PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT
Deal with Your Shadow and Other Negative Forces (with video version)
One of the most powerful things you can do is a personal clearing of your own energy field. The following is an energetic clearing that Robin Duda, the soul alchemist I've been working with...
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: May 6 - 12, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as...
Egyptian Goddess Nut: Her Symbolic Representation in the Night Sky
The ancient Egyptian goddess of the sky and how I used modern astronomy to explore her link with the Milky Way.
LIVING IN HARMONY
About Cravings: What Is It We REALLY Need?
When we reach for a treat or crave a certain food, what do we really need? Try to stop, take a breath, and ask yourself this question before you eat.
New Study Reveals Ideal Daily Mix of Sitting, Standing, and Exercise
How much time should you spend sitting versus standing? New research reveals the perfect mix for optimal health.
The Hidden Consequences of Extreme Dieting on Bone Density
How extreme dieting can affect bone health. In a recent Instagram post, the actor Jameela Jamil revealed she has poor bone density, despite only being in her 30s.
SOCIAL CONSCIOUSNESS
Unpacking the Crisis: Why Many Americans Feel Disconnected from Democracy
Supporting ‘democracy’ is hard for many who feel government and the economy are failing them.
The Dangers of Police Crackdowns on Student Protesters
Cops on campus: Why police crackdowns on student protesters are so dangerous.
Rethinking Progress: The Case for Sustainable Development Goals Over GDP
GDP is not enough to measure a country’s development. What if we used the Sustainable Development Goals instead?
AT THE BRINK
Resurrecting Operation Wetback: Trump’s Plan and Why It’s Destined to Fail
Trump promises to deport all undocumented immigrants, resurrecting a 1950s strategy − but it didn’t work then and is less likely to do so now
The Dangers of Police Crackdowns on Student Protesters
Cops on campus: Why police crackdowns on student protesters are so dangerous.
Global Tensions Simmer in Potential Nuclear Arms Escalation
New ‘cold war’ grows ever warmer as the prospect of a nuclear arms race hots up. So how did we get here?
InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: May 7, 2024
The Daily Inspiration is a short message to help set the tone for the day. It is linked to a longer article for additional insights and inspiration.
Is The Universe Friendly? Having the Eyes to See (with Video version)
I interviewed over two hundred people in more than 100 organizations. I ended almost every interview with the question: "It's easy to see what's wrong with the world today... So, I'd like to...
Deal with Your Shadow and Other Negative Forces (with video version)
One of the most powerful things you can do is a personal clearing of your own energy field. The following is an energetic clearing that Robin Duda, the soul alchemist I've been working with...
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: May 6 - 12, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as...
About Cravings: What Is It We REALLY Need?
When we reach for a treat or crave a certain food, what do we really need? Try to stop, take a breath, and ask yourself this question before you eat.
Egyptian Goddess Nut: Her Symbolic Representation in the Night Sky
The ancient Egyptian goddess of the sky and how I used modern astronomy to explore her link with the Milky Way.
How Understanding Self-Respect Can Transform Your Persuasion Tactics
As humans, we all want self-respect – and keeping that in mind might be the missing ingredient when you try to change someone’s mind.
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Exiting the See-Do Bypass: Get Ready, Get Set, Go!
The phrase “Get ready, get set, GO!” describes a formula for effective living. We screw things up when we leave out the middle step, by…
From Punk to Monk: Keeping Things in Perspective
I didn’t go to India to put on a Hindu costume; I got into Vedic teachings to uncover all the costumes I’d been wearing and to find out what…
How to Navigate the Journey of Your Personal Awakening
The path of awakening is different for everyone, and the truth is that there is no set path, as each and every one of us is unique. In the…
A Part of You Knows Everything
Imagine that you are one of the many seekers and free-spirited adventurers playing your part in the greatest investigation of all time: the…
Happier Neighborhoods Start Right in the Front Yard
Front yards are a staple of many American neighborhoods. But to what extent do yards serve as a window into the people who tend them – and…
'Oppenheimer' -- the Lack of Moral Principles and the Presence of Partial Truths
The Academy Awards celebrated the film version of Oppenheimer's life – it took home seven Oscars – yet it dismally failed to address his…
Is The Universe Friendly? Having the Eyes to See (with Video version)
I interviewed over two hundred people in more than 100 organizations. I ended almost every interview with the question: "It's easy to see…
Witness the Majestic Sun Alignments at Stonehenge Every Midsummer's Night
Every midsummer’s night tens of thousands of people gather at Stonehenge to celebrate and witness the rising Sun in alignment with the Heel…
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Exiting the See-Do Bypass: Get Ready, Get Set, Go!
The phrase “Get ready, get set, GO!” describes a formula for effective living. We screw things up when we leave out the middle step, by…
From Punk to Monk: Keeping Things in Perspective
I didn’t go to India to put on a Hindu costume; I got into Vedic teachings to uncover all the costumes I’d been wearing and to find out what…
How to Navigate the Journey of Your Personal Awakening
The path of awakening is different for everyone, and the truth is that there is no set path, as each and every one of us is unique. In the…
A Part of You Knows Everything
Imagine that you are one of the many seekers and free-spirited adventurers playing your part in the greatest investigation of all time: the…
'Oppenheimer' -- the Lack of Moral Principles and the Presence of Partial Truths
The Academy Awards celebrated the film version of Oppenheimer's life – it took home seven Oscars – yet it dismally failed to address his…
Is The Universe Friendly? Having the Eyes to See (with Video version)
I interviewed over two hundred people in more than 100 organizations. I ended almost every interview with the question: "It's easy to see…
Rethinking Progress: The Case for Sustainable Development Goals Over GDP
GDP is not enough to measure a country’s development. What if we used the Sustainable Development Goals instead?
Beyond Radical Optimism: Embracing a New Perspective on Life's Chaos
Radical Optimism is Dua Lipa’s philosophy for dealing with life’s chaos – but radical openness is a better approach.
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A Squatter in My Studio Office
Arriving at our summer retreat in Margaree Forks, Nova Scotia, on Cape Breton Island, after a long drive from Florida, I anticipated the…
Pointing Fingers or Owning Up: The Choice Between Blame and Responsibility
When we say such things as "You hurt me," "You made me do it," "You made me angry," or "You make me crazy” we are giving in to the impulse…
Eyes Reveal Early Signs of Dementia Up to 12 Years in Advance
How your vision can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed – new study.
From Drive-Thru to Data Vaults: Retail AI Bots and Their Hidden Agenda
Can I take your order – and your data? The hidden reason retailers are replacing staff with AI bots.
Resurrecting Operation Wetback: Trump’s Plan and Why It’s Destined to Fail
Trump promises to deport all undocumented immigrants, resurrecting a 1950s strategy − but it didn’t work then and is less likely to do so…