Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Monday, August 29, 2011
Inspiration: Miracles
"In thinking about miracles, I believe that our frame of reference has been too dramatic. We have been looking for the burning bush, the parting of the sea, the bellowing voice from heaven. Instead we should be looking at the ordinary day-to-day events in our lives for evidence of the miraculous, maintaining at the same time a scientific orientation."
M. Scott Peck on Miracles, from the Road Less Traveled.
Idea: M. Scott Peck on Science & Religion
"But by virtue of its success, measurement has become a kind of scientific idol. The result is an attitude on the part of many scientists of not only skepticism but outright rejection of what cannot be measured. It is as if they were to say, "What we cannot measure, we cannot know there is no point in worrying about what we cannot know; therefore, what cannot be measure is unimportant and unworthy of our observation. Because of this attitude many scientist exclude from their serious consideration all matters that are - or seem to be to0 intangible. Including, of course, the matter of God."
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Monday, August 22, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Inspiration: Any Journey is a Pilgrimage
Q: "What is the appeal of traveling and what do you receive from traveling? Are they reflected to your work? Please let us know what does traveling means to you?"
A: "I’m a pilgrim writer and that inevitably appears in the way my characters deals with space.
I’m in constant movement and very often I find that my characters need to equally find themselves in a journey.
I believe that we are constantly experiencing transformation and that’s why we need to let life guide us.
Every day is different, every day can have a magic moment, but we don’t see the opportunity, because we think: ‘Oh this is boring I’m just commuting to work.’
How many interesting people you are missing, just because our parents told us “don’t talk to strangers”?
You must get as much as you can from any journey, because – in the end – the journey is all you have. It doesn’t matter what you accumulate in terms of material wealth, because you are going to die anyway, so why not live?
You have to look at life itself is a pilgrimage. Therefore, start moving, start talking to strangers!"
-Paulo Coelho
A: "I’m a pilgrim writer and that inevitably appears in the way my characters deals with space.
I’m in constant movement and very often I find that my characters need to equally find themselves in a journey.
I believe that we are constantly experiencing transformation and that’s why we need to let life guide us.
Every day is different, every day can have a magic moment, but we don’t see the opportunity, because we think: ‘Oh this is boring I’m just commuting to work.’
How many interesting people you are missing, just because our parents told us “don’t talk to strangers”?
You must get as much as you can from any journey, because – in the end – the journey is all you have. It doesn’t matter what you accumulate in terms of material wealth, because you are going to die anyway, so why not live?
You have to look at life itself is a pilgrimage. Therefore, start moving, start talking to strangers!"
-Paulo Coelho
Idea: J.K. Rowling Presents 'Pottermore'
Adding on to the multi-billion dollar franchise, Pottermore will allow fans to explore the Harry Potter stories like never before and discover exclusive new writing from the author.
Registration starts soon and will be open to all in October.
Idea: 6 Double Standards We're All Guilty Of
6. PSAs Are About Other People, Not Us
5. We Are Considerate Drivers, Other People In Traffic/Line Are Jerks
4. Jokes About Other People's Favorite Things Are All in Fun, Jokes About Our Favorite Things Really Mean Something
3. Our Friends Are a Wacky Ensemble, Other People's Circle of Friends Are a Homogeneous Stereotype
2. Other People Are Influenced By Their Biases But We're Not
1. Other People Have Double Standards But We Don't
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5. We Are Considerate Drivers, Other People In Traffic/Line Are Jerks
4. Jokes About Other People's Favorite Things Are All in Fun, Jokes About Our Favorite Things Really Mean Something
3. Our Friends Are a Wacky Ensemble, Other People's Circle of Friends Are a Homogeneous Stereotype
2. Other People Are Influenced By Their Biases But We're Not
1. Other People Have Double Standards But We Don't
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Idea: Desigual Undie Party in Santa Monica, CA
First in Barcelona, then in Amsterdam and New York, now the daring Europeans are bringing the "Desigual Undie Party" to the Third Street Promenade (check out footage from the previous parties above).
Desigual, a Spain-based clothing company, will provide a free outfit to the first 100 people in line -- but you've got to be brave enough to show up in your underwear, and nothing else!
The lucky (and freezing) winners will be allowed to pick one top and one bottom, which Desigual says could reach up to $1000 in value. Everyone after the first 100 guests will receive a 50% discount on same-day purchases -- provided they're still in their skivvies, of course.
What: Desigual Undie Party
When: Tuesday, August 30 · 7:00am - 12:00pm
Where: Desigual Store Santa Monica
1457 3rd Street Promenade (at Broadway)
Los Angeles, CA
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Friday, August 12, 2011
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Inspiration: Personal Power
August 11, 2011
via DailyOM
You Deserve to Have Your Dreams Come True
Personal Power
Many of us have do not understand what personal power means. We have been given the false notion that power is bad—that it is something we use to exert our will upon others. In fact, when our personal power is intact, we are neither overbearing nor meek. We have a clear sense of our strength and the impact we can have on others. This actually enables us to be more sensitive. Personal power is what permits us to work on behalf of our dreams and desires. It allows us to realize that we are worthy and deserve to be heard. In addition, our personal power lets us extend the respect we know that we deserve to the people around us. There is no reason to be afraid or ashamed of fully owning your power.
In the chakra system, the solar plexus is the seat of personal power. One way to evaluate your sense of power is to breathe into this part of the body. If it feels tight or nervous, it is an indication that you may not be fully expressing your power. You can heal this imbalance by expanding the area of the solar plexus with your breath. You can also visualize a bright yellow sun in this part of your body. Allow its heat to melt any tension, and let its light dissolve any darkness or heaviness. Repeating this exercise on a regular basis can restore and rejuvenate your sense of power.
Another way to nurture your personal power is to honor your dreams and desires by making concrete plans to manifest them in the world. Start by making a list of things you want, and let yourself think big. Choose one goal from the list and commit to bringing it to fruition. In addition, break the goal into tasks that you can work on each day. Know that you deserve to have your dreams come true and that you have the power to bring them into being.
via DailyOM
You Deserve to Have Your Dreams Come True
Personal Power
Many of us have do not understand what personal power means. We have been given the false notion that power is bad—that it is something we use to exert our will upon others. In fact, when our personal power is intact, we are neither overbearing nor meek. We have a clear sense of our strength and the impact we can have on others. This actually enables us to be more sensitive. Personal power is what permits us to work on behalf of our dreams and desires. It allows us to realize that we are worthy and deserve to be heard. In addition, our personal power lets us extend the respect we know that we deserve to the people around us. There is no reason to be afraid or ashamed of fully owning your power.
In the chakra system, the solar plexus is the seat of personal power. One way to evaluate your sense of power is to breathe into this part of the body. If it feels tight or nervous, it is an indication that you may not be fully expressing your power. You can heal this imbalance by expanding the area of the solar plexus with your breath. You can also visualize a bright yellow sun in this part of your body. Allow its heat to melt any tension, and let its light dissolve any darkness or heaviness. Repeating this exercise on a regular basis can restore and rejuvenate your sense of power.
Another way to nurture your personal power is to honor your dreams and desires by making concrete plans to manifest them in the world. Start by making a list of things you want, and let yourself think big. Choose one goal from the list and commit to bringing it to fruition. In addition, break the goal into tasks that you can work on each day. Know that you deserve to have your dreams come true and that you have the power to bring them into being.
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Friday, August 05, 2011
Design: Bali Resort
Location: Bukit Peninsula in Bali
Designer: Woha Architecture Firm
Price: $520/Night
Alila Villas Uluwatu Resort is the first of its kind to achieve the highest level of certification for Environmentally Sustainable Development.
Thursday, August 04, 2011
Inspiration: The Peace Within
August 3, 2011
DailyOM
Cultivating the Seed Within
Peace
In our noisy world, we often find ourselves longing for peace and searching to find it somewhere else. While it’s true that there are places we can visit where we can experience peace, such as sacred sites or buildings, we do not need to wait until we get to one of these places to feel at peace. Instead, we can learn to locate the seed of peace inside ourselves and cultivate it so that it grows into a reliable source of serenity that we can always access, no matter where we are.
We experience peace when we are in a state of mental calm and serenity. It might surprise you to notice how infrequently you allow yourself to be free from anxiety. Realizing this is the first step to inner peace. If you wait until all the details of your life are taken care of to allow yourself to experience peace, you will never feel peaceful because there is always something that your mind can grab onto to create anxiety. It is important to consciously set aside your worries and make time to cultivate inner peace.
Ideally, you could schedule time each day to meditate on peace and experience what it feels like to be calm and serene. It takes practice to learn how to let go of your worries, so give yourself some time. Inhale deeply, and feel your worries dissolve with every exhale. Remind yourself that soon enough you will be able to take care of everything you need to, but right now you are taking a break. As the clutter of your thoughts and concerns clear away, you will start to feel more serene. Allow yourself to move deeper into this state with each inhale. Realize that you have the power to free yourself from anxiety simply by deciding to do so. The more you practice feeling peaceful, the easier it will be for you to feel at peace.
via DialyOM
DailyOM
Cultivating the Seed Within
Peace
In our noisy world, we often find ourselves longing for peace and searching to find it somewhere else. While it’s true that there are places we can visit where we can experience peace, such as sacred sites or buildings, we do not need to wait until we get to one of these places to feel at peace. Instead, we can learn to locate the seed of peace inside ourselves and cultivate it so that it grows into a reliable source of serenity that we can always access, no matter where we are.
We experience peace when we are in a state of mental calm and serenity. It might surprise you to notice how infrequently you allow yourself to be free from anxiety. Realizing this is the first step to inner peace. If you wait until all the details of your life are taken care of to allow yourself to experience peace, you will never feel peaceful because there is always something that your mind can grab onto to create anxiety. It is important to consciously set aside your worries and make time to cultivate inner peace.
Ideally, you could schedule time each day to meditate on peace and experience what it feels like to be calm and serene. It takes practice to learn how to let go of your worries, so give yourself some time. Inhale deeply, and feel your worries dissolve with every exhale. Remind yourself that soon enough you will be able to take care of everything you need to, but right now you are taking a break. As the clutter of your thoughts and concerns clear away, you will start to feel more serene. Allow yourself to move deeper into this state with each inhale. Realize that you have the power to free yourself from anxiety simply by deciding to do so. The more you practice feeling peaceful, the easier it will be for you to feel at peace.
via DialyOM
Inspiration: Words for Today
Soon you will realize that you were born an original, and not a copy for a big reason. Do not allow others' opinions to override that which is in your heart. Be you, be you, be you and be incredible at it - if you are reading this, then it is ultimately up to you to make the decision. Bendiciones para todos.
One Life, You Decide™
One Life, You Decide™
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