Photograph by Josh Marshall A conversation with Christina Rasmussen about accessing non-local consciousness where we can reconnect with out “lost” loved ones and gain higher insight. — Several years ago, my paternal grandmother passed. It was a difficult time for me and … [Read more...] about Where Did You Go? A Conversation on Connecting with the Dead
Alternative Ideas, Practices & Exploration
Are You Willing to Give up Your Utopian Constructs?
Photograph by Larm Rmah When you are willing to let go of the constructs you hold about what is ideal, you open yourself to the possibility of being present and engaged in life. — An ideal is something that you have judged to be greater than what is. I never … [Read more...] about Are You Willing to Give up Your Utopian Constructs?
Rebounding From The Bottom: Recovering from Addiction By Learning To Listen
Photograph by Perminder KIlair How an addict turned his life around by seeking, listening and opening his mind to the wisdom and advice of others. — I was 26-years-old when I hit my bottom. Since the age of 18, I had been a drug addict. I then had a slow, … [Read more...] about Rebounding From The Bottom: Recovering from Addiction By Learning To Listen
Healing A Broken Heart: The Scientific Benefits of Finding Your Frequency
Photograph by Nick Fewings Thinking about our past pains and heart breaks is tough, but new research about our heart-brain frequencies provides a radical approach to our healing process. — Let’s face it, we’ve all been there. A broken heart is devastating … [Read more...] about Healing A Broken Heart: The Scientific Benefits of Finding Your Frequency
20 Things You Can Do For Yourself If You Only Have 20 Minutes
Photograph by Ana Azevedo Only have 20 minutes? That’s enough time to work out, to wind down, to get creative, to learn something new, to organize your life or get some needed sleep! — If you work eight hours a day, chances are you feel like you never have enough time in … [Read more...] about 20 Things You Can Do For Yourself If You Only Have 20 Minutes
The Importance of Intention to Create Freedom and Aliveness
Photograph of Carter Miles by Bill Miles Freedom and aliveness — creating the life and the you, you always dreamed of realizing through deliberate, intentional living. — If you’ve been to a yoga class you’ve heard a teacher offer you a few moments at the beginning of … [Read more...] about The Importance of Intention to Create Freedom and Aliveness
Miscarriage & Misgivings: The Power, and Gifts, of Shame
Photograph by Joey Thompson In the most vulnerable, the most heart-wrenching circumstances, lives the potential to make new, compassionate connections to yourself and those around you. — The day before I turned 37, I scheduled my abortion. We were at a family … [Read more...] about Miscarriage & Misgivings: The Power, and Gifts, of Shame
Effective Leadership: 6 Steps to Real Time Accountability
Photograph by Marvin Meyer Six steps that leaders can practice to make for a more accountable and more productive work-team. — Every leader has a dream day scenario of the office. You know the one. You step through the doors of your building at 7:01 a.m. and your team is … [Read more...] about Effective Leadership: 6 Steps to Real Time Accountability
Speaking Up: Tools and Practices for Claiming Your True Self & Happiness
Photographs by Jared Rice (woman) and Aaron Burden (pen), collage by Bill Miles 7 steps to allow you to live a better life in which YOU are in control of your happiness — At times (if not always) we are our harshest critic. We deprive ourselves of life's simplest and … [Read more...] about Speaking Up: Tools and Practices for Claiming Your True Self & Happiness
Where Fashion Meets Sustainability: Becoming a Mindful Fashion Lover
Photograph by Hannah Morgan Tips for becoming a mindful fashionista — There are many reasons why an increasing number of people are turning to mastering the art of mindful living. Some may think this lifestyle includes only things such as meditation and yoga, a healthy … [Read more...] about Where Fashion Meets Sustainability: Becoming a Mindful Fashion Lover
Dancing Alone: A Social Experiment in Courage
Photograph by Ardian Lumi Opportunities to be brave can be found anywhere…even a country line dance — Jeanie Tillman is a dating coach who helps real-world Christian singles, in their 30's and 40's, break through fear that keeps them “off the dance floor” of … [Read more...] about Dancing Alone: A Social Experiment in Courage
How to Take Your Power Back by Understanding the Laws of Mind
Photograph by Th Anh Want to reclaim your power over your life? Start by shifting how you focus your attention — Everyone wants to be free! Everyone wants to be in control of their own experience! This is why nothing is more exciting than self-empowerment. But how do we … [Read more...] about How to Take Your Power Back by Understanding the Laws of Mind
