Back to Nature We work so hard to be able to afford luxury goods, only to find out after our ‘enlightenment’ that nature’s gifts have longer lasting and better health benefits than our expensive accessories! Take sunglasses for example. People pay sky-high prices for designer glasses to look beautiful and bolder! Yet, wearing sunglasses and […]
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How Do You Make People Feel?
How Do You Make People Feel? People will forget what you said, People will forget what you did, But they will never forget how you made them feel. The above is a quote by the late Maya Angelou. How many times have you been inspired or ‘expired’ as a result of what someone said […]
Connecting with the Supreme Being (Part of the ‘Let’s Meditate’ series)
Connecting with the Supreme Being (Part of the ‘Let’s Meditate’ series) The first meaning of Raja Yoga is to be a master of the self, ‘Raj’ meaning ‘King’ or ‘the highest’ and ‘Yoga’ meaning ‘union’. Today we look at the second meaning, which means to connect with the Highest Being. Before the atheists in the […]
“Conflict Resolution” Handbook by Aruna Ladva (free download)
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All that Glitters is not Gold
All that Glitters is not Gold All that glisters is not gold; Often have you heard that told: Many a man his life hath sold But my outside to behold: Gilded tombs do worms enfold. Had you been as wise as bold, Young in limbs, in judgment old Your answer had not been inscroll’d Fare […]
Is Everything all ‘White’ in Your Life?
Is Everything all ‘White’ in Your Life? Every colour affects our mood and psyche in some way. Understanding this subtle science can help us to be more selective about what colours we wear and surround ourselves with. Of all the colours, white is by far the most enlightening. White is a spiritual colour. It is […]
When the Student is Ready the Teacher Will Appear!
When the Student is Ready the Teacher Will Appear! There is a famous adage that ‘when the student is ready the teacher will appear’. But come to think of it, are ‘teachers’ in one form or another not always all around us? Could it be that we just fail to notice them? Everything and everyone […]
The Gift of Love
The Gift of Love The emotion of love, in all of its many forms, can be one of the most wonderful and uplifting of all feelings. It is the most talked about and desired experience and yet perhaps the least understood. As Valentine’s day comes close all lovers will be asking themselves, what is the […]
Haven’t I Met You Before?
Haven’t I Met You Before? How often have you met someone for (apparently) the first time but felt that you knew them already? Or you’re pretty sure that you have met them previously… and yet it’s not possible in this lifetime. Could ‘previously’ mean in another lifetime? For those who subscribe to the notion of […]
WOW and WAH!
WOW and WAH! We are already into the second week of the new year, and there is a strong likelihood that already some of our new year’s resolutions have already gone astray! Keeping a light heart and gently reinforcing our positive and determined attitude will keep us going when the motivation is flagging!
2014 – Year of Meditation and Mindfulness
Meditation is a tool that has been used for centuries to calm the mind, reduce stress and bring enlightenment. Just 20 minutes a day can rejuvenate a tired mind and body and help your brain to recharge. And that’s not to mention the multitude of positive long-term effects. Meditation has been proven philosophically, medically and […]
Looking Back and Moving Forward
In some parts of the world, the number 13 is thought to be unlucky. And looking back on 2013, some may have felt that their fears had come true in the worst ways possible. Noticing a few highlighted photos of 2013 that have made it to our desk, it’s evident that the year was a […]