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- Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5th, 1813 – November 11th, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, social critic, poet, and religious author who many consider to be the first existentialist philosopher. He wrote critical works on organized religion, morality, ethics, psychology, and the philosophy of ...
Views: 168 - Wisdom of Soren Kierkegaard - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloSoren Kierkegaard (May 5th, 1813 – November 11th, 1855) was a Danish philosopher, theologian, social critic, poet, and religious author who many consider to be the first existentialist philosopher. He wrote critical works on organized religion, morality, ethics, psychology, and the philosophy of ...
Views: 173 - Wisdom of Virgil - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2025 from Scott & Stephen PetulloVirgil (October 15, 70 BC – September 21,19 BC), was an ancient Roman poet who composed three of the most famous poems in Latin literature: the Eclogues, the Georgics, and the epic Aeneid. T.S. Eliot, 19th century poet and playwright, said, "What Is a Classic? Whatever the definition we ...
Views: 18 - WISDOM: A NECESSITY FOR AN IMPACTFUL LIFE - Dr. Felix A. Oginni - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Felix OginniWISDOM: A NECESSITY FOR AN IMPACTFUL LIFE By Dr. Felix A. Oginni Every being needs God’s wisdom in thoughts, utterances and in whatever he or she does. What is wisdom? Wisdom can be explained as follows: (i) Good sense that enables one to make sensible decisions and judgments based ...
Views: 1223 - Wise Reminders From Hermann Karl Hesse - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2023 from Scott & Stephen PetulloHermann Karl Hesse (July 2, 1877–August 9, 1962) was a German-Swiss novelist and poet who received the Nobel Prize in Literature. His writings focused on spirituality and the search for self-understanding. Hinduism, Buddhism, and Christianity influenced him the most, but he believed, "for ...
Views: 347 - Wise Reminders From Leonardo da Vinci - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloLeonardo da Vinci (April 15, 1452—May 2, 1519) was an Italian artist, scientist, architect, and engineer. He’s considered one of the greatest painters of all time, along with being a technological genius. Incredibly, da Vinci had no formal training beyond being taught to write, read, and do ...
Views: 363 - Wise words from Adam Smith - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAdam Smith (June 5, 1723 – July 17, 1790) was a Scottish philosopher and economist who is widely considered to be one of the fathers of capitalism and economics. He was also a key figure of the Scottish Enlightenment. Below we list some words of wisdom from Adam Smith. “The first thing ...
Views: 170 - Wise words from Francis Ford Coppola - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloFrancis Ford Coppola (April 7, 1939–) is an American film director, producer and screenwriter. He is considered one of the greatest directors of all time, having received five Academy Awards and six Golden Globes. Patton, The Godfather series, Apocalypse Now, The Cotton Club, Peggy Sue Got ...
Views: 269 - Wise words from Thomas Hobbes - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloThomas Hobbes (April 5th, 1588 – December 20th, 1679) was an English philosopher. He is best known for his 1651 book Leviathan about social contract theory. Hobbes also contributed to ethics, history, geometry, and theology. He’s frequently considered to be one of the founders of modern ...
Views: 241 - Wise words from Willard Van Orman Quine - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2024 from Scott & Stephen PetulloWillard Van Orman Quine (June 25th, 1908 – December 25th, 2000), an American philosopher and logician in the analytic tradition, was known as "one of the most influential philosophers of the twentieth century". Below we list some words of wisdom from Willard Van Orman Quine. "Necessity ...
Views: 100 - Wise words from Zhuangzi - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2023 from Scott & Stephen PetulloZhuang Zhou, also known as Zhuangzi, was a 4th century BC influential Chinese philosopher. He wrote the Zhuangzi, which is one of the foundational texts of Taoism. Below we list some words of wisdom by Zhuangzi. "Do not struggle. Go with the flow of things, and you will find yourself ...
Views: 365 - Wise Words of Mahatma Gandhi - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloMahatma Gandhi (October 2, 1869--January 30 1948) was an Indian civil rights leader who was instrumental in India’s independence from Great Britain. He promoted non-violent resistance and helped rally workers against discrimination and government excess taxation. Below we list some words of ...
Views: 515 - Wise Words of Rudolf Steiner - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloRudolf Joseph Lorenz Steiner (February 25th or 27th, 1861--March 30th, 1925) was an Austrian occultist, social reformer, architect, esotericist, and clairvoyant. He published may works including The Philosophy of Freedom, and founded an esoteric spiritual movement called anthroposophy. ...
Views: 390 - Witches Are For Burning: Insights From Quantum Psychology - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2008 from Jean BoydA new psychology, quantum psychology, is bringing new insights into how both individuals and societies can stop repeating the past. As individuals, we can rapidly free ourselves from our past traumatic experiences, and achieve higher consciousness, by communicating with our unconscious minds in ...
Views: 705 - Without accepting someone as a guru, can we gain spiritual enlightenment simply by reading scriptures or listening to lectures? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2024 from Dada BhagwanThe simple answer is No! One cannot gain spiritual enlightenment by simply reading scriptures and listening to lectures. We may gain some understanding at the intellectual level, but one needs a living Enlightened being (Gnani Purush) to enlighten one’s Soul. To gain liberation, one needs a ...
Views: 141 - Without Women, What Good Would Money Be? - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Ted Ciuba"Without women, what good would money be?" That's a quote from Aristotle Onassis. Of course, as a male, I would subscribe to that. I'm not expecting every woman to subscribe to it, though. And I'm not really talking sexist stuff here. What I mean is that we don't work for the money, and ...
Views: 698 - Women and a Culture that Lives Life on the Surface - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Adriana HillThink about the myriad of routines you engage in throughout your week or just one day. There are so many logistics that we are responsible for as women. If you are a working mom often it feels every moment of your day is accounted for. What would have been your down time is spent planning the ...
Views: 1024 - Woodpecker Came to Visit! - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from James Beard a.k.a. noodinMost people probably don’t talk to animals! Or do they? I guess one turning point from reality is when the animals start talking to the people. Wasn’t that something taken away by Spirit a long time ago because of mans lack of respect for the animals? Most Spirit teachings say that. Maybe it is ...
Views: 2212 - Words Have Power - Choose One and Make it Your Power Word - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2009 from Veronica HayI like to pick a word that represents what I want to experience in any given period of time. It can be a new word for a new year, or a new month, or a new season, whatever you like. You could also choose a word at the start of a new project or even a new relationship. Whatever word you choose ...
Views: 1267 - Words of Wisdom— Abigail Adams - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2023 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAbigail Adams (November 22, 1744 – October 28, 1818) was the spouse and close advisor of John Adams. She was the first second lady of the United States, second first lady of the United States, and the mother of the sixth president of the United States, John Quincy Adams. She was a ...
Views: 370 - Words of Wisdom—Laozi - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2022 from Scott & Stephen PetulloLaozi (translated as "Old Master"), also known as Lao Tzu, or Lao-Tze, proper name Li Er, was an ancient Chinese philosopher and writer. He’s the author of the Tao Te Ching, founder of Taoism, and a deity in religious Taoism and traditional Chinese religions. He is usually portrayed as a ...
Views: 372 - Work Through The Pain - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Frances LucasWe all know physical therapists help us work through the pains we have in our bodies so we can get better. Many of us who have had physical injuries have had to do some type of strengthening to help us get back to normal. When we let an area of our body go that has been injured and don’t do what ...
Views: 1041 - Working Things Out - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Frances LucasWe all have had to live with someone at some point in our lives. Some of us grew up with two parents. Some of us only had one. Many of us had brothers or sisters, then perhaps roommates or spouses. We all know after the newness wears off of relationships, issues begin to come out. There are ...
Views: 968 - World Unity - by Submitted on May 19, 2008 from Jim HagueWe tend to focus too much of the negative outter things of the current world. The bad actions stand out. We tend to think the world is worse then it is. In the New Testament, Mathew 5:9 quoted, "Blessed are the Peace Makers for they will called Sons of God." Devotees who worship God in ...
Views: 1047 - Worldly Possessions - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Frances LucasIf someone asked us to sell everything we had and give them to the poor, would we be willing? Are the things we think we can’t live without really worth living for? We easily get upset when something in the house breaks like the dishwasher or the Internet is down. When we run out of our favorite ...
Views: 1537 - Worriers, Warriors and Worshipers - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Frances LucasIf there was a book today written similar to the Bible containing life stories of people in our generations, who do we believe would be in that book? Who do we know who has lived for God and made a difference? Whose lives have been examples to many because they let God lead their lives? Have we ...
Views: 885 - Worthy - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Darlene MontgomeryIn my work as a speaker on dreams, one key point stands out overall: in most cases dreams are in some way helping individuals to prepare for change. Dreams of fallen elevators, racing cars or homes with windows which can't be opened, all in some way reflect the relationship between the ...
Views: 1535 - WOW - You Really Can Feel Better! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2009 from Louisa DyerWOW – You really can feel better! That is the title of a new e-book containing three guided meditations that almost anyone can do to significantly reduce, and even eliminate, suffering. Two of the processes work better with facilitation, whether with a friend, your own recording, or by ...
Views: 1132 - Wrestling with Neanderthals - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2014 from Qumran TajA man with a four day “shadow” stared out at me from my mirror this morning. It wasn’t a pretty sight. There I stood, quite the specimen, with hair disheveled, evidently trying to escape from my head in all directions like so many desperate passengers aboard a sinking ship. I Sported my ...
Views: 1316 - Yoga and Meditation - Why you need to Understand Your Self? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Anthony DAgostinoLast week we discussed the Multi-Day Challenge. An exercise designed to lead to better understanding and self awareness. Without the ability to think clearly, nor an intensity of feeling and emotion, how can you hope to awaken you inner powers, and abilities. How can there be poise, alertness, ...
Views: 792 - Yoga as a Technique for Altered Consciousness - by Submitted on May 10, 2011 from Walker SharpeYoga is an ancient and quite popular form of meditation, although in the West many people see it as more of a fitness activity or exercise. In its own right, practicing Yoga for the mere sake of health benefits is a wonderful and beneficial activity. However, what many people do not realize is ...
Views: 1125 - You ARE a Powerful Creative Being! - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Vanessa SimpkinsYour job here is to experience yourself in every moment by CHOOSING how you show up. We attract all of our experiences so that we can then choose how to experience ourselves as powerful creators in every moment. We attract the darkness so we can be the light. ~Vanessa Simpkins~ I’ve been ...
Views: 1349 - You are Love - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Leonard JacobsonWhen you are present, you are love, and there’s nothing you can do about it. You radiate love in the same way that a candle flame radiates light and it has nothing to do with who or what you love. Humanity has become hopelessly lost in love. We lose ourselves in the object of our love and in ...
Views: 1070 - You Are More Unique Everyday - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Brenda HoffmanWelcome to Brenda's Blog Channeled by Brenda Hoffman for www.LifeTapestryCreations.com Special Event: Brenda will be the featured guest on Michael Quinsey’s (Michael channels SaLuSa) “Connecting the Light” Friday, December 2nd www.BBSradio.com show at 5 pm Eastern Standard Time and 2 ...
Views: 1225 - You Are the Universe - Not a Child of the Universe - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Brenda HoffmanWelcome to Brenda's Blog Channeled by Brenda Hoffman for www.LifeTapestryCreations.com Special Event: Brenda will be the featured guest on Mike Quinsey’s “Connecting the Light” radio show at www.BBSRadio.com Friday, December 2nd at 2 pm Pacific Standard Time / 5 pm Eastern Standard ...
Views: 1175 - You Are Who You Are, Not What You Do - by Submitted on May 31, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOur perception of the traits and characteristics that make us who we are is often tightly intertwined with how we live our life. We define ourselves in terms of the roles we adopt, our actions and inactions, our triumphs, and what we think are failures. As a result it is easy to identify so ...
Views: 638 - You Can certainly Attract Money in Your Lifetime - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Rishan BWe certainly have a good deal involving wants. A few individuals desire of having a flourishing profession, a well-to-do way of life, a secure financial standing, a protected relationship, or just simply of going to college or maybe eating at that extravagant restaurant someday. Another thing is ...
Views: 981 - You can Shine Brightly - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2019 from Kelly MoyerI wanted to write a post that would let you know how much you are loved and how much you can shine brightly in this world we live in. I don’t think you give yourself enough credit so I am going to help give you a boost. You! Yes You were made to shine and not just a glimmer of shine I am ...
Views: 898 - You Have The Key To Your Own Heart - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontYou Have The Key To Your Own Heart Did you know that you have the key to your own heart? Heart and Soul is Who You Are, and it’s who I am. This has always been the source of my highest guiding self. My heart tells me who I am and also what I want. It moves me into my true passions that ...
Views: 1266 - You Never Get it Right All the Time - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from james liuToday I'm going to talk about Decision, famed principle number 7 in The NEW Think and Grow Rich. You know, so many people today are afraid to make a decision. That's what indecisiveness is; assuming it's not laziness or procrastination, it's that people are afraid. You, as an achiever, have ...
Views: 723 - You Taught Me - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2013 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You taught me to think about the ramifications of my actions, before I do them. You have taught me so many things throughout my lifetime that the list would be too long. But more importantly than the things you taught me, was the way you made me feel. You made me feel loved, and it is that ...
Views: 1397 - You Would Be Surprised - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Frances LucasThere are times in our lives where we don’t think we can do something but we go ahead and do it because we have to or we really want to. We step out in blind faith and attempt whatever it is and find out it wasn’t as bad as we thought it would be. We had been putting it off thinking it was going ...
Views: 921 - You're Not Fat! - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Lisa Kneller...and other truths you need to know. It would be so great if we could only cling to the truth and the truth is you are not fat. You're probably thinking, "Hey, you don't know me and I think I'm pretty fat." And I would reply, fat is extra flesh which lies under the skin (known as visceral ...
Views: 1340 - You're Such A Pig - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2008 from Rosemary Rein(Courtesy of Creative Training Techniques Press) Here’s a training activity I use in my creativity problem solving sessions. Use it to learn more about yourself; Use it to kick off your next team meeting: Use it over the dinner table with your family (when you’re not eating porky). (Important: ...
Views: 1912 - Your Body Has a Voice - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Cindy FisherTake a moment before you continue reading to pay attention to what your body is saying. Yes, your body has a voice. Begin with scanning your body from one end to the other and notice if there are any areas of pain, tension or discomfort. Pick one of those areas, close your eyes, turn inward, and ...
Views: 1251 - Your Dream Reservoir - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Moreen DuFermontYour Dream Reservoir As we all face the necessities of life, its no wonder that we live in a world where adapting to day to day challenges has become so commonplace; however,in order to truly flourish our hearts must stay open to keep our dreams alive! Could you imagine if the world ...
Views: 1175 - Your Full Moon in Pisces Reading 2019 - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2019 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonEmotions are highly charged and fluctuating, like a pendulum back and forth during this full moon. Feelings of intuition ad gut instincts are heightened. This is a time of possible deception and feelings of uncertainty so don’t jump to conclusions. There may be far more to the situation than ...
Views: 751 - Your Last Chance - Do You Take The Blue Pill Or The Red Pill? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2016 from Michael RobeyYour Last Chance - Do You Take The Blue Pill Or The Red Pill? These are the prophetic end times, as per The Revelations, which has all come to a head this year, and a lot more turmoil to come in the next few months, beyond most peoples comprehension. Despite having been forewarned of these ...
Views: 1043 - Your lousy communication skills are hurting yourself and others. Here's what you need to do at once. - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Ruthsella Corasolby Dr. Jeffrey Lant It's time to call a spade a spade. We are members of the most communications savvy and personally wired generation ever. Even the tiniest mite has her cell phone with camera. Yet the truth is, the explosion of communications tools has produced less real communication than ...
Views: 1552 - Your Love Reading for February 2020 - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2020 from Tanisha Snipes-DixonLove is not logical, but when you choose a partner, it is good to have things in common other than desire. This is a time to weigh the pros and cons of your partnership. If you share common interest, go for it. Don’t force it to work. If not, there are other fish in the sea. When someone tells ...
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