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We Conquer By Thought

Lately, a number of friends and family have undergone surgery for serious, even life-threatening illness. It's in times of crisis, especially with a health crisis, we question the meaning of life because it brings us face-to-face with our own mortality. Often, unresolved childhood issues surface that need to be dealt... Read more →

A Helping of Humor Served with Cranberries on the Side

Thanks to Dorothy for sharing the following story: "One year my mom went to my sister's house for the traditional feast. Knowing how gullible my sister is, my mom decided to play a trick. She told my sister that she needed something from the store. When my sister left, my... Read more →

The Essence of Life - Heart

"After our daily labors, let us gather to discourse about the heart. It will lead us beyond the domains of Earth toward the Subtle World, in order to bring us closer to the sphere of Fire." from Heart, Agni Yoga Society After any major crisis or upheaval, we often ask... Read more →

Flying in the Eye of Ike

Tornado chasers and hurricane hunters are an interesting bunch. It's exhilarating to watch movies like Twister or The Perfect Storm. It's a completely otherworldly scenario, however, to imagine living in the eye of a storm. Yahoo News gives us an inside look at those brave and edgy Hurricane Hunters. They... Read more →

Oh No! Not Ike!

As Hurricane Ike heads toward the Texas Gulf Coast with Houston in its sight, we sit waiting. People don't realize the psychic pressure generated from 4 million thoughts focused on one event. Coinciding with the anniversary of the 911 tragedy, it's all we can do to remain detached but prepared.... Read more →

Laborless Labor Day

I am not an early adopter of technology. In fact, I use my cell phone as a clock. As a society, technology has become so enmeshed in our daily lives, that I doubt few of us even question its value. Ben Stein, author, actor, economist and social commentator, referring to... Read more →

Mid-Life Resurrection

If you're transitioning through midlife full-bore, you may be surprised one day to find yourself stuck in a life you no longer want. Don't despair. Just as in adolescence, angst and disorientation are all part of the mid-life transition. A spirit of self-acceptance will help. Midlife is an opportunity to... Read more →

Forget The Comments. I'll Take The Cash! After one week of running the "Why I Don't Comment Poll," the mandate is clear: My readers don't comment period. Wait. I take that back. Eight people responded; Five people clicked a radio button, but then one clicked "Other," which I thought was... Read more →