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- Meditation - Easy Tools for Success
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| Explore the World of Meditation Needs Shopping at Tibet Arts Posted: 03 Jul 2012 01:00 PM PDT Article by Seo5Consulting In today's stressful environment, people are looking for ways to find peace and tranquility. What better way than to practice meditation? The Buddhists know that inner peace can be found by spending some quality time with your own thoughts. Tibet Arts provides the meditation needs you require to find the peace you crave that will give you a break from your hectic lifestyle. Tibet Arts supplies Tibetan gift items and traditional artefacts in Cambridge, MA. They stock everything from incense, clothing, crafts, and an amazing assortment of authentic gift items everyone is sure to love. The Buddhist culture is one of nurturing and peaceful rituals, and the items sold by Tibet Arts reflect the commitment to these practices. You don't have to be a practicing Buddhist to appreciate the beauty of Tibetan artisan products. Meditation needs are some of the most popular items carried by Tibet Arts; the products are the perfect accoutrements to a daily meditative ritual, regardless of spiritual affiliation. Currently, there are over 60 items in stock to help you with your daily spiritual ritual. You'll find everything from shawls, cushions, mats, tables, bells, incense and icons (to name a few) that will set the mood for reflection and serenity. Tibet Art's extensive selection of meditation needs aims to enable everybody, whatever your physical condition or level of experience, to enjoy the benefits of meditation. In kneeling or sitting meditation, central to many traditions which concentrate on meditation or contemplation, it is vital to maintain the correct posture in order to avoid unnecessary strain on the back, neck or limbs. A specially designed meditation cushion or stool helps anyone hold their position comfortably. In addition, meditation products such as cushions, stools and mats are items that should last a long time because they are made with care from the highest quality materials. Tibet Arts ensures that all their meditation cushions, stools and mats are of the fine! st quali ty. Rigorous standards are in place from strict quality control to ethical sourcing of all products. The quality of the materials are second to none, so customers can have complete confidence in all the products they can conveniently order online any time. When you visit .tibetarts, you'll find everything you need to practice meditation and enjoythe benefits of a Buddhist lifestyle. In addition to meditation needs, Tibet Arts is your one-stop shop for all things spiritual, including clothing, jewelery and genuine, handcrafted Tibetan artifacts. In fact, you never have to leave your home if you don't want to; the Tibet Arts Web site brings everything to you. Keep in mind that each item you purchase is a unique, handcrafted piece that you won't find anywhere else. The Tibetan artisans who craft the products they sell take pride in their work and enjoy sharing their culture and traditions. You'll be sure to find the exceptional items you want at reasonable prices, along with friendly, knowledgeable customer service. About the AuthorTibet Arts supply a fine range of Tibetan jewelry and Tibetan singing bowls. They are located in Cambridge. Our Store also sells meditation shawl, supplies and manadala earrings. For more information please visit www.tibetarts.com. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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As the Independence Day holiday approaches and families enjoy time together in pools across the country, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) shares some sobering statistics on the number of drownings during previous July 4th holidays. CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum reminds parents and caregivers to pool safely during upcoming pool parties and celebrations with family and friends. "Along with fireworks, spending time in the pool is a traditional July 4th activity for many families," Chairman Tenenbaum said. "Child drownings are a preventable tragedy, so we encourage all families who are planning to spend time in pools and spas over the Independence Day holiday and all summer to adopt as many safety steps as possible. You never know which safety step will save a life—until it does." According to analysis of media reports by USA Swimming, the national governing body for the sport of swimming, in 2011, there were 25 drowning incidents involving children younger than 15 reported over the week of the July 4 holiday (June 30 through July 6). In 2010, 24 drowning incidents were reported during that same week. CPSC reports that annually there are about 390 pool or spa-related drownings for children younger than 15. Another 5,200 children of that age go to hospital emergency rooms for near-drowning injuries. An unknown number of children are seriously brain-damaged. CPSC's Pool Safely campaign (www.PoolSafely.gov) is a national public education effort to reduce child drownings, near-drownings and entrapments in swimming pools and spas. The campaign's message is that Simple Steps Save Lives. Simple water steps that could help families avoid a tragedy this holiday include: Staying Close, Being Alert and Watching Children in and Around the Pool
Learning and Practicing Water Safety Skills
Having the Appropriate Equipment for Your Pool or Spa
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| Meditation - Easy Tools for Success Posted: 03 Jul 2012 12:00 PM PDT Article by GiGi Konwin Do you want to learn how to meditate? Have you tried to meditate but you keep falling asleep? Or you're not sure you are doing it right? Do you keep thinking about other things while you are trying to "clear your mind"? First you need to decide what type of meditation you want to do. There are basically two types of meditation - active and passive. Passive meditation is clearing the mind of all thoughts. You can then allow your "inner voice" or "minds eye" to speak to you. Passive meditation is good for reducing stress, increasing creativity, or just getting in some quiet time. Active meditation is when you keep your mind active by working on a particular problem in your life or focusing on accomplishing certain goals you have set. Using affirmations while meditating are particularly helpful in this area. There are many simple techniques to help you meditate. You may have read about them already. They include breathing techniques, repeating mantras, sitting up so you don't fall asleep and visualizing certain objects. These are all good techniques and will help you accomplish reaching that alpha brain wave level necessary for meditation.However, for a beginner, it can be frustrating, especially if you are not sure that you are reaching the alpha level. There are tools available that can help you. The easiest way to get started is with guided meditation cds. These recordings may have background music or binaural beats designed to help your brain get to the alpha level. Most of them will have a relaxation exercise. These are useful for passive meditation.More advanced techniques for active meditation will have subliminal messages and/or auditory affirmations depending upon what goals you would like to accomplish. Some are called self-hypnosis cds but they really are the same as guided meditations. These are helpful in keeping you on track during your meditation. It is very easy to lose your focus when you meditate and have your thoughts drift off to other areas. Concentrating on listening to the cds ! will hel p you maintain your focus.Where can you get these cds and how much do they cost? Believe it or not, some of them are free! More advanced cds with subliminal or auditory affirmations are usually less than . There are even guided meditations you can download from music sites. Some of the cds require a good set of headphones. Remember, meditation is all about relaxing and de-stressing. If you find yourself getting stressed out about relaxing, it may be helpful to use one of these meditation aids to get started. To find out more about these meditation tools, you can do a search on google or click here. About the AuthorGiGi publishes a self help product review site which includes reviews of books,audio, movies and software. Many free resources!Self Help Product Reviews Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| South Korea's Meditations monks tackle modern challenges Posted: 03 Jul 2012 12:00 PM PDT By Lucy Williamson, BBC, 27 June 2012 South Korea's Meditations monks tackle modern challenges Seoul, South Korea -- Sitting in the study at Seoul's main Jogyesa Temple, the Venerable Sungjin wraps his wide grey tunic around him, as his round face cracks into a broad smile.  South Korean Meditations march with lanterns during the Lotus Lantern Festival in downtown Seoul, 19 May 2012 Meditation communities have been holding events to try to engage the public Twenty years ago, he tells me, he was a student activist in South Korea's turbulent new democracy. Running from police one day after a demonstration, he took refuge in a temple, and began chatting to the Zen master there. The rest, as they say, is history: Ven Sungjin is now head of administration at the Jogyesa Temple. But the question of why people become monks is a pertinent one in South Korea at the moment. Last month, the country's main Jogye Order was hit by scandal after video footage showed several of its monks drinking, smoking and gambling in a hotel bedroom. It was a PR disaster for South Korea's ancient national religion, already struggling to remain relevant in the face of thriving Christianity and capitalism. Allegations of un-Buddhist-like behaviour - gambling, corruption, even paying for sex - have circled the Joyge Order, fuelled by internal divisions over the organisation's leadership. The man who leaked the recent video footage, Ven Seongho, told me the order was like "a patient with cancer - it's about to die, and we don't have the doctors who can fix it". Many South Koreans dismiss that as hyperbole. But the recent scandal has raised new questions about the role Meditation monks p! lay in m odern-day Korea. Interest declining In an age of sex, smartphones and social freedoms, what motivates people to give up many of life's pleasures and spend their lives isolated from the world in quiet contemplation? "There's usually a moment," the smiling, accidental Ven Sungjin told me. "A turning point, when someone decides to become a monk. "It could be house burning down, the death of a loved one. A moment when they realise that nothing lasts forever. It's a very personal response." But, he says, the number of people making that choice has declined. "Compared to when I became a monk," he said, "there's been a reduction of maybe 50-70% in people coming in." "I mean, look at this!" He holds up his bat-like sleeves. "When life is so convenient, when there's so much to enjoy in modern life, why would you want to shave your head, wear clothes like this, and spend time with a 70-year-old Zen master in the mountains?" Ven Sungjin spend ten years meditating in a temple in South Korea's mountains, before moving to Seoul. "Few want to bear the great responsibility of being a monk," he says, "when even the smallest mistakes have huge consequences." Korea's Meditation monks sign up for life - something that can create added pressures, says Ven Daejin, an American who's lived here as a monk for almost 30 years. "People have a different attitude about Buddhism in Korea," he told me. "For example, in Thailand, you can go to be a monk for 3-6 months, and then return to society. But in Korea it's not that simple. Korean people believe you have to give your life to it. So when they see monks squabbling over petty things, they feel sad." 'Feisty' As a result of the recent scandal, the leaders of the Jogye Order announced 100 days of repentance, and a series of reforms designed to bar monks from running the financial or day-to-day affairs of temples without help. Bringing in financial advisors to do the ! accounts , they said, would not only prevent wrong-doing, but would confine the monks to their key tasks of meditation and spiritual practice. But it's not the first time scandal has hit South Korea's main Meditation order. Just over a decade ago, TV pictures showed monks rioting in Seoul, over internal conflicts within the order itself. I asked the American Ven Daejin whether Korean monks' reputation for being a bit hot-blooded was deserved. "They are a bit feisty," he said. "And part of that reputation is that they're willing to fight for what they believe is truly good, and helps the Korean people. But of course if things like this recent scandal carry on, they'll lose that good image." During earlier Japanese and Chinese invasions of Korea, the monks came out of their monasteries to fight the invaders. But with no military invasion to head off in 21st century South Korea, how does a closeted, meditative order remain relevant now? "I think it's facing a challenge," says Daejin , "because Buddhism is trying to satisfy a need for scientific learning. But trying to adjust the needs of Buddhism to the needs of this age is not so easy." There have been attempts, he says, to combine Meditation teaching with counselling, and to hold street festivals and cultural events to engage the public. But he says, at the same time "we as monks have to recognise that not everyone's ready to live like we do. And it's the monastic mind that's very interesting to a lot of people." Ven Sungjin agrees. Buddhism was banned and repressed in Korea for centuries, and it still survived, he said. "The decision to become a monk isn't something that can be blown off course too easily," he says. It's about wanting to fill the empty mind. And for ! someone to be affected by the recent events? "I don't think they would have been willing to take that decision in the first place."  
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| Sri Lanka Holidays to Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa Posted: 03 Jul 2012 11:00 AM PDT Article by Jude Limburn Turner From verdant forests to idyllic beaches, and everything in between, Sri Lanka holidays offer the traveller a chance to discover one of the world's most naturally beautiful and historically rich destinations. With diversity in evidence, both in terms of terrain and cultures, lovers of adventure holidays and history buffs alike will find much to discover. The ancient capitals of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa are sure to provide adventure and discovery in abundance. Read on for an introduction to these fascinating cities. Anuradhapura This city rose to prominence in the third century BCE. As those travelling on Sri Lanka holidays will be aware, the country is one of Asia's most important Buddhist centres. The presence of important Buddhist symbols or relics in certain urban settlements has often represented power and the right to rule. The arrival of a cutting from the Bodhi Tree, the very tree under which the Buddha reached enlightenment - brought from India by the Buddhist nun Sanghamitta - ushered in Anuradhapura's golden age. It was a mighty capital by the standards of its day: a walled area of 663 square kilometres with a highly advanced irrigation system. The remains of its huge temples and palaces attest to its size and significance, though its influence has long since waned. It was left to ruin after being invaded in the 10th century, and was thereafter seen by few living eyes until the British colonists found it in the 19th century. Today it is renowned once more, as a pilgrimage site for Buddhists and an enduringly popular attraction for visitors on Sri Lanka holidays. Top attractions include the sacred Bodhi Tree, the Ruwanwelisaya stupa (decorated with 1,900 elephant figures), and the Archaeology Museum. Polonnaruwa Not long after the fall of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa was established as the capital by King Vijayabahu I. It remained the seat of power from the 11th to the 13th century CE. Whereas a significant factor in Anuradhapura's importance was its status as a sp! iritual hub thanks to the Bodhi tree, Polonnaruwa flourished in large part thanks to being located on one of the island's main trade and transport arteries - the road between Colombo and Batticaloa. Travellers who visit both ancient cities on their Sri Lanka holidays will notice differences between the two. The new capital's advancements had a lot to do with the trade connections, and its rulers were able to build on the technological and architectural innovations of Anuradhapura. Although many of these developments have been ravaged by time and the elements, there is still plenty to impress. The well-preserved Buddha statues, the imposing ruins of temples and palaces and the remains of the irrigation system all attest to Polonnaruwa's former glory - offering the visitor a glimpse into Sri Lanka's ancient past. About the AuthorJude Limburn Turner is the Marketing Manager for Mountain Kingdoms, an adventure tour company who run tours enabling people to enjoy Burma holidays . Operating in Asia for over 20 years, they now offer treks and tours worldwide, including destinations in North and South America, Europe, Africa, and Central and South East Asia. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Medicine Buddha Mantra 药师琉璃光如来心咒 
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| Children's Lounge Pants and Boxers Recalled by Rigo International Posted: 03 Jul 2012 11:00 AM PDT
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Rigo International Inc., of Los Angeles, announced a voluntary recall of the about 210,000 Boys and Girls Pull-On Lounge Pants and Girls Boxers. Hazard: The pants and boxers fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children. Incidents/Injuries: Rigo has received one report of a garment catching fire and causing severe burns to the front and back of both legs of a 9-year-old boy. Description: The recalled items are Academy pull-on lounge pants for boys and girls, and boxers for girls. The garments are made of 100 percent cotton and have elastic or fabric waistbands. The pants and boxers have a variety of colors and print designs, including guitars, bikes, skates, footballs, baseballs, softballs, soccer balls, volleyballs, deer, zebra, horses, penguins and leopards. Some clothing may have the words "cheer," "champs," "soccer stars," "peaceful," "dance" or "perfect 10" printed on them. The garments are sold in sizes XS through L for boys or 6 through 14 for girls. The garments have identification numbers on a tag directly under the size tag on the rear section of the waistband. Garments with the following identification numbers are included in this recall:
Sold Exclusively at: Academy Sports and Outdoor stores in Texas from January 2010 to March 2011 for about $ 8.  Manufactured in: China Remedy: Children should stop wearing the recalled sleepwear immediately. Consumers should return the sleepwear to Academy for a refund, exchange or store credit. Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rigo toll-free at (888) 229-1292 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit Rigo's website at www.rigointernational.com. Read More @ Source 
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| Parenthood May Protect Against Colds Posted: 03 Jul 2012 11:00 AM PDT
We might think of children as "germ factories," but having kids may actually reduce an adult's risk of catching a cold, a new study says. In the study, parents were half as likely as people without children to get sick after being exposed to a cold virus in a laboratory. Surprisingly, the results could not be explained by the parents' pre-existing immunity to the cold viruses used in the study. In other words, while it could be easy to think that parents were less likely to get colds because their dear little ones had previously trucked these viruses home, the study didn't show this. Instead, the researchers found that parents were less likely than people without children to get sick, regardless of whether they already had antibodies against a given virus. The researchers aren't sure of the reason for the findings. It possible that, somehow, becoming a parent changes the regulation of the immune system so that the symptoms of a cold are actually less likely to appear, the researchers said. Parenthood and health In the new study, Rodlescia Sneed, of Carnegie Mellon University, and colleagues analyzed information from about 800 adults in the Pittsburgh area who participated in three studies conducted between 1993 and 2004. In those studies, healthy people were given nose drops containing one of three rhinoviruses (which cause colds), or a flu virus. Participants were then quarantined and monitored for symptoms for five to six days. In all, 337of the participants, or 42 percent, were parents. About 30 percent of participants developed cold symptoms during the study. Parenthood was associated with a reduced chance of showing cold symptoms. For example, 25 percent of parents ages 24 to 36 became sick with a cold, compared with about 40 percent of non-parents in that age group. Younger parents — those ages 18 to 23 — were the only parents who did not have a reduced risk of developing a cold, the researchers said. There may be psychological differences in people of this age that somehow translate to not reaping the same health benefits of parenthood, the researchers said. Even having grown kids reduces risk "The lack of difference here suggests that daily and intensive contact with one's children is not critical to the protective effect of parenthood," the researchers wrote. Instead, physiological factors, such as a feeling regarding their purpose in life, or behavioral factors might be responsible for the link, the researchers said. Because the study was conducted in a laboratory, it's not certain whether the results would apply to the real world, and so more research is needed to confirm them. The study is published in the July issue of the journal Psychosomatic Medicine. Pass it on: Parents may be less likely to develop cold symptoms after exposure to a cold virus. Follow MyHealthNewsDaily staff writer Rachael Rettner on Twitter @RachaelRettner. We're also on Facebook & Google+. Read More @ Source 
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| Natural Disasters and Their Root Cause Posted: 03 Jul 2012 10:00 AM PDT Article by Sean M. Clarke In recent times the world has witnessed climate change and natural disasters of gigantic proportions. This is just the beginning of a 10-15 year destructive phase which will increase in intensity. The root cause behind this weird weather patterns and destruction is primarily spiritual. In a world that is increasingly connected, natural disasters have far reaching repercussions that are felt beyond the geographic boundaries of where the natural disasters hit. Global warming is not the only major contributing factor to climate change. The Spiritual Science Research Foundation undertook spiritual research to ascertain the actual causes of climate change and the increasing intensity of natural disasters. Cyclical changesIt is the law of nature that whatever has been created is sustained and eventually destroyed. This is the law of Creation, Sustenance and Dissolution and it contributes to 30% of the reason of natural disasters. For example, the Himalayan mountain ranges have been created, will be sustained and eventually will be destroyed. Thus, whenever something is created in this world, after a period of being sustained, it can be expected that at some point it will be destroyed. Only the Creator i.e. God remains steady and unchanging. The time span of the Universe is divided into four eras. In the first era i.e. Satyayuga the subtle basic sattva (http://www.spiritualresearchfoundation.org/spiritualresearch/spiritualscience/sattva_raja_tama/) component was predominant. When there is a higher predominance of sattva in the environment, cyclical changes are gentle. As the eras progressed there was a reduction in the sattva component; thus resulting in cyclical changes with higher amplitude. In the present era of Kaliyuga where the predominant subtle basic component is raja the cyclical changes in creation, sustenance and destruction are quite dramatic. Destruction is generally brought about by increased natural disasters, disease and war. We are in the midst of a destruction! phase i n one of the mini cycles in Kaliyuga. Each mini cycle generally lasts for a 1000 years. The effect of Man on NatureMan affects Nature to the extent of 90%. This happens in following three ways. At a physical level (30%): Excessive cutting of trees, oil leakages, emissions from factories, etc.At a psychological level (30%): Why do people indiscriminately add to the greenhouse effect and pollute the planet? The answer lies in the mind of Man. As Man gets more selfish and cares less about the planet and his fellow men, he indiscriminately abuses the resources of the Earth. Along with this, immoral behaviour and tensions in society, lead to a rise in the raja-tama subtle basic components. The collective psychological temperament of Man is closely related to the spiritual level at which Man affects Nature.At a spiritual level (40%): If one digs deeper into the psychological nature of Man one will find that it is heavily influenced by his spiritual maturity. A reduction in the collective spiritual consciousness of Man results in selfishness and unrighteousness. When there is a lack of spiritual practice that conforms to the five basic principles of spiritual practice there is a rise in the raja-tama in the environment also known as spiritual pollution. The response of NatureNature responds to the need for cleansing and correcting the subtle intangible pollution of raja-tama in the form of earthquakes, floods, eruption of volcanoes, cyclones etc. which are grossly visible; hence mankind is aware of their existence.However, the increase in raja-tama has far-reaching adverse impact on the body, mind and intellect of Man. This impact being subtle and intangible is not easily recognised and mankind becomes aware of it only when this impact manifests as very gross climatic changes. Unfortunately, at this point most of the changes are irreversible.Hence it is imperative that we understand the basic root cause of these disasters and take appropriate steps (by undertaking spiritual practice) to eradicate t! his spir itual pollution of raja-tama attributes. This way we would be truly working for the everlasting and all encompassing benefit of mankind. About the AuthorSean M. Clarke has been studying and practicing Spirituality with the Spiritual Science Research Foundation (SSRF) over the past 9 years. An MBA graduate from Monash-Mt Eliza Business School, Australia. Sean gave up his regular career as a Strategy and Business Analyst in the technology sector to help co-ordinate dissemination of SSRF research material as a full-time volunteer. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| On Diving Deeper Into the Mind of Terence McKenna Beyond the Screaming Abyss Posted: 03 Jul 2012 10:00 AM PDT
The next phase of my intellectual exploration into the Terence McKenna Wonderland is to dive deeper into what made him tick; what made him so articulate and intellectually compelling even if some of his narratives were way out there, beyond the leading edge of his time. Fortunately for me this exploration can be done easily through the Psychedelic Salon podcast hosted by Lorenzo. The Psychedelic Salon podcast is a treasure trove of Terence's talks, interviews, lectures, dialogues, and discussions of people who have been greatly influenced by McKenna's body of work. In the latest podcast Lorenzo published an audio of Bruce Damer's talk on "A Deep Dive Into the Mind of McKenna". In this podcast, Damer read excerpts from Dennis McKenna's (Terence's brother) upcoming book which tells the real story on why Terence stopped using mushrooms. Apparently, Terence had a horrying experience when the mushroom "turned on him" and he was plunged into a meaningless abyss. Terence was so terrified of the experience that he stopped using mushrooms altogether. Below is a quote from Dennis McKenna's upcoming book, The Brotherhood of the Screaming Abyss, wherein he told a story of Terence's mushroom trip back in the late '80s.
I find this very interesting and I believe that I have a conceptual understanding of what had happened to Terence. In the Zen Buddhism Theravada tradition there are "Stages of the Path" — a map on "Progress of Insight" or a "Map to Enlightenment." Here is an easy-to-understand contemporary explanation of what that map is, courtesy of Aloha Dharma:
Based on the Zen Buddhism "Stages of Insight" I believe that McKenna was plunged into the "Extinction (aka The Dark Night)" phase with full awareness. His experience with the mushrooms had gone beyond the romantic phase and he was catapulted into the "Dark Night" phase. The result of which was a horrifying experience of the utter meaninglessness of it all. Note that the Dark Night phase is characterized by a series of stages: Dissolution, Fear, Misery, Disgust. In my opinion, McKenna's terrifying experience with the mushrooms fit the Dark Night phase perfectly. Terence McKenna's approach to consciousness exploration through the use of psychedelics was radically "democratic." As much as I resonate with his egalitarian approach, I believe that the guidance of experienced inner explorers, or dharma teachers, are still indispensible. Even radical Psychonauts still need guides who know the inner "territory" and "stages" very well. Terence was a systems thinker and a wide reader. He was familiar with Western and Eastern philosophical and mystical traditions. However, I'm not sure how deep his understanding of Zen Buddhism practice was, or whether he had a dharma teacher who guided him in his inner explorations. I can only assume that Terence, radical and independent-minded as he was, did his explorations on his own with no guidance from an accomplished spiritual teacher. I believe that that was one of Terence's blind spots as a consciousness explorer. Whether Terence McKenna had gone beyond the Dark Night phase or not is another area for speculation. Maybe Dennis McKenna's new book would shed some more light onto Terence's more private inner explorations. But judging from the stories I've heard about Terence's last days, I'm inclined to speculate that Terence was able to cross that screaming abyss as he breathed his last few breaths and uttered his now famous last words, "It's all about love."        
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| Irritable Bowel Syndrome Weight-reduction plan Posted: 03 Jul 2012 09:00 AM PDT Article by Nicole Lerman What Comprise an Irritable Bowel Syndrome Weight-reduction plan? An irritable bowel syndrome is a type of dysfunction that reveals symptoms like bloating, constipation, cramping, diarrhea and stomach pain. Essentially the most harm that IBS can do is to cause great misery and discomfort although it could have some effect on the intestines; however it's not something to worry about since it will not result in severe illness corresponding to cancer. Irritable Bowel Syndrome or IBS might be managed through weight-reduction plan and medications. Not less than twenty percent of the American grownup population is suffering from IBS making this dysfunction frequent within the US. Surprisingly, IBS is more rampant among women and begins sooner than age 35 but in fact this does not imply that men are not affected as a result of they too endure IBS. The Reason for IBS The reason for Irritable Bowel Syndrome is but to be found but there are theories developed stating that most of the people which are affected by IBS have colons that react or are sensitive to certain kinds of meals and even to stress. Moreover it's also believed that the immune system can also be involved in causing IBS. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Food regimen Since Irritable Bowel Syndrome is believed to be related to how the colon reacts to meals and stress there are IBS weight loss plan developed to assist those that are affected with this disorder. It's a frequent notion that once a weight-reduction plan is meant to suppress certain disorder it's not tasty or delicious. And it is for this same purpose that folks didn't continue with their dietary treatment. But not Irritable Bowel Syndrome weight loss program recipes as a result of they're made scrumptious and assured to manage IBS. The Irritable Bowel Syndrome food plan contains drinks, appetizers, side dishes, salads, main dishes, desserts and plenty of more. There are also recipes that embrace conventional and even international recipes to suit various tast! e. If th ere are recipes or meals allowed or suggested for IBS patients there are also meals that needs to be avoided. And some of them embrace fatty foods like America's favourite French fries, some milk merchandise like cheese and ice cream, alcohol, coffee, sodas and chocolate. All these foods typically worsen IBS and must be averted at all cost. Nevertheless it must be famous that other than the abovementioned foods there are nonetheless other varieties which will worsen Irritable Bowel Syndrome. So it is very vital for an IBS affected person to specially be aware of the meals that they take in. The best diet to manage IBS is to eat foods which might be wealthy in fiber since it soften stool making it easier to bowel out. There are lots of food sources where one can get fibers equivalent to bread, fruits, bread, beans, cereal and vegetables. Nevertheless, be sure that to slowly include fiber in your eating regimen just to assist your body to get accustomed to it and to forestall fuel pain that may induce IBS symptoms. Apart from food there are additionally fiber capsules, which IBS patients may take and mixed it with a sure kind of powder to create an excessive-fiber mixture. The Quantity of Food Intake Matters The quantity of meals that an IBS affected person takes in can also trigger IBS symptoms. Large intake of food can usually trigger cramps as well as diarrhea especially for IBS patients. One of the best ways to forestall such is to eat less each meal. And if ever IBS symptoms nonetheless persist consult your physician proper away. About the AuthorIf you would like extra info concerning IBS, visit Darryl Mumberintz's web page unhesitatingly. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 08:00 AM PDT Article by WALLACE GRAVES Included in the process of curing a disease, promoting health & vigor as well as stopping illness as well as premature getting older, you should progressively transfer in the direction of a regular life that's much easier. Tension eventually wears out an individual: mind and body. Exercise can sort out stress relief since it supplies a way for the body to release pressure as well as pent-up aggravation. Yoga is yet another great method for to reduce stress. These types of activities provide calming and relaxing sensory input with regard to stress relief and may be carried out by almost any person depending on one's lifestyle and choice. Everybody under stress wants to overcome this pressure in the best possible way there are many stress relief products offered at present. Prayer is probably the very best source of to reduce stress that you can encounter. Yoga is yet another.. What is yoga and how can it help with to reduce stress? Yoga is really an extensive phrase for any series of personal methods, that gather your physical, psychological as well as spiritual components using the objective associated with attaining a situation associated with wholeness as well as completeness. Yoga exercise is an ancient practice which reduces stress and tension. Yoga workouts include the body, thoughts and spirit with each other. Yoga can reduce blood pressure and amounts of cortisol, the stress endocrine. Yoga allows you to increase your organic response to tension and produce the relaxed state easier into your everyday life. Some people visit yoga or even deep breathing facilities or even consider retreats regularly from this kind of facilities in order to discover and to end up being around those who are good and taking care of themselves. Even though not one people may steer clear of stress, however we are able to go back to a state of stability as well as legislation through a number of indicates, including deep breathing, deep breathing, and exercise. Yoga exercise shows you a number of fi! xed as w ell as shifting presents called asanas and a type of breath control referred to as pranayama, as well as focus techniques. All this indicates is the fact that yoga exercise can educate someone to reduce stress. Rest Techniques Relaxation techniques can add huge capacity to other holistic healing methods. Stress management and reducing stress techniques help you to deal with stress resulting from occasions such as separation and divorce, dropping your work, kids engaging in trouble, taking care of the ill family member, get yourself ready for a test, or just your everyday commute. Common techniques for to reduce stress include: - Changing way of life habits - Changing considering - Psychological reactions - Controlled Inhaling and exhaling You can exercise methods such as managed inhaling and exhaling workouts or yoga exercise whenever you really feel your stress levels soaring. It truly is Feasible To Find To reduce stress Juggling function as well as home life can mean getting a stability between your two, beginning very first with controlling tension at work, and this is where some employers have become enlightened towards the stresses of contemporary 24/7 existence. A few employers offer in-house massage and aromatherapy throughout working hours for any natural holistic approach to to reduce stress in the workplace. Some excellent suggestions for stress relief are the subsequent: relaxation workouts, breathing, yoga, weight reduction, joining the sports group, and finding a relaxing hobby such as sewing or design creating. Being active is the tried and tested technique for to reduce stress. Through performing gentle stretching exercises in order to maintaining in an intense aerobic exercise course, to reduce stress can be achieved via a number of physical exercise. Getting together with other people during exercise can offer additional stress relief. Yoga, because had been mentioned above, is a superb form of stress relief. About the AuthorFor top level sports jerseys, remember to vist NFL Store to get the ideal NFL Jerseys Wholesalers with cheapest wholesale price. Special offer rolls out on a monthly basis. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Lesson 6a - WORD STRESS - English Pronunciation 
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| For Russell Brand, meditation puts life in perspective Posted: 03 Jul 2012 08:00 AM PDT
"I meditate often," he told the Ministry of Gossip on Saturday. "It connects you to a source of energy that's more powerful than the material world in which we primarily dwell. It helps you relax and unwind." That's something clearly needed by the comic and actor, who has been percolating on a publicity tour for "Rock of Ages," shooting his FX comedy show "Brand X" and navigating a media firestorm linked to his divorce from Katy Perry, whose new documentary "Part of Me" includes personal footage from their marriage. Hardly relaxing stuff. On the other … Read the original article » Read More @ Source
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| The Weight-reduction plan Solution Program Evaluate: The Fact Uncovered Posted: 03 Jul 2012 07:00 AM PDT Article by Howard Downs You probably understand how exhausting it's to strive shedding weight. You go on crash diets, exercise until you can't feel your extremities, and nonetheless you find yourself with disappointing outcomes, if any at all. It can be so discouraging sometimes, but you should not give up. It just is likely to be time to search for something past the same old weight reduction material.Enter Isabel de los Rios masterpiece, The Food regimen Solution Program. This great program is not just your typical e book advocating train and consuming right. This book actually guides you thru the steps you have to take to get your food regimen underneath control and pushing your body in the direction of a fitter and more healthy state.A few of you might be acquainted with the title Isabel de los Rios from the e-book "The Flat Stomach Solution". She wrote that ebook with the intention of helping ladies get that sexy flat tummy. Nevertheless, The Food regimen Answer Program is a unisex program, so men can get in on it too.The first mechanism that The Food plan Answer Program works with is one thing referred to as "Metabolic Typing". It is a process by which a person makes use of a set of standards to find out what type of metabolism they have, and eat accordingly. This has to do with how our physique offers with totally different macronutrients; specifically, carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.Not like other eating regimen packages that have you forsake carbohydrates, this program stresses that carbs usually are not your enemy. It isn't the carbs themselves, but the amount and quality that you simply devour, which will depend in your metabolic type. Taking in too much protein and too few fats also doesn't work simply because your metabolism could also be completely different from other people.The idea is that in case you eat the correct kinds and ratios of macronutrients, your physique can be more efficient at turning it into usable energy. This means you can eat much less and nonetheless feel full, you don't get hungry ! quickly, all whereas avoiding excess power being become fat cells. Since totally different people's metabolisms deal with these macronutrients in another way, thus the need for metabolic typing.One of many issues that makes this program sell so effectively is the 60 days' worth of "Utterly Executed For You" meal plans. These meal plans are nutritionally balanced, and embody the precise amounts, so that you just have to arrange and eat them. No worrying about exceeding your calorie cap for the day or some such.What may be extra attention-grabbing to hear about is a portion of the e-book called "14 Days to a Horny New Physique", a fast-impact section that you should use if you might want to shed a couple of pounds inside a couple of weeks. You will get each quick-time period and long-time period effects with this program, so evidently that is extremely really useful to anybody trying to obtain a healthier and sexier body. Word that whereas the Primary Package has all of the essentials, the Platinum Upgrade bundle has some very nice bonuses and add-ons that you just won't need to go up. About the AuthorFor More about Dieting and weight loss programs visit my blogThe Diet Solution Program Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 07:00 AM PDT
This vulnerability to feeling threatened has effects at many levels, ranging from individuals, couples, and families to schoolyards, organizations, and nations. Whether it's an individual who worries about the consequences of speaking up at work or in a close relationship, a family cowed by a scary parent, a business fixated on threats instead of opportunities, or a country that's routinely told it's under "Threat Level Orange" – it's the same human brain that reacts in all cases. Therefore, understanding how your brain became so vigilant and wary, and so easily hijacked by alarm, is the first step toward gaining more control over that ancient circuitry. Then, by bringing mindful awareness to how your brain reacts to feeling threatened, you can stimulate and therefore build up the neural substrates of a mind that has more calm, wisdom, and sense of inner strength – a mind that sees real threats more clearly, acts more effectively in dealing with them, and is less rattled or distracted by exaggerated, manageable, or false alarms. How? The nervous system has been evolving for 600 million years, from ancient jellyfish to modern humans. Our ancestors had to make a critical decision many times a day: approach a reward or avoid a hazard – pursue a carrot or duck a stick. Both are important. Imagine being a hominid in Africa a million years ago, living in a small band. To pass on your genes, you've got to find food, have sex, and cooperate with others to help the band's children (particularly yours) to have children of their own: these are big carrots in the Serengeti. Additionally, you've got to hide from predators, steer clear of Alpha males and females looking for trouble, and not let other hunter-gatherer bands kill you: these are significant sticks. But here's the key difference between carrots and sticks. If you miss out on a carrot today, you'll probably have a chance at more carrots tomorrow. But if you fail to avoid a stick today – WHAP! – no more carrots forever. Compared to carrots, sticks usually have more urgency and impact. Body and Brain Going Negative Consequently, your body generally reacts more intensely to negative stimuli than to equally strong positive ones. For example, intense pain can be produced all over the body, but intense pleasure comes only (for most people) from stimulating a few specific regions. In your brain, there are separate (though interacting) systems for negative and positive stimuli. At a larger scale, the left hemisphere is somewhat specialized for positive experiences while the right hemisphere is more focused on negative ones (this makes sense since the right hemisphere is specialized for gestalt, visual-spatial processing, so it's advantaged for tracking threats coming from the surrounding environment). Negative stimuli produce more neural activity than do equally intense (e.g., loud, bright) positive ones. They are also perceived more easily and quickly. For example, people in studies can identify angry faces faster than happy ones; even if they are shown these images so quickly (just a tenth of a second or so) that they cannot have any conscious recognition of them, the ancient fight-or-flight limbic system of the brain will still get activated by the angry faces. The alarm bell of your brain – the amygdala (you've got two of these little almond-shaped regions, one on either side of your head) – uses about two-thirds of its neurons to look for bad news: it's primed to go negative. Once it sounds the alarm, negative events and experiences get quickly stored in memory – in contrast to positive events and experiences, which usually need to be held in awareness for a dozen or more seconds to transfer from short-term memory buffers to long-term storage. In effect, as I wrote on Huff Post, the brain is like Velcro for negative experiences but Teflon for positive ones. That's why researchers have found that animals, including humans, generally learn faster from pain (alas) than pleasure. (For more on the neuropsychology of the negativity bias, and references, see the slide sets on my website.) That learning from your childhood and adulthood – both what you experienced yourself and saw others experiencing around you – is locked and loaded in your head today, ready for immediate activation, whether by a frown across a dinner table or by TV images of a car-bombing 10,000 miles away. What to Do? To keep our ancestors alive, Mother Nature evolved a brain that routinely tricked them into making three mistakes: overestimating threats, underestimating opportunities, and underestimating resources (for dealing with threats and fulfilling opportunities). This is a great way to pass on gene copies, but a lousy way to promote quality of life. So for starters, be mindful of the degree to which your brain is wired to make you afraid, wired so that you walk around with an ongoing trickle of anxiety (a flood for some) to keep you on alert. And wired to zero in on any apparent bad news in a larger stream of information (e.g., fixing on a casual aside from a family member or co-worker), to tune out or de-emphasize reassuring good news, and to keep thinking about the one thing that was negative in a day in which a hundred small things happened, ninety-nine of which were neutral or positive. (And, to be sure, also be mindful of any tendency you might have toward rose-colored glasses or putting that ostrich head in the sand.) Additionally, be mindful of the forces around you that beat the drum of alarm – whether it's a family member who threatens emotional punishment or political figures talking about inner or outer enemies. Consider for yourself whether their fears are valid – or whether they are exaggerated or empty, while downplaying or missing the larger context of opportunities and resources. Ask yourself what these forces could be getting out of beating that scary drum. This mindfulness of both the inner workings of your brain and the outer mechanisms of fear-promotion can by itself make you less prone to needless fear. Then you won't be so vulnerable to intimidation by apparent "tigers" that are in fact manageable, blown out of proportion, or made of paper-mache. Read More @ Source
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 06:00 AM PDT Article by Jim Square One Stop Remedy: Yoga Bag If you are a yoga practitioner, you possibly realize the significance of yoga bags. It makes all of your yoga gear handy. No matter whether you have to bring your equipment from a fairly close place to a serious long distance location, yoga bags are a big help. Which are the items you can carry inside your <u>yoga bag</u>? Plenty. It belongs to the most necessary accessories you need to have if you're a yoga enthusiast. You don't have to become a professional yoga instructor, regardless of whether you are just a home based enthusiast, yoga bags arrive as a very useful accessory. Yoga bags are not the normal bags. It is built to keep your posture correct. It might be small compared to the normal bags, but sufficient to fit in all your yoga necessities. It may carry your clothing, yoga props, and not to mention, your yoga mats. These <u>yoga bags</u> are certainly important for all yoga fans.The principle function of the <u>yoga bags</u> would be to safeguard and keep the yoga mat safer. The yoga mats can be rolled up or folded and placed in to the <u>yoga bags</u> without having stressing itself. These <u>yoga bags</u> additionally ensure that your mat is thoroughly clean. These come in all shapes and sizes too. Generally, the style and size have to match up the yoga pad and equipment you have. Yoga exercise pads can be found in a variety of sizes, and of course, you would not want a bag that can't fit your pad. They've either a zipper or perhaps a drawstring as a closure material. A few of these yoga bags have provisions for being able to maintain your other yoga exercise equipment, such as a water bottle, hand towel, or clothes. The yoga bag maintenance isn't some thing you should be worried about as well. So long as you wash them on a regular basis, you're good. How you clean them is determined by the substance of your <u>yoga bag<! ;/u>. Consider velvet yoga bags for instance, they need to solely be hand washed or dry cleaned compared to the cotton yoga bag which is often machine washed.The cost of these <u>yoga bags</u> has its own assortment as well. It depends on the size, material, and style of the yoga bag you would like. However if you are just a little restricted on your funds, you can even create your own <u>yoga bag. You should not be concerned because it is not hard to do. Try heading on a sporting shop and choose a yoga bag and use it as your layout. You may also go online and check out numerous yoga bags. The very best material to use would be cotton or nylon. Both of these are extremely durable supplies and they are a guarantee that your yoga bag will have longevity. Regardless of whether you made your yoga bag or not, they totally are the ideal assistance in transporting your yoga exercise pads and all your yoga paraphernalia. So if you, or all of your buddies and family members, are a yoga exercise enthusiast, these <u>yoga bags</u> are definitely the ideal gift. It will not at all go unnoticed. About the Author Author Bio Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 06:00 AM PDT Some readers of The Zennist blog are surprised at how much I rely on the Pali canon. There is a simple explanation. I discovered that the Pali canon often works through implication for want of a better term. For example, anattâ (lit., not the self) implies Mara the Evil One. Why is this? It is obvious from many discourses that the Five Aggregates are always anattâ. But we also learn that these same Five Aggregates are always associated with Mara, the Buddhist devil.
Logically, it is correct to say that anattâ implies Mara the Evil One. What is so interesting about this is when we look at those who loudly proclaim the Buddha taught anattâ or No-Self. Unbeknownst to them, they are saying the Buddha taught Mara the Evil One! Among other things the Five Aggregates imply are impermanence and suffering. Is it correct to infer from this that anattâ, the vaunted No-Self of the Theravadins, is impermanent and suffering? Yes, it is quite reasonable to draw such a conclusion. Next, what important terms are not associated or fungible with the Five Aggregates? They are terms such as Tathagata, the attâ or self, the mind (citta) that is liberated, the unconditioned (asankhatam), and nirvana to name some. Can we, at this point, say that the self or attâ, by logical inference, is the Tathagata, the liberated mind, the unconditioned, and nirvana? Yes we can.
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| Buddha tour in India- Explore glances of Lord Buddha Posted: 03 Jul 2012 05:00 AM PDT Article by Harry Carlin Buddha tour facilitates you to discover the well known Buddhist attractions which are spread in India. Some of the major allures are caves, monasteries, temples, stupas, statues of Lord Buddha and many more. All these charms can be found in different spots like Lumbini, Nalanda, Ladakh, Sarnath, Patna and so on. Moreover, if you want to explore the glances of Lord Buddha, then you may take the benefit of Buddha tour in India. This trip is very renowned among all the Buddhist adherents. On this journey, you would be able to search out a large number of tourist attractions which are dotted in every corner of the country. There are so many charms such as colossal monuments, beautiful monasteries, magnificent holy places, footprints and statues of Lord Buddha, amazing caves, enormous stupas and lots more. You can find all these superb attractions in diverse states of India viz. Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Orissa, Sikkim, Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir etc. All these destinations depict the life and teachings of Lord Buddha in a great manner. Furthermore, the architecture designs of these allures are very magnificent. Thus, this trip is the delightful experience for all the tourists around the globe. Now, we will talk about some glimpse of Buddha with the help of various tours in brief: Nalanda Tour Nalanda is situated in the Indian state of Bihar. This place has been called as "one of the first great universities in recorded history". At this spot, you would be able to find out so many lures such as Nalanda University Archaeological Complex, The Nalanda Archaeological Museum, Hieun Tsang Memorial Hall, Surajpur Baragaon, Surya Temple, Nav Nalanda Vihar, Stupa of Sariputta and many more. The architecture designs of these allures are truly stupendous. By availing the benefit of Nalanda Tour, you can easily look for all these charms of Nalanda in a perfect manner. Thus, this trip is the enjoyable experience for all the globe trotters. Bodhgaya Tour Bo dhgaya is located in Gaya district of Bihar. This place is one of the renowned religious sites of India. At this revered place, Prince Gautam accomplished enlightenment and came to be known as Lord Buddha. Besides it, you may also search out diverse allures like Pretshila Hill, Sun Temple, Mahabodhi Temple, Vajrasana (stone platform), Mahabodi Tree, The Mohanta's Monastery and lots more. All these charismas are designed very wonderfully. With the help of Bodhgaya Tour, you can easily search all these superb allures of this place. Sanchi Tour Sanchi is situated in Raisen district of the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the most important destinations of Buddhist pilgrimage. By getting the privilege of Sanchi Tour, you would be able to explore the famous lures of Sanchi. Few of the major allures are Ashoka Pillar, Buddhist Vihara, Gupta Temple, The Great Bowl, Sanchi Museum etc. The architecture designs of these attractions are really tremendous. About the AuthorHarry Carlin is a professional writer of web content. For more information on Buddhist Special Train and Buddhist Special Tour. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Ten Sikh Gurus -Their Unmatched Contribution To the World Posted: 03 Jul 2012 04:00 AM PDT Article by Jaspinder Grover The Sikh Gurus have given the world a consciousness where in we can lead a life fulfilling our quest forspiritual upheaval. They have given us the principles on which Sikhism is based.What indeed is Sikhism ? It is a belief system emphasising on the equality of all humansas the children of God. Its strict condemnation of the stratification of society into various castes has been its most uniting factor considering that it was born in a country and period of history where the treatment meted out to a person, his rights,the amount of respect he deserved, the recognition of his person all depended on the caste that he wasborn in. Hinduism had severely injured the humanity with its intricate division of society into different castes lead by the high caste brahmins, who reserved the exclusive rights to read religious scriptures, which wereusually in sanskrit or some uncommon language beyond the understanding of lay man, and the rights to perform all religious ceremonies and rituals. The low castes were intentionally denied education of such languages to make them dependent on the brahmins for all their religious guidance. The brahmins were the caste that reserved exclusive rights toperform all religious rights and duties. The lower castes were given a stepmotherly treatmentby attaching to them labels such as 'outcastes' or 'untouchables'. The sytem was cleverly designed to serve theneeds of higher castes. In such circumstances the Sikh gurus came as a liberating force by teaching equality of all humans as children of God. Guru Nanak put a lot of thought to put an end to suffering of common people and end allreligious bigotry. He developed a new spiritual consciousness. Guru Nanak advocated the concept of one God, the Unmanifest Lord who is eternal, immanent and beyond the comprehension of ordinary human senses.He condemned idol worship. He never presented himself as God and always preached to follow and worship the one Supreme Benefactor of all. The Sikh scriptures were written in Gurmukhi so that the ! common m an could easily access them and did not depend on scholars to read them, beacuse these were meant for the common people at large.The Sikh Gurus revolutionised the existing society and their contribution is unmatched. People can still benefit from their messageby reading the Sih Scriptures like the Guru Granth Sahib Ji or the Holy banis of Nitnem, Sukhmani Sahib, The Sunder Gutka, The Bani Of Bhagats.The message they contain is for people of all castes, colours, religions, regions, communities and beliefs.Their message is of universal brotherhood, selfless service, love, unity and elevating your souls to a higher spiritual consciousness. A look at the lives of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Angad Dev Ji, Guru Amardas Ji, Guru Ramdas Ji, Guru Arjan Dev Ji,Guru Hargobind Sahib ji, Guru Har Rai Ji, Guru Harkrishan Ji, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Ji can offer us great things to learn and improve our lives. To read more on their lives you can order books at http://www.jsks.co.in For Books On Sikhism - Gurbani- Books on The Ten Sikh Gurus- Book on Guru Nanak Dev Ji- Book on Guru Gobind Singh Ji- Gutkas -Nitnem- Sukhmani Sahib - Sunder Gutka - Book on The life of Guru Nanak, Book on Guru Angad Dev, Book on Guru Amardas,Book on Guru Ramdas, Book on Guru Arjan Dev Ji, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, Book on Guru Har Rai Ji, Book on Guru Harkrishan Ji, Book on Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, Book on Guru Gobind Singh Ji Books on all these and more on The Complete Sikh Religious Online Book Shop http://www.jsks.co.in About the AuthorThe author is a budding writer who writes on the Sikh Religion and related topics and is based in India.Look at his collection of books athttp://www.jsks.co.in Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| How Regular Cycling Can Reduce the Stress In Your Life Posted: 03 Jul 2012 03:00 AM PDT Article by Robert D. Waltz Experts say that cycling for fun or sport is beneficial to your health. Just a few of the benefits that come from regular exercise include greater capacity for your heart and lungs, burning calories, and in the case of cycling, it's much easier on the joints. Here are just a few of the many benefits that are associated and have been proven with cycling. THE ABILITY TO CONCENTRATE Any activities that require quick decision-making skills, fast reactions, and balance can help with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and create focus, concentration, and alertness in adults as well. These activities include but are not limited to cycling of course, martial arts, gymnastics, and many others. Scientific research has proven that individuals who participate in very short, but complex exercises were able to solve problems and handle stressful situations then those who didn't exercise in this manner. So taking a quit bicycle ride through the park can help you if you ever get stuck with at problem that you can't figure out a solution to. The region of the brain called the hippocampus can be stimulated by regular exercise like cycling. Like the rest of your body's muscles the hippocampus can grow with regular exercise. If you are older is can help avoid disorders like Alzheimer's and Dementia and give you the ability to retain cognitive functions. LOWERS STRESS LEVELS Studies and research have shown that drugs like Prozac and Zoloft can be reduced or eliminated from someone who suffers depression or anxiety if they partake in a consistent and vigorous effective exercise routine. Regular exercise like cycling can also prevent these ailments like anxiety disorders and depression from taking root. This has been proven in tests at well-known universities where people exercise at between 60% and 90% of their maximum heart rates for up to 20 min. After just a couple of these types of workouts the subjects saw decreases in depression, anxiety, sensitivity, a! nd fear. IT WILL MAKE YOU HAPPY Cycling is the perfect stress relief after a long hard day at the office. Anger and aggression can be reduced when one is exposed to nature and green scenery, like when enjoying a bicycle ride. Try spending all day long outside in your running shorts, good luck! But you could easily spend all day outside with your friends cycling in the beauty of nature if you can find the right terrain to ride on. INCREASED SELF IMAGE AND SELF ESTEEM How we feel about ourselves is directly related to the jobs we accomplish and the things we master, this is according to psychologists and other experts. The opposite is also true, that negative experiences or failing can make us feel bad about ourselves. Of course, this gives us all the more reason after having a bad day to get right back into the saddle as soon as possible. Enhancing your self esteem and confidence can be increased by consistent aerobic exercise without having to turn to prescription drugs for help. Carrying excess weight can make your to all kinds of diseases like cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. This is according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Stamina can be increased with regular bicycling as well as a reduction in stubborn body fat, which translates into more productivity. About the AuthorLearn how to protect your bicycle by choosing the right bike shed to fit your needs. The proper bicycle shed will protect your bicycles for years to come. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 01:00 AM PDT Article by Mathan Mohan Gangtok, a wonderful area, is in the Sikkim condition. It is also the investment finance and the greatest area of Sikkim condition of Indian. The area is set in the Shivalik Mountains in the southern Himalayan range. Gangtok is situated at an elevation of 4,715 toes providing some of unique holidaymaker locations of Indian. The mountains of Himalaya here provide amazing view from every part of this area. Vacation in Gangtok gives chance to visit various vacationer websites, which include monasteries, locations of worship, galleries, areas, and many more. The area is one of the clearest and relaxing holidaymaker locations of Indian one could have ever come across. The area is commonly known as Buddhist pilgrimage and become an essential Buddhist site after the business of Enchey Monastery in the year 1840. In the era of Last millennium, the area matured as the major vacationer location and trading path. Gangtok is mostly populated by the individuals that belong to different countries like Lepchas, Nepalis, and Bhutia. The lifestyle of this area is affected by the individuals of different countries and countries. The area is the main hub of Buddhist pilgrims coming from all over the locations. Now, Gangtok is considered as an essential hub of Tibetan Buddhist lifestyle and learning. The location also offers many monasteries and other spiritual websites. Tourists want to trip in Gangtok as it offers various websites along with actions such as going and eliminating in ropeways wire television car. Along with that, the area gives cheap and cost-effective being option as well as luxurious accommodations and resorts. The area has proper roadways and carry features, which makes running in this area so easy. One can find various dining locations, dining locations, and dining locations that provide local foods. The area has all the features, which make it an ideal vacationer location for summer and winter weather vacations.Tourists want to trip in Gangtok as it offers various websites along with actions suc! h as goi ng and eliminating in ropeways wire television car. Along with that, the area gives cheap and cost-effective being option as well as luxurious accommodations and resorts. The area has proper roadways and carry features, which makes running in this area so easy. One can find various dining locations, dining locations, and dining locations that provide local foods. The area has all the features, which make it an ideal vacationer location for summer and winter weather vacations. About the AuthorGet more information on hotels">gangtok, Hotels in gangtok Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.SInhala song by TM Jayarathna for Soma Thero 
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| Posted: 03 Jul 2012 12:00 AM PDT Article by Raj Malhotra Yoga has been at the heart of the Indian civilization for over thousands of year. The word 'Yoga' mean 'to yoke' or 'unite'. A practitioner who practices Yoga regularly merges his/her soul, his/her consciousness with the universal one. This gives the person, the power to look beyond the imperfections, to achieve a state of total happiness. Yoga, over the course of time, has branched out into many forms such as Kundalini Yoga, Hatha Yoga and Bikram Yoga and more. Each of these yoga forms aim to lead a practitioner to the same divine goal - connecting ones' spirit with the Cosmic consciousness. Bikram Yoga is also known as Hot Yoga. Bikram yoga has received worldwide popularity owing to its immense weight loss benefits. Initially, Bikram Yoga branched out from Hatha Yoga and it was founded by Bikram Choudhury and has found millions of popular. Music gives an added effect to the Yoga session. It enables the body to shape up faster and also enables the mind to quieten down. Spirit Voyage, the online music store that offers a range of yoga DVDs and meditation music CDs also offers many Yoga books that help a Bikram Yoga aspirant gather deeper insights on this yoga form. Bikram Yoga has 26 postures which when practiced in the right sequence enable all the muscles and the tissues, along with the joints and the tendons to achieve optimum health. Each component of the body when it receives a benefit, it not only rejuvenates itself but also passes on the benefit to the other components of the body, thus giving it a thorough work-out. Bikram Yoga is also popularly known as Hot Yoga as it done in a hot room. Bikram Choudhury believes that a warm body is a flexible body. And a flexible body can be shaped easily. Doing Bikram Yoga or any other form of Yoga such as Kundalini Yoga or Ashtanga Yoga should be carried out with proper Yoga clothes. Yoga clothes enable the body to breath and yet carry out the intricate poses. The intense sweat that is created in the body enables it to flush out the toxins.! The bod y must be hydrated throughout the session and also before and after it. Pranayama is a major component in Bikram Yoga. Through it, one learns to control his/her breath and derive maximum benefits from the session. Meditation is also another major component. Meditation must be done before the Bikram Yoga session to prepare the body for it and also it should be done after the session gets over. The body needs to calm down after the strenuous workout and so does the mind. Listening to meditation music like Into Grace, A Hundred Blessings and Mantras from the Soul will definitely help. The albums have been created by world renowned artistes such as Snatman Kaur, WAH! Guru Amrit Kaur, Mirabai Ceiba and Guru Shabad Singh Khalsa and will invigorate your soul with new energy. While doing both the Yoga and the meditation routine, proper care must be taken as to the place where the session must be carried out. Proper Yoga mats and meditation rugs are necessary accessories in a yoga routine. The Yoga mats offered by Spirit Voyage enable the body to carry out various intricate poses by offering proper grip. Also, meditation is an altogether a different experience with Yoga mats. The positive energies that are developed during the meditation routine are insulated from the earth's vibration. Since ages, yoga and meditation has contributed in a person's mental and physical well being. With Spirit Voyage yoga DVDs and CDs, rejuvenate your inner self and experience an inner peace. Merge with the Supreme as guide yourself towards gaining a deeper the spiritual insight. About the AuthorThe author writes for Spirit Voyage, an online music store that offers different CDs and DVDs for practicing kundalini Yoga and other Yoga forms. It also offers Yoga Mats and Yoga Clothes. Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.Kids Yoga Trailer.mov 
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| Thailand in Southeast Asia Is the Iconic Tourist Destinations Posted: 02 Jul 2012 11:00 PM PDT Article by Vinay Tiwari Thailand is one of the most fascinating tourist destinations in the entire Southeast Asia. Lovingly dubbed as 'land of smile' is very much renowned for its warm hospitality and friendly locals with smiling face. This beautiful tourist destination is breathtakingly beautiful and is very worth to visit and explore for their stunning vacation. The excitement, fun and frolic as you visit this country will easily elate the vacationers from all over the globe. Speckled with astounding tourism attractions, picturesque beaches, diverse rich cultures, throbbing nightlife and many alike easily attract the vacationers and truly make this country bliss for the vacationers. Other than Thailand there are numerous more tourist destinations which easily attract the vacationers for wonderful vacations in this part of Asia. If truly you want to enjoy the most of the South East Asia then customize a Thailand Malaysia Singapore tour and enjoy and explore the wonderful Asia at its best. Some of major tourist destinations and attractions which truly make Thailand the most traveled destination in the entire world are such as; Bangkok Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand and is one of the largest cities in the country with fascinating metropolis. This city is truly one of the most traveled tourist destination in the entire world and truly the old traditional and the modern convenience is great to explore. The beguiling skyscrapers, incredible shopping facilities, throbbing nightlife, fascinating bars, pubs and the exotic hotels with luxurious and comfortable accommodations easily attract the vacationers from every nook and corner of the world. The business travelers along with the tourist visit this beautiful city and enjoy their wonderful vacation.
Pattaya Pattaya is the most wonderful and the most popular destinations to explore in Thailand. Spectrum of tourist destinations and marvelous sightseeing spots easily attract the vacationers who come to explore! the bea uty of Thailand. Pattaya Thailand Tours enthralls the vacationers plenty of fun frolic and excitement, exotic beaches and serene villages. This beautiful city is known as seaside resort which easily attracts and allures the vacationers. The half moon shaped beach of Pattaya truly offer vacationers mirth and laughter. The nightlife and the marvel sightseeing tours easily attract the tourist from every length and breadth of the world.
Buddhist Temples Thailand is globally renowned for its elegant Buddhist temples, it is said that there are more the 1100 Buddhist temples. Emerald Buddha is one of the major and the most sought after temples in the country. Truly all the temples are very sacred and intense number of Buddhist from every nook and corner of the world entice the visitors from all over the globe. All the temples here are considered to be very sacred and each of the temples has a different story to tell.
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| The Process Of Guided Meditation Posted: 02 Jul 2012 11:00 PM PDT Article by Kelly Kauffman There are many different methods of guided meditation. Since each person has a different goal when starting the meditation process, there are several ways to achieve these goals with diverse guided meditation programs. There are a few steps that the meditating person must go through in order to achieve a complete meditative state. Most of these steps in the process focus mainly on relaxation and the clearing of the mind. Since clearing the mind can be a difficult task to achieve, people who find interest in meditation turn to guided meditation to help them to center their minds and bodies. The guided meditation process can make meditating seem achievable and can help the user to feel more grounded and in touch with themselves rather than feeling lost while trying to quiet their mind. There are many different ways to achieve a meditative state but most of these processes start by instructing the person to sit in a comfortable position. It is also very important that the person is in a quiet space with no distractions or sounds around that could divert the concentration that is needed. Guided meditation generally instructs the person who is meditating to quiet and stop the mind. This means that the person should release any thoughts from his or her mind and concentrate on nothingness. The meditating person should also make sure that his or her body is completely relaxed and there is no strain on any body part while sitting in the position. The goal of a guided mediation session is to achieve a completely empty mind and a clear conscious. This moment of complete silence and peacefulness allows the person to experience what a feeling of whole calmness is throughout the body. This calm feeling usually makes the stress of everyday life melt away for many people. Once this feeling of calm has been experienced by a meditating person, he or she focuses on achieving this feeling throughout the day and not only during a meditation session. Many guided meditation processes also include a man! tra. A m antra is the expression of a sound from the meditating body. This expression of sound can also aid in the calming of the body and mind at once. The most common mantra that is expressed in guided meditation is the "Om". By releasing this sound from the mouth, the person who is meditating finds it less complicated to eliminate excessive thoughts from the mind. Centering the mind and body in a quiet fashion is easily achieved with a mantra that is shown through a guided meditation session. A meditative state should be achieved by the mediating person for about 15 minutes a day. However, everyone is different and many people will find that a more substantial amount of time is more beneficial for them. Through the use of guided mediation, many users have also found that the advice and process that is shown can be used throughout their day to relive stress and tension or to deal with difficult situations. About the AuthorKaren Kauffman, a well known freelance writer, prepared this article for Meditation CDs http://www.meditations.bz/ Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included.
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| Religion and politics: where lies triumph over facts Posted: 02 Jul 2012 11:00 PM PDT Fascinating. Reading Leonards Pitts' column in today's Oregonian opinion page, it almost seemed as if he was talking about religion in "When lies triumph over facts, we're done." All I had to do was mentally substitute a few words in key passages. Which I've done non-mentally below. Not long ago, if you told a whopper like Palin's a holy book's and it was as thoroughly debunked as hers it's was, that would have ended the discussion. These days, it is barely even part of the discussion. These days, facts seem overmatched by falsehood, too slow to catch them, too weak to stop them. Indeed, falsehoods are harder to kill than a Hollywood zombie. Run them through with fact, and still they shamble forward, fueled by echo chamber media preachers, ideological tribalism, cognitive dissonance, a certain imperviousness to shame, and an understanding that a lie repeated long enough, loudly enough, becomes, in the minds of those who need to believe it, truth. ...It seems that not only are facts no longer important, but they are not even the point. Rather, the point is the construction and maintenance of an alternate narrative designed to enhance and exploit the receiver's fears, his or her sense of prerogatives, entitlement, propriety and morality under siege from outside forces. ...This is the state of American political religious discourse, particularly on the political fundamentalist right, where a sense of dislocation, disaffection and general been-done-wrongness has become sine qua non, coin of the realm, lingua franca of the true believers — and of their true belief in the desperate need to turn back the unrighteous Other and his unwelcome change. ...The result of which is that Americans increasingly occupy two realities, one based on the conviction that facts matter, the other on the notion that facts are only what you need them to be in a given moment. That ought to give all of us pause because it leads somewhere we should not want to go. When two realities divide one people, the outcome seems obvious. They cannot remain one people. There are some politics vs. religion discordancies in my edited version. Pitts is correct that lies in politics used to be much less acceptable than they are now. In the old days, if a politician was caught in a lie, this was a big deal. It just elicits a shrug now. People don't expect policians to tell the truth, I guess. In contrast, religions always have gotten away with falsehoods, in large part because there's no way to definitively say whether a claim like "God loves us" is true. All us skeptics can say is "evidence is lacking." Still, Pitts has a good point when he writes "a lie repeated long enough, loudly enough, becomes, in the minds of those who need to believe it, truth." With religions, instead of "lie" it probably is better to use a word like "unfounded belief" (though sometimes lie is exactly what's being promulgated). As I often say in my blog posts, I'm not bothered by people believing whatever they want to -- so long as they don't expect other people to accept those beliefs if they lack demonstrable evidence of their truthfulness. Unfortunately, the same phenomenon Pitts notes among unfactual politicians is apparent among unfactual religious believers: they feel offended and disrespected when reasonable questions are raised by people unwilling to accept their bullshit. "How do you know God exists?" "Even if God exists, how do you know God loves us?" "Isn't it more likely that God hates us, given how much pain, misery, and suffering exists in the world?" Pitts seems to have a dream of people united by a shared vision of reality. Sounds great. But it's not going to happen anytime soon, especially in the realm of religion. It's tough enough to get people on the same truthful wavelength when it comes to scientifically demonstrable realities like human-caused global warming and evolution via natural selection. Much more difficult is getting people to realize that cherished religious beliefs are just that: beliefs, with no factual substance behind them. Some day, perhaps. Someday. Religious people have their dreams, and so do I. Such as, a world where humans know the difference between truths and falsehoods, reality and unreality, objective and subjective viewpoints. 
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During the past few weeks I have immersed myself into the world of Terence McKenna — that legendary psychedelic bard beloved by many thinkers, rebels, and psychonauts from all walks of life. As of this writing, I have already watched and listened to more than a hundred videos and audios of his talks that are available on YouTube and the Psychedelic Salon podcast. I can now confidently say that I have caught up with most of McKenna's materials — his philosophy, psychedelic riffs, theories, dialogues, rants, social and political commentaries, and his idiosyncratic personality. In short, I can now talk with long-time McKenna followers and understand their lingo and cryptic references.
Russell Brand, how do you stay so happy-go-lucky?
On a blog at the Huffington Post, I used the example of Stephen Colbert's satirical "March to Keep Fear Alive" as a timely illustration of a larger point: humans evolved to be fearful – since that helped keep our ancestors alive – so we are very vulnerable to being frightened and even intimidated by threats, both real ones and "paper tigers." With his march, Colbert was obviously mocking those who play on fear, since we certainly don't need any new reminders to keep fear alive.
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