by Mimi Solaire — Stretching not only relaxes the body but also has a calming effect on the mind and emotions. Some of the benefits of stretching include mental and physical relaxation; body awareness; reduction of muscular tension and soreness; production of chemicals that lubricate connective tissues and joints, helping reduce injury to joints, ligaments, […]
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The secret wisdom of the inner voice
January 17, 2014
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by Dr. John F. Demartini — You can access great wisdom and genius by spending time each day in grateful communion with your inner voice. What better way to create a more fulfilling life than by mastering the art of tuning into your most inspired and ingenious self? This voice is your guide of […]
Why are our favorite foods making us fat?
January 11, 2014
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by Scott White — Why is it that we crave coffee, candy, cookies and all the goodies that are so bad for us? A visit to any location of the world’s most successful coffeehouse chain provides a clear glimpse into the American food addiction. As a nation, we’re now experiencing more disease, obesity, depression, […]
What causes fear?
January 9, 2014
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by David Berger — Fear is not an inherent human emotion. Rather, it is passed on to us at conception. This means a fearful mother-to-be will, in turn, pass her fear to her fetus. Joy and happiness are similarly transferred. After birth, parents’ fear is nurtured within their child because the parents unknowingly reinforce it. […]
Affirmations and music
January 8, 2014
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by Larry Hartstein — Modern science and philosophy now show that our thoughts and our frame of mind are the most important components of our successes. Our deeply held beliefs are the filters that determine how fully we experience life. If we focus on the negative, we will see only the negative. If we focus […]
What are you doing “under” there?
January 6, 2014
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by Irene Conlan — “I didn’t go under.” “They said I couldn’t go under.” “I don’t think I went under.” These strange and interesting statements are often heard in relation to hypnosis, and they conjure an image of someone struggling to get up and out from under a bed or desk. Many people are frightened […]
Long-awaited times are here
January 5, 2014
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by Hilary Bee — Have you ever had the feeling that you have a big contribution to make to the world, that there is something very important for you to do? You know you are here for a reason, and that your time will come. You may even be feeling this strongly right now — […]
Three steps to heart-based living
January 4, 2014
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by Ronna Prince — Dive in, tune in and lighten up. It seems that today we are inundated with messages about living in the heart. It is the latest catch phrase, but really, what does it mean? It means living in balance with emotions and thoughts. It means allowing one’s heart to lead the way […]
Belief in Self fosters creativity
December 28, 2013
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by Sherry Anshara — Self is a very powerful and empowering word. It is a word founded upon faith, trust and nonjudgment from within. When you believe in your Self, anything is possible. Life goals become the probability and not the improbable. Belief in Self is found at the deepest core of your understanding, which […]
Keep it light — 10 steps to managing a health challenge
December 24, 2013
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by Nicky Rolland — After the age of 40, we are often required to juggle many balls. We not only have to manage our own health, but the health of others as well — our children, spouse, parents or a combination thereof. So, chances are that at some point we will be dealing with ailing […]
Choosing the best yoga style for you
December 23, 2013
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by Meagan McCrary — We are heading into the darkest days of winter with the promise of a new year on the not-so-distant horizon. As we make the transition, we have the opportunity to reflect on the closing year and set intentions for the upcoming one. Whether you want to become lithe and toned, address […]
Lack of time — perception or reality
December 10, 2013
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by Diane Randall — One day you are going to college, studying and having fun; the next thing you know you are working long hours, eating on the run, rushing home to take care of your kids, spouse or significant other. Where does the time go? Managing time means more than managing life’s race against […]
Activation of one’s greatness potential
December 8, 2013
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by Steven Patascher — Our “greatness potential” is waiting to be realized on multidimensional levels in the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual realms of existence. If growth is to be meaningful, effective and comprehensively sustained, these areas need to be addressed. “Greatness potential,” as I define it, is one’s highest capacity for love, wisdom, creativity […]
January 23, 2014
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