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- Time: The Ultimate Yin-Yang Urstoff - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2021 from William CottringerTime: The Ultimate Yin-Yang Urstoff by Bill Cottringer “The hidden portal to real time is the precise now moment of when the past and future collide into the present.” ~The author. To see true time, You need double vision, One eye for convention The other for imagination. First ...
Views: 619 - To Shout and Stir - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from marla stoneI often ask myself who am I? Who am I to ask for a war to end? Who am I to tolerate a war that's gone too far? Who am I not to jump up and down in protest? Who am I to stand from afar and not say a word? What is my purpose in this life but to be a peace maker, a warrior of love, a kind ...
Views: 1129 - Tomorrow you’ll die – elimination of fear of death in 3 days - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2012 from Zen MasterTomorrow you’ll die – elimination of fear of death in 3 days Death is an illusion. Death is actually an interval between two states or planes of consciousness. Matter is neither created nor destroyed; it only changes form. Death is therefore a Change or transformation, which is essential for ...
Views: 2595 - Too Much Freedom Creates Too Much Loss - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2012 from John AllanExtracted from “Look Twice At The River” © John A Allan 2012 Too Much Freedom Creates Too Much Loss Science has created and continues to create amazing, modern marvels and yet society craves economic security, social morals, virtue, and happiness. We have a certainty of what constructs ...
Views: 2851 - TOP 10 Items you Can Use to Decorate Your Home This Christmas - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2020 from Chhaya ParikhChristmas is a magical time of the year that brings along comfort, joy and a bundle of sweet old memories. In most parts of the world, this festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm, pomp and show. Be it the bright big star at the tip of the Christmas tree, the tummy-filling smell of the ...
Views: 669 - Transform Your Life By Keeping Good Company - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2019 from akhilash PKeeping good company is as important as life. It enhances the quality of life, thinking and the soul’s quest for Atma Nirvana(online spiritual blog). Keeping good company has many virtues. The Puranas often speak of the benefits that one can derive through Satsang. It can transform your life, ...
Views: 945 - Transformational Lives: What the World Needs Now - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Sara DillingerI have come to the end of a long series of articles based on and summarizing Napoleon (Why do I always think of Napoleon Solo when I type that name?) Hill’s book, Think and Grow Rich . I started the series with mixed motives, to be quite honest. At this stage in my life, when I am unemployed ...
Views: 842 - Treating All Work As Karma Yoga - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2025 from santosh krinskyWhen the spiritual aspiration awakens in an individual, he often feels like he has to leave his employment and take up some work that is more ‘spiritual’. He tends to equate the type of work with some ill-defined spiritual nature. Thus, we frequently see spiritual people, and organizations, take ...
Views: 7 - True Happiness - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Shaundra ConnellyFinding Happiness Begins with You Can you remember playing hide and seek as a child? Looking around the place, searching for your friends? For many of us this game, which was so much fun playing, has never really ended. The game is still being played in our lives, only this time, the confined ...
Views: 1086 - True Seekers That We Are - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockTo most of us, God is an abstract thing, so isn't it curious that we fight over our differences concerning God? Maybe this is because few actually devote their lives to piercing the abstract and coming face-to-face with God. The reason, perhaps, that few search for God is because when they do, ...
Views: 797 - Trust Me...There's Pollen on Your Wings! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Rita Farin“Do you think they know?” I asked. “Know what?” “That they carry pollen on their wings?” My friend and I were walking around Callaway Gardens, on the Rhododendron Trail with no rhododendrons blooming as of yet. We had just walked out of the butterfly conservatory where 1,000 tropical ...
Views: 1291 - Truth vs. Meaning - by Submitted on May 22, 2009 from Tad WaddingtonThe mathematician Benoit Mandelbrot asked a deceptively simple question: How long is the coast of Britain? The answer depends on how you measure it. You get a much shorter distance if you fly from one end to the other than if you drive a road that follows the island’s contours. The road gives a ...
Views: 2052 - Tuning In to Your Soul's Purpose - by Submitted on May 04, 2022 from Estra Roell"If you follow your bliss, you put yourself on a kind of track that has been there the whole while, waiting for you, and the life you ought to be living is the one you are living.” —Joseph Campbell When you tune into your soul’s purpose you feel fulfilled and have a clear sense of ...
Views: 593 - Twins: Spiritual Heritage of Twins Trumps DNA and Environment - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2016 from Scott & Stephen PetulloAs identical twins, we are supposed to be genetic mirrors of each other and conventional scientists attribute our differences in personality to environmental influences. Contrast that with our controversial viewpoint: we associate our unique personalities and distinct physical differences to ...
Views: 1100 - U Is For Use - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Sara DillingerThere are times when we can only approach meaning in a round-about way, just as there are times when you can only really see something by not looking at it directly but catching it, as they say, out of the corner of your eye. In just that manner, we can only come to an understanding, at ...
Views: 1231 - Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Ralph CissneWhen springtime approaches we are mindful of renewal, harmony and what conscious cultures consider a way of life: to honor the feminine. The concept of spiritual practice passing “through the feminine” marked the beginning of human consciousness and transcendent experience. It is our nature to ...
Views: 909 - Understand That Hidden Strength Inside Of You - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Jon SimLet me ask you this question (it may sound silly to you though) Now, do you think you can be a killer? Feeling hesitant to answer? Perhaps let me answer it for you. Yes, you are definitely capable of becoming one. Each and every one of us has the potential to be a killer. Let’s picture ...
Views: 1791 - Understanding Divorce Through Spirituality! Part 1 Of 5 - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Brian AllenHello every one its me, Brian Allen here once again after a long rest that I have needed to incurred to recharge and regenerate my energy into giving my readers some further guidance in using spirituality when being faced with divorce. This will be of great help when dealing with divorce either ...
Views: 1895 - Understanding the Reality of Reincarnation - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2014 from Richard LassiterReincarnation is the way you have evolved as a soul. You are reincarnation. You are the grand total of every experience you have had throughout eons of time. Francisco Coll once told me, "You are like a piece of the sun that has freed itself and are becoming a sun within yourself." You have ...
Views: 1226 - Unlock your highest potential and spread some joy - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanCan there ever be too much joy in the world? We tend to become confused in life and think that our lives are meant to be hard and difficult. If that is your belief, I am here to tell you that you are living your life backward. We have become too busy, crazy with activity and stress in our lives ...
Views: 2139 - Unveil the Chore of your Self - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Swami AaronApril 30, 2011 Unveil the Core of Yourself What a great irony it is that we try to reach from a corner to the other corner of the world, from one planet to another planet of the galaxy; but, we never try to reach the core of ourselves. Our core, which is pristine ...
Views: 729 - Vietnam creating magic in tourism. - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2017 from luan anhvietSouth east Asia's best tourist destination is Vietnam.The interest starts from the Vietnamese exotic traditional food and the places in Vietnam. From the turquoise beach to the highland mountains with tea, coffee and flowers.From the Biggest cave to the islands.It's one of the most amazing ...
Views: 960 - Vision - by Submitted on May 20, 2008 from Olurotimi AdebanjoThe first quarter of Year 2008 has gone. Thank God you`ve made it so far (many could not). What do you intend achieving this year? Is it still business as usual for you? Have you achieved any of the Resolution you made concerning the year yet? If not, then you still have over 7 months left to ...
Views: 1869 - VISUALIZATION WITH FEELING IS SECRET TO CREATING ALL YOU DESIRE - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Aralyn RoseConsciousness and awareness are conversations occurring more and more at the corner coffeehouse, over the internet, and in private meditations. Understanding Consciousness is easier when one understands Consciousness as energized thought frequencies and vibrating states of awareness. When ...
Views: 1662 - Walking in the Garden - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Ophelia SwaiEvery year, I stare in awe at the world’s largest land mammal migration … the world renowned wildebeest migration as it passes through my little corner of the garden. Every year, they take the same path, go along the same way, trudging along the path almost hoof for hoof, one generation after ...
Views: 844 - Wanted: Straight Christian Allies - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,Fact: I am a Christian. Fact: I am straight. Fact: For much too long, I have stood, just as much of the church has, on the wrong side of the gay/lesbian issue. Instead of standing with homosexuals, many in my tradition, and I was one of these once, have mistakenly thought we were upholding ...
Views: 1352 - We Are Eternal, Our Purpose Is Infinite - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Randi FineHave you ever asked yourself, “What am I doing all this for? Why is life such a struggle? What am I accomplishing?’” I am fascinated by life after life accounts. I’ve read a multitude of books written by reputable spiritual mediums and have attended their seminars. I have personally ...
Views: 1330 - WE MUST PARTICIPATE IN THE LILA OR DIVINE SPORTS OF PRAJNA AVATAR - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2011 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaDespite witnessing downfall/uplifting and destruction/creation in the Almighty Lord’s creation oozing with good management, beauty and artistic form yet creativity and uplifting predominate by miles. Despite weather influences and activities of all creatures tending to destruction an indomitable ...
Views: 875 - WE MUST UNDERSTAND THE REAL TEACHING OF SUPER MANTRA GAYATRI - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaTHE MOST BEAUTIFUL NAME OF GOD-OM: What is the meaning of Super Mantra Gayatri? Come, I will tell you the meaning. Gayatri has 4 aspects. One portion of it is its head. What is it called? Om Bhur Bhuvaha Swaha. What is the meaning of it? What is the philosophy? You must understand all this ...
Views: 994 - Weaknesses Or Strengths, What Says You? - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2008 from Jon SimFeeling unhappy over yourself? Hating yourself for who you are? Why must you be feeling so? To just be very straight with you, this is the act of a fool. Now, even if the whole world is going to look down on you, you should never look down on yourself. The more they are going to look down on ...
Views: 1480 - Westport News: Charitable Giving in Kids' Hands - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Thomas HenskeOver the years, some of the best ideas I've learned on teaching children about money have come from you -- the parents. I always love to hear some of the thoughtful strategies you're using within your own households. They are always creative and battled tested on the front lines, in the trenches ...
Views: 1162 - What About Human Dignity? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2013 from Suzanne HosangIt was supposed to a joyous event. It was April 15th, 2013 in a small and insulated city called Boston where the oldest marathon was being held on a holiday called Patriot’s Day. It’s like a weekend block party where schools are closed and families come to have fun to watch 26,000 runners run ...
Views: 1275 - What according to you is the ideal life that one should live? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2019 from Dada BhagwanAn ideal way to live a human life is by ensuring it is a balanced one, both mentally and physically, by living a life which is fulfilling to us and to those around us as well, a life which has a purpose and makes a valuable difference to everyone we come across. Here are a few suggestions on ...
Views: 597 - What Am I Supposed to Be Doing with My Life? - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Joyce Shafer, Book DoctorThis is a question many of us ask once or maybe a thousand times. It’s also a question that can only be answered by each of us for ourselves. This article isn’t about Barbara Sher’s Scanners, but I want to mention them first before I go on to what I want to say. If you have ever felt concerned ...
Views: 2050 - What are Your Unconscious Commitments? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsUnconscious commitments are agreements that we make with the Universe at a very young age. They are, primarily, based on how we perceive the world. For e.g., if there is a lot of chaos around you as a child, you will decide "the world is chaotic." Unconsciously, you then become committed to ...
Views: 1122 - What Are Your Values? How To Decide What Matters in Life? - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2021 from Noah St JohnWhat are your values? How do they help you? Values are as simple as things you treasure or with great worth. These are basically your principles in life, somewhat a standard you rely on keeping you in the direction of success. Values help you reflect and focus on your goals. From simple ...
Views: 819 - What Direction Are You Headed - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Lori Fields“Just because you don’t name the direction, doesn’t mean that you aren’t going in one.” – Say Yes Institute I came across this quote yesterday and thought it was beyond powerful. It’s a significant reminder that life doesn’t care if we’ve made a plan for ourselves or not, it simply keeps ...
Views: 1035 - What Direction is Your Life Heading? - 7 Steps to Being a Successful Navigator= - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Kimberley CohenFor some, having a direction is the easy part, but getting there can be the challenge. For others, not having a direction, or believing it’s possible, can be steering them off course. Whether you have a route mapped out of where you are going and what you want, or you don’t, becoming a ...
Views: 1286 - What Do You Mean by Virtue? How Is It Important to Lead a Happy and Righteous Life? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2020 from Dada BhagwanVirtue refers to a steadily cultivated moral habit by responding to given situation in a manner such that it results in cherishing a particular important value of life. It is one’s moral excellence, marked by a well-developed and established character, evidently carrying the quality that is ...
Views: 544 - WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2018 from Sara Fabian“Life is the sum of your choices.” – Albert Camus I spent the highest amount of my years very disempowered and lost, not knowing what I truly wanted in life. During the time I was working for a multinational company, I often used to ask my managers what to do next in my career and what future ...
Views: 1084 - What do you think the purpose of life is? Is there a such thing as true happiness? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2024 from Dada BhagwanIn this world, each one defines his purpose of life, depending on the station one has arrived at while on his journey of spiritual evolution; this signifies one’s spiritual development. Therefore, while for some, the purpose of life is to merely enjoy the pleasures of five senses; for few ...
Views: 316 - What Do You Truly Want? - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Jo Anna ShawWhat do you truly desire? I asked a client this question, recently. The answer was "Freedom." Interestingly, like many, this client was feeling constrained by obligations to his family and conflicted about how to achieve his goals in life. His question, "How can I do both? To ...
Views: 835 - What Do Your Rituals Reveal About You? - by Submitted on May 26, 2013 from Anita AlleyneLast year Freya bought a house about twenty minutes drive from where she used to live. While she loved her new home, she missed her frequent visits to a local store, where she bought organic teas, spices and oils. Until recently Freya also visited Auntie, who lived in a residential home near ...
Views: 1499 - What Does It Mean To Live A Creative Life - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2011 from Cali BirdThe dictionary definition for the verb "create" is: to bring into being. I love this concept - to make something that didn't exist before, be it a story, a picture, a song or a performance of a piece of music. Creativity doesn't just have to be linked to art. Creativity can be an innovative ...
Views: 6044 - What Else Do You Have To Say? - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Albert WagnerIs anything bothering you today? - A job? - A significant other? - Finances? - Car trouble? - Not having enough time? Any or all of these things could be bothering you at a given time. When the problems linger what do you do? Perhaps: - Abuse a substance? - Turn ...
Views: 1291 - What Happens When You Die? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Ellen GerstIs there life after death? As one who has experienced the searing loss of a loved one, I have many times pondered about what happens when one dies. Questions I’ve asked include: does a soul go to “heaven” or somewhere else; can we still communicate with a person who has died, even though ...
Views: 2464 - What If? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Sheri RosenthalI am often bereft of words to explain the many deeply transcendent spiritual experiences I have had over the last ten years. I say bereft, because I cannot speak about what is conceptless, beyond human language, and formless. The best I can do is share inspirational stories and weave mystical ...
Views: 1311 - What In You Has Yet to Be Born? - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2016 from Jennifer RegularIn primary school I had a vision of becoming a guidance counselor specialist. In high school, a psychologist, and then in university a clinical forensic psychologist. When I was 10 years old I started outlining content for a book that at the time I was going to call, “When society ...
Views: 1060 - What Is Creation? - by Submitted on May 26, 2008 from Stacey PollockEveryone at some stage in their life questions why they exist and the meaning of all that is. We come up with various theories in our continuous search for truth to find a perfect model that stands the test of time. The creational theories we hold on to tend to rely heavily on individual ...
Views: 869 - What is Dharma? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Connie Huebner,Question: What is Dharma? It seems like the message we’re getting today is that Dharma is something that is really every moment of life, that it’s a very vast thing. I’ve heard Dharma defined as Love. Is our Dharma just to become enlightened, however that is, or is there also some specific ...
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