BOOK: The Lord Is My Shepherd: Healing Wisdom of the Twenty-third Psalm, by Harold S. Kushner. The Twenty-third Psalm is perhaps the most memorized chapter of the Bible.
The Lord Is My Shepherd
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The Living Gita
BOOK: The Living Gita: The Complete Bhagavad Gita, by Sri Swami Satchidananda – Part of the epic poem of the Mahabharata, the Bhagavad Gita is a classic scripture of ancient India. Translated as “Song of God,” it offers a great story which prompts you to think about your own inner guru.
A Course in Miracles
BOOK: A Course in Miracles, by Foundation for Inner Peace – “Nothing real can be threatened. Nothing unreal exists. Herein lies the peace of God.” That is how A Course in Miracles begins. Although it is based on a Christian interpretation of the Bible, the Course deals with universal spiritual themes such as compassion.
Old Stone Farm
THE BUZZ: On Friday, September 21st, 2012, I was hanging out with the horses (and people) at the Old Stone Farm. I was interviewing Global Change Scholars – women from around the world who were selected by the Omega Institute for Holistic Studies for their empowering work.
Part II – Conversation with Sharon Gannon on “Yoga, Life & Being Vegan”
LIVE LONG: What is the relationship between yoga and transformation? How can what you eat affect how you live? I continue my conversation with the co-founder of the Jivamukti Yoga Method, Sharon Gannon.
Omega’s Being Yoga Conference
THE BUZZ: On August 17th and 18th, 2012, I attended Omega’s 2012 Being Yoga Conference Retreat at their beautiful Rhinebeck, New York campus. Just two hours from Manhattan by train, Omega is a wonderful place for renewal. The setting is serene, the food is healthy and delicious, and all of the programs are focused on self-development.
Treat Yourself to Life
BOOK: Treat Yourself to Life, by Raymond Charles Barker – This little book was one of the classic texts in my mom’s library (I actually still have her original copy). It explains how, through spiritual mind treatment, you can deliberately impress the subconscious with a creative idea so that it can manifest.
The God Memorandum
BOOK: The God Memorandum, by Og Mandino – This little book is a treasure by one of my favorite authors. Just 96 pages, it is packed with inspiration. In his signature poetic style, Og Mandino offers encouragement and hope for those who may be lacking self-esteem or motivation.
The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali
BOOK: The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, Commentary by Sri Swami Satchidananda – The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is the primary text of Raja Yoga – the path of concentration and meditation. I first read it during my yoga teacher training and continue to reference it. The Sutras, or thought-threads, are at least 4,000 years old and cover the yogic teachings on ethics, meditation, and physical postures. They also provide guidance for dealing with situations in everyday life.
The Power of… JOY
JOY. What makes your spirit smile? Are you experiencing at least one instance of pure joy every day? Do you regularly share acts of kindness? It’s been said that pleasure is in the body, happiness is in the mind, and joy is in the heart. Both pleasure and happiness are fleeting. Joy, on the other hand, is a fruit of the Spirit – a deep-in-the-soul feeling.
