by Cary Bailen — Have you ever thought about how many times we find ourselves amid a crisis in our lives pondering, “How did I get here?” “Why is this happening to me?” Or the poor me, “I don’t deserve this!” With introspection, we can eventually find ourselves peaceful and thankful for that nasty situation […]
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Straight from the horse’s mouth
December 2, 2012
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by Michelle Muller — Interactions between equines and humans have been documented throughout history, and horses’ bonds with humans as devoted companions and workers continues today. Nurturing this emotional and healing bond develops a relationship of support and unconditional love, allowing humans to explore their own emotions and intuition. Most horse owners will agree that […]
To Pluto or not to Pluto? This is the question, or is it?
December 1, 2012
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by Gabriella von Elekes — The news is out: Pluto is not a planet, after all. The astronomers’ decision became final on August 24, 2006, at the International Astronomic Union meeting in Prague, the beautiful capital of the Czech Republic. These astronomers — trying to play a number on astrologers — have most certainly created […]
Thought for food
November 30, 2012
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by Scott Kalechstein — On July 13, 2006, a front-page article in the New York Times caught my eye. The headline read, “Paralyzed Man Uses Thoughts to Move a Cursor.” The story described how, after neuroscientists had implanted a small sensor in his brain, a man had learned to use his thoughts and intentions to […]
A Christmas message: Be a true Christ-One
November 29, 2012
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by Paramahansa Yogananda — This is my Christmas Song to you, that by daily meditation you so prepare the cradle of your consciousness that you behold the Infinite Baby Christ laid there anew. During this holy season pray deep and long until every day becomes a true Christmas occasion of divine communion. Spiritualize the social […]
Gratitude journals
November 28, 2012
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by Doreene Clement — Think about how you would complete the following: “Today I am grateful for …” Do you already keep a gratitude journal, or do you incorporate one into your current journaling or diary? If you do not already keep one, you might consider starting a gratitude journal, because keeping a record of […]
Are you a psychic empath?
November 27, 2012
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by Leslee J. Klinsky — Do you ever feel overwhelmed by emotions when you are at a restaurant, movie, party or in a crowd? Does your mood ever change when you are around certain people? Do you ever feel a sudden energy drain when you are around someone in particular? Do you ever feel the […]
Rejuvenation in timeless space
November 26, 2012
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by Eva-Maria Mora — The angels want to invite us to join them in a journey to the ageless space of angelic time. This is a timeless zone we can enter just by taking a deep breath, to experience the moment and escape the wheel of time. Being in this space makes it possible to […]
Your amuse system lightens the workload
November 23, 2012
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by Karen Lee — According to Jody Urquhart, an expert in the field of humor and health, fun is productive. Imagine a work world where people love their work environment, and they are calm, stress-free and happy all day long. People who are in good spirits are more likely to be productive. Their mental attitude […]
Have a happy feng shui holiday
November 23, 2012
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by DeAnna Radaj — Getting tired of the same old red and green decorations? Would you like to add more meaning to some of your holiday rituals? How about adding some feng shui principles to your holiday gift giving and decorations? Feng shui is the ancient science of placement and living in harmony and balance […]
How to ask for help
November 22, 2012
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by Ada Porat — Asking for help is not something most of us do naturally. In fact, we often find it painfully difficult to do because it makes us feel vulnerable, weak or ashamed; our fears of rejection and embarrassment get in the way. In reality, asking for help does not indicate weakness. Life is […]
Holding higher ground
November 21, 2012
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by John English — Let’s face it — there are a lot of things happening in our world today, and for those of us who have made the decision to live a spiritual life, this presents certain challenges. The massive spiritual awakening that was foretold by prophets from several cultures and across the ages appears […]
Do you have an emotional mailbox?
November 20, 2012
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by Irene Conlan — If you do not have a mailbox, where do you receive your mail? If you do not have an “emotional mailbox,” where do you store all the compliments you hear and all the positive feedback you receive about yourself? An emotional mailbox helps keep us balanced and on-track when we are […]



December 2, 2012
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