New Dimensions

In this very practical approach, from a Buddhist perspective, Dzoghen Ponlop Rinpoche leads us to the key to understanding life and death: understanding the mind. He explains, “The original state of our mind and consciousness is totally free and full of compassion. It's like someone sitting on a heap of garbage piled on top of some land under which there is a tremendous treasure."Tags: Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, Bardo, pain, fear, Karmapa, time space, emptiness, paradox, fantasy, anger, mind, Buddhism, Spirituality

Sylvia Boorstein shares her insights on how we can be more accepting of the negative patterns in our minds, and find happiness regardless of the challenges we face. As one of the most beloved American teachers of Buddhism, she brings warmth, humor, and real-life honesty to the principles of mindfulness and spiritual practice. Tags: MP3, Sylvia Boorstein, Peace, Meditation,  Kindness,  compassion,  four noble truths,  4 noble truths,  eightfold path, Work, Livelihood, Buddhism, Peace, Non-Violence

Physicist F. David Peat points out there is something deeper at work in the universe and in our personal lives than chance or even rational thought. Through his stories he explores the relationship between science, art, creativity, and culture.Tags: David Peat, synchronicity, science, radio, quantum, philosophy, music, listening, Jung, F. Dave Peat, dialogue, David Bohm, consciousness, chaos

Ervin Laszlo talks about politics, economics, culture, consciousness, ecology, sustainability, and spirituality, all with the deftness of one who understands the unfolding of universes as well as the nature of particulate matter.Tags: Ervin Laszlo, mind, integral systems, music, sustainability, beliefs, chaos, unsustainability, universal science, cosmos, material world, evolution, politics, economics, culture, consciousness, complexity, ecology, interconnection, interdependent, physics, community, Science, Philosophy, Spiritually    

Needleman’s portraits of Washington, Jefferson and other famous historical figures ignites our imagination, and instills in us a deep reverence and appreciation for the unwavering vision that was necessary to establish our government.Tags: Jacob Needleman, Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Jefferson, American forefathers, Bill of Rights, America, Iroquois Confederacy, American Constitution, Nation, Slavery, Native American genocide, George Washington, Term of Presidency, America's founding principles, racism, founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin,  Philosophy, History, Social Change/Politics, Indigenous Wisdom, Spirituality

How do our thoughts create our lives and impact others? How can we shield ourselves from the harmful thoughts and emotions of others? What do the words “abra kadabra” actually mean? How can sticky notes assist us in calming anger? Join this shamanic teacher and author to find out.Tags: alchemy, intention, decrees, transmute energy, shamanic nature, reaction, reflection, Blue Egg, healing, personal transformation, psychology, self help, Sandra Ingerman, Self Help, Personal Transformation, Psychology

Bedrick is a practitioner of Process Oriented Psychology. This branch of psychology acknowledges the diversity that exists in humankind and does not attempt to “normalize” clients to fit a certain mold. Eschewing labels, it differs from much of mainstream psychology as it follows the energy and allows the client to reveal their own cure or medicine.Tags: David Bedrick, identified patient, family systems, scapegoats, process oriented psychology, psychology, Dr. Phil, ADHD, compromise, shame, losing weight, dieting, Psychology, Personal Transformation, Self Help

How might we rapidly accelerate our creativity and contributions to the world? Jonas Koffler says it is never too late to explore our innate talents and unearth hidden opportunities, and tells us that the first thing to do is to break free of self-inflicted friction that is fear-based, lacks courage, and has a sense that we’re not worthy as we hustle our way to recharging our life and creativity.Tags: Jonas Koffler, curiosity, luck, creative synthesis, pattern recognition, creative momentum, entrepreneur, Nirvan Mullick, Caine’s Arcade, inspiration, hustle, debt, perfection, adaptive resilience, learned blindness, learned helplessness, Martin Seligman, personal opportunity portfolio, Art & Creativity, Personal Transformation, Self Help

This dialogue blends the scientific study of cells with the mystical mystery they contain. We learn that cells can be our teachers, that they need community to survive, and how our emotions affect our cells. If we are worried or fearful, the body prepares us to fight or flight. The more we understand how our cells work, the more effectively we can live our lives.Tags: Sondra Barrett, cells, guided imagery, Belleruth Naparstek, community, Qigong, tai chi, epigenetics, spirals, Science, Health & Healing, Shamanism, Spirituality

This dialogue with Robyn Posin, Ph.D. explores how we may become more consistently gentle, more kind, and more tender with ourselves in this mad-paced world. How may we develop the habit of listening to that little voice inside that is so often ignored in the name of expediency?  She suggests some words we may use to coax this “little one” to come out and be heard.Tags: Robyn Posin, abandoning ourselves, anger, gentle with ourselves, rush, belly wisdom, safe container, grief, gut feeling, listening, little voices inside, Paul Rebillot, personal Altar, portable altar, nurture, sadness, procrastination, efficiency, effectiveness, efficient, effective, caretaking, deep listening, re-parenting, inner voice, Psychology, Health, Healing, Self Help, Personal Transformation