Psychologists have proved over and over again that – guess what – exposure to violent imagery produces disturbances in the mind that must, in the course of time, take form in outward behavior. more
Think about this: we don’t know how to do peace on our planet very well. That’s why I like the words of the Dalai Lama, “When you realize that everything springs only from yourself, you will learn both peace and joy.” more
Coupled with a few comical stories of past experiences and his easy to understand and likable speaking style, Bruce Lipton’s speech was an entertaining, fun, and enlightening lesson on cellular biology and the role it plays in creating our own realities. more
What do you like to do with your “free time”? Or, perhaps more apt, do you get any time that is free? Time during which nothing has been planned, time that is okay to spend lost in thought, time that is completely…yours? more
By Charles Eisenstein | Congo is like a microcosm of the entire planet, taken to its extreme. One of the most beautiful places on Earth, it is also among the most troubled. There is no covering up the enormity of the situation, there. There is no pretending that the world is basically working OK, there. There is no denying that it will take a miracle – in addition to a lot of work – to create a beautiful future in Congo. more
Voices are so personal. They mirror our story – our gifts, doubts, history, mood, identity, and secret dreams. Every time we speak, we are revealing something about ourselves – the things we’re proud of and perhaps the things we most want to hide. more
Our first winter back in Ottawa after 27 years in warm Sri Lanka has been quite eye-opening. Watching all of the plant and animal life adapt to the freezing cold; seeing the plants and seeds fight to stay underground; witnessing the roots sprout as the ice thaws—all of these things were magical for us to experience again. The ways nature adapts to the cycles of the seasons, when left undisturbed, is truly amazing. more
Inner peace is the mother of all virtues because without it, the rest have a hard time manifesting in our lives. more
You’ve committed to a healthier lifestyle, buying more fresh produce and switching to organic foods. In the rush to give your diet an eco-makeover, don’t neglect the portion of your kitchen often kept behind closed doors: the pantry. These five simple tips to greening this space will reduce waste, cut clutter, and replace foods harmful to your body—and the planet—with healthier options. more
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The United States presidential elections are tomorrow. more
