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Beauty of Resilience Shines in Light of the Japanese Tragedy

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:57-04:00March 28th, 2011|Mind, Body & Spirit|

By Debbie Must Last week, CTV News reported: In the days following the magnitude 9.0 earthquake and tsunami that struck northeastern Japan, despite stores reporting a wave of panic-buying that cleared shelves of food and other basic supplies, there were no reports of price-gouging or looting sprees. Rather than panic and fear, the predominant attitude in Japan following the devastating pair of natural disasters appeared to be one of calm, determined resolve. March 26, 2011 marks the beginning of the National Cherry Blossom festival in Washington DC. One hundred years ago the Japanese gifted these magnificent trees to the people of the United States as a symbol of friendship and solidarity. The blooming of the cherry blossoms is an event that has been celebrated in Japan throughout history. The beauty of rebirth is honored and celebrated during this annual event. This year the essence of renewal and hope symbolized by the cherry blossom embodies the sentiment we all wish to extend to the people of Japan. […]

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Dread of Silence

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:57-04:00March 25th, 2011|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

The Naked Monk by Stephen Schettini Stillness is the master of passion — Tao Te Ching 26 “You teach meditation? I need to do that. Where can I find out more?” So say many people I meet, though few actually sign up. “I’m going through a busy time at work,” they say; or “that’s hockey night.” I’m sure they’re telling the truth, but I’m also sure they’re avoiding the point. Quiet is intimidating. Some of the time we really are busy: creating, studying, engaging with people; we may work simply because we’re good at it and love surfing that tide of accomplishment. Other times we relax in front of the TV, read, chat or play games. We’re always driven to do something. We occasionally call it passing time, as if we have too much on our hands; as if time will never run out. So who can imagine a greater laziness than sitting around doing absolutely nothing — not even thinking. Calling it laziness is yet another evasion, a way to justify avoiding silence. Blame the Protestant Ethic [...]

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Making friends with Exercise

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:58-04:00January 23rd, 2011|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

It appears that many of the health benefits of fitness classes for post-partum women like these, including improved cardiovascular fitness, improved muscular strength and endurance, better posture and enhanced flexibility actually only scratch the surface. Psychologists and scientists alike are discovering the healing power of female friendships, including lowering blood pressure, boosting immunity, and promoting healing.

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Recovering from my Yuletide Spell

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:58-04:00January 20th, 2011|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Inspired Messages, Mind, Body & Spirit|

In all the madness of the holiday season we get lost...if only we could break the pattern next year. A post yuletide vow.

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Emergency or Emergence – You decide

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:58-04:00January 14th, 2011|Mind, Body & Spirit, Shifting Perspectives|

We are living in a time of great change and awakening in the western world. We have had incredible advances in technology, medicine and in our fundamental thinking. We have become more tolerant, enlightened and financially secure. Yet we are far more stressed and uncertain of our future than past generations. We fear financial ruin and loss even though we are surrounded by abundance. We seek out negative news to support the view of the reality that we have created for ourselves.

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The Gift of Magi

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:58-04:00December 17th, 2010|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

The gift of the Magi, the simplicity and magic of this thing we call life was the teaching from our Christmas story. This season is all about joy, peace and love; learning how to love ourselves so courageously that we finally accept our own self worth, the one with no price tag! We are all priceless.

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Prioritizing Healthy Eating
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Prioritizing Healthy Eating

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Prioritizing Healthy Eating

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:58-04:00December 2nd, 2010|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

Developing healthy eating habits early in life can lead to a lifetime of healthy living, so get started today! Involve your children in the menu planning, grocery shopping and food preparation whenever possible. Keep your pantry and refrigerator stocked with affordable choices of fresh, frozen and canned fruit and vegetables, low-fat dairy products, whole grain cereal, pastas and lean meats and alternative protein options. Then slow down and enjoy it all!

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Remembrance Day Surprises

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:43:59-04:00November 12th, 2010|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

Remembrance Day held many surprises this year. I am normally very aware of the time, 11/11, holding that minute in a precious space of gratitude, as I acknowledge all who gave in service. Always I am aware of the conflict, honouring war; fighting for peace. In truth I have never understood the operating principles of this planet very well, not until now that is.

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Making Space in Our Lives

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:44:00-04:00June 28th, 2010|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

All the noise we create by structuring our lives to collect things can actually be a way of building a monument of distraction. The rise of the organizing and storage industries—not to mention all the communication pathways and devices used to collect and store messages and information—speak to how distracted and fragmented we’ve become.

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Do your choices affect events on the world stage?

By Lianne Bridges|2017-07-13T17:44:00-04:00June 21st, 2010|Guest Blogggers & Interviews, Mind, Body & Spirit|

It is easy to assume that my choice of thought and action has no affect on the events playing out on the world stage, but what if it does? What if my choice to raise my own vibration higher is all that was needed from me that day? What if this is my real job?

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