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I often find myself humming the song "Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me"... usually when I find myself stressed or upset with someone or something. There is so much truth in that expression... whatever we desire in the "outside world", it must start with us... And this week, as usual, our articles are focused on assisting us to create this world we dream of.
If our goal is "Intentionally Creating Favorable Change For Our World" then one of the first steps to take is "Connecting With and Reclaiming Your Navigational System" followed by "Searching for Heart in a World of Reason".
When we feel discouraged or sad, sometimes a good crying is needed as explained in "Using Your Tears to Build Joy from Sadness". And if you find yourself feeling judgmental about your family and acquaintances, this article may help you: "Acquisitive and Materialistic Family? Gaining Clarity About What Promotes Happiness".
And of course, we have additional articles focusing on a variety of topics from the Holy Grail to climate change. And Pam's weekly astrological journal is packed with great advice and information.
Wishing you enjoyable insightful reading, and of course a wonder-full, joy-full, and loving week.
Marie T. Russell
editor/publisher,
InnerSelf.com
"New Attitudes...New Possibilities"
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NEW ARTICLES THIS WEEK
Connecting With and Reclaiming Your Navigational System
Written by Suzanne Scurlock-Durana
No submarine could operate without its sonar, no driver without maps and signs. Yet most of us arrive at adulthood with many of our inner signal readers numbed out — or totally blocked.
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Searching for Heart in a World of Reason
Written by Jeff D. Nixa
In our lives there are two great sources of information for perceiving and navigating the world available to us: the rational, analytical way of the mind, and the soulful felt sense of the heart. Of these two, the conscious mind completely dominates our modern...
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Intentionally Creating Favorable Change For Our World
Written by Nan Moss with David Corbin
The longevity and genius of shamanism is that, in part, it is not hidebound to methodology. As such, shamanism is always metamorphosing as it evolves in response to the current, always-changing circumstances of the world (like the weather!).
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Using Your Tears to Build Joy from Sadness
Written by Jude Bijou, M.A., M.F.T.
Sadness is a natural reaction to hurts and losses. When not expressed constructively, it silently eats at your heart until joy has to pack its bags and move out.
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Acquisitive and Materialistic Family? Gaining Clarity About What Promotes Happiness
Written by Eric Maisel
Things do not make us happy — and even if they could, living for happiness is not our objective. Living with purpose makes a person happier than trying to be happy!
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What Exactly Is The Holy Grail – And Why Has Its Meaning Eluded Us For Centuries?
by Leah Tether, University of Bristol
Type “Holy Grail” into Google and … well, you probably don’t need me to finish that sentence. The sheer multiplicity of what any search engine throws up demonstrates that there is no clear consensus as to what the Grail is or was.
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How To Calm Your Emotions
by Sandra Knispel-University Of Rochester
Being by yourself—even for just 15 minutes—may decrease your strong positive and negative emotions, and instead reduce…
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar Really A Wonder Food?
by Rosemary Stanton, UNSW
Folk medicine has favoured apple cider vinegar for centuries and many claims are made for its supposed benefits.
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Are We Forgetting What Nature Really Means
by Kim Eckart-University Of Washington
Places that make you feel “in nature,” such as parks, beaches, and campgrounds, are likely different than those that…
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The Psychology Of Black Friday – How Pride And Regret Influence Spending
by Shalini Vohra, Sheffield Hallam University
Black Friday is upon us once again. Deals for cut-price clothes, televisions, appliances – you name it – are popping…
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Real Reasons Why Parents Struggle With Children's Portion Sizes
by Kristina Curtis, Coventry University
Parents are repeatedly told to watch what they are feeding their children, but they must also keep a keen eye on how…
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Can Cities Get Smarter About Extreme Weather?
by Clark Miller, Arizona State University; et al.
Remember the movie “Moneyball”? The Oakland A’s are struggling, financially and on the baseball field.Then they…
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How To Overcome Phallus Obsessed, Toxic Masculinity
by Stephen Linstead, University of York and Garance Maréchal, University of Liverpool
Masculinity is often, these days, described as “toxic”. In May, Hillary Clinton spoke at a gala where “toxic…
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Will Technology and Robots Take Your Job?
by David Fagan, Queensland University of Technology
We all want to know how many jobs will be threatened by the rise of robots and technology. You might feel vulnerable if…
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How Very Low-calorie Diets Reverse Diabetes
by Ziba Kashef-Yale University
New research clarifies the mechanisms by which caloric restriction rapidly reverses type 2 diabetes. One in three…
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People With Depression Report Wanting To Work Out
by Sarina Gleason-Michigan State University
Mental health providers may want to take a closer look at including exercise in their patients’ treatment plans, a new…
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Millions, Billions, Trillions: How To Make Sense Of Numbers In The News
by Andrew D. Hwang, College of the Holy Cross
National discussions of crucial importance to ordinary citizens – such as funding for scientific and medical research, bailouts of financial institutions and the current Republican tax proposals – inevitably involve dollar figures in the millions, billions and trillions.
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Americans Agree About What Makes Them Feel Loved
by Katie Bohn-Penn State University
People in the United States may largely agree about what gestures and actions make them feel most loved. In a new…
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Feeling Guilty About Drinking? Well, Ask The Saints
by Michael Foley, Baylor University
Each year the holidays bring with them an increase in both the consumption of alcohol and concern about drinking’s…
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The Dangers And Potential Of Natural Opioid Kratom
by Michael White, University of Connecticut
Given the opioid addiction crisis, it would seem preposterous that an opioid is legal for use in the United States and can be purchased at tea stores, convenience stores, over the internet and, yes, even from vending machines.
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Why Climate Change Requires Anti-Smoking Tactics
by Simon Dalby, Wilfrid Laurier University
Infectious diseases are spreading faster due to warmer temperatures, hunger and malnourishment is worsening, allergy…
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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.
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