When my trauma is stimulated in present time, I am overwhelmed with fear, terror, rage, and despair, all jumbled together. I can’t think things through.
It used to be that our community, political, and spiritual leaders were paradigms of wisdom who lived their values and manifested their principles.
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Do you need help in your personal or professional life? Do you need help keeping up with the modern world's ever-changing demands? If so, you're not alone.
Every enduring culture leans heavily on its tribal elders to nourish the younger generations with the wisdom that comes with experience. For better or for worse, the modern Western world has left many of its own traditions behind.
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While this article is directed to new immigrants, its precepts can be applied to anyone experiencing challenges in life.
As humans, we tend to see things in extremes. We think in black, white, hot, cold, simple, and complex.
We must be willing to let go of the old to embrace the new. We must be willing to accept guidance from our Higher Self even when we don’t want to.
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It would be rare to have no psychopathic tendencies. Take this test and see just how many you have.
It used to be that America was a “front porch” country. We knew our neighbors and had block parties on the Fourth of July.
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I have found that a great book is even more powerful the second time through, especially if it has been a year or so since I read it.
The world is heading for a change. It has already begun, and your personal and individual quest to align with your soul mission is part of it!
When life seems chaotic, especially in the toughest times, it can be hard to even remember what actually brings us joy.
When employers design and allocate workspaces, it may be beneficial to take an employee-centered approach
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