The Biggest Problem with Life It could be said that the biggest problem in life is death. After all, what begins must end, and everything we do is a matter of comparison to that inescapable reality. Death is the almighty champion, unconquerable and unbeatable. Many cultures think or thought of death as a god or…
Month: June 2016
12 Pieces Of Buddhist Wisdom That Will Transform Your Life
When I was little, my grandma had this little green Buddha statue. It wasn’t a statue of the original Buddha, but rather a statue of what’s generally considered Maitreya, the “future” Buddha, usually represented as a hefty man sitting with his robe partly opened and often with beads around his neck. This particular statue was a…
The Differences Between Your Ego And Your Soul
Do you know the difference between your Soul, and your Ego? The moment you do, it can be a huge transformation! Your ego is the mask you wear, the false image you have of yourself and your labels and position in society. Your Soul is the true you, the you behind the mask and labels,…
How To Find Yourself Through Your Perception Of Others
Perception Of Others “We meet ourselves time and time again in a thousand disguises on the path of life” –Carl Jung If we take any random person then pick five people in their life and interview them about said person we are bound to hear five different perceptions about them. One person may perceive them…
8 Subconscious Behaviours That Are Holding Your Back From Living The Life You Want
BY BRIANNA WIEST Every generation has a “monoculture” of sorts, a governing pattern or system of beliefs that people unconsciously accept as “truth.” It’s easy to identify the monoculture of Germany in the 1930s, or America in 1776. It’s clear what people at those times, in those places, accepted to be “good” and “true” even…
It Turns Out Enlightenment is Just Having a Really Good Sense of Humour
The Cosmic Joke The great cosmic joke is that you are what you are seeking. All the religious and spiritual seeking on this planet and you end up back where you started. If that’s not a fantastic joke worth a good belly laugh I don’t know what is. We all look for happiness, peace and…
5 Reasons Simple Living Will Give You The Life Of Your Dreams
By Matt Caron Steve Jobs. Bill Gates. Gandhi. Paramahansa Yogananda. Einstein. The Dalai Lama. What do all these people have in common? Simplicity. Believe it or not, you’ll notice many of these powerful people are the most simplistic. They own very few frivolous ‘things’ and usually don’t bother with distractions. Their minds are focused and…
Everything Happens For A Reason: Become The Creator Of Your Reality
By Siva Mohan Reality is Now Everything happens for a reason. Do you believe that? I mean, really? I do. It’s taken a few years of practicing that mantra and digging into the unexpected blessings in situations to say that without hesitation. Once you begin the practice of seeing the benefits, or the “silver lining,” you’re…
6 Things You Lose As A Result Of A Spiritual Awakening
Spirituality is the foundations for good health. When you spiritually connect to that which is important to you magical and amazing things start to happen. But while a lot of people seem to be getting into spirituality for personal gain and development, it is actually what you lose as a result of spiritual connection that…
Hunter S. Thompson’s Letter on How to Find Meaning and Purpose in Life
“But a man who procrastinates in his CHOOSING will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” — Hunter S. Thompson Hunter S. Thompson In April of 1958, when asked by a friend for advice, 22-year-old Hunter S. Thompson penned a letter on how to find meaning and purpose in life. Despite…
4 Powers That May Be Hiding Behind Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are commonly associated with being a purely negative thing. It’s no surprise, since anxiety, especially in its severe forms, can make one’s life difficult. Whatever type of anxiety disorder you may be suffering from, it’s for sure that it causes you troubles, making you unable to handle the challenges of everyday life and…
Alan Watts Explaining The Taoist View of the Universe
The Taoist View “The Taoist view the universe as the same as, or inseparable from, themselves so that Lao-tzu could say, “Without leaving my house, I know the whole universe.” This implies that the art of life is more like navigation than warfare, for what is important is to understand the winds, the tides, the currents,…