As our society becomes more and more complex, the tendency is that our roles become smaller and smaller. We hope that it is enough for each individual to know his/her part, assuming that the whole is the sum of its parts. In many cases, this is indeed an extremely effective approach. For example, mass production of many industrial products, such as cars, became possible only after the introduction of the "assembly line" approach. People suffering from rare diseases often can stay … [Read more...]
Avarice, Compassion and the Scarcity Mindset
Avarice is not only one of the "seven deadly sins," it is also one of the consequences of the mindset of "scarcity." Avarice is defined as "too much desire to get and keep money; greed for riches." Certainly, acquiring and keeping money alone in no way guarantees a fulfilling life, and excessive amounts of money more often become an obstacle to it. In her book, The Soul of Money, Lynn Twist writes: "...My fund-raising work with the very wealthy taught me that, … [Read more...]
Organic News for Aug 2008
29 Nations cut-off food exportsWhile U.S. consumers struggle to cope with steadily rising food and energy costs, a billion rural farmers and low-income families are suffering from what can only be described as a global food crisis. The New York Times reported last week that at least 29 countries have sharply curbed or completely cut-off grain exports to make sure their own populations have enough to eat. According to the article, "When it comes to rice, India, Vietnam, China and 11 other … [Read more...]
Claiming our Moments
Why do we do most of the things we do during the day? Are most of the things we do a means to an end or are we doing things as a diversion to distract us, consciously or unconsciously, from what we really need to work on?The need to always be doing is overwhelming, so much so to the point that we never get a chance to have a moment to ourselves - aside from the commute to and from work, which does not count! When we do have a moment, a feeling arises that the moment is not deserved or is to be … [Read more...]
The Greatest Secret of All
An excerpt from the book The Greatest Secret of All: Moving Beyond Abundance to True Fulfillment There are no secrets, just truths and powerful laws of creation that remain hidden from our awareness until we are ready to hear them.The law of manifestation is just as concrete as the laws of physics - in fact, the law of manifestation incorporates the laws of physics and chemistry.We have the power within us to clearly imagine what we wish to achieve. The more often we focus our powerful … [Read more...]
Charting the Heavens in August
The Sun, traveling through Leo this month, beckons us to share our creative imaginings...until it enters Virgo on 8/22 and we strengthen our boundaries. Who are you as your full expression? Leo energy calls us to reveal our creator selves and shine for all to see. The new moon/total solar eclipse on 8/1 brings new creative visions born of emotions. The full moon/partial lunar eclipse in Aquarius on 8/16 finds us more courageous in our self-expressions.Mercury, traveling direct, enters Libra on … [Read more...]
Eating Healthy on the Road
Dear EarthTalk: I really want to eat healthy and organic but am constantly traveling and on the go. How can I eat fast food without having to always end up at McDonalds and Burger King? - Dylan Baker, Seattle, Washington The latest trend in fast food is healthy and organic, and luckily for conscious consumers, several chains offering just such fare are taking root in different parts of the U.S. One of the leaders of this small but scrappy pack of fast food upstarts is O'Naturals. The small chain … [Read more...]
Why Wait for Heaven?
As Dee and I took our bulkhead seats on our flight home to Hawaii, we noticed a young newlywed couple seeking their seats in the row across the aisle from us. They were on their honeymoon, obviously very much in love and excited about their adventure. When they realized that they were assigned seats apart from each other, both in middle seats one behind another, their countenance dropped like a 5 year old whose ice cream cone fell on the sidewalk.The passenger sitting next to the husband, a … [Read more...]
Eight Steps to Accelerate Fat Loss and Create a Healthy, Fit Body for Life
Editor's note: The following excerpt is taken from the book Health Bliss: 50 Revitalizing NatureFoods & Lifestyle Choices to Promote Vibrant Health (Hay House, June 2008) and is available at all bookstores or online at: www.hayhouse.com. Here are some tips for increasing your metabolism, selecting the right exercise and foods, and making good choices to create a fit, healthy body.1. Increase your muscle mass. Muscle burns fat - it's that simple. Exercise increases muscle, tones it, alters … [Read more...]
A Butterfly’s Morning
lighting so gently an incredible fragrance i must take it in sensing my beauty you freeze and then smile i sit on your arm i smile back to you it looks like i’m a flutter your love shakes my soul Enjoy St. Paul's Como Zoo butterfly gardens, which are open through September 1. The exhibit is free. Donations are accepted. Visit www.comozooconservatory.org. … [Read more...]
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