Is it important what you spend your money on in terms of your own happiness?
A stunning (and important) piece from Michael Norton at TEDx Cambridge — ‘Can Money Buy Happiness?’ Surprisingly the answer is ‘yes’ but in the most fascinating way. Uncover some great research and enjoy the fun way Michael presents it.
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All across the world there are more and more extreme weather events happening with increasing regularity, however, as the world is so big, it’s hard for most people to see that all these events are connected. In an effort to highlight this connection this year 350 day 2012 on May 5, people all over the world will join together and Connect the Dots.
In places from drought-stricken Mongolia to flood-stricken Thailand, from fire-ravaged Australia to Himalayan communities threatened by glacial melt, people will hold rallies reminding everyone what has happened in their own neighborhoods.
At each of those rallies, from Kenya to Canada, from Vietnam to Vermont, someone will be holding a…dot. A huge black dot on a white banner, a “dot” of people holding hands, encircling a field where crops have dried up, a dot made of fabric and the picture taken from above — you get the idea. We’ll share those images the world around, to put a human face on climate change–we’ll hold up a mirror to the planet and force people to come face to face with the ravages of climate change.
As part of this day DRREA – Dandenong Ranges Renewable Energy Association will be holding a
‘Climate Impacts rally’
at Belgrave 10-11 am.
Meet outside Ranges Community Health Centre (next to Cameo Theatre).
The focus of rally will be highlighting the link between climate change and the predicted increase in extreme fire weather days.
Our blunt message will be that climate change equals more Black Saturdays. The incidence of extreme and catastrophic fire weather days is predicted by the IPCC to increase as a result of climate change. We could be next! Increased public awareness of this and other climate impacts is critical to decisive action on climate change. Help bring this message to other hills residents.
BYO climate change=bushfires placards and wear fiery colours (red/orange) Be seen and be heard
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If you haven’t seen the Thrive the Movie, you are in for a treat, it is revealing and inspiring. Based on research, inventions, interviews and independent scientists and thinkers, of what it takes to thrive, now, on our planet. It is now available to watch for free, just click on the link below.
This is a thought-provoking movie that shares ideas that the main-stream media is not telling you about the inter-relatedness of the current financial situations, the environment and our ongoing health. Although many of us suspect that the “Occupy Wall Street” movement wass onto something with their claims of the inequality of the money flow, this movie explains the money flow of the world in a straight forward down to earth fashion.
www.thrivemovement.com
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Recently we were interviewed by Brett Munckton, the Environment Officer from Cardinia Council 
and have now been included in a feature article in this month’s Connect magazine put out by Cardinia Council. This article features sustainability and is designed to help educate people about the benefits of sustainable living.
One of the important features mentioned in the article is the importance of good insulation in maintaining a stable household temperature all year round. In fact the temperature inside the house has never been outside the range of 11 – 28 degrees, irregardless of the temperature outside.
One of the other keys to achieving this stable ambient living temperature is the north facing placement of the house on the block, with all living areas being on the northern sideof the house. Read the rest of this entry »
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Interesting concept on a Solar Energy Spill.
Cerainly different from an oil spill.
Just another reason to move towards 100% renewable energy.
John and Linda Ballis
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For more helpful tips on balancing your life and further articles on sustainable living and the environment revisit this blog regularly, http://wheeloflifeblog.com or go to our website http://wheeloflifebook.com and purchase our book “The Wheel of Life’s 8 Keys to Success”
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Fantastic video with a view that resonates well with the Em2Gem Transition Town movement.
Sacred Economics with Charles Eisenstein – A Short Film from Ian MacKenzie on Vimeo.
Sacred Economics traces the history of money from ancient gift economies to modern capitalism, revealing how the money system has contributed to alienation, competition, and scarcity, destroyed community, and necessitated endless growth. Read the rest of this entry »
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The Best Form of Energy Efficiency is to Use the Free Energy of the Sun.
There are many features that can be included when designing and building a home to be sustainable or environmentally friendly. The following list gives many features that when incorporated can greatly increase star ratings and make a house much friendlier to live in. As an added bonus, heating and cooling costs are reduced which also reduces the impact on the greater environment.
Different climates will need an emphasis on different areas like window size and insulation so make sure you understand your area when designing your house. The list below works well in the cooler southern states of Australia. Read the rest of this entry »
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Your earthly existence provides you with ample opportunity to explore your purpose and use your gifts.
The gifts we are born with and those that we work to develop throughout our lives vary in form and function. Some we find use for every day while others are only useful in specific circumstances. Yet many times we overlook opportunities to share our unique gifts with others. It may be fear of criticism that holds us back or the paralyzing weight of uncertainty. Ultimately, we doubt that our innate talents and practiced skills can truly add value to others’ lives. But it is the world as a whole that benefits when we willingly share our gifts. Whether you have been blessed with the ability to awaken beautiful emotions in others through art or industry, or your aptitudes transmit more practical advantages, your gifts are a part of who you are. As you make use of those gifts as best you can, be assured that your contribution to worldly well-being will not be overlooked. Read the rest of this entry »
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Our book “A Beginners Guide to Meditation” is now available as a Kindle EBook and instantly downloadable from Am
azon. This is the first of our Kindle books to be published so we are very excited at this next phase of our book publishing journey.
Did you know that there have been more than 4 million Kindles sold in December and leading up to Xmas Amazon was selling Kindles at the rate of $1 million a week. Amazon is now selling twice as many eBooks as Hard cover books so it is great that we can be part of this revolution.
In this book we go over different types of meditation and explain how a beginner can get started and benefit from the great benefits that are available. Read the rest of this entry »
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For many people the biggest challenge they face is finding the way to live their unique purpose and destiny in life?
The issue is not that they don’t have the talent or interest to find their soul purpose, in fact, it is far simpler.
For many people it is a struggle for them to fully understand their purpose because they haven’t woken up to – or are only partially awake to – their unique individual place in the world as a whole unit. Most people hold on to old, limiting beliefs of themselves and the world in general. Many, many people don’t realise the significance of the statement
“everyone and everything in the world and universe is interconnected.”
When people become overwhelmed by all the changes in the world around them, most people live their lives within a “very small story”. As a result, of doing this they confine themselves to a “small self.” Read the rest of this entry »
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As a form of potential energy that empowers us to generate change, money is neither good nor bad.
Wealth is Neutral
At its most basic, money is a tool that enables us to meet our individual needs. As a form of potential energy that empowers us to generate change, it is neither good nor bad. Yet many people react emotionally to issues concerning finances, unconsciously condemning currency itself, the manner in which money is spent, and people who live lives of financial abundance. Read the rest of this entry »
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You are enrolled in a full-time informal school called “life.” Each day in this school you will have the opportunity to learn lessons. You may like the lessons or hate them, but you have designed them as part of your curriculum.
Why are you here? What is your purpose? Humans have sought to discover the meaning of life for a very long time. What we and our ancestors have overlooked, however, in the course of this endless search, is that there is no one answer. The meaning of life is different for every individual.
If Life Is A Game…These Are The Rules.
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What would make you happy…really happy?
Is it more money, a new car, a promotion at work? Sometimes we get lost in the materialism that’s all around us and forget that happiness really lies within ourselves.
If we take a moment to reflect, our eyes can be opened to the joy behind what may seem on the surface, at least, to be the stumbling blocks in our lives.
A thankful spirit is a healthy spirit. As the twists and turns of life lead to feelings of being out of control, sometimes our attitude is all that we have control over…the following reflection may help you develop a thankful attitude. Sometimes life is all about how we look at it!
Click here for The Road to Happiness Movie
I am thankful for… Read the rest of this entry »
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Think You’ll Never be Rich?
…It’s all in your Head
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to get rich easily, while others seem destined for a life of financial struggle?
The answer is simple. Everyone – yes, YOU too – has a ‘personal money blueprint’ .
The money blueprint that is ingrained in your subconscious mind is the single most important factor in determining your financial life.
It means that people can work hard, be highly intelligent, and have truckloads of business knowledge or job skills, but if their money blueprint is not set for a high level of success, nothing they do will help them achieve lasting wealth.
T. Harv Eker Millionairre Mind Feb 2012 Read the rest of this entry »
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Nearly everyone has been hurt by the actions or words of another. Perhaps your mother criticized your parenting skills, your colleague sabotaged a project or your partner had an affair. These wounds can leave you with 
lasting feelings of anger, bitterness or even vengeance — but if you don’t practice forgiveness, you might be the one who pays most dearly. By embracing forgiveness, you can also embrace peace, hope, gratitude and joy. Consider how forgiveness can lead you down the path of physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.
What is forgiveness?
Generally, forgiveness is a decision to let go of resentment and thoughts of revenge. The act that hurt or offended you might always remain a part of your life, but forgiveness can lessen its grip on you and help you focus on other, positive parts of your life. Forgiveness can even lead to feelings of understanding, empathy and compassion for the one who hurt you.
Forgiveness doesn’t mean that you deny the other person’s responsibility for hurting you, and it doesn’t minimize or justify the wrong. You can forgive the person without excusing the act. Forgiveness brings a kind of peace that helps you go on with life.
What are the benefits of forgiving someone? Read the rest of this entry »
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