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In The May 2012 Issue
By Krysta Gibson Not once but twice, Mark Nepo has been interviewed by Oprah. When asked how this happened, Mark explained that one of Oprah's staff was attending a yoga class and a friend gave her The Book of Awakening (Conari Press). The staff person gifted the book to Oprah on her birthday. Oprah began reading from the book daily and decided she had to interview Mark. More... Release Your Inner MAYhem As a writer and intuitive, I am intrigued with words. Words flow through us constantly, wandering and weaving, staying and leaving. Every once in a while, one just sticks to me, and I am urged to write about it...words about a word! That word today is may. Living The Good Life: Has it really been eight years since the birth of New Spirit Journal? Yes! And in that period of time we have gone from zero readers to 55,000, from zero distribution locations to 650, from not knowing how to build websites to having a thriving web design business, and from one book published to four (two in Spanish) and several CDs and MP3 programs, retreats, classes, and a mentoring business. Mega Change: Navigating Predictable Unpredictability by Patricia Kelley One of the most important things you can do is to adapt an attitude that change is good, even when it looks bad from your view. Change is good. It is a building block of expanding life. In fact, we exist because of evolutionary growth and the change it drives. Our Animal Friends: Do’s and Don’ts with Dogs and Kids by Martha Norwalk After visiting a new friend recently, I realized that I could not conclude this series about children and our animal friends without covering a few more bases. What I watched going on in this household between and a young boy and the mom’s new chihuahua is a perfect place to begin. Your Livelihood: “What You Have, We Want” by Rebecca B. Cooper This is your livelihood calling. I know many job seekers, displaced or disillusioned people who have found that their livelihoods were crumbling down around them as the world endures a sea change and industries break apart to create new and sometimes unfamiliar solutions. It’s Not Easy Being Divine and Human! by Ragini Elizabeth Michaels Kermit the Frog thinks being green is challenging. He'd be stupefied if he had to meet the challenge of being both divine and human. How We Die Matters by Lani Leary I believe that how we die matters. It matters to the person who is dying; to those of us as survivors who are left behind to grieve; and it matters to the next generation who need to learn what it means to be part of humanity. All's Well: Are Your Allergies Getting You Down? Are you sneezing or experiencing congestion, swollen and itchy eyes, itchy ears, prolific mucous secretions and rashes? Allergy season may be intensified for many people and is likely to extend through the summer. Many are struggling with allergies to pollen, trees and grass. As we enter into summer there will be more particulate matter in the air creating smog and consequently lung irritation for many. Everybody’s Name is Earl - Apologies and Forgiveness by Ariele M. Huff Words of remorse and forgiveness have in common with those expressing gratitude and affection that they don't sound sincere unless they are. Insincere apologies, absolutions, appreciation, or vows of love feel deceptive, suggest a hidden agenda to manipulate or placate. Since such inner states cannot be forced, are there ways to bring them about? Chakra Talk: Personal Power: The Key Aspect of the Lumbar Chakra The third of the seven major chakras running along the spine is the lumbar chakra, located near the navel and solar plexus. The third chakra is about power – personal power – and it's associated with the fire element. Engaging third chakra fire energy ignites will and determination while promoting positive qualities like self-trust, self-respect, self-love, self-confidence, enthusiasm, and courage. Spirituality: How and Why We Connect by Jacob Caldwell Spirituality almost seems like a new concept that has entered the world and the definition of what it is may still be unclear. Religion is easy: if I attend a place at a certain time, say that I am one of them, and say the things that I should say, go to a couple of popular holiday celebrations, then I could say I am religious. I think in this current time and space this way of thinking has led many people away from religions and God. It has been hijacked by fear and obligation with little meaning behind, "Why am I doing this and what is it for?" The Keepers of Ancient Wisdom by Kelly Probst African and Asian elephants existing today are the sole remnants of a remarkable evolutionary emanation. These majestic, ancient, and spiritually complex mammals have evolved over millions of years and possess much of life's evolutionary and bio-genetic information, making them the keepers of original wisdom; they hold the memory of ancient migratory routes, many of life's first medicinal and herbal plant life and a record of environmental adaptation. Happiness Guru’s Rx: Six Weeks by William Wittmann, M.Ed., L.M.P. Would you believe the happiest people in the world if they revealed their prescription for happiness? Most Americans don't. Because you read New Spirit Journal, you already know more money and longer work weeks lead nowhere. The happiest people in the world take six weeks of vacation per year. On average Americans take eight to 16 days/year. To be happier, figure out how to get six weeks off. Then take them. On the Bookshelf: Book, Media and Product Reviews by Krysta Gibson New in the Audio LibraryVisit our Audio Library to hear some interviews with teachers, authors, and others who have something to say that you will like to hear. Below, hear our most recent interview with Mark Nepo, Robin Maynard-Dobbs, Kelly Probst, and Nayaswami Padma McGilloway.
Mark Nepo Writer, poet, teacher Mark Nepo has been interviewed by Oprah Winfrey and shares his wisdom in this interview. Listen as he talks about how his challenge with cancer 30 years ago helped him become who he is and hear the advice he has for aspiring authors. (26 minutes)www.marknepo.com
Brenda Miller Life Coach and Spiritual Teacher What is the difference between a life coach, a counselor, and a mentor? Listen in as Brenda Miller explains the difference. She also talks about the concepts of Radical Awareness and Radical Forgiveness. (23 minutes) www.brendamiller.org
Kelly Probst Elephant Advocate Did you know that elephants are in danger of becoming extinct? Did you know that it is because of poaching due to their ivory? Kelly Probst gives us some timely information and shares how we can get involved in saving the elephants. (21 minutes) www.elephantadvocacy.org
Robin Maynard-Dobbs CC CHT Certified Hypnotherapist; licensed Facilitator of Eating Awareness Training Robin Maynard-Dobbs Specializes in helping clients who want to come to peace with their body image and feel relaxed and at ease around food. In this interview she talks about the processes she uses with her clients and gives some practical ideas that can be applied right away. (24 minutes) www.awareeating.com
Nayaswami Padma McGilloway Minister and Spiritual Director at Ananda Seattle Is there a place for women and feminine energy within the Eastern guru traditions? Krysta Gibson met with Padma McGilloway to ask her this question as it relates to the Ananda Church of Self-Realization in Seattle. Ananda follows the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda and his line of gurus — all men. What are women to think when they see the photos of these five men — and no women — when they visit an Ananda church? (15 minutes) www.anandaseattle.org
Good Company Network Lunch First and third Tuesday of each month Looking for a great way to connect and network? Good Company is a monthly networking lunch for people to learn together while also helping one another grow their businesses. These people (we call them "PPI's" or People of Positive Influence) are trying to live their lives in such a way that they bring a positive influence wherever they go and whatever they do. Krysta's Top Ten Ways to Sabotage Your Success in 2012by Krysta Gibson 10. Do not change any of your habits. Are your habits helping you or hurting you? In order to make the changes you say you want in your life, it might be necessary to make adjustments to your habitual way of doing things. If you really want to sabotage your success, stay attached to the way you do things now and refuse to change any of your habits.
Living by Grace with the Relationship Guides
On their radio show The Relationship Guides, Rob and Janelle Alex, Ph.D., offer expert advice about all aspects of relationships: emotional, mental, sexual and spiritual. Join New Spirit Journal publisher Krysta Gibson on this episode of the show and learn about ways we can live by grace, be in touch with our higher soul, and make spirituality practical in our everyday lives.
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