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  • On Criticizing People

    I wrote a story that I absolutely love.  The process of writing the story felt magical.  I did not have an outline or a story line.  I just had that first moment of fascination with an idea and every time I worked on it I sat in front of the computer and the story just…

  • Bodhisattva in the Metro

    This is a great, great video.  It will instantly lift your spirits.  Turn your volume up and play it. This material is protected by Copyright Law. We are freely sharing it with you with the hope of inspiring you and bringing light to your life. © Copyright 2009, Rethnea. All rights reserved.

  • The Three Frogs

    Once upon a time there were three frogs.  They were jumping around until all of a sudden all three felt into a well.  The frogs jumped trying to get out but they couldn’t – the well was very deep.  The frogs continued jumping and making noise.  Two other frogs heard the noise and came to…

  • An Interview With Elliot Matsu

    photo by Effi Cohen We were very fortunate to interview Elliot Matsu. Elliot Matsu is one of the most exciting underground artists out there with his songs that speak to your soul, candid writing and instantly recognizable voice.  To get the full experience of immersing yourself in Elliot’s amazing music while reading our interview, click here…

  • How to Detox Your Body

    Edgar Cayce, a prominent 20th century psychic, recommends an apple diet for detoxing your body.  Edgar Cayce says that people should not eat raw apples, however, he advises that we eat raw apples as a purification routine.  Here are some excerpts from his readings which describe the raw apple diet: “No raw apples; or if…

  • To Kill a Snake

    It was a beautiful Saturday morning and we were sitting outside drinking coffee.  It was one of the first days of summer and we were in the country.  The sprawling views of hills and meadows before us were breathtaking.  The air was filled with the aroma of the forest around us.  I decided to take…

  • Where Do I Go From Here

    A few days ago LostInTranslation left the following comment on the Congratulations! post: “I wish I could find the courage to stop “working” in order to pursue a passion, but find it very difficult to give up on the financial comfort and security that my job gives me.” It was really inspiring how in response…

  • On Holding Out

    My sweetheart and I were driving back to New York City from out of town. As we approached our exit, we were talking about how great it would be if we could find a parking spot right in front of our building. I decided to put thought into action. “Let’s put our intention out there…

  • Money Grows On Trees

          Growing up I used to hear that money does not grow on trees.   How narrow-minded and wrong were those people!  Money does grow on trees!       Image: Money Tree, a Creative Commons Attribution photo from mr_blue_don’s Flickr stream         Image: Money does grow on trees, a…