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Everyone probably can agree that we are living in strange times... new experiences, new attitudes, new challenges. But we can be encouraged in remembering that everything is always in flux, everything changes. Pam Younghans, in this week's "Astrological Journal" shares: ""What seems insurmountable now will actually become more attainable over the months ahead, as we continue to strengthen our resolve, align more fully with our integrity, and fine tune our intentions."
So how do we do that? How do we strengthen our resolve? Jude Bijou suggests and gives us the tools to "Banish Worry and STOP Feeling Overwhelmed, One Peaceful Step At A Time".
How do we align more fully with our integrity? By connecting with "Ksham?: Patience, Peace and Gratitude in a Time of Pandemic". Another method, as Diana Rowan recommends, is to "Face Your Darkness and Step Into Your True Power".
The final step? We fine-tune our intentions by "Rising Up with the Potent Force of Aloha" and by standing up for ourselves and for what is right. It is time for a major change in the power structures, not just in our own self (our priorities, our choices) but also in the world around us. Read my article: "Women Arise: Be Seen, Be Heard, and Take Action" for an inspiring and motivational look at the possibilities for the United States.
Sarah Varcas rounds up our featured articles by reflecting on the Astrology of 2020: "...it speaks of a formidable challenge to our freedom of self-determination, to liberty of thought, speech, movement and association, and to our right to decide how we understand and respond to the events and challenges in our own lives. The good news is this: with Mars now conjunct the equally formidable Eris until the end of the year, there’s plenty of energy available to those who choose the path of the sovereign-self not the fear-ridden, vulnerable dependent one... Claim that energy as your own and use it well. The quality of our collective future depends upon it and if we stand together strong, freedom, love and liberty can – and will – prevail. "
These are times of claiming our own truth, our own power, our own vision, and being willing to take the actions necessary to create the future we envision for ourselves and for the children of Planet Earth. This is not the time to be a couch-potato, or an "innocent" bystander or voyeur simply watching things unfurl on TV or online. We are all connected. What happens to one affects us all. It is time to claim our oneness and for us to take action for the greater good. No one gets to sit this one out. Not doing anything is doing something... Not feeding love, compassion and empathy is feeding apathy and disconnection and even hatred. It is time to strenghten our resolve, align with integrity, and clarify and act upon our intentions. This world is ours. This life is ours. The game is on! Get ready, get set, go!
Please scroll down for the featured articles in this new issue of InnerSelf, and also the recap of all the articles that were added to the website during the week.
Wishing you enjoyable insightful reading, and of course a wonder-full, joy-full, health-full, and loving week.
Marie T. Russell
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NEW ARTICLES THIS WEEK
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Banish Worry and STOP Feeling Overwhelmed, One Peaceful Step At A Time
Written by Jude Bijou
These are indeed troubled times. Between covid19, politics, Black Lives Matter, and the upcoming election, there is not a lot of uplifting news to be had. Actually, the opposite is true. It's easy to get discouraged and freaked out.
Ksham?: Patience, Peace and Gratitude in a Time of Pandemic
Written by Sarah Mane
There are many virtues appropriate to our present circumstances that are extolled in the wisdom of Sanskrit: Abhayam (?????) fearlessness; Balam (????) strength; Buddhi (??????) reason, Ksham? (?????) patience and forbearance, and so on.
Face Your Darkness and Step Into Your True Power
Written by Diana Rowan
While I thought my biggest fear was of the unknown, of losing control, of being horrified by the darkness inside and around me, it turns out that darkness had been my friend all along. Darkness, my most cryptic ally, pointed me toward light and connection. Darkness showed me — and still shows me — the Bright Way.
Rising Up with the Potent Force of Aloha
Written by Jonathan Hammond
In every given moment, each of us has a glorious opportunity to release our self-limiting stories, learn to live from our true nature, and become the highest and brightest expression of ourselves. And I know of no better, more practical, or more effective system to guide you there than Huna, the esoteric knowledge and philosophy of Hawaii.
Women Arise: Be Seen, Be Heard, and Take Action
Written by Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf
I called this article "Women Arise: Be Seen, Be Heard, and Take Action", and while I am referring to the women highlighted in the videos below, I am also speaking of each of us. And not just of those of us in female bodies, but to all the "rising feminine" in all of us, male or female.
Astrology in the Age of Covid-19
Written by Sarah Varcas
We are living in unprecedented times. Times which demand the calling forth of qualities to match the gravity of this moment. As an astrologer, this means an unflinching sense of integrity in the face of current challenges, and a willingness to question the dominant narrative.
How Cloth Masks Protect The Wearer
by Monica Gandhi
Masks slow the spread of SARS-CoV-2 by reducing how much infected people spray the virus into the environment around…
Why Companies Were So Quick To Endorse Black Lives Matter
by Eugene Y. Chan
Not too long ago, few companies paid much attention to Black Lives Matter. Today, in the wake of the George Floyd…
Using Public Relations Manipulations Against The Greater Good?
by Dan Guadagnolo
As the Canadian economy slowly recovers from COVID-19 lockdowns, there have been news articles suggesting the Canada…
How Our Food Choices Cut Into Forests and Put Us Closer To Viruses
by Terry Sunderland
As the global population has doubled to 7.8 billion in about 50 years, industrial agriculture has increased the output…
What's In Wildfire Smoke That Is So Bad For Your Lungs?
by Luke Montrose
If I dare to give the coronavirus credit for anything, I would say it has made people more conscious of the air they…
Fitness Levels In Teenagers Linked To Where They Grow Up
by Michaela James and Sinead Brophy
The places and communities that we live in play an important role in our physical health. What we have access to on our…
Why A Bit Of Magical Thinking Could Help The World Now
by Chris Gosden
On April 16 1872, a group of men sat drinking in the Barley Mow pub near Wellington in Somerset in the UK’s south-west.…
Leprosy Of The Soul? A Brief History Of Boredom
by Wijnand Van Tilburg
We all respond to boredom in different ways. Some may find a new hobby or interest, others may instead rip open a bag…
Inflammation Is The Key Factor That Explains Vulnerability To Severe Covid
by Sheena Cruickshank
The severity of COVID-19 can vary hugely. In some it causes no symptoms at all and in others it’s life threatening,…
The Partisan Pandemic: Do We Now Live In Alternate Realities?
by Andrea Robbett and Peter Hans Matthews
Politics can divide even friends and families. When this happens, we like to tell ourselves that the explanation lies…
Connected City Streets Mean Healthier Residents and Communities
by Chris Barrington-Leigh and Adam Millard-Ball
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, cities around the world are rediscovering the value of walkable and bikeable…
Pets, Livestock and Wildlife Can All Catch Coronavirus – Does That Make Them Dangerous?
by Arjan Stegeman
SARS-CoV-2 almost certainly originated in an animal. But ever since the virus infected humans the outbreak has been…
Humans Aren't Inherently Selfish – We're Actually Hardwired To Work Together
by Steve Taylor
There has long been a general assumption that human beings are essentially selfish. We’re apparently ruthless, with…
Why Face Masks Can Make Eyes Feel Dry, And What You Can Do About It
by Lyndon Jones
Face masks help reduce coronavirus transmission, which has prompted mandates and expert recommendations for their use…
9 Reasons You Can Be Optimistic That A Vaccine For Covid-19 Will Be Widely Available In 2021
by William Petri
As fall approaches rapidly, many are wondering if the race for a vaccine will bear fruit as early as January 2021.
Yes, God Can Be Hurt, But Not In The Way Trump Claims, According To Theologians
by Sameer Yadav and Helen De Cruz
President Trump claimed recently that the prospect of a Biden presidency would “hurt God.”
How Families Can Support Kids' Mental Health Whether They're Learning Remotely Or At School
by Erika Bocknek
The choice between in-person learning, where available, and remote learning is a fraught one for parents.
How To Make Sure Your Vote Counts
by Amy Dacey
The time is now! Voting in the presidential election will begin in many states in just a few weeks – as early as Sept. 4…
What Is Intolerance Fatigue and How Does It Fuel Protests?
by Bev-Freda Jackson,
Protesters remain on the streets demanding equality and justice for Black Americans. What they’re feeling, I believe…
What Would Seneca Say? Six Stoic Tips For Surviving Lockdown
by Matthew Sharpe
To live through a pandemic, Albert Camus wrote, is to be made to live as an exile. Lovers are parted from lovers…
How The Brain’s Autocomplete Feature Oversimplifies Complex Issues and Impedes Tolerance
by Alan Sears
Enter any of the following words into your browser’s search bar: progressive, liberal, conservative, evangelical, right…
How The US Postal Service Created A Common Bond That Helped Stamp An Identity On America
by Amy Werbel
Reports suggest that Trump appointees are trying to sabotage the service to limit its capacity to process mail-in…
How To Overcome The Double Standards Women Face When Aspiring To Leadership Positions?
by Christopher von Rueden
Kamala Harris’ candidacy as vice president of the United States provoked familiar criticism, based in part on her…
How To Reset Your Relationship With Your Body If Lockdown Worsened An Eating Problem
by Paul Jenkins
As the coronavirus pandemic has spread, a growing number of people have been negatively affected not so much by the…
Health Care Should Shift Focus From Treatment To Prevention
by Kaitlyn Kuryk
COVID-19 has placed a spotlight on the inequities of Canada’s current “curative” health-care system and the problems…
Three Common Myths About Dying
by Sarah Winch
People die every day. Most will know they are at the end of their lives. Hopefully they had time to contemplate and…
Warning: Oleandrin Is A Deadly Plant Poison, Not A Covid-19 Cure
by Cassandra Quave
With COVID-19 cases and deaths rising in the U.S. and globally, identifying new therapies to prevent and combat the…
How To Help Your Child Cope With The Transition Back To School During Covid-19
by Jessica Cooke et al
Research shows that due to COVID-19, parents and children are experiencing greater levels of anxiety and stress.
How A Dismantled Post Office Destroys More Than Mail Service
by Patty Heyda
The U.S. Postal Service is under threat of collapse and privatization. This comes after years of federal political…
Parental Depression, Anxiety During Covid-19 Will Affect Kids Too
by Leslie E. Roos and Lianne Tomfohr-Madsen
For most parents, to say the the COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful would be a dramatic understatement.
How To Calmly Navigate Personal Interactions During Covid-19
by Laura Rees
Thanks to COVID-19, we’ve slowly built new routines centred on being at home. But as we start to enter various phases…
Is Body Weight Affected By When You Eat?
by Alex Johnstone and Leonie Ruddick-Collins
Most diet and health advice is broadly based on the assumption that a calorie is a calorie (and it doesn’t matter when…
We Mapped The World's Frozen Peatlands And What We Found Was Very Worrying
by Gustaf Hugelius
Peatlands cover just a few percent of the global land area but they store almost one-quarter of all soil carbon and so…
3 Ways To Get Kids To Tune In And Pay Attention When Schools Go Virtual
by Eric M. Anderman and Kui Xie
When nearly all U.S. brick-and-mortar schools suddenly closed in March 2020 and went online, large numbers of students…
How Covid-19 Could Have A Lasting, Positive Impact On Workplace Culture
by Erica Pimentel
The COVID-19 lockdown has become synonymous with working from home for many people. While some research has suggested…
Astrological Journal for the Week
Written by Pam Younghans
This weekly column (updated every Sunday afternoon) is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies... Read this week's journal here
It is also highly beneficial to reread the past week's astrological journal as it gives a hindsight view of the events that took place and may provide many "ah-ha" insights.
OLDIES & GOODIES:
Making Appreciation A Part Of Your Regular Routine... for Kids (and Adults)
by Noelle C. Nelson, Ph.D. & Jeannine Lemare Calaba, Psy.D.
How do you help your child achieve a positive sense of worth? By teaching him how to appreciate himself. Do this by.…
Be Fearless In Your Quest: Ask and Ye Shall Receive
by Susan de Montfort
It has been dramatically revealed to me time after time that the Biblical pronouncement of "Ask and Ye Shall Receive"…
An Affair to Remember: How to Ensure a Committed Relationship
by Alan Cohen
A third party has no power to break up a healthy relationship. No one can come between you and your partner unless…
The Counselor Within: The Wisest Counselor Always There For You
by Robert Landau
"I am here for you. Remember, I love you always." Jackie awoke from her dream with a start. However, she could only…
How You Too Can Find Life Balance, Harmony, and Joy
by Rosalyn Harwood
As I sit at the computer, reading my email, I am also blow drying my hair, typing with one hand. My back starts to ache…
Commitment: How Do We Know What to Commit To?
by Marie T. Russell
Sometimes it seems that commitment is a four-letter word. It is a word that oftentimes brings up fear as well as…
Managing and Avoiding the Overload Syndrome: Learning to Say "No"
by Nanette & Dr. Jerome Marmorstein
This temporary anxiety and depression state results from becoming overburdened with too many work, household…
Also check out the InnerSelf section, Remember Your Future, for articles dealing with issues that are related to you and the upcoming 2020 US election for President, Senate, etc.
Adam Elshaug
We all hoped for a rapid and effective COVID-19 response. For the United States, that has not occurred. It is now host to more documented COVID-19 cases and deaths than any other country.
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