Positive Media
| "Happiness is when what you think, what you say,
and what you do are in harmony."
-- Mahatma Gandhi
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Tune your Mind to the Positive, the Second Principle of Power Living®, has to do with tuning your mental energy to create positive manifestations, achieve focus and spur inspiration. In the Power Living® Practice, we share various ways to do this, from meditation and breathing techniques to strategic eating and productivity planning. Another part of the practice involves feeding your mind through fundamental reading - the study of truth-seeking writings, from ancient, sacred texts to modern philosophies. With DVD and CD technology, this now also includes what we're calling, "Positive Media."
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I love watching movies and even worked in film development at Universal Studios. I'll still go out and catch the latest popular film with my nephew. However, when I'm at home I tend to focus on content that offers historical knowledge or a new thought-provoking perspective. In addition to the books on the fundamental reading list, there are some media which make the cut in terms of supporting The Power Living® Practice. Our intention is to showcase them here. Instead of watching a re-run of a TV show, pop in some Positive Media to enrich your mind.
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Gandhi DVD (1982), Director: Sir Richard Attenborough
There have been many pieces on Mohandas K. Gandhi in various media. This film is one of the best, winning 9 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Ben Kingsley. Kingsley was brilliant transforming from a young lawyer to the revered international leader who introduced the doctrine of nonviolent resistance to the colonized people of India and who ultimately gained the nation its independence. The three-hour film, also starring Candice Bergen and Martin Sheen, is entirely worth the time. It takes us through history and giving us insight into Gandhi's philosophy and character. If you want to be inspired by a true life of Purpose, view this film.
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Joseph Campbell Mythos 1 (1996) & 2 (1997)
If you are on a spiritual path and are interested in the similarities between all world religions, then you must become familiar with Joseph Campbell. Campbell's life's work was to explain the material of myth and the "one great story" of humanity. His work not only influenced the dialogue on religion, but also the arts. For example, George Lucas used his book "The Hero With A Thousand Faces" to write Star Wars. As seen on PBS, these lectures were filmed right before Campbell passed. From the myths of the American Indians to Tibetan Buddhism, he skillfully shows the themes that connect us all. It is a long series, but worth the time. If you want a briefer overview on Joseph Campbell himself, view "The Hero's Journey" DVD which is a biographical portrait. His perspective on life offers a gateway toward personal transformation.
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A Path to Happiness: A Guide to Living a Balanced Life (2006)
Imagine having a job centered around making other people happy. That is what His Holiness The Dalai Lama has spent his life doing - teaching people how to be happy and live with compassion. This DVD includes 4 hours of wisdom from His Holiness, including two talks on compassion and an introduction to the nature and benefits of meditation. He talks about many relevant issues to our world today such as the connection between science and religion, our need to look after our planet as our home and reduce weapons, and our universal responsibility to morality. If you are not familiar with his teachings, this is a good introduction no matter what your faith or spiritual orientation.
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