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Happiness
To be Or Not To be Happy ~ That Is The Question!
Have you even decided that you do want to be happy? Have you noticed when you are most happy? What are you doing? Is it long lasting or fleeting? How do you explain it?
Let’s take a few moments to allow these questions to ... Views: 1116
In many mystical teachings there is a common thought which, if you think about, may help you get a better grip on your life.
Here are a few different lines, read each one on its own, and then see how they all come together like pieces of a jigsaw:
God created all creatures equal, except ... Views: 1115
Are you a Believer? The Monkee’s band from the 1960’s had a hit “I’m A Believer”. I will admit I do remember that song. How about you? All of us believe in something – the question is really what do you believe?
What we believe is based on our beliefs. The word believe is really two ... Views: 1115
Psalm 119:4-5 “You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!”
When we wake up in the morning, we possibly think that we would like to do something we don’t have to do. We may wish we could stay in bed another hour or so. ... Views: 1114
Based 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: 1114
We have plenty of wishes. Many people dream of getting a productive employment, a prosperous chosen lifestyle, a protected fiscal reputation, a safe and sound romantic relationship, or perhaps simply of going to university or eating on this expensive bistro sometime. One thing is no doubt that a ... Views: 1113
Jesus Wished a Better World for All Mankind
A Letter (from the `Gisborne Herald newspaper)
Tags: Jesus, Jesus Christ, Gisborne Herald, Bob Hughes, Christianity, faith, environment
Web site: www.gisborneherald.co.nz/opinion/letter/?id=22473
Thursday, April 28, 2011
I write this on ... Views: 1113
We all do it at one time or another. When you’re feeling bored, when you’re feeling insecure and need to experience a little assurance, when you’re looking for an escape, or want to try out what it would feel like to make a wish come true – you daydream. You’ll place yourself in and through all ... Views: 1113
2 Corinthians 13:3-4 “I will give you all the proof you want that Christ speaks through me. Christ is not weak when he deals with you; he is powerful among you. Although he was crucified in weakness, he now lives by the power of God. We, too, are weak, just as Christ was, but when we deal with ... Views: 1111
Everyone seems to be searching for happiness. We seem to search for it in the things we do, the people we spend time with, the things that we accumulate, how we decide to live our lives, and I can go on from there.
What is happiness?
The Webster’s dictionary says that Happiness ... Views: 1110
"We share what we know, so that we all may grow."
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Sharing some Spiritual Thoughts and Principles from Neale Donald Walsh's 'Conversations with God' (Part Two)
Submitters's Note:
This article (in ... Views: 1109
“Our own will says: ‘Believe with the world.’ God’s will says: ‘Believe in me.’” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis Hopkins
“Today, I say yes. Yes, God! Yes, Life! Yes, I trust! Yes, I believe.” 40 Days with Emma Curtis Hopkins – Rev. Dr. Kathianne Lewis
I know we are ... Views: 1109
Meditation is simple art yet requires lot of practice, focus and concentration. It is an art which can change your life and transform your whole being into a new, more energized one! This beautiful art has been practiced across cultures since a long time. It is just not about being able to ... Views: 1109
We've got a great deal regarding dreams. A number of among us wish of getting a profitable occupation, a rich life style, a protected fiscal level, a safe romantic relationship, or perhaps simply of going to university or perhaps eating on this nice bistro at some point. A very important factor ... Views: 1108
Now, to return to the root of the matter, since the radiance in them derives from the stimulus of the King and the stimulus of the King from Israel’s actions, Israel is the essence of the entire creation. “How glorious is Your Name throughout the earth,” relates to the power received by the Holy ... Views: 1108
We are all living in a collective momentum of our past. It hasn't been till recently that there has been such a broad interest in diverse ideas and beliefs. If you imagine the 1950's, the entire nation was walking in step with one collective attitude towards the direction our society should go. ... Views: 1108
I used to be in search of a book, workshop or practice that would, in a matter of hours or days, change me forever. I’d stop doubting myself, my relationships would always go smoothly, I’d become courageous enough to always say how I felt, and so on.
I had this goal in mind, consciously or ... Views: 1108
When we go through the days in our lives we quickly learn things are never the same. We have changes in our jobs, our home life and our other regular routines. We may get up one morning expecting to do certain things but that doesn’t happen. We need to understand and be flexible in our daily ... Views: 1108
Have you ever looked back on a day, week or period of time and think about the time wasted? Not necessarily the time waiting in line or in meetings but gaps of time where we spent time doing something or nothing of particular importance. If we added up those hours we spend daily watching ... Views: 1108
“God works in Truth.” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis Hopkins
“Today I will tell myself the truth and only the truth. The truth shall set me free.” 40 Days with Emma Curtis Hopkins – Rev. Dr. Kathianne Lewis
As I gratefully awaken to another day filled with ... Views: 1107
The ultimate goal of many spiritual seekers is to find enlightenment, which is another way to say awakening to spiritual awareness or illumination. A tall order, but with discipline it’s possible to make serious progress on your spiritual path.
“I think a spiritual journey is not so much a ... Views: 1107
“Ashram” is a sanskrit word which means a place where a realized Spiritual Master resides along with his disciples and seekers of truth. Hence it can be called as a place where the spiritual vibrations are so positive that they serve as a catalyst for the spiritual growth of the meditator. India ... Views: 1107
I've been thinking a lot about next steps - my next steps, the next steps you in my community are making, and the next steps that I believe our world is on the brink of.
These are not just baby steps I'm talking about. I believe we're all on the verge of something big - a true ... Views: 1105
Brad Yates has been successful in teaching EFT to attract money in our lives. Today I will go over some of the essential instructions I personally utilised from his teachings.
Teaching #ONE: Attraction will depend on how you feel about your target or subject
The most critical teaching of ... Views: 1105
SACRED CEREMONY
Why Bother?
In the 21st century, you might be tempted to say sacred ceremony- why bother? What is so important about sacred ceremony, ancient traditions and the religious traditions of indigenous peoples in a time of space travel, ... Views: 1105
How many times in life, or even in one day, do we miss out on what we should be doing? How many times do we avoid the things we are supposed to do for God? How many times do we remain stagnant when we should be moving forward? Looking back on yesterday, what things did we avoid just because we ... Views: 1105
“You will notice that the instant you acknowledge that there is Good for you which you ought to have, the thought arises within your mind that you do not have the Good that belongs to you. You feel that your good is absent from you..” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis ... Views: 1104
So many times we allow ourselves to give in. Not necessarily to others but to ourselves. We make a decision to do something we know may not be the best decision but we do it because we are tired, we are looking for an easy way out or we are looking for something better. It is so important to be ... Views: 1104
MY GREATEST RACE: "THE RACE OF LIFE"
Submitter's Note: Craig is presently working on his latest novel 'The (My) Greatest Race'. These are some notes (some thoughts on the 'spiritual and writing journeys' - some from authors unknown) that I've collected and jotted down over the years. So will ... Views: 1104
Comprehending the Law of Attraction is very important if one wants to manifest his needs. It is a very simplistic law of nature that once anyone has grasped its simplicity, he will magically feel powerful because he is already aware of one thing: He can create his own destiny.
You create your ... Views: 1103
While trying to grow and develop yourself, it is also advisable to look in your best form. One such way of doing so is by having a clean cut shave. Learn more about shaving and shaving kits below.
Despite decades of innovation in men's shavers, most modern men are still looking for ways to ... Views: 1103
We've got a good deal regarding needs. Quite a few folks wish of experiencing a flourishing vocation, a well-to-do way of life, a safe and sound economic standing, a protected relationship, or maybe simply of going to college or perhaps eating at that extravagant cafe at some point. A very ... Views: 1102
What is the role of the Law of Attraction in manifesting your desires? The Law of Attraction says: “That which is like unto itself is drawn.” In short, you attract what you put out. The process of “putting out” is executed when you think of your desires.
Your thoughts are vibrational ... Views: 1102
We are living in a world where there is a lot of contrast and division. Battle lines are being drawn and tempers are rising. As we break away from old paradigms, or ways of thinking, it creates separation and fear. It can be threatening and scary to move away from one way of thinking and ... Views: 1102
Let's cut to the chase. While money doesn't guarantee happiness it can certainly open doors to a lot of things that do. If helping others makes you happy then donating money is one of the best ways to do this; If travel is your thing, then of course you'll be needing to pay for that ... Views: 1102
We certainly have a lot involving wants. A few individuals desire of experiencing a successful profession, a wealthy lifestyle, a safe and sound economic status, a secure relationship, or maybe simply of going to college or maybe eating at that fancy cafe someday. Another thing is for sure that ... Views: 1101
Through a Simple Twist of Faith
Part one of a three-part article written by Randi G. Fine
I was born into a highly observant Jewish family. My mother’s father, a Lithuanian immigrant, was a pious man. He was a cantor by trade—an ordained Jewish clergy with a magnificent voice who joined ... Views: 1101
We certainly have a good deal involving wants. A few individuals desire of having a flourishing profession, a well-to-do way of life, a secure financial standing, a protected relationship, or just simply of going to college or maybe eating at that extravagant restaurant someday. Another thing is ... Views: 1101
Research has shown that about half of all adults make New Year’s resolutions, yet less than 10 percent manage to keep them for more than a few months. Why do we have such a difficult time sticking to the goals we set for ourselves?
One of the biggest reasons people have trouble keeping ... Views: 1100
We all have had to live with someone at some point in our lives. Some of us grew up with two parents. Some of us only had one. Many of us had brothers or sisters, then perhaps roommates or spouses. We all know after the newness wears off of relationships, issues begin to come out. There are ... Views: 1100
We have long used the question, “What’s in your house” to not only discover what is currently available for use if seen differently, but to reveal what doesn’t need to be in our house and can be discarded or moved along to another.
In the first glorious warm days of spring I was in our yard ... Views: 1099
Did you ever wonder why some people confidently achieve their goals with little effort, while others appear to struggle through life? To begin experiencing success you must feel successful and believe you deserve to be so. The level of self-esteem you have dictates what you allow into your life. ... Views: 1099
Yes, belief is a prison because it cripples you and therefore deprives you of your individuality. It is only when you doubt, enquire, explore and experience that you can be free, thus be an individual. The same applies to disbelief. Before you disbelieve, ask yourself whether you have ... Views: 1099
I am reminded today of the fact that all we have is this present moment. We can’t be anywhere else than where we are right now. We can’t, by sheer willpower – in this moment -- make ourselves into something we are not. No matter how fiercely we may want to.
Years ago, my heart was broken by a ... Views: 1097
The Baal Shem Tov taught, “Our love of God should be like the love between brother and sister, or between a mother and her child, rather then like the love between man and wife were between lovers.
The first may show their love of both in private and in public; whereas the latter do so ... Views: 1097
We certainly have a whole lot involving fancies. Several of people desire of getting a prosperous job, a well-off life-style, a protected fiscal position, a risk-free romantic relationship, or perhaps simply of going to university or maybe eating on this elegant bistro someday. Another thing is ... Views: 1096
Walking into Kylie Minogue’s concert a few evenings ago, I walked past two teenage girls stepping into a floodlit area.
“Hey! Look at my shadow!” the one shouted excitedly to her friend, as they played with the way the lights fell around them.
Being a coach who works a lot with the shadow ... Views: 1095
THE ART OF PRANAYAM
Pranayam is the root of spiritual knowlege......THE KNOWLEGE OF THE SELF (Atma gyaan).
pranayam is a sure step to self realisation,,,,,,,frees you from the disharmony of
pleasure and pain.
pranayam means the control of breath.......the life force energy.
pranayam is an ... Views: 1094
“It is human nature to wish to compel others to do as we think they ought to do. It is divine to see that their own way is their true way.” Scientific Mental Christian Practice – Emma Curtis Hopkins
“Today, my desire is to live close to Spirit and to know with all of my heart that It works ... Views: 1092
Few people realize that the best way to achieve your goals of happiness and success is simply through raising your self esteem. It’s surprising nowadays how many people genuinely suffer from very low self esteem, and it’s a problem that most people feel holds them back from enjoying their lives ... Views: 1091