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JANUARY 22 - FEBRUARY
4, 2008
Intuitive Painting As A Spiritual
Practice
by Chris Zydel
People paint for a lot of different reasons. To relax, to express themselves , to create beauty and meaning, to make money, because they have a passion to create, to gain approval, to stay sane, to make sense of the world, to play and have fun. All of the above are wonderful and valid motivations to put a brush filled with color onto paper or canvas. But did you also know that there is a way to approach painting that can be used very effectively as a form of meditation and psycho spiritual practice?
This type of painting goes by many names. It has been called Process Painting, Intuitive Painting, Free Expression Painting, Soul Painting and Source
Painting. No matter what it is called, when you paint in this way your intention is to use the process of painting to connect with your inner life and to journey into the invisible worlds of soul and spirit.
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Our Seven Spiritual Gene Sets
by Meredith L. Young-Sowers
Just as physical DNA can be turned on and off by attitudes, beliefs, nutrition, and environment, the same is true of our spiritual DNA—it too can be turned on and off. Our spiritual DNA is activated when we are living in accordance with our true Self—such as when we are attentive to our choices; when we strive to find ways of compromising, seeking solutions to problems that used to send us over the moon; and when we hold back anger and rage until it calms—and we calm—and find a wiser way to proceed.
When we think well of ourselves and others, we enhance various genes that deal with particular emotional responses. When we listen, for example, to another person’s opinion and genuinely look for compromise, we are strengthening the gene set of Joy & Inner Peace, which activates our authentic voice. If we are passed over for a job promotion, but continue to trust our own creativity and stay steady, we’re benefiting from the spiritual gene set of Inner Power & Presence. This gene set helps us make peace with our need to overly control people and circumstances and to feel competitive with everyone and everything that seems to be getting ahead of us.
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Boundaries Protect Who We Are
by Tim Murphy
The
human life is precious. Many of us have gone through adversities in life
that have given us the false impression that we are less than, or that we
don’t belong. Nothing could be farther from the truth. There’s a
purpose and a plan for your life. Because you are worth it – you need to
protect yourself with boundaries.
Those
of us, who’ve allowed our self esteem to go down hill, must realize it
can’t stay down there. To begin to enjoy life the way it was intended we
all need boundaries to protect that life.
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JANUARY 3
- JANUARY 22, 2008
You Can Do What You
Love
by Sanaya Roman and Duane Packer
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My Wife’s Triumph Over
Uterine Fibroids
by Steven Hefferon, CMT, PTA, CPRS
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Why Do We Feel Sick All the Time:
Metaphysical ‘Cures’ For What Ails Us
by Steven E. Hodes, M.D.
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DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 3, 2007
The
Healing Touch
by Sandra Blakeslee and Matthew
Blakeslee
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While I'm Away: When You Travel
And Your Animal Companions Stay Home
by Nedda Wittels
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The Path of Unconditional Happiness
by Michael A. Singer
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NOVEMBER 17 - DECEMBER 1, 2007
Opening To Abundance: Opening Your Heart
by Dr. Trish Whynot
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Sweet
Dreams: No Sugar Added
by Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
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The Enslaving
Illusion of Love
by Fr. Paul Coutinho, SJ
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OCTOBER 27 - NOVEMBER 17 , 2007
The Secret of
the Three “Only” Things
by Robert Moss
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Stillborn and
Stillhere
by Diana Gardner-Williams
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Sense of Gratitude: One Woman's Prayer of Appreciation
by Marlene Buffa
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OCTOBER 6 - OCTOBER 27, 2007
The Power of
Laughter
by Keith Varnum
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First
Comes Friendship, Then Comes Marriage
by Aurelie Sheehan
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Don’t Buy Into
These Exercise Myths
by Larry Goldberg
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"Humility and gratitude go hand in hand... Awareness increases
so that we become grateful for everything we are given. We have to
learn, literally learn, to be grateful for what we receive day by
day, simply to balance the criticism that day by day we voice
because of powerful emotions."
~ Swami Sivananda Radha
"If there were not misconception that something wrong had taken
place, then it would be seen in its truer nature, which is simply
another blessing, another opportunity. But there is only suffering
when there is the belief that something is wrong."
~ Emmanuel
"So you see that you cannot depend upon anybody. There is no
guide, no teacher, no authority. There is only you--your
relationship with others and with the world--there is nothing else."
~ Krishnamurti
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February 16-24, 2008: The Ocean of Gratitude
Cruise |
| The Gratitude Movement is
taking to the high seas! The second annual Ocean of Gratitude Cruise
will immerse you in a field of gratitude, the Master Key that opens
the door to your natural state of abundance. Anchor the powerful
energy of gratitude, love and appreciation with like-minded friends
in an environment of exquisite natural beauty. Take home powerful
tools that will enhance your life. Sail the exotic western Caribbean with visionaries and inspired luminaries. The Ocean of Gratitude Cruise, featuring Dr. Masaru
Emoto, author of
The Healing Power of Water; Dr. Darren Weissman, developer of The LifeLine Technique™ and author of
The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude, and Christine Scull, author if
What You’re Speaking is Seeking You and more. For more information:
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February 23, 2008: Spirit Connections: A Day of Psychic Readings Predictions & Spirit Messages, with Colette Baron-Reid, Maureen Hancock, and John Holland |
Featuring John Holland, well known psychic-medium and author who will present a fascinating
insight into the world of the psychic medium, who will be joined by Colette Baron-Reid an internationally acclaimed intuitive counselor, as well as Maureen Hancock affectionately
known as the "Comedian Medium" who uses light-hearted laughter to deliver profound
messages and soften even the hardest skeptic. Maureen will demonstrate her unique style of mediumship followed by Colette, who will be giving some intuitive readings. The afternoon will be devoted to John’s lecture and demonstration and as many readings as possible. All 3 speakers will take to the stage at the end of the day, followed by a book signing and the VIP reception.
Take part in this all-day workshop and expand your mind, open your heart
and unlock your inner-potential for mind-body healing. Saturday, February
23, 2008, 8.45AM - 6:00PM at the Wyndham Hotel, Andover, MA followed by an evening VIP reception.
For tickets and more info visit:
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March 7 & 8, 2008:
Upcoming Events with Eckhart Tolle Author of the Bestseller The
Power Of Now |
With
his international bestseller The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle
introduced millions to the joy and freedom of a life lived in
complete presence. Now you are invited to experience this visionary
teacher in two live, face-to-face encounters. Here is a rare
opportunity to be drawn into the “spaciousness that words can only
point to” by the vibrant, conscious presence of Eckhart Tolle
himself. Friday, March 7: Discovering Your True
Purpose: A 1-Hour Talk with Eckhart Tolle,
8:00
to 9:30 p.m. (PST), San Rafael (San Francisco), California. Saturday,
March 8: Living Your True Purpose:
A
3-Hour Intensive with Eckhart Tolle, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (PST), San
Rafael (San Francisco), California. Experience Eckhart Tolle in Your Own Home:
Watch
the San Rafael Events Live Online! Sounds True will be broadcasting live video online
from San Rafael. Order both of these live webcasts for $39.95, and
receive 30-day access to the video archive, PLUS a FREE audio
download of the event you purchased (a $19.95 value).
To Register or to Learn More visit http://www.soundstrue.com/et2?stwid=WEBOFSP&yaid=zVreqW |
April 5-12, 2008: The Writer's
Bootcamp! with New York Times Bestselling Author, Cheryl Richardson |
| Do you dream of publishing a book?
Are you ready to make that dream come true? Join New York Times bestselling author, Cheryl Richardson, on a Mexican Riviera Cruise and learn everything you need to know about the world of book publishing while sailing the beautiful waters of the pacific Mexican coast.
The “Writer’s Boot Camp” is designed to offer you – an earnest writer – the support and information you need to get your book published. Attendance is limited to 150 people and the program includes: Getting Started, The Nuts & Bolts of Selling a Book, Bringing Your Book to the World.
Registration is now open! For more information on the cruise itinerary, the ship and its cabins, and to register,
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here. For questions regarding the cruise or registration, please call 888-259-9191 ext. 1239 or 1213. April 5-12, 2008,
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April 5-12, 2008: I Can Do It! At Sea: Mexican
Riviera: Sponsored by Hay House and Life Journeys/Worldview Travel |
| Featuring Baron Baptiste, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Louise L. Hay, Loretta
LaRoche, Caroline Myss, Cheryl Richardson, Doreen Virtue, Brian L. Weiss, M.D., Marianne Williamson
and more. Hay House has chartered an entire ship for an exclusive Mexican Riviera Cruise featuring eight superstars!
A life-changing cruise with five different programs to choose from! Spiritual Cinema Movies in your room, daily morning yoga with Baron
Baptiste, encores of each Keynote during streaming television broadcasts in your room, meet your favorite authors up close and personal, purchase a Deluxe Verandah Suite and get exclusive access to a Private Hay House Cocktail party as well as access to the relaxing Neptune Lounge.
For more info visit http://www.hayhouse.com/tour_details.php?tour_id=41. |
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