The Magic Of Winter Solstice: 7 Ways to Celebrate the Returning Light

Originally posted on The Muse in the Mirror:
With Christmas fast approaching, it can be all too easy to get swept away in the festive frenzy of need and expectation, and to lose sight of the true reason for the season. Whilst I love celebrating Christmas day conventionally with my family, the real magic for me happens during the Winter…

Transcendental Meditation: Tried and Tested

Transcendental meditation (TM) is a simple technique used by over 7m people worldwide to unlock their potential for self-healing and personal growth. The technique was founded by Indian Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1955, based on an ancient Vedic tradition, and gained fame in the West after he became the guru to the Beatles. During TM the mind transcends the surface levels of thinking, towards subtler levels of mind, and eventually reaches the underlying field of profound silence where latent abilities, such as creative talent, remain buried and hidden by stress. … More Transcendental Meditation: Tried and Tested

Capturing The Magic Of Autumn ~ Poetry & Photography

The ever changing face of Nature’s canvas never disappoints. The arrival of Autumn bestows a dazzling beauty that transcends the mundane and stirs the senses. Woodland paths blanketed by a multi-hued carpet of leaves enhanced by the vivid glow of an autumn sunset. Vibrant reds, rusty oranges and golden shades of yellow foliage offer a feast of inspiration … More Capturing The Magic Of Autumn ~ Poetry & Photography

8 Powerful Resiliency Psychology Tools To Bounce Back From Hard Times

Written by Karen Salmansohn, original article here. Feeling stressed, depressed, pissed off and/or pissed on? No worries! Here are 8 resiliency psychology techniques – snagged from Karen Salmansohn’s best selling THE BOUNCE BACK BOOK. Here are 8 resiliency psychology techniques – 1. Recognize if you ask depressing questions, you will get depressing answers! If you ask proactively-oriented, happy questions, … More 8 Powerful Resiliency Psychology Tools To Bounce Back From Hard Times