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- Life is a Choice - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Louise LeBrunLife is a choice! Every single day, from one breath to the next, we are given the opportunity to direct our experience down any path we choose. The sad news is, so many of us have come to believe that our life just is a certain way - and that we’re caught in it! I’m a big believer in ...
Views: 1300(1 vote) - Loving the Truth - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from jenny parker"Everyone stumbles over the truth from time to time, but most people pick themselves up and hurry off as though nothing ever happened." - Sir Winston Churchill One of the fundamental essentials for progressing along the path of life is learning to love truth above all else. The truth is not ...
Views: 859 - The Way of the Master - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from jenny parkerThe way of the master - Being in, of and for love Let’s discuss self-love. It’s the simple things we trip on, and skim over, in our dash for enlightenment. It’as a neglected part of our being and often the last place we look when we want a love “fix”. It certainly wasn’t trendy when I was at ...
Views: 988 - Reality REALized - Part I - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Yuri Smirnov"When one is confronted with this crisis it is a crisis in consciousness, it is not over there outside of one. The crisis is in oneself. There is a saying: we have seen the enemy and the enemy is ourselves. The crisis is not a matter of economics, of war, the bomb, the politicians, the ...
Views: 1287 - Ten Little Tips to Feel Happier Right Now - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Jonathan HuieDon't wait to make a big change in the quality of your life. Eight of these ten little ways to happiness can be done in less than five minutes. 1. Smile. Raise the corners of your mouth. Soon your smile will become genuine. The smile that begins as an effort and a pretense quickly grows ...
Views: 2604(5 votes) - Understanding Attention - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Adele McDowellIn my gym, there are promo pieces that are played over the loud speaker. One such tag line is, “What gets measured gets improved.” The message is designed to encourage the clientele to get body fat levels measured and, ultimately, be inspired – or, more likely, shocked – and, as a result, hire a ...
Views: 2916(2 votes) - What is Human Existence All About? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Cathy ArcherAs human beings, this question is never far from the center of our minds, especially when faced with challenges. In the face of diversity, it is natural to question our existence. Life can seem senseless at times given the confusion about the meaning of many of life’s experiences. ...
Views: 5693(2 votes) - Thinking With Our Heart - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Harold BeckerWe are at a beautiful moment on this planet where a new world is being birthed based on integrity, dignity, harmony, peace and love. The most obvious signs that this is well underway is that everything is changing and nothing seems to make sense. In fact, in many ways it appears to be the ...
Views: 2012(2 votes) - Leap of FAITH - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Holly BoydWe all love the “just do it” slogan for Nike, we all love that leap of faith, don’t we? Some may say “Yes!” and some of you may say “No!”, and the good news is… this is for all of you! Let me make something very clear today, you are putting your faith and taking a “leap of faith” every ...
Views: 1785(1 vote) - Negative Thinking Versus Positive Thinking - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Barbara TaylorMy heart has compelled me to write down my feelings on the negative response we are hearing from the media and the political arena every day, every minute of the day. Why does news have to be bad all the time? It is so easy today to be negative and speak doom and gloom to everyone all of the ...
Views: 926(1 vote) - Facing Your Fears With Curiosity - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Shann Vander LeekFor years my friend Jennifer “Jen Moonbear” has been sharing snippets of magical stories about her Shaman teachings and the sweat lodge ceremonies she is passionate about. This summer I was invited to join her and experience my first sweat lodge healing and the alchemy of a lodge pouring ...
Views: 1721 - Understanding Judgment - Use of the Word Should - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbHow many of you have wonderful feelings of unconditional love when someone judged you or whenever you judged another? A good way to gauge the answer is by your reaction to it. From my own observations, whenever someone judged me, I became angry or upset. I noticed it most when someone would say ...
Views: 1685(2 votes) - How Removing Illusions lead to True Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Martin EttingtonI've often thought that most of the advice on how to be happy was misguided. Not that it was all bad, but most people don't understand what the root of true happiness is. My observations come from my life long experience with studying Metaphysics, Meditation, and various religions. My view ...
Views: 1140 - Endings And Beginnings - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Christie PenningtonEndings and beginnings are not always what they appear to be. Endings are simply disguised beginnings, it is the circle unending. Sometimes we see what we perceive as an ending in the distance like a train with its shrill whistle racing toward us down the track. We try not to look at it, ...
Views: 1266 - Can we control our destiny? - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Petra GustinWe know that sometimes we are put into a very difficult, suffering condition against our will. There are so many examples of that: a car accident, severe disease, war, or just emotionally heart-breaking situation of losing a beloved one…there are countless examples of that. And there are also ...
Views: 1815 - 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) - Intuition - Does Your Intuition Lead You to Your Higher Self, Or is it the Other Way Around? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichI received an email promoting a meditation and workbook program that claims to help you access and harness your intuition. The email stated that intuition is the bridge that leads you to your "ultimate self" and your insights, gifts and wisdom. Now I'm all for getting in touch with your ...
Views: 1484(1 vote) - How to Attract the Magic of Synchronicity in Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichDoes Synchronicity Exist? I have a friend who is a bit skeptical about the existence of synchronicity. S. and I have been discussing synchronicities and interconnectedness--that there might be a design to the universe that we can tap into for our own benefit--for about three weeks now. But he ...
Views: 4381(3 votes) - The Higher Self - The Number One Reason Why You're Still Struggling With the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichWhy does it seem that the Law of Attraction isn't working for you--even though you're making an effort and following all the rules? You visualize till the cows come home, you try to feel good, but your life attracts turmoil and chaos instead of the peace and abundance that's arranged neatly on ...
Views: 1923(1 vote) - Is it Coincidence, Or a Sign From the Universe? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2017 from Christine HoeflichWhen I began my process of developing my intuition so that I could gain access to my greater life purpose, amazing things began to happen to me with increasing frequency. Sometimes when I had a specific question I wanted answered by a "higher power," I'd get it answered when I awakened at night. ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - How to Be Spiritually Full - Understanding Part of the Whole and Not Separate - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbFeeling empty or spiritually unfulfilled How many of you often feel empty, or spiritually unfulfilled, as though something is missing, despite going to church on a regular basis? Have you found that you have drifted from one church or religion to another, searching for one that can meet your ...
Views: 3228(3 votes) - Recession- Finding Your New Purpose - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Chris ConnellWe Have A Purpose There is something inside you that craves fulfillment-inside all of us. Most of us were not taught nor encouraged to pursue a career that was meaningful to us. When the time came, we were most often pushed to pick something that would earn a good income, that we could stand. ...
Views: 1290(2 votes) - A Call to Presence - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Leonard JacobsonTo be fully awake and enlightened simply means to be fully present in the moment of now. To be present is the simplest thing. It is your natural state. Every moment, you have a choice. Will you be present in the truth and reality of this moment or will you allow yourself to be seduced into ...
Views: 1142(3 votes) - ***It’s Easy to Connect with the Divine—Here are Ten Quick Tips - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Arleen HannichThere are many benefits of feeling connected with the Divine. These benefits include--and are certainly not limited to--increased abundance, well-being, peace of mind, optimism, and/or faith. You do not need to “set time aside” in your life to connect with God, although it’s great if you can. ...
Views: 5246(12 votes) - Speaking Your Truth - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHave you found yourself in a situation where you could not or did not speak your truth? You either said the wrong thing in anger or said nothing at all from fear? Have you ever asked yourself what you were really angry about or fearful of? So what if you said something that offended ...
Views: 724(4 votes) - Spiritual Movie - Contact with Actress Jodie Foster - Science Proving We Are Not Alone - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbHave you ever seen the movie, Contact? It is one of my favorite movies, because not only has it a great, talented cast and fantastic visual effects, but also because it is a highly spiritual movie, demonstrating that we are not alone in the universe. From a spiritual standpoint, most of you ...
Views: 3500(2 votes) - Deciding to allow your abundance - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Daniel BrittonHave you decided to allow your abundance? First becoming clear about money is essential, as it will allow you to then focus on sharing our talents and achieving your life's mission. Clearing limiting beliefs and negative associations about money will remove the blocks to allow abundance to pour ...
Views: 1469 - Who’s On Your Team? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Terri BrittAre you a part of a team? Or do you feel alone? For years I felt I had to do everything by myself. I didn’t believe I could ask for help. Nor did I feel I could receive it. I felt completely alone. Gradually, I opened up my heart and allowed the universe to support me. I found ...
Views: 1522(2 votes) - Cleaning Out the Chaos of Your Mind - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Terri BrittI thought I was watching a cop drama on television for a moment this morning. I looked out my front door and standing in my yard were several deputies from the Sheriff’s Department with shotguns, hiding behind our trees. At least five of their cars surrounded our street. “What in the world is ...
Views: 1707(2 votes) - Your Good is Always Available to You - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Jack ArmstrongThe first article in this series, which presented the channeled spiritual writings from the first section of Chapter One of Lessons from the Source: A Spiritual Guidebook for Navigating Life’s Journey, explained that we are one with the entire Universe and with the Source that created it, and ...
Views: 1896(2 votes) - The Mask - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Dr. Carolyn PorterLife holds many mysteries just as a mask mysteriously hides the identity of who or what is behind it. Curiosity may be aroused as an individual experiences a feeling of anticipation while waiting for the revelation of the mystery. A mask is used as a cover-up, a means of hiding the true ...
Views: 1258 - Spirit of God - If Inside of Us, Where Does it Reside? - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Cindy L. HerbIf you believe that God encompasses everything, is it not true that His spirit also resides within you? It has to be somewhere in us, but where does the spirit reside within? Charles Crooks is a shaman and healer/teacher. In his teaching he asks, "What is the component of breath that we find ...
Views: 1444(2 votes) - Email Forwarding - Do Bad Things Happen If You Ignore Them? - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Cindy L. HerbHow many of you have received one of those ominous emails from another proclaiming if you ignore their request to forward, then some misfortune will befall you? We have all seen them, ranging from 'the money angel' to 'Help! My child is dying of some terrible disease' to the ubiquitous 'send if ...
Views: 2759(5 votes) - Top Ten Things to Do When You've Been Rejected....Again! - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2013 from Merna Throne, M.S.It happens to all of us in our life times. Whether its the loss of a job you new would just be perfect, or the love of your life, or your so-called best friend, at some point your hopes and dreams and feelings get trampled on with no more seeming thought than if you were a bug on a windshield. ...
Views: 2239(1 vote) - Ease the Need to Be Needed - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2009 from Trudy-Ann EwanThose of us who are care-takers often find ourselves giving way more to others than what we are receiving for ourselves. Somehow we have a concept in our minds that the more we give to others is the more we will receive. The bulk of that concept originated in our childhood. We may not have ...
Views: 1446 - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from Janice SmithFear keeps us from truly being who we are, we let our fears stand in the way of fully embracing our inner being. The time has come to learn how to move past our fears in order that we may shine as the being we are meant to be. Most of us learned early on in life how not to be ourselves. We let ...
Views: 929 - Being Me - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Christina WatsonThis week my friend honored me by asking me to read the blessing at her upcoming wedding. I was so touched, tears immediately welled up in my eyes. Embarrassed, I held them back while exclaiming, “Oh no, I am crying!” So I was wondering why that was my first reaction? I love my friend so ...
Views: 921 - Know Your Name: Going Deep Inside Your Inner Mystic - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Kidest OM“Each night, this magnificent world so vivid in the daylight of our consciousness, is swallowed in the mouth of sleep. Yet, we have no fear of this, for, secretly we know, we are beyond.” - Mooji Physical experience has trained you to focus on outer conditions, people, and circumstances, ...
Views: 1962 - Past Life to Present Life Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2010 from Lisa BoussonBefore you were born you signed a contract – with yourself! What unfinished business was left lying around from a past life? Whom did you have problematic relationships with? Let me tell you this… Much of what you’re going through now is a direct result of what was accomplished, or left undone, ...
Views: 12933(4 votes) - Law of Attraction and Homosexuality - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Nea Joy JusticeAn email from a troubled young man asked, "Is Law of Attraction not working for me because I'm gay?" He went on to say that his life was “doomed no matter what” because of the “sinful” nature of his sexuality. He even mentioned that few of his gay and lesbian associates have successful ...
Views: 1525(7 votes) - The Challenge of Letting Go - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Gian Fiero |There comes a point and time in everyone's life when they need to let go. It's easier said than done, and even when most recognize the need to let go they can't do it. Letting go is about freedom; freedom that can only be experienced through the disconnection of the things - or the person - ...
Views: 2828(3 votes) - Yes, You are One with the Entire Universe - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Jack ArmstrongThe concept that we all are one with each other, and with the Universe, is far easier for most of us to espouse than to truly understand. One of the basic tenets of most spiritual belief systems is that the entire Universe, including our world and each of us, was created by an all-powerful ...
Views: 1904(7 votes) - Awakening to the Miracle of Ordinary Life - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2009 from Dennis Lewis(First given as a talk to 200 people at the Whole Life Expo in San Francisco and then later edited and published in The Empty Vessel: A Journal of Contemporary Taoism.) We are faced with a profound mystery: the mystery of ourselves here and now, on this earth. Whatever scientific or religious ...
Views: 854(2 votes) - What is it Like Being You? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Norma CasasDo you like yourself? Do you love the person you are with all your weaknesses and strengths? One of our worst mistakes as a human race is non-acceptance. Every day we wake up looking at a strange reflection in the mirror. We don't like what we see, want to change it but don't know how or why. ...
Views: 1221 - The Story You Tell - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Kidest OMEverything you think on any subject, is a story your mind is resurrecting and reciting. Even your smallest of daily activities are accompanied with a mental chatter, a distant or faded story about something or someone, playing in the background. Your mind strings thoughts together in reaction ...
Views: 1186(4 votes) - The Nature of Human Nature- Ending the War Within - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from John GrobergMuch has been said about human nature. Some believe that human nature is inherently good and others believe that human nature is inherently evil and self-centered. There is some truth to both of these views. The reality is that our human nature is inherently "multi-natured". We all know ...
Views: 1995(1 vote) - Is it Time to Ask Different Questions? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorWe’re half-way through 2009, and nearly everyone might agree shift has hit the fan. Significant change prompts significant questions. These questions may have lingered beneath the surface of busyness (and cluttered thoughts) for a while; and just as some seeds in the forest need fire to ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - Wasted Time Writing About Time - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2009 from Dr. Kam YuenThe Truth written about “time” is that there is really no truth to anything that was written or said in the past or present about it. To make a statement that “time” doesn’t exist, except because of what we've said and thought about it, is not totally true. “Time” exists independent of us, as ...
Views: 1179 - The Power of Your Presence - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2009 from Alan SealeWe often speak of someone having “a powerful presence” or of an organization being “a strong presence in our community”. Yet how often do we stop to think about what it is that creates a strong presence? What is it about that person or organization that makes their presence so powerful? Your ...
Views: 2130(5 votes) - Money is My Heart - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Cynthia Christianson,This message came to me after my morning body sensation contemplation and it’s just getting better and more clear in its power since that moment a few days ago. I have been musing over the concept of what money means to me and how I felt about it for a long time. Finally though, I really “get” ...
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