Vipassana is an ancient technique of meditation, originating in India more than 2500 years ago, that is now taught in many locations around the world. There are numerous Centers in India and elsewhere in Asia/Pacific; ten Centers in North America; three Centers in Latin America; eight Centers in Europe; seven Centers in Australia/New Zealand; one Center in the Middle East and one Center in Africa. It is even taught in a number of prisons around the world.
Vipassana is taught as a silent 10 day live-in course initially and has a very strict schedule of meditation, eating and sleeping. Once you have completed a 10 day course you are then able to do further 3 day courses and it is recommended you repeat the 10 day course at least once a year. For more dedicated meditators the course is also run as 30 days in some centres.
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If you ask anyone who has been able to sustain a healthy relationship for thirty years or more how they’ve done it, they’ll almost always give you the same answers. They’ll tell you that the minor things that most people take for granted are what make all of the difference in whether or not a relationship lasts and is healthy and meaningful. These are things like: small acts of service, open communication, good listening and teamwork in resolving conflicts.
While many of these things might seem like common sense, they are not commonly practiced because they seem minor in comparison to things like faithfulness, financial responsibility, common values and honesty. This article will share how these seemingly minor details can make a major difference in the endeavor to build healthier relationships…
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As part of an effort to balance the environment section of my wheel yesterday I attended a rally, outside James Merlinos office in Belgrave as part of the July 17th National Day of Action calling for the shut down and replacing of Hazelwood Power Station in Latrobe Valley.
Hazelwood is Australia’s dirtiest power station and one of the worst in the world and around 40 people gathered outside the office of Victorian ALP Cabinet member James Merlino’s in Belgrave. Many of these people belong to local environmental groups, DRREA and EMFSUS that I am part of but there were many new faces as well. Read the rest of this entry »
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Due to its population, Australia is only the seventh highest of the biggest polluting nations in total, but this is little comfort as it is higher than many other countries with larger populations. All countries share the responsibility for reducing their greenhouse pollution that affects the whole earth.
Brown coal is the dominant source of electricity in Victoria, and it is also the most greenhouse polluting way to generate electricity. It is this use of brown coal that largely contributes to making Victoria one of the most polluting energy systems in the world. Read the rest of this entry »
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You’ve probably already heard the buzz about how eating cleaner and more organic foods is better for your health. But what you might not be aware of is how dangerous foods with preservatives can actually be to your well being. Foods which contain preservatives are actually harder for your body to break down into useful nutrients and can promote the growth of cancer cells. The following article will help you understand more about the most dangerous preservatives and how you can avoid them.
The Main Offenders
There are four major offenders when it comes to deadly preservatives in our foods. The first step to protecting your body from these is knowing how to identify them:
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We often reflect on the sacrifices made by the leaders that have preceeded us.
Take a few minutes to enjoy the movie, “Great Quotes from Great Leaders,” which is filled with timeless wisdom from a variety of leaders who have inspired, encouraged and led us to do the right thing.
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Meditation refers to a state where your body and mind are consciously relaxed and focused. Practitioners of this art report increased awareness, focus, and concentration, as well as a more positive outlook in life.
Meditation is most commonly associated with monks, mystics and other spiritual disciplines. However, you don’t have to be a monk or mystic to enjoy its benefits. And you don’t even have to be in a special place to practice it. You could even try it in your own living room!
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If you have been taught that the key to financial security is getting an education, getting a secure job and investing long term you might find yourself greatly disappointed by the direction of the current economy. It seems to be that job security is a thing of the past. So what does this mean when it comes to achieving financial security? Is it possible to have financial security without having job security? If so, what is the key to gaining financial security in the new economy? If you are interested in discovering the answer to these questions, this might be one of the most important things you’ve read in a long time…
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