The Secret Of The Masters. It was Aleister Crowley who made a profound observation that I have always remembered from the time I first read it. He pointed out that there is one - and only one thing - in common in the lives of Jesus Christ, the Buddha, Mohammed, Moses and other great spiritual teachers. Apart from this, their lives and teachings were totally different. So too were the people they preached to and the message they taught. However, there is one unique experience that they all shared in exactly the same way. Think for a moment what it might be. I won't keep you in suspense. Silence.
When they returned from the place of silence and solitude, they came with FIRE! Perhaps none of us will start a major world faith or would even wish to. Now, from this dramatic comparison of the lives of the Spiritual Masters, we have a strong hint of how to get there ourselves. If you need any more persuading, consider the following from some of the greatest minds that have ever been: Pascal Galileo Buddha Aristotle. 40 Belief-Shaking Remarks From a Ruthless Nonconformist. If there’s one thing Friedrich Nietzsche did well, it’s obliterate feel-good beliefs people have about themselves. He has been criticized for being a misanthrope, a subvert, a cynic and a pessimist, but I think these assessments are off the mark.
I believe he only wanted human beings to be more honest with themselves. He did have a remarkable gift for aphorism — he once declared, “It is my ambition to say in ten sentences what others say in a whole book.” A hundred years after his death, Nietzsche retains his disturbing talent for turning a person’s worldview upside-down with one jarring remark. Even today his words remain controversial. They hit nerves. Here are 40 unsympathetic statements from the man himself. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. More of Nietzsche’s genius here.
Have a lot on your mind? 1305164166173_f.jpg (JPEG Image, 500 × 375 pixels) 20 life-changing realizations from the world’s youngest VC. Alex Banayan is a 19-year-old associate at San Francisco-based venture capital firm Alsop Louie Partners. His upcoming book will feature 25 of the world’s most successful people and reveal the little things they did to propel their careers. He previously wrote about the five traits of radically successful people. With only a few days left being a teenager, just thinking about what happened this past year gives me chills. Before I continue, I have to warn you: this post is not for everyone. And this isn’t a tech-focused post, either. I’m writing this for that person out there who needs that extra reminder that anything is possible.
The Transformation This past year has been a whirlwind of life-changing events, but I don’t take credit for any of it. To give you some insight on what happened to me, I’ll share with you a few things that show how my life was a year ago and what it’s like now. A year ago I was 40lbs heavier and I couldn’t run for more than 10 minutes. The Lessons Learned. 9 Year Old Rocks Hand drum. [Highly Recommended] Terence McKenna - Unfolding the Stone. The Top 10 Relationship Words That Aren't Translatable Into English | Marriage 3.0. Here are my top ten words, compiled from online collections, to describe love, desire and relationships that have no real English translation, but that capture subtle realities that even we English speakers have felt once or twice.
As I came across these words I’d have the occasional epiphany: “Oh yeah! That’s what I was feeling...” Mamihlapinatapei (Yagan, an indigenous language of Tierra del Fuego): The wordless yet meaningful look shared by two people who desire to initiate something, but are both reluctant to start. Oh yes, this is an exquisite word, compressing a thrilling and scary relationship moment. It’s that delicious, cusp-y moment of imminent seduction. Yuanfen (Chinese): A relationship by fate or destiny. From what I glean, in common usage yuanfen means the "binding force" that links two people together in any relationship. But interestingly, “fate” isn’t the same thing as “destiny.” Retrouvailles (French): The happiness of meeting again after a long time. Funny Philosophy Quotes | Philosophy Quotes.
Excerpts from "How to be Perfect" by Ron Padgett. Wednesday May 30, 2012 Listen Download E-mail Share Excerpts from "How to be Perfect" by Ron Padgett Get some sleep. Eat an orange every morning. Excerpts from "How to be Perfect" by Ron Padgett, from How to be Perfect. © Coffee House Press, 2007. It was on this day in 1849 that Henry David Thoreau (books by this author) self-published A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers, his first book. Thoreau had always been the introverted and studious one, while John was gregarious and fun-loving.
Thoreau said: "To affect the quality of the day, that is the highest of arts. And, "I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived. " It's the birthday of Harlem poet Countee Cullen (books by this author) , mostly likely born in New York City or Lexington, Kentucky, in 1903. Be well, do good work, and keep in touch. Psychic Experience by Ace Ventura - Presto.fm. Wise Thoughts. Thucydides. 18 Rules of Living by the Dalai Lama. Popular Quotes. A Bite of Buddhism. The four sublime mental states are qualities of mind that we cultivate in order to alleviate the suffering we experience in everyday life and to feel more connected to others—and the worries and fears we all share.
In the language of the Buddha (Pali), they are called the brahma viharas , which means "the dwelling place of awakened beings. " The good news for us unawakened beings is that it's easy to begin cultivating the brahma viharas . Indeed, they are an integral part of other religious, spiritual, and humanistic traditions. I present them here with a distinctly Buddhist "flavor. " Metta . The traditional translation for metta is lovingkindness. I like to think of metta as the simple act of well-wishing. Sylvia once said that she practices metta by just looking at a person and silently saying, "I love you.
" Karuna . The Vietnamese Zen master, Thich Nhat Hanh, helped me learn to cultivate compassion for myself. Mudita . Upekkha . 33 Ways To Stay Creative. Youtube Documentaries - Mobile. Revolution. God is in The Neurons. God is in The Neurons submitted by Matt / download it in 720p, 1080p and iPhone formats at Twitter: Facebook: Reese on Twitter: Full soundtrack at (who did the amazing original soundtrack) Related links that can help in understanding God is in The Neurons: (Neuroscience related:) YouTube – Part 4 – Phantoms In The Brain (Episode 1) YouTube – Part 5 – Phantoms In The Brain (Episode 1) Where is consciousness? Share on Facebook Stumble It Post a comment Thoughts? You must be logged in to post a comment. More Videos Get Inspired – Best Inspirational Quotes J Krishnamurti on Choiceless Awareness and Thought Rob Beats Word Up [3/19/2014] Ji Ben Qi Gong 基本氣功 (Fundamental Exercises) Wizards only, fools.
The 10 Types of Writers' Block (and How to Overcome Them) j03Evz2wQcrGD.jpg (JPEG Image, 780 × 512 pixels) Love is a temporary madness; 6 Questions That Will Make You Fee Peaceful and Complete. “The best place to find a helping hand is at the end of your own arm.” ~Swedish Proverb When I was in my mid-twenties an unhealthy relationship with an unhealthy guy sent me packing off to the corner of New Mexico to find myself. In a new age, self-discovery kind of world—a hubbub of a town filled with people in transition—I was graced to meet many powerful healers, gurus, shamans, and teachers.
I became a workshop junkie. I went on Shamanic power journeys to spiritual centers around the world, chanted with Indian gurus, and became a certified yoga instructor and Reiki master. I got rolfed, (and got more intense body-work by thick-boned Maoris) and rebirthed with conscious breath work. I studied parapsychology and quantum dynamics, did past-life regressions, memorized mantras, unraveled koans, and collected crystals and tarot cards.
I know. I was a perpetual seeker. Even though my unhealthy relationship was dysfunctional, that man gave me a gift that I wouldn’t discover for years. 1. 2. 30DrSeuss_quotes.jpg (JPEG Image, 620 × 1900 pixels) Buddha+Message.jpg (JPEG Image, 1194 × 728 pixels) - Scaled (84%)