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Alice and the Journey of Life
Alice and Life's Journey May 2003 Letters on Life #8 "I can't believe that!" said Alice. "Can't you?" the Queen said in a pitying tone. "Try again: draw a long breath, and shut your eyes." Alice laughed. "There's no use trying," she said. "One...
STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR 2004: The Rest of the Story
Perhaps you are like many of the people I talk to who have moved on from the stress of the holidays and are now feeling the stress of everyday life. Would you really like to reduce or even eliminate some of the stress rather than just “manage” it?...
The Leadership Development Plan
Many people are born leaders, yet the ability to lead is actually an art and an amazing collection of skills, which can be learned and sharpened through a series of daily habits and activities. The following ten keys will provide the foundation...
The Power of Beliefs
Copyright 2005 Ann Ronan
Your beliefs shape your life. How's your life right now? Any areas you'd like to change? If there are, you have the key - your beliefs. Even more amazing is that it's really not that tough to change your beliefs. It can...
Two Minutes To Stress Reduction And Relaxation
This exercise is designed to cleanse your body of stress and
tension. It's a variation of deep breathing exercises often
associated with Yoga and Meditation. If you haven't looked into
deep breathing exercises, you may want to research them, as...
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Be Like Jane and Learn What It Is To Meditate
Copyright 2005 Paul Bunting
Meditation changes Jane's life in ways she never expected -
starting with the meditation part! Just like many people today,
Jane lived the typical American Life. She endlessly chased the
dream of having the perfect husband, the perfect job, driving
the perfect car, and perfect children so that she could be
happy. Although she constantly fell short of her expectations,
Jane pushed and prodded forward through many obstacles.
She bounced back after relationships, not stopping to think why
each new man seemed so much like the last one. She put in her
time at work and told herself she could relax later. She watched
TV, read books, and went out with her friends as much as
possible in her free time.
Years passed, and Jane wondered if her life was ever going to
"take off" and move in the direction she so desperately wanted.
Then in her mid 30s Jane started to wonder seek answers about
many things.
As much as Jane sought answers to ending her uneasiness in life,
she came up short. Happiness eluded her with a string of
unfulfilling relationships, a job she despised, and a home that
didn't have the warmth the so desperately wanted.
Not knowing what else to do Jane got in her car and started
driving out of town. She had no idea where she was going to end
up, or how she was going to get there but that was ok. In fact,
anywhere except where she was, was ok with her at that point.
Driving with a worried mind caused Jane to lose her way so she
pulled over to ask direction from an old house on a hill that
stood in front of her. Nervous and not knowing what else to do,
Jane knocked on the door hoping she would be greeted and
accepted with warmth and compassion.
After a few minutes of waiting with fading hope, she herd gentle
footsteps sounding as if they were coming from a winding
stairway inside. An old woman opened the door. Jane stood in awe
of this woman with long flowing grey hair that looked as if she
wore no time. The woman emanated a feeling of calmness that
reached into Jane's sole and brought a tear to her eye. The
timeless old woman just watched as Jane started to
uncontrollably cry.
After Jane regained her composure, she nervously tried to
explain to the woman why she was there - only to be stopped mid
sentence by the woman who spoke as if she did not even move her
mouth; "I have been expecting you for a while now, so glad you
could make it. Follow me; I have something to show
you."
With that, the old woman led Jane through the house into a lush
garden beaming with the life of plants Jane had never seen
before. "Sit" Jane sat and felt herself lighten. The old woman
moved with a grace and precision Jane had never experienced
before. She led Jane to an empty patch in the garden and dipped
her porcelain-like hand into a pocket and asks Jane to open her
hand.
Awestruck, Jane opened her hand as the old woman gently gave her
five seeds, and then spoke -
"Every plant in this garden started with a seed very similar to
the ones you now hold. Each seed contains a BluePrint for a
life. When you place the seeds into the ground and allow the
world to fulfill it's destiny to give life, the seeds will grow,
and eventually each will fulfill its own destiny.
Under no circumstances will the plant try to avoid doing what it
is here to do. The plant will graciously accept whatever
circumstance it sprouts roots into. The plant will not try to
control its environment, and it will not attempt to become more
secure. The plant will only offer love, and it will never
deviate from its destiny. Its existence is pure bliss"
Jane felt something inside of her shifting as she held the
seeds. She realized how her life was similar to that of the
seeds. She suddenly realized her struggles rooted from her wants
and expectations. Just as she wondered where to go next the old
woman spoke again -
"To find happiness you only have to let go. Do not try to chase
your thoughts away; instead allow them so they may reveal your
unhappiness to you. Sit and follow each thought without allowing
your mind to wonder to the other thoughts that follow. This will
require practice and persistence.
Follow each thought and ask yourself what that thought comes
from: Does it lead to wanting to control something, wanting to
be more secure, seeking acceptance, or all three? When you
discover the source of thought; notice how you feel, and just
let go of that feeling. You will fulfill your destiny this way -
your destiny of unending happiness!"
Just as mysteriously as the timeless old woman appeared, she was
gone. Jane found herself back in her car going home. On that
day, Jane learned what it was to meditate!
About the author:
Paul Bunting founded the Bryn Marr Institute - which offers
certification in Hypnosis and Life Coaching via home study. For
additional information or to contact the author visit
http://www.brynmarrinstitute.com
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Learning Meditation Home Page |
Introduction to the basics of meditation and the reduction of stress. |
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Meditation Room |
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Meditation - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
An introduction to different traditions, forms, techniques, and benefits. Includes links to other resources. |
en.wikipedia.org |
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World Wide Online Meditation Center |
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Vipassana Meditation Website |
Homepage of the organization which offers Vipassana Meditation courses as taught by SN Goenka. |
www.dhamma.org |
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Welcome to Meditation Mount |
Meditation training programs and group meditation as a service to humanity. Worldwide organization based in Ojai, California. |
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Meditation Station Presented By The Meditation Society Of America |
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Wildmind | Learn Meditation Online |
Wildmind provides a complete guide to simple meditation techniques. |
www.wildmind.org |
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Meditation |
An article By Dr Tom J. Chalko explaining the process and stressing the need for a spiritual teacher. |
www.thiaoouba.com |
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Free Learn to Meditate, online meditation - Meditation Australia. |
Details of activities, events, and classes in Wollongong University, Australia. Also offer a free online Meditation course. |
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Meditation, Home, what is meditation, types of meditation ... |
Meditation Meditation is an alternative therapy. It can be broadly classified under the mind-body medicine. More and more doctors are prescribing meditation ... |
1stholistic.com |
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Sivananda Yoga - Meditation |
Introduction to the Official Web site of the Internationa Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers. Lots of information on Jnana Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Raja Yoga, ... |
www.sivananda.org |
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Stress Reducers: Articles index |
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www.selfhelpmagazine.com |
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Zen Mountain Monastery: Zen Meditation Instructions |
Detailed instructions from Zen Mountain Monastery on how to practice Zen meditation. |
www.mro.org |
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Meditation and concentration |
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Siddha Yoga path - Gurumayi - Swami Muktananda founder |
Under the guidance and teachings of Gurumayi Chidvilasananda, Siddha Yoga meditation students embrace the spiritual practices of yoga. |
www.siddhayoga.org |
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Meditation Handbook |
Survey of seven meditation techniques for beginners. |
home.att.net |
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Healing Products offers healing music for your Mind, Body & Soul at low prices. Use sound and music to heal and relax. |
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