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- The Secret Is You Can't Create It Unless God Wants It - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2017 from Merry BattlesAmazines Free Article Archive www.amazines.com - Thursday, September 21, 2017 Read about the most recent changes and happenings at Amazines.com Log into your account or register as a new author. Start submitting your articles right now! Search our database for articles. Subscribe to ...
Views: 1708 - 5 True Still Negligible Reasons Preventing Personal Growth - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Lesley VosDid you notice that everything had got all mixed up in our lives? Thus, material goods become more significant than sincere relationships with people. Or, talks about true love call nothing but wit's end or even sarcasm. Why does it happen so? Aren't we able to feel love anymore? Are ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - Meditator’s Guide to the Mind—Seven Important Lessons - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2017 from Abbot George Burke (Swami Nirmalananda Giri)Mind–the source “Mind precedes its objects. They are mind-governed and mind-made” (Dhammpapada 1). First there is the mind. It is possible to view “mind” as both the machinery of perception we have been talking about and the consciousness which perceives the perception, the consciousness ...
Views: 1428 - The Negative Effects of Misusing Your Power of Thought - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Abbot George Burke (Swami Nirmalananda Giri)“Thinking about sense-objects will attach you to sense-objects; grow attached, and you become addicted; thwart your addiction, it turns to anger; be angry, and you confuse your mind; confuse your mind, you forget the lesson of experience; forget experience, you lose discrimination; lose ...
Views: 1687 - What Are You Truly Communicating to the World? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Kelley KosowEven though January 1st is officially the beginning of the new year, because the school calendar is so ingrained in my psyche, I view August and September as a new beginning and a poignant time to reflect upon where I am in my life and what I want to accomplish. After years of "back-to-school" ...
Views: 958 - Tapas the Third Principle of Yama & Niyama - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from Maetreyii Ma NolanToday lets discuss the relationship we have to ideas like selflessness, self-sacrifice or selfless service. Ideas like self-sacrifice or selflessness have become associated for many people with letting yourself be stepped on or over run by others, of being a kind of dish rag, moping up others ...
Views: 1684 - Use the Power of Affirmations to Be a Class Act - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2017 from Scott & Stephen PetulloHave you ever noticed that people who behave like a class act tend to go further in life, and their work and personal relationships are more harmonious and less stressful? Why is that? Is it because they have less drama and chaos in their life than most people? Maybe sometimes, but often ...
Views: 1921 - Aqua – The Most Wonderful Color in the World - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from Lisa BoussonWhen I was young, probably five years old or so, I was given a chocolate brown dress. You might wonder the significance of this brown dress because what little girl wears brown? What a boring color for a little girl! Well, the adornment on the dress was stripes of aqua colored piping which ran ...
Views: 1819 - Empath or Clairsentient? - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from Lisa BoussonTheoretically, an empath and a clairsentient is the same thing. The term empath, or being empathic, seems to be the buzzword over the last 10 to 15 years. Whether this is due to the advanced population of crystal, rainbow, and indigo children, or simply a way for the spiritual community to ...
Views: 1339 - Worldview and Happiness - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from Smith Publicity“Freethinkers are those who are willing to use their minds without prejudice and without fearing to understand things that clash with their own customs, privileges, or beliefs. This state of mind is not common, but it is essential for right thinking.” ― Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) The Optimum ...
Views: 1895 - The Gift of Mindful Presence - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2017 from Christina de ValenciaThere was a point when I noticed that everyone in my life seemed to talk a lot while I listened. I wasn’t a talker. I was pretty young; maybe my early 20s and I didn’t know things other people knew…like women talk more than men in general. Men think differently about sex than women. ...
Views: 1049 - Psychic Instittion #1 - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2017 from Jackie Wiliams Brockert“I’m serious about doing work on my intuition,” Gemma, an extended-time client of mine, claimed. “But I’m not positive how to practically use psychic competencies in every day lifestyle. I necessarily mean, how do you use your superpowers once you aren’t actually doing readings?” You'll ...
Views: 1349 - Tips For Packing Kitchenware for Shifting Without Any Loss - by Submitted on May 31, 2017 from sandeep KumarYour household shifting such as kitchen is probably the most hardest and the toughest room that you have to transpire while relocation. It has so much stuff to sort that may take on nerve of any person. So for smooth kitchenware shifting here are few tips: 1. Sort, select and simplify: Before ...
Views: 1488(2 votes) - Free to Be Me When Married? - by Submitted on May 09, 2017 from Marcia Naomi Berger“No man is an island” said 17th-century author John Donne. Spouses become interdependent in many ways. But this does not force them to give up their separate identities. It is important to keep one's individuality after tying the knot. Yet, none of us is totally self-sufficient. In fact, ...
Views: 1438 - Embracing the Bad Mother in All of Us! - by Submitted on May 09, 2017 from Kelley KosowNormally on Mother's Day, we read articles and Hallmark cards highlighting all of the good deeds, affectionate gestures, and altruistic virtues of a "good mother." We are bombarded with images of women cheerfully cleaning finger paint off of the wall, driving carpool, hauling soccer gear, or ...
Views: 1057 - Are You An Empath or Clairsentient? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2017 from Lisa BoussonTheoretically, being an empathic or clairsentient being is the same thing, however, one has a heightened sense. The term empath, or being empathic, seems to be the buzzword over the last 10 to 15 years. Whether this is due to the advanced population of crystal, rainbow, and indigo children, or ...
Views: 2259 - TOP 10 BENEFITS OF KNOWING YOUR PAST LIVES - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2017 from Dr. Lesley PhillipsWho were you before you were you? And why might you want to know? Whether you have received past life regression, had a past life reading or started to recall your incarnations, it can be a very empowering and healing experience. There are some pitfalls, especially if you find out you ...
Views: 2887 - How The 5 Second Rule Helps Change Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2017 from Inez BracyUsing the 5 second rule helps change your life because it is the time between a thought and taking action. Using this rule helps to keep self-doubt at bay while building confidence to change your life. Most every morning at 8AM EDT I join a Mastermind Call that helps me to remind myself of ...
Views: 1633 - February New Moon 2017 Earth Spirit Journal: The New Begins to Take Form - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2017 from Gregory Reece-SmithWelcome to Shamanics in Portugal´s Journal. Our intention is to provide our readers, friends and connections with an overview of what is emerging in our much larger, ever evolving community as we bring balance between Father Sky and Mother Earth, and within ourselves. Very early on the 28th ...
Views: 1380 - How is writing a Form of Therapy? - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2017 from hellen geekYou might have heard of something about the ‘talking cure’, and if not, then you will most likely be accustomed to the feeling that you get when you talk about your problem with another individual. The major concern of every human being, who is stuck in some sort of problem is that he needs a ...
Views: 904 - Why You May NOT Be Stuck - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2017 from Carmin WhartonOftentimes we get to a point in life where we feel stuck. No matter what we do or think we are doing or have done, we can’t seem to move forward or things are not changing for us. Now if you are really stuck, as a life and business coach, I can help you get unstuck by helping you create a ...
Views: 1389 - A Path to the Self ~ Three Ways to Gain Self-Knowledge - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2017 from Dr. Mary Beth FordThrough self-knowledge, you recognize your divine nature and the deeper purpose to life. You create a larger context in which to view your existence. You learn how to interpret and organize your experiences. You develop an inner connection with all creation. Self-knowledge helps you blend ...
Views: 1606(1 vote) - Are You Ready To Take An Evolutionary Leap In Your Life? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2017 from Kelley KosowWe all know that getting to the destination of our dreams requires taking consistent action steps and continually pushing forward. So why don't we "just do it?" Why do we procrastinate, remain complacent, become paralyzed, or shrink in fear? Why, even when we know what we should be doing or the ...
Views: 926 - How Does Writing Make You Feel? - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2017 from hellen geekLike holding your breath underwater and finally relieving your breath when you come to the surface; similarly, writing is an exceptional art form. You actually feel like you are in a valley of aromatic flowers, being embraced by the love that you lost instead of the love you currently have. It ...
Views: 1917 - Is Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Part V - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2017 from Jacklyn LoWhich things to take with you to Vipassana • Alarm clock (old-fashioned mechanical one, not on your smartphone) • Flashlight • Lock for your door • Umbrella for protection against rain or sun • Comfortable pants or skirt to sit in the meditation postures for long hours • Couple of modest ...
Views: 1597 - The Truth About Lie - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Mitra ShahidiA lie can travel halfway round the world while the truth is putting on its shoes. A single lie discovered is enough to create doubt in every truth expressed. If you tell the truth, it becomes a part of your past. If you lie, it becomes a part of your future. We all know how difficult it ...
Views: 1507 - Interesting Facts About The Existence Of God - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2017 from Umer FiazThe mystery of the existence of God has always been a debatable issue. People try to take out facts related with science and try to prove that there is no such thing as God and that all religions are based on flaws. People try to differentiate between science and religion and always come up with ...
Views: 1822 - 3 Elements of a Life Purpose - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2017 from A.J. DrenthExpressing and symbolizing human experience through meaningful concepts has long been an aim of religion, philosophy, and psychology. And few concepts do so more powerfully and effectively than that of purpose. The concept of purpose points not only to our experience of purposefulness, but also ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Is Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Part IV - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2017 from Jacklyn LoIs Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Practical advices Here are some practical advices below that might be helpful. 1. Choose the place of Vipassana retreat and book it in advance. a. Some places such as Himalayas are booked pretty fast b. Not all courses have a teacher, ...
Views: 1430 - Is Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Part III - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2017 from Jacklyn LoIs Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Part III Terms and conditions In order to achieve the objectives of Vipassana meditation, a student should follow the terms and conditions of the course. There are five important precepts included in the Code of Discipline for new ...
Views: 1479 - Is Vipassana meditation a fast track to liberation?* Part II - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2017 from Jacklyn LoSide effects As anything in this non perfect world, there can be negative side effects of the Vipassana meditation technique too. During the meditation, a Vipassana student receives fine (pleasant) or rough (disgust) sensations of the body. His/her main task is to stay indifferent to them. ...
Views: 1500 - You Are the Driver - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonJust watched a commercial saying that a golf ball doesn’t have control over where it lays, nor does it know where to go without our guidance. This reminds me of our spiritual path. We pull out our best moves hoping that we accomplish what we desire, but it’s our actions that dictate our landing ...
Views: 1381 - Whats The Difference: Psychic, Physical, Mental, Evidential Mediumship? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonThere’s quite a bit of confusion when deciding what type of reader one needs. What would best serve your purposes? Here’s a simple cheat sheet… A psychic is someone who through clairvoyance, clairaudience, or clairsentience (clear seeing, clear hearing and clear feeling, respectively) is able ...
Views: 2204 - The Buddha Says... - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonThe Buddha Says: “Young man, be aware of these four good-hearted friends: the helper, the friend who endures in good times and bad, the mentor, and the compassionate friend.” The Helper can be identified by four things: by protecting you when you are vulnerable, and likewise your wealth, ...
Views: 1391 - Your Defining Moment: What Opened Your Eyes To Spirit? - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2017 from Lisa BoussonWas there one defining moment in your spiritual growth? Did you have an accident, a near death experience, or a revelation? For many people the awakening to spirit comes directly after a traumatic event or life-altering experience. Like many children, I remember seeing “imaginary” faces in ...
Views: 916 - Opposing Viewpoints--What Happens After Death - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from Scott & Stephen PetulloThe life after death debate includes two main viewpoints. Either you believe in life after death (the afterworld, or heaven), or you believe that once you die your consciousness simply ceases to exist. Below we outline the two general belief systems regarding the life after death debate ...
Views: 1641(1 vote) - How You DO NOT Create Your Own Reality - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2016 from Andriana ElohaEasy, by just doing the following: 1. Expecting anything outside of you to make a choice for you. PROS: None CONS: Anything outside of you will not make the best choice for you. 2. Getting forever stuck in and never addressing your own previously acquired “United States of ...
Views: 2432 - Heal Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanMost people are unaware of a very important and harmful truth, that is, when you listen to and watch violent and negative energy shows or movies, you are emotionally affected in a harmful way. Do you realize that you have the power to choose what goes into your mind 24/7? Maybe you are a ...
Views: 1445 - Keep going and get ready - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanIt is easy to start looking for a scapegoat for all the things we think we cannot do or have not done. Most of us have a difficult time facing reality so we place the blame on outside forces. Maybe that technique has worked for you in the past; but in actuality, it is a malicious tool that can ...
Views: 1155 - "Unsuspected Heroes among Us - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Barry and Joyce VissellIn 1960, I was fourteen years old and my mother was the first civil rights activist that I knew. She did not march the streets. She lived her beliefs. She had Blacks, Muslims, Gays and other minorities over to our house for dinner almost every Sunday. She treated them all with the greatest ...
Views: 1279 - How Can You Find Your Life Purpose? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2019 from Carol KnoxI have published a new self-help workbook called: Transforming Difficulties into Triumphs in 30 Days. A Story-Based Workbook. In this workbook, you can go through daily ways to overcome your life difficulties. Each day there is a story, lesson, and small action on discovering meaning, practicing ...
Views: 1242 - Short story of Chapter Al-Baqarah - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2016 from Umer FiazThis Surah is an invite to the Divine Leadership and all the stories, events etc., revolve around this dominant melody. As this Surah, has chiefly been addressed to the Jews, many past events have been cited from their own peoples to criticize and advise them that their own good lies intolerant ...
Views: 2057 - Meaning, Purpose and the Great Perhaps - My Story - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2019 from Carol KnoxI am sharing my story, about how I discovered my own meaning and began to unfold my life purpose. I give an overview of how this began to unfold in my life, which has brought me to the possibility of fulfilling my meaning, through reaching out to others. I have come to this late in life, after ...
Views: 1308 - Liberation From The Saboteur! - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Moreen DuFermontThe consensus among most Psycho-Spiritual philosophies is that we all have a cluster of primary character archetypes encoded in us that help us live in the world! One of the four universal archetypes (crosscultural) is known as the ‘Saboteur’. Yes!! in fact we do all have one! It’s function is ...
Views: 1280 - How To Let Go Of The Past And Forgive Yourself - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Mitra Shahidi“In the process of letting go you will lose many things from the past, but you will find yourself.” ~ Deepak Chopra There is no life without emotional scars; no one escapes flawless; no one can claim perfection without committing mockery upon himself. Jesus, the great example of humility for ...
Views: 1626 - Ways Your Reality Will Be Different in Heaven - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2016 from Scott & Stephen PetulloBased on our experience with past life regression, life-between-life regression, documented near death experiences, and the after life research of Stafford Betty, we believe there is nothing to fear about death. When you shed your physical body, your soul moves on to a different dimension. ...
Views: 980 - What are Hauntings and Can They Harm You? - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2016 from Jas BassiHauntings are places where a spirit resides. This could be a specific place like a piece of land, but it does not have to be an occupied place necessarily or somewhere that has foundations built on it. Hauntings take place where someone has passed away and has not yet made it onto the other ...
Views: 860 - Nature of Individual Reality - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2016 from Nebo LukovichHow come we are condensed into a single point of the Universe? Is there another way of existing in it? Is there a way of experiencing the reality without being so restrained into this point of space-time? Is there any other kind of existence at all? These existential questions can lead us to ...
Views: 1376 - Do you really know who you are? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2016 from Joan Marie WhelanThis is not a trick question but rather an honest insight into the inner workings of each one of us. We usually share with our friends and associates a piece of who we are, the piece that we want them to like or connect with; however, there is a secret, a hidden piece of you that doesn't want to ...
Views: 1335 - The hassle-free House moving Tips! - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2016 from Darsh TMoving to a new location is not a rare incident in modern people’s lives because of various reasons. Change of employment, changes in lifestyles, kids’ educational purposes and various other reasons push people to change their dwellings time to time. If not the help of a home removalist in ...
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