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A Sane Response to the Death of Certainty

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Written by: Andrew Harvey and Carolyn Baker, Ph.D.,

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The majority of people traumatized in childhood do not recognize the fact, and few people in 2020 would have readily named the pandemic as a trauma.

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Don’t Give Up Before You Begin

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Written by: Peter Ruppert

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It’s sometimes easy to wonder if you have “what It takes;” if you have enough talent or skills to make your dreams happen.

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Looking Back and Celebrating Your Successes

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Written by: Joyce Vissell

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This year, I am going to suggest adding something to your routine of resolutions. How about looking back at the past year and celebrating the successes that you have made?

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Selfishness in a Monastery: Leadership Lessons from a Monk and His Brother

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Written by: David C. Bentall

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"Shortly after my brother got married he called me to apologize. He said he hadn't realized how selfish he was until he got married." -- Brother James

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Reframing Can Change Everything

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Written by: Ellen Meredith

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Try this experiment. Look around you, letting your vision scan in a 180-degree arc. What did you notice? Now, make a circle with your thumb and index finger and look through it...

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Clearing Your Energy Field: The Path of the Modern Mystic

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Written by: Mara Branscombe

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You cannot master or control these great mysteries in life. Yet when you can open yourself up to the vibrational fields of earthly and cosmic rhythms, you...

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Noble Ethics and the Warrior Within

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Written by: Emma Farrell

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To truly live in alignment with noble ethics is challenging. If it was an easy endeavor, we would live in a very different world than we do today.

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The Gift of Solitude in Nature

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Written by: Barry Vissell

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Perhaps I am just a bit, crazy and reckless, but I crave solitude in the wilderness, nature's divine temple.

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Everything Is Interconnected

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Written by: Lawrence Doochin

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As we come to a greater understanding on how the Universe works and our role in it, we begin to see patterns of how everything fits together like a puzzle and how the Universe is helping us.

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Embracing Flexibility for Personal Growth

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Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

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Flexibility is essential for change, whether in life or personal habits. Many individuals struggle with rigidity, clinging to unfulfilling jobs or relationships, which stunts their evolution. By recognizing and overcoming patterns of conformity, guilt, and victimhood, one can cultivate a fluid mindset, allowing for growth and connection with one's true self.

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Empowering Women to Redefine Success and Joy

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Written by: Allison Carmen

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Women are increasingly asserting their voices in various domains, yet societal constructs often hinder true equality and fulfillment. By exploring internal strengths and redefining personal definitions of success, women can challenge these barriers. This journey involves asking critical questions about joy, occupation, and identity, ultimately leading to a more empowered existence.

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Spontaneity and Gratitude as Creative Playgrounds

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Written by: Evelyn C. Rysdyk

Spontaneity and Gratitude as Creative Playgrounds 

Great ideas can strike when you are fully involved in another task. When an idea strikes, stop what you are doing as soon as you are able and write down whatever arose from your creative mind.

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A Place of Rest from Ever-Accelerating Change

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Written by: Pierre Pradervand

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For eons we lived in a world where change was so slow that a snails’ pace would by comparison seem like a racing car from the famous Le Mans car race. Stability was the name of the game...

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Rethinking the U-Shaped Curve of Happiness in Aging

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Written by: David Bartram

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The widely accepted U-shaped curve of happiness, suggesting that individuals become happier as they age, is called into question by recent analyses. Studies reveal that happiness often declines in older age due to health issues and bereavement, with varying patterns across countries. This shift challenges the notion that wisdom and acceptance inevitably lead to increased happiness in later life.

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True or False: There Are No Coincidences

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Written by: Bernard Beitman, M.D.

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The statement?“There are no coincidences”?reveals a paradox at the core of the subject of coincidences.

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5 Steps to Live Your Life without Inner Opposition and Drama

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Written by: Amy Eliza Wong

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"Over time, you will form an intensely personal relationship with this beautiful inner force. It will replace the relationship you currently have with inner pain and disturbance. ..."

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Kind Gestures Bring Recipients More Joy Than We Assume

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Written by: Jeremy Spiers

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People aren't way off base," says Amit Kumar. "They get that being kind to people makes them feel good. What we don't get is how good it really makes others feel.

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A New Blueprint for Fixing A Broken Life

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Written by: Julia Harriet

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By mid-life, most of us have faced a significant loss such as the passing of a loved one, losing a job, or the dissolution of a formative relationship. These painful experiences can leave us feeling like we’ve taken a wrecking ball to the heart.

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Cleansing, Grounding, and Protecting: Two Foundational Practices

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Written by: MaryAnn DiMarco

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Many cultures have a ritualistic cleansing practice, often done with smoke or water, to help remove negative or stagnant energy. There are also numerous practices that point to the idea of grounding...

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Can We Be Too Old?

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Written by: Barry Vissell

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We all know the expression, "You're as old as you think or feel." Too many people give up on activities just because of age. The real danger here is the giving up on life...

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A Few Simple Things I’ve Learned Along The Way

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Written by: Peter Ruppert

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Sometimes, when we are laser-focused on our goals and making our mark on the world, the relentless activity can become all-encompassing. In pursuit of a good life, we can sometimes forget to enjoy what is right in front of us.

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