What is a metaphor? ‘This bag is as heavy as a rock.’ ‘When the sun shines, it’s like liquid gold.’ ‘When you want something, imagine casting a fishing line … then reel yourself to the hook.’ What happens as you read these? Where does your mind go? What do you see, feel, hear? Metaphors are a powerful, sublimely simple, explicit way to communicate expansive concepts. How do they Continue Reading
Exiting the ‘Wheel of Time’
Since 1989 I’ve been consciously aware that I am in an experiment of awakening consciousness. Consciously aware that this is the most exciting time to be alive on planet Earth. Consciously aware that this may be the first time in human history that humanity is able to observe its own awakening - its own unfurling into a new species - it own metamorphosis - its own cosmic magnificence. My story began when I was ten Continue Reading
Invictus – Forgiveness to Unity
Last evening my husband and I watched “Invictus”, the compelling story of Nelson Mandela and his bold and courageous leadership of ‘the new South Africa’. It has affected me deeply. What a model – akin to Gandhi, Martin Luther King, Jr., and other great leaders – of how to ‘step out of the wheel, and boldly explore a new trajectory’. (See forthcoming post "Exiting the Wheel of Time".) Continue Reading
Ariole’s ‘Consciousness Coaching’ Picks
Choose any of these titles for an enlightening and highly refreshing 'wake up'. Boost yourself into your full potential! Simply click on the icon - or the arrows to move the carousel - to see more details! null "H.O.P.E. = Healing Ourselves and Planet Earth" - Ariole K. Alei - Inspirational and transformational 'map' out of suffering and into respect - of self, others, and environment. Clear and well-detailed. "The Four Continue Reading
What Is ‘The Now’?
Eckhart Tolle is the most prolific of modern day teachers bringing the concept of ‘Now’ into everyday language. He has excited the curiosity and passion of millions in exploring this and mapping a route to its experience. Yet … what is ‘the Now’? Elusive yet ever-present, it may be easiest to comprehend it through recognizing what it isn’t. Amongst my global projects, I work with people in Continue Reading
Ariole’s ‘Stillness and Sacredness’ Picks
Slow down. Tune in. Become centered. Be peace. Choose any of these titles to guide you - with ease - into the delicacy of stillness, silence, the sublime ... Simply click on the icon - or the arrows to move the carousel - to see more details! null Continue Reading
Ariole’s Meditation Picks
Enjoy serenity. Discover bliss. Slow down. Tune in. Become centered. Be peace. Choose any of these titles to guide you - with ease - into the delicacy of stillness, silence, the sublime ... Simply click on the icon - or the arrows to move the carousel - to see more details! null Continue Reading
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Ariole’s ‘Spiritual Adventure Story’ Picks
Spiritual Adventure Stories - akin to Sci-Fi (their 'cousin') - embody the graceful ability to open your worldview to magical new possibilities. Like a fantastic novel, they carry you on a precious journey into awe-inspiring, breath-taking possibilities of who you are and who 'we' can become ... Choose any of these titles for an enlightening and highly refreshing 'amp up'. Boost yourself into your own awesomeness! Simply click on the Continue Reading