Acts Of Kindness Create An Upward Spiral Out Of Depression. A growing body of research shows that doing small acts of kindness help create an upward spiral out of depression. One of the marks of depression is not having a substantial amount of positive feelings. When we focus on others we forget about our [...]
Birth, Old Age, Sickness and Death There is physical pain we cannot avoid and then the mental suffering associated to that pain. The Buddha taught that there are certain situations each sentient being will meet in life: birth, old age, sickness and death. These four situations reveal an important truth about reality; everything changes. Within this [...]
A Picture Perfect Christmas Many people, including myself, have very mixed feelings about Christmas and the holiday season. Growing up and discovering the truth behind Santa and his helper elves can be disappointing for children. Letting go of fantasies about reality is really a part of growing up. However, for parents and adults it [...]
Are GMOs really that safe to eat? Genetically modified crops have been around since 1996 and today they account for about 70 percent of the crops produced. A study conducted in Canada shows that one of the chemicals in GMO corn is found in pregnant women and also in their fetus. Tom Philpott explores what [...]
All the hype about green tea has gotten me wondering about my morning cup-o-joe. What is really more beneficial; green tea or coffee? Should I pack-up my trusted French press and move in the hand-made Japanese tea pot? Here is a list of the pro’s and con’s of each: green tea Green Tea Benefits of [...]
Kelley Harrell: Supersize Chi: The Spiritual Cost of Overconsumption.