Cultivate Life! Magazine

Hypnosis - The Truth Finally Revealed - by Alan B. Densky, CH

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:04:32 +0200

You have been in hypnosis often without even realizing it. Hypnosis is the alpha level of consciousness. You pass through this daydream like state as you fall asleep at night. And you pass through it again as you awaken in the morning. Research has proven that if you watch much television, you are in this alpha state for two-thirds of your viewing time. If you have ever watched a sad TV show and reacted with a tear in your eye, you have been hypnotized by the television.

Embracing Your Divinity - by Linda Zander

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:03:32 +0200

We've lost ourselves. We've lost the truth of who we are as human beings. We've turned our power over to negative thought forms and beliefs put into place thousands of years ago. These negative thought forms and beliefs were created with a single purpose in mind-to control our thoughts, actions and behaviors to the benefit of those who would wield power over us.

The Power of Fast Decisions - by Stephen Svanholm

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:02:49 +0200

The power and strength with which we move through the world is in direct proportion to our ability to make decisions. By default our impact on others, our certainty, our strength of character, and our congruence can also in many ways be traced back to this. If we make fast decisions, yes, we may sometimes make mistakes but we will not be stagnating and more often than not we will make amazing leaps forward, synchronicities will even occur.

Life Lessons: Getting Over It - by Pat Campbell

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:02:02 +0200

We all have (or have had) things from our past that haunt us. No matter what we do they seem to be there with us especially when we aren't being distracted by other people and events. Sometimes we deliberately keep ourselves busy to avoid thinking about our "ghosts" and "skeletons in the closet." But that is not the solution; it is just postponing the time when you are forced to deal with it.

The Word "NO" May Be Your Best Friend - by Dr. Linda Sapadin

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:01:19 +0200

Some people just don't know how to say "no", whereas others say "no" just as soon as the words tumble out of the speaker's mouth. If you lean more toward the former, this article is for you. It's time for you to develop the self-assurance to say "no" - to your kids, to your spouse, to your parent, to a friend, to a salesperson, to whomever.

How to Control Your Kids Outside of the House - by Megan Devine

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:00:36 +0200

Many parents wish they could ensure that their children behave according to their family's values and rules when they are outside the home. While it's a common wish, know that it's not necessarily realistic. Your child will encounter different rules and different levels of acceptable behavior once they leave your home - whether it's at school, or if it happens when they leave the nest for good.

Freedom of the Mind -by Marlen Buffa

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:52:33 +0200

As our nation moves into its 233rd year of independence from Great Britain, we find ourselves, in many ways, more enslaved than ever before. Exterior forces such as more government regulation and requirements, an adherence to a world standard which, by its own accord negates our Declaration of Independence, and most importantly the abdication of our own inner personal freedoms carve a path of confinement rather than liberty.

Dealing with Multiple Losses - H2H Coaching by Maurice Turmel

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:51:51 +0200

Twenty-seven years ago my twelve-year-old daughter has suddenly died with epilepsy. I have never recovered from her death as I always feel there's something missing within me.

Remembering Past Lifetimes (Part Two) - by Carolyn Rowley

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:50:23 +0200

When one remembers their past lifetimes, they remember unconditional love. This is because the soul can reconnect those spaces between lifetimes where they were given the opportunity to review the previous life. It is in that space that one is given unconditional love and it is subconsciously remembered.

The Power of Our Thoughts - by Mary Ann Bailey, MC

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:49:14 +0200

It has been estimated that the human mind processes 60,000 thoughts a day. Although this is an amazing statistic, I would love to know how many of those 60,000 thoughts actually move us forward in our lives and how many hold us back. I would venture to say that a majority of them do much more to hinder us than to help us.

Under Stress? Express Yourself! - by Claudette Rowley

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:48:27 +0200

Have you ever noticed that under stress, we often communicate less effectively? The "under stress, we regress" syndrome kicks in and sometimes we might as well be speaking a foreign language. When our stress levels are heightened, even normally clear communication can get short circuited.

A Time for Everything - by Rob McBride

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:47:35 +0200

There is a time for everything and everything has its time... Recently, while thinking about all things which occur in our lives, I realized many are considered "good" or "bad," "right" or "wrong." As I analyzed the meanings of each, I readily understood there is neither good nor bad; right nor wrong. Instead, there are so many different shades of grey.

The Seven Myths About Manifesting Abundance - by Linda Zander

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:47:42 +0200

We've heard it all a million times: the various secrets of how to manifest lives of abundance. Every "Guru" has their own angle; a singular approach to manifesting that we've all tried. And yet, in spite of the countless Gurus offering books, programs, products, etc that espouse the "secret to manifesting" we are in the biggest Global economic and well-being crisis since the Great Depression. What does that say? That somehow we, as brilliant and intelligent human beings have failed the "secrets" that have been taught to us? I know this is not true.

Perfection in the Imperfect - by Debbie Milam

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 19:45:53 +0200

What a wake up call nature provided for my heart today. After several days of my children bickering, acting out, pushing my buttons, triggering my inner child and other assorted adolescent antics I was deep in crazed parent mode. I completely stepped out of every positive parenting practice that I have not only embraced but taught.

My life is being ruined by my fears and phobias - how can I deal with them? - by Maurice Turmel

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:07:22 +0200

Please can you help, I'm 42 years old and for the past 12 years have been living in a nightmare situation. It all started when traveling in the car with my husband, in a flash I had this vision I was going to open the car door and fall into the surrounding traffic. I was so scared we had to pull over while I calmed down. It happened again the next time I was in the car. After that I was too scared...

From Recession To Renaissance: A Personal and Global Opportunity - by Linda Zander

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:06:13 +0200

We have reached a great moment in the history of the evolution of human consciousness and we stand at the tipping point of either achieving a great renaissance, rebirth, revival and resurgence of our personal and Global resources or of continuing to perpetuate the consciousness that robs us of our ability to achieve the security, stability, sustainability, peace and fulfillment that we all seek.

Get Used to Uncertainty - by Marcia Weider

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:05:25 +0200

Can you imagine actually being comfortable with the unknown and uncertainty? Uncertainty provides an opportunity to stop, check in and make powerful choices to clear away what's no longer true, so you have more time and space for new dreams that are aligned with who you are NOW.

How to Feel Settled in an Unsettled World - by Mary Ann Bailey

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:02:11 +0200

One of the main themes among my clients these days is the sense of unsettledness. Some of them have lost their jobs and are in the process of finding a new career path. Some have been thinking about retiring; however with the current economic situation they are now rethinking and redesigning their timeline. Others have no immediate crisis, but have absorbed much of the fear and uncertainty that is so pervasive right now.

Self-Esteem and Self-Sufficiency Are Urgent Economic Needs -by Karla Brandau

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:01:27 +0200

Once in a while you have to clean out your files. That is the mood I was in last week when I ran on a newspaper article I clipped several years ago by John Rosemond. The article was titled: Keeping a child happy can destroy self-esteem. I was intrigued a second time. ..

Knowledge of God - by Barnabas Tiburtius

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:00:10 +0200

As man's knowledge explodes in the twenty first century, the knowledge of God is increasingly finding an urgent need for redefining if human consciousness needs to evolve to the next higher level through an egalitarian spirituality.

A Reincarnation Story - by Jo Leonard

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:50:29 +0200

I'd been working at the international headquarters of a spiritual organization in Menlo Park, California. As most of the employees were members of this particular organization, lunch table conversations naturally centered on subjects inherent to the teaching, subjects such as dreams, past lives, and the shortest path home to God.

My Top 5 Benefits Of Fasting - by Jeremy Reeves

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 19:49:21 +0200

Although there are a lot more benefits of fasting that I'm not listing here, these are the top 5 reasons why I personally fast...

Why Marketing Needs to Evolve - by Sam Rosen

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:15:51 +0200

We find ourselves in the midst of an ethical crisis. Yes, the numbers of our global financial system seem to be in disarray; but they represent mere emblems of a much deeper issue: namely, that the values we share, the decisions we make, and the cultural patterns we so consistently reify, as a collective, are in need of a profound evolution, a leap, a total revolution.

Grief Counseling and You - by Maurice Turmel

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:01:31 +0200

Back in my practice days I saw many individuals who were suffering the effects of grief and loss after having lost a close loved one. This could include a friend, spouse, child, partner, parent or other relative who had passed on suddenly due to illness or accident. Occasionally I was presented with a couple where one of them had recently received a terminal illness diagnosis and only had months to live. All of these situations were particularly traumatic in their own way.

Which Came First, the Chicken or the Egg? - by Karen Wright

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:00:20 +0200

This riddle keeps our minds wrapped in a never-ending search for truth. You can't have an egg without first having a chicken... but then, where did the chicken come from? It's a conundrum that might also apply to a more elemental issue: who are we and what are we doing?

Break Free and Start Living Life to the Fullest - by Ron Balagot

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:59:34 +0200

Do you sometimes feel like you are chained up in a cage? Or feel like you are inside prison walls? If so, why do you think that is? Is it possible that you are not being completely true to yourself? That you are living a lie? In other words, could it be that you are not living who you "really" are? Not doing what makes you happy or what makes you at peace with yourself? Listen...

Surrender to Merge - by Barnabas Tiburtius

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:58:48 +0200

It is the fallacy of religious 'dogma promoters' that our source of being lies somewhere else. This is mainly due to the teachings of religions which had located God as the source and outside of oneself. But all original thought leaders in various religious traditions have always insisted that the source is not outside of oneself.

Master Your Mind to Achieve Your Dreams - by Marcia Weider

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:57:55 +0200

During these challenging times what are you thinking? Are you focusing on your dreams or your doubts? Are you moving toward what you want or immobilized in the face of the unknown or uncertainty? If you are not consciously managing your mind, what you may wind up with (by default) are limiting negative thoughts or beliefs that can lead to the demise of your dreams and your happiness.

Being Ten Years Younger - by Ken Graydon

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:57:12 +0200

It all began, when a friend became pregnant at forty years of age. There were some difficulties and the doctor ordered months of bed rest. I devised a healing program to take this lady back to the 'perfect age' to have her first child. Her Higher Self nominated 25 as the perfect age and we used a combination of healing protocols to go back in time and there were some immediate beneficial results.

The Tale Of The Supermarket Cyclops - by Jeremy Reeves

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:56:17 +0200

I walked down the aisle of a local supermarket, picking up a few healthy items to eat during the week. I turn up the dairy aisle trying not to be tempted by the fabulous displays of food that would plant fat on my body faster than sitting around eating bon-bons all day watching TV. And then it happened...

Trans4mind comes alive in Spanish! - by Peter Shepherd

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:21:00 +0200

The Spanish-language version of Trans4mind has just come online. The Trans4mind service provider Eugenio Rincón, who lives in Mexico, has done a great job in the last six months, translating key materials and making Trans4mind come alive for the 350 million people around the world who speak Spanish as their native language.

Be a Powerful Voice! - by Suzann Rye

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:19:18 +0200

I believe that anything is possible, that anything you set your heart and mind to achieve, you can. And I believe that we are all born with infinite wisdom. If we don't get too distracted, if we don't forget what we know and intuitively feel to be true, we will instinctively understand what to do with our lives, which way to go, and how to fulfill our dreams. Our heart will tell us.

Time-Tested Tips for Living a Balanced Life - by Lori Radun

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:18:34 +0200

Maintaining balance in life is an always changing process, just as our lives are constantly changing. Balance is not some static goal that we achieve and then move on. We achieve balance in the moment, understanding that in the next moment everything may change.

How Honest Are You With Yourself? - by Ron Balagot

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 20:17:59 +0200

Why is it so important to ask yourself this question? Because it could mean the difference between reaching your dreams and simply going around in circles (or always being confused why you're not getting anywhere). It could also mean the difference between getting what you "really" want and getting what "you only think" you want (meaning, you only think you want it, because deep down inside, others want it for you, and you want to please them).

The Law of Attraction - The Good, The Bad, The Ugly - by Bruce Muzik

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 19:36:10 +0200

I've been doing some Google research on "universal laws" this morning and I was interested to discover how much total BS is being touted as the truth on the Internet. In this article, I'm going to reveal an incorrect myth about the Law of Attraction and we'll look at how long it should take before you actually see results.

Being in the Now - by Stefanie Miller

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:45:11 +0200

When we can stay focused in the present moment we can deal with what is happening. If we are busy worrying about the future and what might happen and what could go wrong we are using our precious energy concerning ourselves with things that might not ever come to be and lose sight of the options we have and the things we have control over handling. The same goes for spending our energy thinking about the past and what we should have done or how we wish things had turned out.

What If I Don't Want to Grow? - by Jeff Scholl

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:44:07 +0200

I've had some people ask me over the past few years, "What if I don't want to grow?" My answer to them before was, "Then don't. You don't have to grow if you don't want to." That was the answer I had at the time and it was incorrect. My answer now is, "You already are growing. It is impossible not to. We are all growing whether we want to or not. All of us are connected through Spirit. Our very souls are pulling us forward and the pressure you feel is not coming from outside of you. It is coming from inside of you. Your resistance to growth is the cause of the pressure."

Your Soul's Plan - by Rob Shwartz

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:43:08 +0200

So often, when something "bad" happens to us, it appears to be purposeless suffering. But what if our most difficult experiences are actually rich with hidden purpose - purpose that we ourselves planned before we were born? Could it be that we choose our life's circumstances, relationships, and events?

Listen, Don't Solve - by Dr. Linda Sapadin

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:41:47 +0200

To make himself feel comfortable, he offers solutions; she rejects them. He feels ineffectual; she feels isolated. Why can't she appreciate his input? She might, but not until her flood of emotions has subsided. Advice may be welcome but not when the timing is off. So what's a guy to do? Here are a few tips...

"I'm Right and You're Wrong!" Is Your Child a Know-it-All? - by James Lehman, MSW

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:40:42 +0200

Does your child always insist that they're right and everyone else is wrong? Some kids have a bad habit of asserting their opinions by drowning out everyone else in the room--regardless of whether or not they know what they're talking about. Understandably, this overbearing behavior can be very annoying and frustrating for both parents and family members alike.

How Do I Find My Soulmate When I Can't Even Get a Date?! - by Tanya Haden Tebb

Sat, 30 May 2009 18:39:59 +0200

Ladies, I have a question for you: Do you wonder why you can't find your dream man? Do you long for a soulmate, your one true love, that man who will whisk you away to your happily ever after? If you do, ask yourself this: Why haven't you found him yet? And, while you're flashing back on all the reasons why, consider this...

Remembering Past Lifetimes (Part One) - by Carolyn Evers

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:16:25 +0200

This article is the first of a 40-part series, ending in Autumn 2012. The series will then be widely released in Dec 2012 as a freely available ebook, so as many people as possible will understand how they can participate in the Ascension - the transformation of the human race to become guided by and one with Unconditional Love in nature and being.

Being Yourself - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:14:38 +0200

How many times have you felt anxious when you were required to face a stressful situation, such as interviewing for a new job, speaking in public, or going on a date with a prospective new love interest? And how many times, when you asked your closest friends or mentors for advice, did they try to allay your fears by telling you, "Don't worry - just be yourself"?

Self Understanding - by Gary Bate

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:13:31 +0200

The understanding of oneself is a journey that takes many years of self-contemplation and worldly observation. Without the exposure to one who is advanced on the path, it is a journey that many people may never even become aware of. I am not a religious person but I do recognise that there have been many great beings who have graced our history. Their central message was never about devotional service or worship of them, but was about YOU discovering the truth about yourself.

How Healthy is Your Relationship? - by Dr. Linda Sapadin

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:12:50 +0200

Some couples look like they really have it together until the day they shock even their best friends with the announcement that they're getting divorced. Other couples, in contrast, frequently bicker and find fault. Yet, the next day they wake up relaxed, smiling, and appreciative of one another.

Resolving Conflicts in the Workplace - by Roxanne Emmerich

Sat, 23 May 2009 19:11:57 +0200

The dysfunctional workplace is a killer. Untreated it will kill off your customer base, your profits, and your joy for living as surely as anything. As managers, leaders and top executives within your organization you've got to kill the conflicts in your workplace first before dysfunction takes hold. Here are the top ten workplace conflicts that disrupt organizations - and the cure for each...

The Genie - by Eldon Taylor

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:11:22 +0200

All of us have minds, of course, and evidence suggests that when we come into the world our minds aren't blank slates, despite the tabula-rasa argument by the German philosopher Immanuel Kant.1 No, it appears that certain predispositions and even some types of knowledge (cell memory and more) are already written in our minds when we make our first inhalation. Still, the content of our mind that's acquired following birth is the beginning of what we shall eventually hold as both our identity and our knowledge/beliefs.

Take Back Your Power - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:08:02 +0200

You need not blindly accept whatever fate or expectation your parents, siblings, teachers, political leaders, media commentators, friends or co-workers have dictated for you. You not only have the right, but the responsibility, to decide, for yourself, what you think. To do so, you must become aware of your thoughts. You may well discover that the majority of thoughts that you think every day are not even your own. You may further discover that many of these thoughts are disempowering, intended to induce fear or otherwise direct your behavior.

Treat the Person, not the Disease - by Marlene Buffa

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:05:22 +0200

While advancements in modern medicine provide us with amazing prevention and recovery results, the true healing lies within. Ancient practices of acupuncture for instance, clear the obstacles that prevent the body from healing itself. As we grow more self-aware and in tune with ourselves and our power, we harness the energy to maintain perfect health - with or without the aid of the medical community. PLUS: An Interview with Remote Healer John Cate.

ADD and ADHD - a New Epidemic? - by Esther Andrews

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:03:47 +0200

Until recently (just one or two decades) we haven't heard of ADD and ADHD as often as we do now. Now, suddenly these two disorders are household terms, known to just about every parent and educator. What happened?

Are You Embarrassed by Your Child's Behavior? - by James Lehman, MSW

Sun, 17 May 2009 12:02:46 +0200

When you have a child who acts out, throws tantrums or is disrespectful, their embarrassing behavior can make you want to curl up into a little ball and hide. Here, James Lehman, MSW gives you some tips on how to cope--and how to teach your child the skills he needs.

The Unconscious Mind - by Ken Ward

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:36:28 +0200

The king of the Ancient Greek Gods, Zeus gave Pandora a box, with instructions never to open it. She was also given the gift of curiosity, which made her unable to resist opening the box and releasing the miseries and perils of Mankind. This story is told in many forms in many cultures, including the story of Eve and the Serpent in Genesis. The common denominator of these stories may be the universal unconscious mind. In some way we keep our miseries trapped in a box so they cannot hurt us. And we try to push any negative thoughts and experiences into this box so they cannot affect us.

Listening to Your Inner Master - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:35:39 +0200

We have a spiritual responsibility to take back our power - to think our own thoughts and avoid blindly accepting the edicts and opinions of others. The ability to think is a God-given gift that humans enjoy. By tapping into your inner master and interpreting the intuitions that you receive, you are using this gift for its highest purpose. The tricky part is distinguishing the voice of your inner master (or higher self) from the voice of your ego.

The Power of Belief - by Peter Shepherd

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:34:29 +0200

Our beliefs strongly influence our behavior. They motivate us and shape what we do. For instance, it is difficult to learn anything without the belief that it will be pleasant and to our advantage. What are beliefs? How are they formed and how do we maintain them? Beliefs are our guiding principles, the inner maps we use to make sense of the world. They give stability and continuity; they are stable data that helps us to make order out of confusion. Shared beliefs give a deeper sense of rapport and community.

How to Generate a Feeling of Love NOW - by Justin Carboneau

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:33:49 +0200

Over the past few months, as part of the process of putting together our new program "The Love Experience," we've tried lots of different methods to generate feelings of Love and joy. There are probably an infinite number of ways to generate a feeling of Love. When we were interviewing Love experts from around the world, we asked them how to generate a feeling of Love. They shared a lot of great exercises and practices that we can do to get that feeling.

The True "Perfect" Partner - by William Weil

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:32:11 +0200

Previously, I would have thought that the ideal partner would be someone who had all my broken parts handled for herself. What I learned is that my ideal partner - based on my higher goal for myself as outlined above - needed to have three qualities; perhaps this is true for you, too.

Two People Who Love Each Other - by Gary Bate

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:30:16 +0200

They are two people who choose to come together to share minds and thus realities: to enrich their experiences of life. They are mindful in their relationship and find reasons to come together rather than excuses to be apart. They are clean, meaning they are not dragging any 'old partners' around with them. They realise that everyone else in their lives are only there because they want them to be there; otherwise they would be a distant memory.

Do It Anyway - by Mary Ann Bailey

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:30:32 +0200

When was the last time you wanted to do something outside the normal routine of your life? Maybe you wanted to take a photography or pottery class. Maybe you wanted to train for a marathon. Maybe there is a special trip you wanted to take or maybe you had been thinking about volunteering at a local nonprofit.

Your Mighty Mind: Can It Help with Recession? - by Piercarla Garusi

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:30:55 +0200

I am sure you are familiar with metaphysics and the power of thought, which is: what we think about we bring about, like attracts like, positive attracts positive. And so, what happens in our life, we have created it with our mind, conscious and subconscious. Some people wonder what the subconscious mind is, the subconscious mind is simply what we are not currently conscious about. In the subconscious mind there are beliefs, memories, programs, etc.; and so, conscious and subconscious thoughts, beliefs, programs determine how we feel and our reality.

Do You Dread Coming Home To Your Kids? - by James Lehman

Sun, 10 May 2009 18:31:11 +0200

"On the way home from work every day, I start getting stressed out because I know that my 15-year-old son will be there waiting, ready to start a fight with me. There are times when I just want to turn the car around and not deal with him anymore, but I know that's wrong. I'm so tired of the screaming matches and power struggles. What can I do?"

Transformative Tools to Enroll, Influence and Empower - by Steve Taubman

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:20:06 +0200

The Inner Selling Institute has created a unique sales mastery system to teach sales professionals, business owners and entrepreneurs to predictably dominate their preferred market niche. Dr. Steve Taubman and the ISI faculty train sales teams and individuals to master the three important psychological sales triggers; energy, belief, and presence.

Logosynthesis - Change through the Magic of Words - by Willem Lammers, MSc.

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:19:05 +0200

Logosynthesis is a new, remarkably elegant and efficient system for guided change - psychotherapy, coaching, and counseling. It can also be used as a self-help tool. This new system contains elements from many models in the field: energy psychology, transactional analysis, NLP, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, self-psychology and hypnotherapy, in an extremely effective combination. The author, myself, first introduced the model in 2005, and since then it has been continuously expanded.

Our Feeling State - by Maurice Turmel, PhD

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:17:27 +0200

Ever wonder what it would be like to have a life without feeling? Would it be possible to enjoy anything at all? Could one be happy or sad without being in touch with their feelings? I would have to say impossible! Our feelings are our life blood. They fuel the energy that we create with. They tell us about our state of being, happiness or sadness, and everything in between. Our feelings are our life. They drive us. They unnerve us. They jostle us into action.

A New Life - by Gary Bate

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:16:33 +0200

We are all here, individually and collectively, to evolve ourselves and thus humanity as a whole, beyond our existing known boundaries. This means that individually we are to change from our existing state of being to become a higher, more evolved state of being. Our existing personalities are a combination of our inherited genes and the social conditioning of the society in which we live. Different cultures impose different conditioning upon the minds of their citizens by virtue of their way of life. It all amounts to a limitation of mind.

Dis-Identifying from Your Emotions - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:15:14 +0200

Saying "I am angry," is one of the most disempowering phrases you can ever utter. Not only does saying it deny the reality of the situation, more dangerously, using the word "AM" equates an emotion with who you are. This is a surefire path to suffering. The ego is responsible for misleading you into identifying yourself with your body, emotions and thoughts. You may have a body, feel emotions and think thoughts, but none of these are who you are. You are a magnificent spiritual being. Identifying with anything other than your true spiritual nature will eventually lead to suffering.

A Strong Inner Offense - by Karla Brandau

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:14:08 +0200

I grew up playing the piano and trying to be fine and refined. When I fell in love, I fell in love with a man who had played quarterback on the football team. One of the first experiences I had with Steve and football was his choice of a movie: a made for TV show about the Green Bay Packers and the legendary coach, Vince Lombardi.

The Three Skills Every Child Needs for Good Behavior - by James Lehman

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:13:00 +0200

When you have a child who acts out and is disrespectful or disruptive, it's easy to compare him to the so-called "good kids" who never seem to get into trouble or give their parents grief. Many people feel hopeless about the possibility of ever teaching their child to "magically" become the kind of well-behaved member of the family they envisioned before they had him.

Four Traits Of A 'Power Manifestor' - by Bruce Muzik

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:08:48 +0200

I get a lot of questions from people about how to get actual real world results from the Law Of Attraction. It's not so difficult to manifest an empty parking space or a beneficial coincidence, but it takes something more to manifest the bigger things like first class travel, houses, cars, jobs, relationships, health and material wealth.

Ascension and 2012 - by Richard Presser

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:07:57 +0200

Ascension is seen by many spiritually inclined as a possibility for this current lifetime. Knowledge of the ending of the Mayan calendar in 2012 is also widely recognised, yet these two are not widely connected. They were not for me until late in 2008. Many people who are not specifically focussed on Ascension recognise the need for a change in how we live on Earth, and see, perhaps, a realization by enough of humanity that things must change, or see some alien intervention as being the explanation. Why is this sense of change bubbling up for so many people at this time? It's because we all viewed what is about to unfold before we came. On some level, we all remember this, even though we may not have understood the specifics.

Anger - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:06:52 +0200

After fear, anger is probably the next most debilitating emotion that humans must confront. Unlike fear, anger is a complex emotion. And unlike fear, which usually paralyzes, anger can spur you to take action, though not necessarily in a beneficial way. Reacting to anger-provoking events will usually make things worse.

The Lighthouse - by Stefanie Miller

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:05:34 +0200

I was in a Wyland Gallery many years ago and was introduced to the paintings by the artist James Coleman. From the moment I saw his paintings I was deeply touched, he is my favorite artist of all time. When I gaze at the scenes he creates of the Lighthouse my heart is deeply touched. My soul resonates with the symbolism of the Lighthouse.

Powerful Tips To Help You Become A Highly Effective Speaker/Presenter - Part II - by Ron Balagot

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:05:51 +0200

So go ahead, then, and use these powerful techniques whenever you speak/present to an audience. You'll be amazed at how much more impact your speeches or presentations will have.

When Your Child Says, "I Don't Fit In" - by James Lehman

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:06:07 +0200

Every child feels like they don't fit in at some point. Even adults feel that way occasionally: we all experience being "alone in a room full of people." With kids, the need to be part of a group is instinctual; it's survival. They want to fit in and be like everyone else because it gives them a sense of safety and security. So when your child tells you they don't fit in, they're also saying, "I don't feel safe." The anxiety comes from thoughts of, "I'm different; I'm vulnerable." And sadly, other children tend to focus on kids who are different and can be very cruel.

Become A Highly Effective Speaker/Presenter - by Ron Balagot

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:54:45 +0200

For those who are not too familiar with the term visualization, which is sometimes called mental imagery or mental rehearsal, basically, what you do is you imagine in your mind's eye the kind of performance you would like to give... with as much detail as possible... and also, the kind of end result you would like from your performance. And it can be done with your eyes open or closed.

Fear - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:48:51 +0200

Fear is the anticipation of future pain. It's been said that 90% of humans are motivated to avoid pain, while only 10% seek pleasure. It's no surprise that we suffer from fear. We've been trained to fear from an early age. Don't play in traffic - fear of getting run over. Don't talk to strangers - fear of being abducted. Don't misbehave or Mommy won't love you - fear of abandonment.

Today's Economy Demands A Critical Skill: Optimism - by Eileen McDargh

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:47:58 +0200

Global warming. Water shortages. Terrorism. Failing health care system. Wars around the globe. Gas prices. Severe economic downturn. Look at the headlines and it's enough to make you stay in bed. But wait! There is hope. It's not the cock-eyed optimism sung about in South Pacific, the hottest show on Broadway. Rather it's what psychologists in France are calling "intelligent optimism." Such optimism does not deny the reality of today's world, but rather seeks to LEARN how to fashion a life amid such difficulties.

Pursue Your Passions... Big Time! - by Bob Doyle

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:46:26 +0200

Whether your lifelong dream includes opening your own restaurant, writing a book, making a movie, or playing a new musical instrument, there's an online event that's prepared to get even the biggest couch potatoes off the sofa and into action this Summer. The Boundless Living Challenge - a free, innovative, 45 day online event beginning soon - is specifically designed to help people move through all of the stages of making their passions come true... in just over a month! No hanging about!

Faith in the Future - by Claudette Rowley

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:45:35 +0200

"Look at the world. It's so beautiful." I had just sat down to write this column when my six year old son startled me with this statement. Ethan's words were a timely reminder that great changes contain the possibility of something better and greater for all of us.
Change is certainly afoot. We are in the midst of global economic, financial and environmental transitions. We are being called to identify choices, make decisions, and operate differently than ever before.

Lucid Being

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:44:51 +0200

Infinite Being is the 'I Am' consciousness within you. It has also been called the Absolute, the All That Is, the Godhead, Brahman, the Isness, and the Tao. Because of its unmoving, pure beingness, some people have been tempted to call it a state of non-being. However, non-being is one of those impossibilities of the universe. Everything is conscious, even the tranquil, unruffled state of pure beingness which exists behind all things.

How To Really Talk To Your Therapist: Four Collaborative Steps - by Steven A. Frankel, M.D.

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:43:59 +0200

People who go into therapy frequently report good experiences where the patient feels understood and well-supported by the therapist, who uses his or her therapeutic skills to facilitate a discovery and healing process. But what if your therapy frustrates you? What if your therapist is off base and you don't seem to be making progress? What happens if you can't communicate with your therapist? Here are several tips for getting more out of your therapy by learning how to REALLY communicate with your therapist.

How to Help Your Child's Self-Esteem - by James Lehman, MSW

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:40:48 +0200

When a child has low self-esteem, many parents search endlessly for ways to make them feel better about themselves. They compliment their child for minor accomplishments or lower the standards to make them feel better, and nothing changes. They want to fix the problem now, when in reality, they should be coaching their child on how they can overcome their issues on their own. There are three key roles you can play to help your child develop genuine self-esteem.

Habit - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:18:29 +0200

This simple statement is deceptively profound. Most people's lives are comprised of a collection of habits that dictate many of their physical, emotional and mental actions and reactions. Depending on the level of conscious awareness you invest in a habit's creation, habits can either enslave you, turning you into a mindless automaton, or free you to pursue creative, joyful activities that enhance and give meaning to your life. Most people have a mixture of good and bad habits.

The Balancing Act - by Stephanie Marston

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:17:37 +0200

One of the things I run into a lot when speaking to people, especially during these challenging times is that they often believe that they should ignore work/life balance. In fact, the truth is quite the contrary. During difficult times, work/life balance becomes even more critical.

When One Heals We All Heal - by Debbie Milam

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:16:53 +0200

There comes a day when the pain of living as we always have can no longer be. A day when the masks of denial become so constricting that we lose sight of who we are. At that moment, an extraordinary group of teachers appear, encouraging us to risk letting go of the cloaks of adversity that have shrouded our souls for so very long.

What We Think About All Day Long - by Philip E. Humbert

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:16:14 +0200

There is great wisdom in the idea that "we become what we think about most of the time". The human brain is a goal-seeking, problem-solving machine, and the things we think about, focus on, and worry about inevitably shape our destiny. We all know this, and yet most of us completely fail to see (or seize) the opportunity.

The Message in the Madness - by Karen Wright

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:15:31 +0200

Endlessly it drones on... economic times are tough and predicted to get worse before they get better. There's no doubt that many of us have felt the financial pinch and some have felt the dagger. Yet, others, who've experience no drastic changes at all, are wondering what all the bellyaching is about. But, regardless of the moment you currently find yourself in, the world's wake-up call is loudly gonging throughout the planet. All those prophetic signs on street corners held by bleary-eyed messengers were right, "The end is near."

The Gateway to Spiritual Consciousness - by Owen Waters

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:14:46 +0200

Love is the saving grace of all of humanity. We contact this primal energy in our finest moments. From the moment a baby is born, it is enshrouded in the unselfish love of its mother. From the moment a person springs into action to save others from peril, their own thoughts of survival are 'overlighted' by the love and caring that shines from their heart.

Dare to Experiment With Your Ideas... by Ron Balagot

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:14:06 +0200

An excellent quality you'll want to develop in yourself, if you want to experience more fulfillment in life, is the willingness or courage to experiment. It is one of the key qualities of highly creative people. In fact, without this quality, many inventions, creative works, and more would have never materialized. They would have just stayed ideas in people's minds. And as a result, we would not have benefited from them.

What to Do When Your Stepkids Disrespect You - by James Lehman, MSW

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 12:13:21 +0200

Over the years, many parents in blended families have come to me to talk about the subject of disrespect. In some cases, their stepkids didn't respect them, and in others, their biological child did not respect their new spouse. The truth is a child may never respect his stepparent, but he does have to know that he can't get away with being rude or obnoxious to them. The only way to achieve the desired behavior is to be certain you and your spouse are united in making sure that your kids treat you with respect.

Do You Like the Person You Are Alone With? - by Gabriella Kortsch, Ph.D.

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:20:39 +0100

Funny question, isn't it? Do you like the person you are alone with? If you are alone, there is no one with you ... other than yourself. So what about it? Do you like the person you are alone with? Do you like yourself? Enjoy spending time with yourself? Look forward to being alone with yourself? Consider yourself good company? Are you comfortable with yourself? Would you choose yourself as a friend, if you were not you?

Escaping the Matrix - by Edwin Harkness Spina

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:19:28 +0100

Within the Matrix, are countless fear-based thoughts and emotions that condition us to accept limitations. We are taught that we have little power, and what little power we do have, we are advised to delegate to authority figures and experts. Swimming in a sea of negative thoughts, we are prompted to use our creative ability to imagine even more negative thoughts. Without introspection, the Matrix gets darker and more dense.

Effortless Action - by Owen Waters

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:18:26 +0100

The Chinese philosopher, Lao Tse ("Lay-OTE-say") gave teachings which were designed to confuse the conscious mind. The idea was that, when the conscious mind tires and gets out of the way, the seeker could discover the deeper truths within.

Psychological Stress - by Gary Bate

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:17:13 +0100

When I was a youngster I remember my parents and grandparents telling me that my health was the most important thing in my life 'because without it you can't do anything' or words to that effect. I wonder if they knew they were imparting ancient wisdom to me? It is now obvious to me, that as a society, we don't live in accordance with this parental advice and neither do the parents that give it! Most people do not make their health their number one priority in life but rather they pursue materialism and sex to try to fill a bottomless pit; which of course can never be filled!

Experiencing Our Feelings - by Stefanie Miller

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:16:20 +0100

This past full moon and lunar eclipse were very powerful for me. I experienced the energies quite intensely. The night before and after the full moon I couldn't sleep at all. I experienced all the pent up emotions I carried within me. A major illumination finally occurred to me concerning a situation I repeatedly attract in my life. I realized I attract people that will tell or show me in various ways that I am not good enough. I have struggled with low self esteem throughout my life. I receive this message from people that I care about and it hurts me so deeply. I saw that the reason I keep getting this message that I am not worthy of being treated good is because I don't value myself enough or feel I am worthy.

Why Don't Consequences Work for My Teen? - by Megan Devine

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 14:39:14 +0100

If you're having trouble giving effective consequences to your teen, know that you are not alone. Many parents tell me that nothing seems to work, and that coming up with the right thing for their child can seem like an impossible task. If you're the parent of an adolescent, you may have grounded your child, taken away their video games, or suspended their driving privileges for months on end. But as James Lehman says, you can't punish kids into acceptable behavior--it just doesn't work that way.

Can Alcohol Help You LOSE Fat? - by Jeremy Reeves

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 14:38:01 +0100

I can pretty much guarantee you that this post is going to stir up some controversy over time, because people are going to read the title, then make their own conclusions with actually reading what I'm about to say. But today, I want to tell you how I came up with an idea for how alcohol can actually help you lose fat, then I'm going to reveal something that you absolutely need to think about when looking at fat loss programs.

The Secret Code of The Heart - by Paul Bauer

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:00:50 +0100

For many years, I bought into the belief that the mind was the most powerful part of us. Like many as they begin their journey, I got caught up in trap of thinking that whatever I could want badly enough would come to pass. But "something funny happened along the way..." It didn't always work. In fact, the more I wanted, the more frustrated I felt.

They're All Out of Step but Our John - by Wallace Huey

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:59:38 +0100

My grandmother used to tell me the story of a proud mother who stood beside her at the passing out parade of soldiers who had completed their training in the First World War. "Look," this mother exclaimed, "They're all out of step but our John!" Often while treading the spiritual path, the path of personal integrity, I feel like John - and my mother, looking on, sees me out of step with the "regiment" of which I am a part.

Broken or Broken Open? - by Karen Wright

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:58:34 +0100

What's a seven-letter word for setting a goal, trying through thick and thin to make it happen and realizing you're just not going to make it? F-a-i-l-u-r-e? That's what most people might call it. Heck, that's even what I've been calling it until recently. The dream I had invested my money, time, and heart into achieving is no closer today than it was eight years ago when I began. Failure. But, here at the turning point...at the moment of acceptance, I do not see this as failure. This time, I see it as h-o-n-e-s-t-y.

Over 40 and Laid Off? - by Craig Nathanson

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:56:59 +0100

Do nothing. Probably not the first piece of advice you would expect to get! When you are laid off, the range of emotions you feel can be overwhelming. You become your own worst critic, and you start coming up with all the reasons why you lost the job. At home, you hear more of this from your family members, although maybe not so directly.

"Thinking and Destiny" by Harold Waldwin Percival - review by Michael Sheller

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:55:58 +0100

Every so often something comes into a person's life that offers a virtual gateway to a realm of thought and understanding. A realm of ideas that in many ways tends to provide answers to many questions previously considered, and a clarity of mental vison that almost lays the groundwork for the unravelling of all of one's questioning conjectures in the future. Speaking personally, and only for myself, I have to say that the door to such an unfolding experience was opened for me when I first read the book "Thinking and Destiny".

Anger as a Weapon: When Your Child 'Points the Gun' at You - by James Lehman, MSW

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:55:00 +0100

When children use anger to get what they want, it can feel for all the world like they're pointing a loaded weapon at you. As a parent, you dread the ugly and sometimes violent emotional outbursts that come with this type of behavior. Before I discuss children who use anger as a weapon--or the way that I like to put it, as a problem solving technique--I want to caution people that once a child is using extreme anger, they're in a lot of trouble.

Why Excess Abdominal Fat is More Deadly Than You Think - by Mike Geary

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 20:54:00 +0100

Did you know that the vast majority of people in this day and age have excess abdominal fat? The first thing that most people think of is that their extra abdominal fat is simply ugly, is covering up their abs from being visible, and makes them self conscious about showing off their body. However, what most people don't realize is that excess abdominal fat in particular, is not only ugly, but is also a dangerous risk factor to your health.

Prosperous Living in Turbulent Times - by Brad Swift

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:21:59 +0100

The dictionary (and our Western culture) defines prosperity as: "the condition of being successful or thriving, especially economic well-being." But what if prosperity isn't what you have or don't have, what if it's not even about what your do or don't do? What if it's more of an outlook on life, a perspective you bring to life no matter what's happening on the outside - no matter what the circumstances are going on around you?

What's So Important About the Heart? - by Dr Loyd White

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:20:22 +0100

Love and compassion are the very foundation of fully functioning individuals, families, communities of vitality, and ever deepening interpersonal relationships. Although the qualities leading to highly effective people and organizations are often dismissed or trivialized in our world we must involve ourselves in environments and participate in programs providing each human with these qualities of great leaders. In order to nurture our true being we must connect ourselves to fellow travelers walking the same path. This is a path taken by the most experienced human relations experts in the world today.

Fractal Time: The Secret of 2012 and a New World Age - by Gregg Braden

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:20:29 +0100

We're living the end of time. Not the end of the world, but the end of a world age - a 5,125-year cycle of time - and the way we've known the world throughout that time. The present world age began in 3114 B.C. and will end in A.D. 2012. Because the end of anything also marks the beginning of what comes next, we're also living the start of what follows the end of time: the next world age, which ancient traditions called the great cycle.

The Foundation for the New - by Charles Mitchley

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:17:51 +0100

If we look around us, it is clear that finding a new way to relate to the world is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. Fuelled even more now by an economic crisis, this necessity has its roots in the breakdown of many aspects of our society, which have left people feeling more and more alienated and lacking a sense of meaning and purpose.

Closing The Gap - by Martin Perry

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:16:29 +0100

Sometimes, within a group of people, you will find those of similar talent and capability. But the individual's self-view, will determine how big a gap there is between how they think about themselves and their talent. The bigger the gap, the less use is made of that talent. The narrower the gap, the more success the person will have. Confidence is the key to closing this gap.

Infinite Possibilities - by Owen Waters

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:16:57 +0100

Quantum physics is more than a century old; yet, people's eyes still glaze over when they first hear of its strange ways. In the sub-microscopic world of elementary energy particles, the universe acts very differently from the one we know in our physical world. As it turns out, the quantum world actually reveals the true nature of the universe, while what we see on the physical level is a carefully-created illusion.

Being Sensitive - by Stephanie Miller

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:16:44 +0100

I asked my friend the other day, "When will I ever feel normal?" She looked at me like it was a trick question. Her reply to me was, "Stefanie, you are not 'normal' but in a good way, you're special. Being sensitive makes you unique but it is what makes you who you are." It is becoming more and more challenging to be in busy, noisy places. I have to brace myself for being around lots of people by making time to relax before I go out and time to recoup afterward.

5 Ways to Deal with the Negative People in your Life by lori Radun

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:13:29 +0100

Have you ever been faced with trying to stay positive when others around you are negative? Negative people can be a challenge to be around. They will bring you down and drain your energy. A negative person can throw your best laid plans to be positive right out the window. Whether your child or spouse has an occasional negative day or you deal with a family member, friend or co-worker that is chronically negative, there are things you can do to remain positive in the face of negativity.

How to Help Kids with ADHD Stay on Track in School - by Dr. Robert Myers

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:12:33 +0100

If you're the parent of a child with ADHD, you're probably all too familiar with the numerous organizational difficulties they face. This may include not bringing the right books home and sometimes forgetting to complete homework, while at other times working hard on a school assignment and then forgetting to turn it in. They also have a tendency to work too quickly on projects, which leads to simple mistakes that bring down grades. And older students often have difficulty with time management, such as knowing how to break down a long assignment into smaller steps, or how to approach studying for a test that covers multiple units of instruction.

Helping Others - by Andrew Lawrence

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:39:38 +0100

Part of true happiness involves being of service. Being of service to others. Being of service means helping others. Your personal fulfillment involves you being of service to others. Without that factor, without being of service and helping others, you will never feel totally happy, you will always feel incomplete and somewhat unfulfilled, as if "something" is missing from your life. Being of service, helping others, is a large and important part of higher and deeper happiness and complete fulfillment.

Someday, You'll Laugh About This - by Marlene Buffa

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:38:29 +0100

Our friends provide us with the most amazing reflections of ourselves through their patient understanding and perspective. Often when things seem difficult in our lives, we pout, whine, get angry and ultimately wonder how life will ever be the same again. One quiet, sensible friend, will inevitably take a moment to remind you, that no matter how rough the waters may appear at the moment, someday soon, you'll laugh about the situation in retrospect. The gentle reminder that everything in life is temporary no matter how dire the circumstances or insurmountable the odds, brings us back to the present moment.

The One Law of Creation - by Owen Waters

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:37:49 +0100

From Infinite Being, the One Creator emerged, bringing with it the potential for exploring itself from all possible perspectives. In order to achieve this, the One Creator 'divided the waters' of its consciousness into two equal parts. These aspects of Original Consciousness were then set into complementary motion in order to make Creation possible.

Long Term Benefits of Positive Reinforcement - by J. Richard Kirkham

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:36:56 +0100

Over the years of tutoring students with behavior challenges, I've noticed a pattern of negative reinforcement by both parents and teachers in an attempt to diminish or stop such behaviors. Let's review some basic behavioral reactions from all human beings. This includes both adults and children since these are basic behaviors.

Everything Looks Like Failure in the Middle - by Karen Wright

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:36:08 +0100

If we were to judge our achievements while they were evolving we might deem them failures. And it's for sure that others would. They'd peek in and neither fathom the intent nor the process. They'd expect to see a mini version of the end result... growing its glorious way to completion. But, middles don't look anything like ends.

Too Busy Paying the Bills? - by Carl Munson

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:35:16 +0100

Are you one of those folks who's too busy making ends meet to do anything truly effective about our collective plight? If you are, and whilst I honestly sympathise with your condition, I feel bound to alert you to the error of your way. Sure it's noble and right within our current 'my own little world' mindset, but I'm not sure your children and grandchildren will thank you for it in the long run.

Is Your Child's Behavior Holding You Hostage? - by Jemes Lehman

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:34:35 +0100

Potatoes - Friend or Foe for a Lean-Body? - by Mike Geary

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:33:54 +0100

I'd like to start a little discussion today about carbohydrates... and in particular, potatoes. One reason I wanted to mention this is because so many health and fitness professionals trash talk potatoes about being a bad carbohydrate choice because of the high glycemic index. Some even say such ridiculous things as "avoid any and all white carbohydrates".

Who and What Do You Resonate With? - by Doris jeanette

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:33:08 +0100

The law of resonance is an important principle to pay attention to, respect, and use for your effectiveness and empowerment in everyday life. When people say "Like attracts like," they are talking about this law. When people empathize with each other, they are literally tuning into each other.

The making of 'Timeless Journeys, India: the Buddha's Path' - by Mark Nelson

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:08:59 +0100

This concept struck me as I sat in my local Buddhist center study group in the summer of 2006. A year previously, I had been shooting stills in Ladakh, Northen India, for our photo gallery called 'First Light' which is based in Brighton, 50 miles south of London. Being a practicing Buddhist and a film maker I was eager to link the two together, to create an entry point film, something which you could watch on various levels and perhaps gain insight not only to what some believe to be an exotic eastern religion, but also into one's own true nature, yet to be discovered.

The Quickest and Strongest Stress Buster Known to Mankind - by Sam Mantell

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:09:24 +0100

Here is a deep thought to ponder: when we look at a baby, we see ourselves. This is because we too were all once innocent children uncomprehending of the evils which are part of the reality of our world. Then, as we got older we've adapted to the real world and as a result a general feeling of stress takes over unless we are successful in preserving our positive selves.

The Adventure of Being Human - by Own waters

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:09:42 +0100

Thousands of years ago, physical experience was a fully-conscious extension of spirit into matter. People knew who they were as spirits, connected to their inner selves and to the universe as a whole. "What if," they said, "we came into physical existence and didn't know who we were? We could spend our whole lives searching for the answer to the puzzle. Imagine what a challenge it would be!"

The Expansion of Our Hearts - by Stefanie Miller

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:09:58 +0100

It seems that with the intense energies we have been facing, the tendency has been to shut down our hearts as a protective, shielding defense mechanism. Many of us have been dealing with challenges on one level or another. We tend to go inward when we are not sure how to cope with the stress and anxiety of what is occurring. The further we distance ourselves the more alienated and removed we become from each other and ourselves.

Dots on a Screen - by Marlene buffa

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:10:12 +0100

In motivational speeches, I've heard it said that "the strongest steel comes from the hottest flame." Expanding on that, we know our strength derives from the intensity of our challenges and our creativity and capability to overcome them. The "dots on the screen" appearing as problems or mires of circumstance, remain open to interpretation, and ultimately, a reality check.

6 Simple Quick Tips to Help You Get Through - by Andrew Lawrence

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:10:27 +0100

When everything is chaotic and uncertain and anxiety is running rampant here s 6 quick and easy things you can do to help you get through it...

Living in the Garden of God - by Jo Leonard

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:10:38 +0100

My already despondent state worsened as computers, printing presses, and bindery equipment, mysteriously sensitive to their operators, began to break down. It was nothing serious, just annoying and time-wasting. I wondered how I could possibly direct the day's workload to completion under these chaotic conditions. "Oh, God, not the Mac computer" or "Oh, God, not the five-color press" became my mantras du jour.

Everything after "But" is Bull - by James Lehman

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 11:11:09 +0100

You'll often hear kids say, "I'm sorry, but..." and follow their apology with an excuse. "I'm sorry, but you were looking at me." "I'm sorry, but you wouldn't let me play my video games." "I'm sorry I kicked a hole in the wall, but you told me I couldn't go outside." So, what your child is actually saying is, "I'm sorry, but it was your fault." Or another way of saying that is, "I'm sorry, but it wasn't my responsibility." Know this: if your child is in the habit of making excuses and not owning his mistakes, he's not learning how to take responsibility--which also means he won't be able to change the thinking that led to the inappropriate behavior in the first place.

Your Inner Realm - by Aine Belton

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:39:14 +0100

One of the most powerful ways to access your intuitive resources is in meditation, and more specifically through what I call your 'inner realm'; a landscape within (such as a place in nature visualized within your mind) that can be both created and engaged via your imagination.

Stay Strong in the Pursuit of your Goals! - by Lori Radun

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:38:28 +0100

We set out to achieve something that is important to us - a more organized life, a better marriage, a healthier body or a more positive attitude - only to find that it's not as easy as we thought. We get discouraged and sometimes we want to give up. Some days go well, and other days life threatens to knock us down. The good news is we can develop the characteristics that are needed for us to be victorious with any goal or change we want. You, too, can P.R.E.P. yourself for success.

Anything is Possible When You Allow No Doubt - by Anne Hartley

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:37:30 +0100

In 1980 my son, aged five, died in an accident. Four weeks later my business partner and I had a massive argument and split up, he refused to pay back the money I had invested into the business as a lump sum, and he also took a largish sum of money, which was to be the deposit for my first home, from our joint account. I was broke, I had no job and I was grief stricken. I wondered how I would ever survive...

Godwill - by Jo leonard

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:36:44 +0100

I had known God's love through its many manifestations: my husband, the myriad of other Souls who came and went in my life, even my cats. But it was never enough. I wanted to know God directly, up close and personal. Metaphorically-speaking, I would shake my fists at the sky and cry for God-Realization. After one prolonged period of trying every technique I knew, I fell into bed one night with God on my mind and I was given the following dream as I slept.

The Limits of Mysticism - Eckhart Tolle meets Anthroposophy - by Joseph Graf

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:36:06 +0100

In my experience questing for understanding of spiritual aspects of the human community, I have had occasion to encounter some unusual synchronicities. One such event emerged while perusing a lecture by noted Initiate and spiritual scientist, Rudolf Steiner. Steiner's statement, pertaining to 13th Century mystic, Meister Eckhart, ran as follows: (to paraphrase) "Eckhart mistook the seed of his next life (accrued from wisdom of his then current life) for the "God within," as he was not familiar with the dynamics of reincarnation."

5 Keys to Developing Your Child's Genius - by Esther Andrews

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:35:19 +0100

Reading whole pages at a time and remembering the material in detail. Solving problems in a creative and totally new ways. Learning new subjects easily and quickly. Focusing on an activity without giving in to any distractions. Knowing the subject better than anybody else. Coming up with new concepts and ideas easily and quickly. Inventing new tools and instruments that help change the world. All those great skills are identifiers of a genius.

Will My Kid Be Messed Up Forever? - by James Lehman

Sat, 21 Feb 2009 13:34:36 +0100

In my office I've dealt with many, many parents through the years who were really discouraged about their kids' behavior. They felt hopeless and wondered if things were ever going to change. And the feelings they had were understandable: when you have a child who acts out in very aggressive and destructive ways, who is verbally abusive or physically destructive of property, or who even assaults siblings and parents, you feel powerless. And if you try to seek help from your child's school, therapists, and counselors, but still nothing changes, it's easy to get really discouraged and start feeling hopeless. But I think in many cases parents and kids can turn their lives around, and I'm saying that out of my own experiences with families and kids.

Work Stress and Your Health - by Christian Goodman

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:58:41 +0100

Sometimes we have to say 'no' or at least 'not yet.' Some personalities are inclined to take on more and more work, favors, and coverage for others who "really need a break." If this is you, ask yourself, how much is too much? What happens if I politely (but firmly) turn down this particular request? Or, ask for help when you need it. Some people just can't get past the idea that this denotes weakness or incompetence. But remember, people are asking you for help too... including your boss and co-workers.

Is Your Child Depressed? Kids and Depression Part II - by James Lehman

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:55:44 +0100

In Part II of James Lehman's series on episodic childhood depression, he'll discuss concrete ways you can teach your child coping skills. If your child seems distressed, despondent or sad for a prolonged period of time, have them seen by someone with diagnostic skills. Be sure to have a pediatrician rule out any underlying issues that might be causing depression.

Transforming the Inner Child with Resonance Repatterning - by Michael Fisher

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:53:32 +0100

Resonance Repatterning is a process for identifying and transforming unconscious patterns at cellular level, at sub-atomic particle level; not subconscious patterns, because they may come from your D.N.A; parental influences; childhood experiences; your vision - the way you perceive the world; your relationships; archetypes; your family system, etc.

Your Inner Matador - by Marlene Buffa

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:50:14 +0100

Recently, a young friend wrote to me and described a former relationship. Much to his credit, upon reflection, he acknowledged the warning signs he missed or chose to overlook at the time. Although his "inner Toreador" served him well, he ignored the red flags in his path. He allowed the bullish relationship to overpower him and leave him broken and confused. Yet, in his present review of the relationship as well as his choices, the young man admitted his apprehensions and committed to trusting his intuitions - the moment they appear - in the future. When we allow and trust the process of life to alert us, we respond with growth and insight, and a renewed appreciation for the presence of spirit in our life.

The Cleansing Process - by Stefanie Miller

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:50:32 +0100

It's funny how we can create scenarios in our mind. We envision the way we think things will turn out. The problem is, life sometimes has totally different things in store for us than we expected! We can make all the plans we want and sometimes our lives go exactly the way we envision, but in all reality life tends to get messy.

The Future is Not Fearful - by Karen Wright

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 16:44:35 +0100

Why would your life be better if what you're afraid of happening DID happen? We fight against, run from, hide out, and avoid with every cell of our being those things we fear. But, what good does it do us? Have you ever once been able to outrun a fear? Like a shadow, it's always there when you turn around. So, what if we stopped trying to escape, turned toward that which we fear...and take its hand? What if instead pretending it away, we told the truth? What then?