What is the meaning of Life?

What is the meaning of Life?

I don't know. But I'm beginning to think that LOVE is the only thing that gives anything meaning. I may think that there is meaning in chasing things, but without love behind my efforts and intentions, whatever I do seems meaningless. For people who love reading or gardening, an intrinsic meaning is there when doing…

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Love is a practice

"Love is the capacity to take care, to protect, to nourish. If you are not capable of generating that kind of energy toward yourself- if you are not capable of taking care of yourself, of nourishing yourself, of protecting yourself- it is very difficult to take care of another person. (more…)

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Love Now!

Among all the conversations rolling around our heads, isn't love among the most vital?  I implore you to also watch it with your full attention. It's very uplifting.   For me, the fastest way for me to spread love is to think kind thoughts so that my actions and speech increase the joy in life.…

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Gross National Happiness Index

Chip Conley studied Bhutan's Gross National Happiness Index, the country's unique method of measuring success and accounting for its citizens' quality of life.  While searching for a business model based on happiness, Chip learned that success comes from promoting the happiness and self-actualization of those who serve and those who you are serving.  (more…)

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A Cloud is Just a Cloud

Even if you are feeling lousy, don't identify with it. This is a serious mistake for any soul-searcher. So, you feel depressed today. Fine. Be aware of it.  Depression is the visitor today. You don't have control over who knocks on your door and requests a visit. But you do control how you respond, and…

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Will You Be Rich or Poor This New Year?

A poor man celebrates the New Year once a year. A rich man celebrates every day. The richest man celebrates every moment. How rich are you? - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Everything we strive to gain in life can be taken away - cars, house, jobs, money, health, loved ones. The greatest wealth we can…

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Dogs Catch Fleas; Birds Catch Rainbows

Happiness and misery are greatly influenced by the company you keep. Think about the last time you sat around gossiping with people. Even if you just listened in without participating, your mood was impacted. How did you feel? Were you uplifted and energized by the experience? Of course not. , (more…)

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Happitude

Buddha stated that happiness is not found in a set of circumstances, but is found in a set of attitude.  An easy way to find unhappiness is to grumble and complain about life.  When the mind is focusing on the positive with gratitude,  it is difficult to complain, and hence, happiness naturally flows through us.…

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Get Nosy: Oil Massage Your Sinuses

Nasya is a technique from the Ayurvedic tradition. It's said to nourish the consciousness and prana, or life energy. Medicated Ayurvedic oils can be carefully cultivated with special herbs, and remedy a number of health ailments, such as congestion, hoarseness, headaches, migraines, emotions, as well as eye and ear problems. (more…)

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Deliberate Purpose

“Consciously or unconsciously, every one of us does render some service or other. If we cultivate the habit of doing this service deliberately, our desire for service will steadily grow stronger, and will make, not only our own happiness, but that of the world at large.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi -1869-1948, Indian Political and Spiritual Leader…

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