by Diana DeMar
Emotional depression can be a debilitating and soul-crushing illness. For those of you who have suffered with it, you know that it can not only affect you emotionally, but also physically, leaving you feeling drained of energy, anxious, and plagued with chronic headaches. Some people might find themselves never wanting to leave the house; you might lose interest in the things you once enjoyed so much and find that you push away even your most beloved friends. (more…)
by Riannon
Learning spirituality is an exciting, enlightening and rewarding process, but how do you get started? With all the information in the world at your fingertips, it can be hard decision where to target first, and with contradictory beliefs, in can be hard to establish your own. This article rewinds the process and brings the focus to the very beginning of a spiritual journey, making you ready for lifelong development. (more…)
When Edgar Cayce, the legendary American mystic, prepared to enter his self-induced trance state for a reading, those present were usually aware of some of the questions or instructions which would be asked or given, but normally an excited anticipation enveloped the room as no one could predict what new revelations might be uncovered over the next hour or so. On March 7, 1941, as the afternoon life reading commenced for a three, almost four year old, young miss who was present but much too young to comprehend the process unfolding before her eyes, many a jaw suddenly dropped in unison as Edgar Cayce identified this innocent youngster as the reincarnation of Martha Washington. Here are some excerpts from that afternoon’s reading, 2459-1. (more…)
by Eileen McDargh
A worldwide web of viewers watched 33 miners being pulled to the surface following a 600,000 ton cave-in that happened nearly one-half mile below the ground on a barren plain in southern Chile. Besides showcasing the tenacity of rescuers and the miracle of technology, the miners themselves offer dramatic lessons in resiliency that anyone can learn. (more…)
Poker, like life, is a game of both skill and luck. If you enter a tournament many things are beyond your control: the opponents you’ll be grouped with, the hands you’ll be dealt, and the tactics you’ll face.
In life, many things are beyond your control: the circumstances into which you are born, your own unique characteristics, and the various circumstances you’ll face throughout the journey. (more…)
However much you may try to avoid them, problems are a part of life, so here’s a simple strategy for dealing with them.
When faced with a problem, ask yourself: “Is there anything I can do about this?” (more…)
by Floco Tausin
In the mid-1990s I met a man named Nestor living in the solitude of the hilly Emmental region of Switzerland. Nestor has a unique and provocative claim: that he focuses for years on a constellation of huge shining spheres and strings which have been formed in his field of vision. He interprets this phenomenon as a subtle structure formed by our consciousness which in turn creates our material world. Nestor, who calls himself a seer, ascribes this subjective visual perception to his long lasting efforts to develop his consciousness. He explains his vision as an extended perception of a phenomenon for which, in ophthalmology, the collective term “floaters†is applied. (more…)
by Ryan Rivera
What is spirituality, if not the process of learning how to see life in perspective? What is a spiritual seeker, if not a person who aims for detachment from his lower self? Most people don’t realize this, but following a consistent spiritual practice can be a highly effective way to deal with anxiousness; in the same way, certain methods of anxiety management can be described as being almost spiritual in nature. (more…)
In complete contrast to the usual doom and gloom pumped out by the news channels the world has today stood captivated by the incredible unfolding story of the rescue of 33 miners trapped deep underground in Chile. This rescue is truly a miracle, perhaps inspired by God, but certainly executed by the Spirit, Will and sheer ingenuity of man.
Bombarded by accounts of war, natural disaster and all manner of other forms of suffering it is a welcome reminder to see just what the human race is capable of when it chooses to focus and apply itself for good. For today the whole world stands united in its desire to see these men brought safely back to freedom.
As we continue to hope and pray the rescue will be successfully completed, the event holds inspiration for us all, the inspiration that there is no limit to what we may achieve, and that any limitations we perceive are self-imposed. Let us draw strength from the miners, who although trapped deep within the bowels of the earth, never gave up hope of a brighter tomorrow. And let us draw inspiration from the efforts of every single contributor to the rescue mission, whose vision, belief, and hard work made this miracle possible.
by Dawn MacIntyre
Making most of our time here on earth is not difficult but does require us to develop certain states of mind as well as the higher qualities of our soul. This includes empowering ourselves to succeed and enjoy life, learning to trust and surrender to a higher power, our Divine Selves, and stop trying to do everything by ourself from the place of our personality and finally, becoming fully awakened by developing higher states of being.
How can I transform my victim mentality to one of authentic empowerment and truly succeed in all areas of my life? (more…)