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Reclaiming Italian Witchcraft, Magic, and Folk Medicine

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Written by: Lisa Fazio

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This article explores the rich traditions of ancestral healing and magic from Southern Italy. It highlights how these practices have survived through cultural shifts and adaptations, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of folk medicine, witchcraft, and the ongoing efforts to reclaim and honor these age-old traditions within the traditional Catholic religion.

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Rising Out of Suffering and Fear: The Freedom to Choose Love

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Written by: Belinda J. Womack

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This article explores how the freedom to choose love over fear can help you rise out of suffering. By understanding the divine laws and releasing old patriarchal and religious belief systems, we can transform our lives. Learn about the spiritual significance of the cross, how to heal from fear caused by religion and government, and how to embrace your inner child and creative freedom on Earth.

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Am I Seeing a Ghost or Is It My Imagination?

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Written by: Theresa Cheung

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Are you seeing a real ghost or is it just your imagination? This article dives into personal experiences of paranormal encounters. The author considers rational explanations before drawing conclusions about these eerie experiences.

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The Myth of Normal: The Mindset of Patriarchy and Separation

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Written by: Judy Suzanne Reis Tsafrir, MD

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This article unpacks "The Myth of Normal" and explores how the mindset of patriarchy and separation disconnects us from spiritual practice and well-being. By examining the societal norms that fuel alienation, author Judy Suzanne Reis Tsafrir, MD, reveals how cultivating a spiritual practice is key to healing and overcoming suffering. Learn how to nurture your inner resources and foster interconnectedness in a world shaped by patriarchal values.

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How Buddhism Explains the Illusion of Life

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Written by: Scott Guerin and Nichole Bigley

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This article delves into Buddhism’s profound teachings on the nature of reality and illusion. Join us on a journey to uncover how life’s illusions contribute to suffering and how Buddhist practice offers a pathway to experiencing reality and enlightenment.

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Silent Knowledge, Inner Truth, and Realization Are One

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Written by: Matthew Wood

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Silent knowledge and inner truth are powerful forces that guide us to profound realizations. This article delves into how these concepts, taught through stories and traditions, lead to a deeper understanding of life’s mysteries. By embracing the silent knowledge within, we can tap into our inner truth, allowing for a more authentic and spiritually fulfilling life. Explore the wisdom that lies within and how it connects us to the greater truths of existence.

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Flowing Through Life? Our Life is Like a River

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Written by: Pierre Pradervand

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Life flows like a river, shaped by the positive energy we channel into it. Just as a river meanders, encountering rapids and calm waters, so too does our life follow a course shaped by our convictions. By embracing this flow and harnessing positive energy, we can navigate life’s challenges, steering our journey toward fulfillment and a deeper understanding of our true selves.

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A Simple Way to Connect with Your Higher Self

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Written by: Scott Guerin and Nichole Bigley

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Learn a practical way to connect with your higher self. Discover a simple technique for higher self guidance that will enhance your spiritual journey.

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You Are Called to Awaken to Love's New Earth

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Written by: Hope Ives Mauran

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Learn how to embrace love and create a more positive and connected world. Discover the excitement and opportunities of awakening to love's New Earth.

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How to Evolve and Become a Human Angel

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Written by: Alexandra Wenman

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Learn how to evolve and become a human angel. Discover key methods for transformation and global awakening to achieve a compassionate and connected society.

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Meditations for Peace on Earth and World Harmony

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Written by: Susan Shumsky, DD

Meditations for Peace on Earth and World Harmony

This article offers methods that transform the earth into a paradise of abundant peace, love, and harmony for all humankind. Discover methods to create abundant love, light, and harmony, contributing to a peaceful world.

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Call God What You Want, Just Call

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Written by: Erin Rachel Doppelt

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Old and new spiritual practices can deepen your relationship with a higher power. Learn the PPP method and the Hitbodedut to find guidance and enhance your daily life.

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Guidance and Messages from Unseen Angels

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Written by: Normandi Ellis

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Always I felt called to follow a spiritual path. In fact, I recall my first husband saying, “You act like you are on a mission from God.” I thought, Of course. So are you. You just don’t recognize it.

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The Sixties, the Beatles, and the Catholic Church

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Written by: Joanne DiMaggio

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Little did I know how much would be packed into the decade of the sixties or how deeply my life would be impacted by the transformational seeds that were being planted in an entire generation. 

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When It’s Not Your Time to Die

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Written by: Sophia Demas

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It is life changing to believe with certainty that you are about to die. The fact that I am alive today and am sharing these experiences with you has prompted many friends to call both events miracles.

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Dying to Live: Is Now A Good Day to Die?

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Written by: Will T. Wilkinson

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The Lakota Sioux leader Crazy Horse supposedly uttered the phrase: “It’s a good day to die” as he headed into battle. But that sentiment has been expanded to describe readiness, living without regret...

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How to Connect with Yourself and Your Own Power in the Here and Now

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Written by: Pavlina Klemm

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Low-frequency thoughts pull you down into the low-vibrational levels of the third dimension of consciousness that still partially exist on this planet.

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You Are a Superhero: Help Reinstate Peace and Balance

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Written by: Belinda J. Womack

You Are a Superhero: Help Reinstate Peace and Balance

You are the superhero that can help us reinstate peace and balance on Earth when you join forces with your divine inner child and allow your divinity to flow through every cell of you. How is this possible?

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The Power of Right Thinking: It Starts with Each One of Us

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Written by: Pierre Pradervand

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At first Mark was very upset. Then, he realized that he had the choice of his thoughts, and rather than making himself miserable, he could do it with joy. So, the next day...

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My Spirit World versus Yours: The Problem of Proof

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Written by: Jonathan H. Ellerby, Ph.D.

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While I have no doubt that there are Spirit Beings, I have come upon no sufficient way of completely and effectively explaining what a Spirit Being is made of, where it lives, and how it can move between dimen­sions.

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The Three ‘Clear Mind’ Precepts: First, Do No Harm

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Written by: Peter Coyote

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In Zen practice we do not treat our teachers like gurus to be worshipped but tend to treat them like wise aunts and uncles who’ve been scouting the trail ahead of us, perhaps made similar mistakes, and are offering us their condensed wisdom as guidance.

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