(1 vote) - Fast Paced Western World vs Relaxed Eastern Life - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2017 from Lori SnyderFeeling in balance and relaxed in the high-stress, fast-paced life of our contemporary western world, may be a challenge for some, and have others simply thinking there is no time for themselves. One of the best things you can do is to cultivate the art of letting go and learning to give ...
Views: 1792(1 vote) - Holiday Paranoia, Tips to Shine - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Ann Marie O'DellJust when you have your life comfortably in a routine, and every day anxieties are overcome, along come the holidays. Will you loose your stability, or embrace the day? Some see the holidays as a grueling Russian roulette on icy roads to see family, or stranded in weather blocked air ports ...
Views: 2528(1 vote) - "Tantra" Sowing the Seeds of Love, Truth and Beauty - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Goddess GenieTantra is a manifestation art. It is a place where we can move from mediocrity to the full extent of our joy. Tantra is a joyous art, one that will take us to great places if we allow it. The word Tantra is a Sanskrit word that has more than one English translation. The one that I feel expresses ...
Views: 2012(1 vote) - ***"The Secret" for Skeptics - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2014 from Dr. Diana Gardner RobinsonMany readers may be fans of Rhonda Byrne's "The Secret," whether in book or in movie form. However, I have been reading howls of indignation from various columnists who, occasionally over-simplifying, feel that there are dangers and false promises contained in the concept of the ...
Views: 2396(1 vote) - ***Aging Well: Discover the Secrets for Adapting to Life with Wisdom and Resilience - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2011 from Dr. Mary Beth FordFor 300 years we have imagined our world as a machine. Machines break down and wear out. They are replaced by newer models. Perhaps this image is the source for our negative thoughts about aging. We accept the view of a downhill world. We see ourselves as losing productivity and becoming ...
Views: 2336(3 votes) - ***Jumping to Conclusions - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Dr. Diana Gardner RobinsonWe are rushed, we are pressured, and we don't have time for the fine detail. Instead, too often we mentally leap to the bottom line, and in that leap we often fly past a few things that could lead us to more accurate understanding. We may read that a dietary product provides "Up ...
Views: 2286(1 vote) - ***Life Meaning and Fractals – Find New Ways to Thrive in Chaotic Times - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThe desire for life meaning resonates deep within each one of us. We want to believe that our lives have purpose. We yearn to make a small difference in the world. But life is messy and unpredictable. Often life seems to fall apart despite our best efforts. We experience a profound loss of ...
Views: 3158(3 votes) - ***REFLECTIONS ON A CALLING - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Dr. Mary Beth FordI am going to broadcast the seed and let the wind carry it where it will. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin I’ve exchanged smiles with many people on my nature walks. I’ve noticed the thoughtful looks of those who sit quietly on garden benches. Different ages, different backgrounds. ...
Views: 2276(2 votes) - ***The Importance of Good Company - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2011 from Gloria Excelsias and Dr Joshua David Stone“Evil company demeans and debases an individual.” – Sai Baba It cannot be emphasized highly enough how important it is to choose wisely the company you spend your time with. The people you hang out with will either pull you up or pull you down. As the Hindu guru Paramahansa Yoganada said, ...
Views: 4336(1 vote) - ***The Mind Body Spirit Connection - Raise Your Awareness and Find More Life Passion, Balance and Joy - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThe Buddha taught that awareness has universal effects. Be aware of the lifestyle you choose. What is good for you is also good for the animals and Earth itself. Be aware of yourself as both physical and spiritual beings. This relationship empowers you. Be aware of the Mind Body Spirit ...
Views: 2558(2 votes) - ***Transitions & Transformational Transitions - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2014 from Dr. Diana Gardner RobinsonIt is almost a cliché to talk about being in transition, particularly when one is a coach. Coaching people "in transition" is something that almost every new coach will mention as a prospective niche, and quite rightly, since transition is a time when it is particularly important to have an ...
Views: 2219(1 vote) - 10 Simple Steps to Improve your Improvement - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Joseph MutaleSometimes in order to embrace our destiny and to keep rising in our fields, we have to be willing to make some difficult changes in our lives. Those who want to improve what they are doing needs to be willing to examine where they are and what they need to do in order to move to the next level. ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - 10 Tips To Get Out of Overwhelm & Activate Your Divine Feminine - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Michele McGrewOne of the biggest concerns I hear from my spiritual business owners is that they're just stretched too thin. Trying to juggle business, family and your personal and spiritual needs can be a challenge, especially if you're trying to play the role of Super Woman. Yes ladies, we can HAVE ...
Views: 1506(1 vote) - 2012 & what it means for Soul Mates! Lovers Series Part I - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Aaron WaldronThis could be a controversial article, just when the multitudes started embracing the idea of meeting, marrying and growing old with their perfect match. That match often referred to as a Soul mate or someone who is smart, pretty, handsome, charismatic, responsible, tolerant of our ornery ...
Views: 1761(1 vote) - 2012-Self-esteem - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Keith Bray2012-Mission to Improve Self-esteem To be of service to others, I do a lot of reading and research. Original thinking is fine but what I know and coach originated from others. The biggest issues I help others to come to grips with are related to self-esteem. Today I share writing from ...
Views: 2372(1 vote) - 5 Moral Failures That Will Ruin Your Self-Esteem - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from Rachael MurpheyEthics can define who you are. Before falling asleep, you will have to find a way to tell yourself that you are a good person. But there are some moral failures that are so harmful that it becomes very difficult to maintain your self-esteem. Betraying Someone You Love “Love” is defined by ...
Views: 2052(1 vote) - 5 Tips to Balance Your Business and Family Life - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2011 from Sonia ColonHow do you balance your business and family life? For me personally, it takes time and discipline to balance both. Below, I've listed 5 Tips you can use to balance your own business and family life: 1. Business priorities vs. family priorities - When spending time with your family, make ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - 7 Steps To A More Successful You - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Kellen Marson“What does that guy do?” A question we often ask ourselves during moments of greediness, lack of self-worth and doubt. That moment when you see a 25-year-old kid drive up in a bright red, $40,000 sports car. That moment when we drive past a 10,000 square foot house. Those moments when all you ...
Views: 1368(3 votes) - 7 Things that Lead to a Successful Business - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Alrick RobinsonOk, so we all need a successful business and we all try to get that bit of magic that puts us ahead. But, are there things that you can point out that will pin down success definitively? Many people claim to have the answers and some even claim uniqueness in their abilities. For example, they ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - A Balanced Life - Reap the Benefits of Meditation for Body, Mind and Spirit - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Dr. Mary Beth FordLife is a balancing act. How to juggle inner needs with responsibilities in the world? It is easy to lose your bearings in the midst of daily living. Your focus blurs. A balanced life requires wisdom. But you need quiet to hear your inner voice. How can you expect wisdom from within if you ...
Views: 1963(4 votes) - A Different View on Casey Anthony - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2011 from Phyllis KingThe source of all pain on the planet, all confusion, all hatred, all poverty lies in what those in Eastern religions have long since called “The Disease of Duality.” The quest to balance the ego mind with the soul’s wisdom. When we believe we are separate from God, that God is over there, and ...
Views: 1419(1 vote) - A Feng Shui Prescription Just For You! - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Logynn NorthrhipWhile some solutions in Feng Shui are Universal, more often than not, the solutions are like a prescription; they are specifically provided to correct your home’s symptoms. I am a big fan of the “Do-It-Yourself” technique. That is one reason why I became a Feng Shui consultant to begin with. ...
Views: 1727(1 vote) - A Little Bedtime Story - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Adrienne MarksI have a little story for you There’s a woman, of ‘indeterminate’ age who lives in New York. She’s happy, has a good job, great husband, children, grandchildren, friends. In other words she has to all intents and purposes and from what the outside world would consider ‘a good life’. Yet ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - A New Way of Being ~ Reconnect with Earth and Your True Self - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Dr. Mary Beth FordYou live in a fast-paced, noisy and high-tech world. This modern way of life has caused disastrous results for Planet Earth. It alienates you from your Divine Source and from the natural world. By reconnecting with Earth and your true Self, you can create a new way of being. You renew your ...
Views: 1613(2 votes) - A Path to the Self ~ Three Ways to Gain Self-Knowledge - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2017 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThrough self-knowledge, you recognize your divine nature and the deeper purpose to life. You create a larger context in which to view your existence. You learn how to interpret and organize your experiences. You develop an inner connection with all creation. Self-knowledge helps you blend ...
Views: 1597(1 vote) - A Path to the Self – Honor Your Body as the Home of Your Spirit - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2016 from Dr. Mary Beth FordYour body is the home of your Spirit. When you live disconnected from your body, you become spiritually homeless. You ignore your physical surroundings and damage Earth’s body in the process. You value mind over body and lose access to the body’s own intelligence. Just as a plant needs roots ...
Views: 1720(2 votes) - A Path to the Self – Three Ways to Claim Your Personal Power - by Submitted on May 17, 2016 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThe true purpose of power is to transform yourself and your world. A sense of empowerment renews your life purpose. Shame is the demon. It takes away your joy. The healing process involves letting go of shame that who you are and what you do is not good enough. As a society, we have been ...
Views: 1355(2 votes) - A Path to the Self – Three Ways to Create Balance in Love - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2016 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThe world’s sacred traditions teach that love is the way of life. You are worthy of love. You have a basic right to love and be loved. With a balanced center you can express love for yourself and others. Love is your divine nature and love is your greatest lesson to learn. Love is ...
Views: 1330(1 vote) - A Path to the Self – Three Ways to Honor Your Deepest Feelings - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2016 from Dr. Mary Beth FordYou incline naturally toward pleasure and away from pain. Pleasure invites you to delight in the experience of being alive. It frees life energy to move through your body and fuels your passion for life. Passion and pleasure are essential motivating forces for vitality, power and creativity. ...
Views: 1541(2 votes) - A Shamanic Birthday Walk - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Lisa TunneyToday is the start of my forty-sixth year on this Earth and I wanted to celebrate this morning by enjoying what the Earth has to offer. I have been house-sitting near Airport Trail for a month and even though I walk it nearly every day, I never grow tired of it. Waking up at the crack of dawn, ...
Views: 1299(1 vote) - A SPIDERS WEB! - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Heather BuzzardHave you ever observed A SPIDERS WEB before? For the past week I have been observing this Spider that has chosen to make its home right in front of my staircase. I noticed this Spider one evening when I was sitting out contemplating and I noticed how STRONG that web was with the wind blowing ...
Views: 1140(1 vote) - 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) - Accomplishing God's Purpose for Your Life - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2011 from Michael AsanteHow do you accomplish God's purpose for your life? Do you ask God to reveal His purpose to you? Do you fast for 21 days before you get to know God's purpose for your life? How do you do it? Let's look at the following points: Identify yourself with the Purpose-giver No other person than ...
Views: 3914(1 vote) - Are You Living Life by Default? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2011 from Veronica DrakeI am the D.I.V.A. of Life Design ~ Empowering Women to Live Life by Design not by Default Daring, Inspiring, Vivacious, Accepting What is a DIVA of Life Design? Simply put it means I consciously design my life from the inside out using practical spirituality. My intention is to show up in ...
Views: 1268(1 vote) - Are you on a journey or a treadmill? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanThis is a question that many people ask themselves daily - Are you on a journey or a treadmill? We are all busy and overwhelmed by the high speed of progress, speed on the highways and the information age which forces us to keep up or forever be lost in the abyss. The more you are willing to ...
Views: 797(1 vote) - Are You Ready to Set Yourself Free? - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Dena BlevinsWhat are the things that hold you back in life? I bet you can name them immediately. Maybe it's one thing or person that is weighing your energy down, like a ball and chain locked tight around your ankle. Maybe it's your job or your boss, your relationship or your mother. Whatever it is, ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - Art, Fashion and Feng Shui Increase Positive Energy - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2019 from Pat HeydlauffWhat do Fine art, Feng Shui and Fashion have in common, besides the letter F? They are all about energy. Artwork can provide you the kind of energy that can make you happy or sad; be uplifting or depressing. They are also categories that fall under: “one size doesn’t fit all.” Art needs to ...
Views: 1225(1 vote) - As the Paradigm Shifts #C: Commitment, Conflicting Commitment, Confronted, Comfort Zone, Choice-Point, Compromise, Change, Compassion, Consciousness and Creativity - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Rosie KuhnWe are rarely 100% committed to what we say we want. I’m assuming that because you are reading this that to some degree you are committed to the concept of bringing spirituality into business. On a scale of 1-100, where would you put yourself in relation to the degree to which you are ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - Astrology is a Myth, No Not, Read to know Why - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2019 from Sri TulasiLagdha is the founder or father of the Vedang Jyotisha, unfortunately he is less known or less talked. Rahu & Ketu are said to be invisible planets. Trust me, they shows stars in the day. Rahu & Ketu cannot be benefic at same time as they are opposite to each other. If Rahu is good, Ketu ...
Views: 1076(1 vote) - Balance: A Mystic Ideal - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Edwin SpinaLast week, a friend of mine gave me a best-selling business book that forecast the rise of the right brain thinker and the demise of the left-brain thinker. Scientists have identified the right brain as the emotional, empathic, artistic side and the left-brain as the side of logic, intellect and ...
Views: 1446(1 vote) - Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains Part 6 - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.This is part 6 of an 8 part blog series titled, “Become the Person Who Can Move Mountains.” This blog is about Giving Back. Other blogs to follow in this series are: Self-Esteem, Visualization, Knowledge, Patience, Understanding, Giving Back, Love, and Faith & Fear. We all possess ...
Views: 1811(1 vote) - Changing Perfection - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Nanette IrwinI keep hearing that we are not perfect and I must disagree. Each of us is being the best person we know how to be, at the present moment, with the information we have, and I believe that makes us perfect. We don’t always like everything about ourselves or our lives, which is a catalyst for ...
Views: 975(1 vote) - Children - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from TRAN NGUYEN NGOC TRANGHelping Our Children In Crisis Divorce...illness...violence. Crisis and hardship are no respecters of age. They shatter even the world of children and shake their security to the core. Consider this pattern to offer comfort, encouragement, and healing to children in ...
Views: 1246(2 votes) - Climb - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Tomeka ByarsWhat is you climb? Are you facing challenge in your life today? The climb is the most difficult part of the walk we face in our everyday life. It’s where our realities are faced. It’s where we wonder whether or not we are able to complete all of the task in life we face. We all have a ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Connecting with Mother Earth at the Stupa - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Lisa TunneyIt doesn't matter how many times I visit a place; I will always see new things and have a completely different experience. On my first visit to the Stupa, I spent time in a seated meditation, while facing the Stupa itself. This morning, I was guided to pay attention to Mother Earth. So, that is ...
Views: 1389(1 vote) - Consideration towards Others is a Sign of Wellness and Empowerment - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Margit Cathrine MollerSomeone once said that the difference between ethics and etiquette is the presence of others. Etiquette is applicable when there are other people around, like cleaning your nose or passing gas. But when no one is around, the rules don’t matter. But for ethics, the rules matter whether people are ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - Creating an Altar - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Karen de GrenierWhen we create an altar in our home or our garden we take the time to honor our intention to grow spiritually. An altar can be located anywhere in your home; it can be large or small, simple or elaborate. It is best if you place it in a quiet area where it won’t be disturbed. Well-intentioned ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - 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) - Dalai Lama and Chickens: Insights - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Zoe RouthWhat does the Dalai lama say when he's got just half an hour? He speaks from the heart. Here is what he said (and I hung on every word): 1. Money is important but it is not the absolute source of happiness. Love, compassion, and forgiveness give you the emotional strength and freedom to be ...
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