silence

Nothing At All

"Horror, I've seen horror...the horrors that you've seen. But that gives you no right to call me a murderer. You have the right to kill me, you have the right to do that but, you have no right to judge me." - Marlon Brando in Apocalypse Now (Hearts of Darkness) The above quote was a portion of Brando's last monologue to explain that his atrocities were no different than the atrocities of his country, or, for that matter, no different than the atrocities of religion. How is it that so … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: god, nothing, silence

Releasing the Heart to Get to the Heart of the Matter

By Deanna Reiter 1 Comment

An animal will know hours before a storm comes or an earthquake erupts. It is aware of the shifts in its environment, and it follows the optimal course of action. It knows where it needs to go and when. But most humans who are making decisions based on their minds or hearts will be so deeply connected to their own agendas, they will not realize there is a storm until the sky is black. They will not realize there is an earthquake until the ground is shaking. They will not know when they need … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: meditation, presence, silence, stillness

Retreat Centers

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Order Community business listings through our Online Store. Retreat centers are typically spiritual settings that allow you to withdraw from the rigors of daily life and recharge and renew your body, mind and soul. Such centers often promote connection with nature, meditation and solitude to help you restore balance. The following retreat centers serve our community: Afton Embrace Retreat House, 14725 Afton Blvd. S., Afton, MN, 651.436.1880, jeanneb4@gmail.com -- Welcome to this … [Read more...]

Category: Community Tags: retreat, silence, spirituality

Healing…In A Moment

By Kim Eisen 1 Comment

Our Featured Topic: Envisioning the Future of Health Care

In my vision for the future, it is quite possible that less healing will be needed. Those who grew up with the limiting beliefs that held the need for healing will have the opportunity to release those limiting beliefs, learn to focus on their intuition for guidance, move towards their empowerment, and receive the tools to use along the way to release anything that holds them in emotional or physical pain. Those who are young now will be instructed and encouraged on how to do this. And the … [Read more...]

Category: Health Tags: beliefs, healing, silence

Shhh…Can You Hear It?

By Rev. Lisa Severson Leave a Comment

Each one of us is born with an innate psychic ability. It is our birthright as children of God. Psychic ability can manifest in many ways. It can come as prophetic dreams, clairaudience (hearing), clairvoyance (seeing), healing, empathy (feeling) or just "hunches." Some people seem to have an unmistakable ability from birth and others don't think they have any at all. But we all have the possibility to explore and expand our natural abilities. If you want to be able to hear the subtle … [Read more...]

Category: Intuitive Arts Tags: abilities, meditation, psychic, silence, spirit, trust

An Interview with Persian Guru, Kambiz Naficy

By Emily Paul 1 Comment

Kambiz Naficy is a meditation master and the founder of the international organization, Joy of Life. The mission of Joy of Life is to create joyful and stress-free living worldwide by raising human consciousness. Kambiz integrates the wisdom of ancient Kriya Yoga teachings with modern holistic sciences, such as quantum physics and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Through Kriya yoga practices, including energetic breathing and meditation, Kambiz promotes Self-exploration and empowerment … [Read more...]

Category: Spirituality Tags: joy, meditation, quantum physics, silence, yoga

The Benefits of Silence

By Lloyd J. Thomas PhD Leave a Comment

In the August issue of Ode magazine, Tijn Touber wrote, "Being silent means more than just holding your tongue. It means listening for the softest, most subtle sound of all - the sound of the soul." Last April, I was forced to keep vocally silent for a week after minor surgery on my vocal chords. Among the benefits I derived from not talking aloud (not even a whisper), was my penmanship dramatically improved. The notes I wrote to my wife were at least legible. The experience of not … [Read more...]

Category: Life Tags: silence

An Interview with Sage Lewis

By Tim Miejan Leave a Comment

What was the most sacred moment you have had in your life? Sage Lewis: There have been so many sacred moments in my life, but what floats up to the top is the most tender exchange I've ever had with my dog, Java. It happened during the fourth day of my first Tellington TTouch® training in May 2002.Java and I were lying on a blanket together at a training facility - following the direction of the instructor to begin using some basic TTouches (lifts, slides, circular TTouches) with our dogs. … [Read more...]

Category: Spirituality Tags: expo, silence, spirit, stillness