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Spiritual by Nature: How Solar Energy Animates Life

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Christopher Chase

Spirit (noun) \ˈspir-ət\ : 1) the force within a person that is believed to give the body life, energy, and power, 2) the inner quality or nature of a person, 3) soul, spiritual self. Does modern Western science provide support for … Continue reading →

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Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Christopher Chase

“Control of consciousness determines the quality of life. If you are interested in something, you will focus on it, and if you focus attention on anything, it is likely that you will become interested in it. Many of the things we … Continue reading →

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Moving in Synch with the Universe

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Christopher Chase

A consistent spiritual practice is good for our mind, much as physical training makes the body healthier. Research that looked at the brain development of long term meditators has found certain parts of the brain are stronger, more developed, specifically … Continue reading →