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- In The Cycle Of Surrender - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Jerry WennstromIn the natural cycle of things, integrity and the defining element of grace expresses itself best by those who humbly remain on speaking terms with the changing spirit of the times. In this conversation, reverent attention to something largely unseen is the rule and the blind pursuit of obvious ...
Views: 1333 - Self-Love: The Practice That Allows Your Best Life To Unfold - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2008 from Tama KievesAs we approach “Valentine's Day season,” I wanted to send a Valentine's Day card to each and every one of you. And then I decided, better yet, I want you to send a Valentine's Day card to yourself. It’s appropriate you know. Just think of all the messages we hear on Valentine’s Day: “I ...
Views: 1122 - Loving You - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2008 from Stefanie Zizzo“Love is a present that can be given every single day you live” That was the message I found in my fortune cookie while recently dining at a local restaurant. There are many ways that love can be given every day – in supporting our partner, adoring our pets, listening to a good friend – and ...
Views: 1104 - Cultivating Lover’s Eyes… - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2008 from Tama KievesHere comes Valentine’s Day, filled with roses, chocolates and the praise of romantic relationship. I don’t know about you, but I want to be in a romantic relationship with every bit of my life. I want to kiss the nape of its neck and write poetry about its most mundane moments. I want to look at ...
Views: 902 - What You See Is What You Get - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Sid LevinsohnWYSIWYG This is going to “jolt” you— because it says “not true” to many of your cherished beliefs. Are you familiar with the acronym WYSIWYG? It stands for “what you see is what you ‘get’!” Consider this: So strange at first, quantum physics is suggesting there is no reality until it is ...
Views: 1971 - The Meaning Of Life - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Suzanne GoldLife on earth is a miraculous blend of spirit and matter, an expression of the universal life force at the heart of creation. Whatever you call that force--God, All-That-Is, the Eternal, the Prime Mover, the Ground of Being, Allah, Yahweh, Shiva, Zeus, or an name you invent yourself--you and me ...
Views: 1325 - The Only Road to Everything You Want - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Tama KievesWe commit to real change, and then we resist it. This cosmic dance has been going on forever in every ballroom since the beginning of time... I’ve committed to write more this year. It’s what I want. Now that I’ve said it, I know I will drag into my writing room, and it will ...
Views: 1071 - But Walt Disney Quit High School - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2008 from Ronald ColemanAs a teenager growing up in a small town in Oregon in the 50s, I had no desire to finish high school. For one thing, my dad never finished. Also, my big ambition in life was to be a cartoonist, and I was, in fact, already selling some of my cartoons to small magazines. My hero, Walt Disney, had ...
Views: 954 - A Million Ways to Find God (Part 1 of 1,000,000) - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockOne good way to find God is to lose yourself! Which is easier said than done, because in order to lose yourself, you must first discover what your "self" is! Once that discovery is made, then you can decide which is more important; yourself... or God? Assuming that you decide God is far more ...
Views: 787 - A Million Ways to Find God (Part 1 of 1,000,000) - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockOne good way to find God is to lose yourself! Which is easier said than done, because in order to lose yourself, you must first discover what your "self" is! Once that discovery is made, then you can decide which is more important; yourself... or God? Assuming that you decide God is far more ...
Views: 764 - A Million Ways to Find God (Part 1 of 1,000,000) - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockOne good way to find God is to lose yourself! Which is easier said than done, because in order to lose yourself, you must first discover what your "self" is! Once that discovery is made, then you can decide which is more important; yourself... or God? Assuming that you decide God is far more ...
Views: 756 - Passion In ACTION... - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from John CurranI’ve been thinking about writing for a while now, however, it wasn’t until I discovered a true purpose for my writing, that I was able to really take action in bringing these words to you. I have always known deep down, that when I speak from the heart, the words seem to flow ...
Views: 1341 - In An Instant- Book Excerpt: Lee - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from FSB AuthorsOrlando, Florida, January 28, 2006 There is a ride at Disney World called the Tower of Terror, and on the weekend of January 28, 2006, my four children, even the twin five- year-olds, begged me to go on that ride over and over again. Housed in a re-created aging Hollywood hotel, the ride ...
Views: 1077 - Sharing A Few Thoughts In A Tribute To The Great Man that is Nelson Mandela. Also a Prayer for Southern Africa (Updated) - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Craig LockOther Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html Publishing Guidelines: All my articles may be freely published, electronically or in print. GREAT SOULS: NELSON MANDELA ON FORGIVENESS "Forgiveness is not an occasional act - it is an attitude of mind." - Martin Luther ...
Views: 943 - Misplaced Objects - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Cory KempMy employment history includes a stint in retail management that extended for several years. While working as an assistant manager for a furniture store, my shifts began either in the morning or at midday, and varied week to week. Physically maintaining the sales floor was an ongoing project. ...
Views: 959 - Surrender Is Trust ... - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Glenda GibbsI’m a bit philosophical today. Last week I was driving my caravan and a young and inexperienced driver decided to turn in front of me, literally. There was no where to go. I surrendered the wheel and allowed the incident to happen without me trying to stop it. Both air bags deployed(that ...
Views: 1331 - Spiritual Path As Old As Atlantis - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Tom MooreTwelve years ago I learned I could request Benevolent Outcomes for specific events in my life, from very simple ones to very involved and complex events in both my personal and business lives. For those of you reading about Benevolent Outcomes for the first time, these are specific requests FOR ...
Views: 1337 - Dreams Come True - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Susan Dansby"Even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream." The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King, Jr. died on a Thursday in 1968. Before the news broke, the deepest thought I had that day was ...
Views: 1029 - Outer Is The First Inner - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Sid LevinsohnPut yet another way, those who choose to learn to willfully transform the energy of their thoughts and feelings, will consciously determine their own life course. Now, the thing is this: if each of us is made of Universal or God Consciousness and an extension of the Creative Mind of Universal ...
Views: 1619 - What's Your Intention? - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Kathy AtkinsonDo you just let life happen to you and hope for the best? Or, do you decide on a daily basis, or even better, on a moment-by-moment basis, what you want to experience? Too many people just let life happen and then complain about the results. Setting intentions at the beginning of your day helps ...
Views: 2176 - The Power Of Inspiration - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from James BecherINSPIRATION can be a powerful thing. It can keep you going when all around you cries out "quit!" It is even more powerful than motivation. Motivation gives you your basic reasons to keep going. But inspiration fills those reasons with hope, possibility and enjoyment keeping the “grind” from ...
Views: 1021 - Poop On My New Book - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Leah GuyFor me, the New Year always offers a sense of hope and excitement. Some say it’s just another day, and that it is, but whether it is just a mental state, or an energetic vibration from collective consciousness, there’s something unique about this time of year. I’m tempted to offer some ...
Views: 2033 - The Prophet Returns To Do Battle - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Arthur LevinePlease feel free to use this article as long as credit is given to the resource box. © Copyright Arthur Levine 2008 Words: 438 Keywords: Prophet, Reality, Fiction, Society, Moral, Humanity, Basic Values Johnny Oops returned to lead the battle for the hearts and minds of the non-believers ...
Views: 1296 - A New Practice For A New Year - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Tama KievesI ended 2007 feeling a little filmy, more than a little occupied, and slightly annoyed with the Universe, if I’m being really honest. I felt far away from the presence of a Caring Intelligence, like staring into the night sky, knowing the moon is somewhere, but feeling thin with shadows. I was ...
Views: 1092 - Honor King’s Wishes Everyday - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Todd HicksHooray! Martin Luther King Day is coming soon! That is great, right? Every year, we use this holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and celebrate the ways he brought great change to The United States. The biggest thing he did to develop his legacy was to make it easier for people of all ...
Views: 1093 - How To Find And Live Your Dreams By Dr Bruce Wilkinson (Updated) - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Craig LockCategory: Dreams, Inspiration, Dr Bruce Wilkinson, Hour of Power, Motivation Web Sites: http://www.hourofpower.org and http://www.chrystalcathedral.com Category: Inspiration, Inspirational writings, dreams Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal ...
Views: 1325 - Sandstorms Of Time - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2008 from Penny AyersIt's amazing to me at times how life can seem like a sandstorm ripping through your soul. Wherever you go you seem to get lost by the specks of dirt thrown your way. You open your mouth to speak and suddenly it becomes filled with gritty garbage that you can neither chew nor swallow. The storm ...
Views: 935 - Hope For Personal And Planetary Healing In 2008 - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2008 from Mashubi RochellHumanity's time of suffering has been long and difficult, and now a new ray of hope emerges in 2008. God's light has been gradually increasing on the Earth, which has both awakened consciousness to the spiritual dimensions, and has also brought forth a purification process for humanity. The ...
Views: 1030 - Happy New Year - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Darlene Siddons“The best year of your life begins today.” -Alan Cohen- Here we are into the bright fresh new year of 2008. With all of our new resolutions, our lists of all the things we are going to accomplish, all the projects we are going to start and the ones we are going to finish, the people we are ...
Views: 1179 - Are You Inspired Or Motivated? - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2008 from Megan JeniferWhat’s the difference between operating from inspiration and operating from motivation? Some would argue that there is no difference and that they pretty much mean the same thing. But in all actuality, there are differences between the two words no matter what your perception. If anyone ...
Views: 1034 - Sharing Some Spiritual Thoughts From Gary Zukav (Part Three - from "Inspirational Books") - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2007 from Craig LockCategory: spiritual, life meaning, inspiration. Web Sites: http://www.selfgrowth.com/experts/craig_lock.html and http://www.craiglockbooks.com Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles.html (Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, words of inspiration, ...
Views: 1188 - Gifts Of Healing During The Holiday Season And Beyond - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Christine-Anne PlatelSEASON'S GREETINGS TO MY FRIENDS ALL OVER THE WORLD - WISHING YOU PEACE, JOY, AND LOVE NOW AND ALWAYS. I APPRECIATE OUR CONNECTION. HOLIDAY SEASON GRATITUDE: During the Holiday Season, when there is so much attention on material things, I wanted to tell you what happened at my Coaching ...
Views: 1425 - Mirror of Self Reflection - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2013 from Robin RobertsMirror of self reflection Age creeps up on us all slowly stripping away our youth then one day we look into the mirror and the body does not seem to match the sparkle in the eyes anymore. Then we begin to look over our shoulder at our past and think I wonder what would have happened or what ...
Views: 2074 - How To Determine Your Life Purpose – 3 Guiding Steps To Help You - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Kathy Baker(This is Part 2 of a series of articles by the author on Finding and Following Your Life Purpose and Passion). So, What is Life Purpose? Why is it So Important? It's feeling that there's real meaning to your Life and a reason for what you do. It's having clear direction and a driving force ...
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