“In confronting the crisis, we must make youth a priority” Interview with Dina Krauskopf ____________________________ Project Director at the Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO) and consultant to many international organizations on issues related to adolescent development, Dina Krauskopf emphasizes the opportunity that the celebration of International Youth Year offers to young people to enable them to take part in the development of all programmes and policies … [Read more...]
Marianne Williamson Taking Action! 3 Day Retreat…Feb. or Apr. 2011
December 17, 2010 by
A Three-Day Retreat with Marianne Williamson Choose from San Diego, CA or Phoenicia, NY Locations Join Marianne Williamson for a three-day intensive retreat, delving deep into the miraculous intersection of spirituality and weight loss. Using material from her new book, A COURSE IN WEIGHT LOSS: 21 Spiritual Lessons For Surrendering Your Weight Forever, Marianne will put your feet firmly on the path to both conscious weight loss and spiritual healing. Allow her, along with Yoga expert Tracee … [Read more...]
Avaaz – The Gift of HOPE
December 17, 2010 by
Because of your efforts my voice is heard -- and millions of others. It feels really good not to be sheep but lions! Thank you very much!!!! - Janneke, Avaaz member from the Netherlands I've had moments in my life when I doubted the strength of goodness and compassion in the world, and myself. But being part of Avaaz has been profoundly thrilling. Every day I read the most incredible messages from you (if you write 'dear ricken' at the top it comes through to my personal email) … [Read more...]
Elsa P. – December 16, 2010: Simultaneously Social and Secretive
December 16, 2010 by
I like the lay of the land this week. We've got something for everyone, just like Christmas. Heading into the weekend most will be engaged with someone or something, somewhere. This is not a common scenario. For example, it's entirely impossible to drop off the screen due depression. Other people go missing due their addictions or denial. They're just not present. Some are simply detached but I don't know of anyone who is managing this at this point or even why they'd want to. … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – Alina Mikos: 'Self-Sabotage'
December 14, 2010 by
5 Ways We Self-Sabotage By Alina Mikos Sabotage is easily recognized when the enemy is known to us: a competitive co-worker, a nasty ex-lover, or a jealous family member. However, the real challenge we face is from the enemy within. Read on for simple suggestions that will keep your inner saboteur in check… 1. Negative Self-Talk Thought of by some as the “the devil on their shoulder,” this destructive inner voice wreaks havoc on a person’s self-esteem. All too often, this … [Read more...]
The Mayo Clinic: 10 Tips to Coping Holiday Stress!
December 14, 2010 by
~~ Celebrating the Holidays in 2012 ~~ Stress, depression and the holidays: 10 tips for coping with 'stress and/or depression' ... don't ruin your holidays and hurt your health. The holiday season, starting in early December continues through New Year's Day, often brings unwelcome guests — stress and depression. ... and it's no wonder. In an effort to pull off a perfect holiday, you might find yourself facing a dizzying array of demands — … [Read more...]
Bosnia: Legacy of Sexual Violence
December 13, 2010 by
Dealing with the Legacy of Sexual Violence in Bosnia The war in Bosnia was the first time the United Nations had been faced with mass rape as a weapon of war. Fifteen years after the Dayton Accords peace agreement, Sophie Arie talks to doctors in Sarajevo and discovers a culture of denial. 13 December 2010 In the summer of 1992, Sreko Simic, one of Bosnia’s leading gynaecologists, worked without electricity, anaesthetics, or oxygen and with only a skeleton staff, to keep delivering … [Read more...]
REV. Nina Taking Action! 'Angels Teach: Truth, Raziel and Holiday Prayer Event'
December 13, 2010 by
It has been a while since I have communicated with all of you regularly. A busy teaching season is winding down and my guidance is to reach out and reconnect. Feels good, because I always love interacting with all you inspired earth angels! A Moment of Truth 'Tis the season. For honesty that is. I'm talking about full blown, head on, stand-in-front-of-the-mirror naked and smiling kind of honesty. At least that's how I wish to live this month signifying the celebration of … [Read more...]
Melissa Beaupierre, Senior Director CDC (NPIN): Using Twitter at Summit
December 12, 2010 by
Using Twitter at the HIV Prevention Leadership Summit At CDC National Prevention Information Network (NPIN), we have embraced social media as a key tool in developing and maintaining strong partnerships. As a CDC project whose purpose includes HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, STD, and tuberculosis informational support to prevention partners, stakeholders, and other constituents, we realize the benefits of sharing key messages, new resources, and current news in a quick and easily-accessible … [Read more...]
SHIRLEE HALL Taking Action! – December 9, 2010 (6:30 PM-GMT)
December 9, 2010 by
A Celebration of Women is elated to share the following news! Esther Austin Subject: Interview on Thursday 9th December with Shirlee Hall - Loving Yourself into a Brand New Year - Esther Austin from Qarma Broadcast will be interviewing Shirlee Hall from the USA. Shirlee Hall lives a life that is God-Realized. The Divine Presence is her constant companion and teacher. Shirlee has been a catalyst for physical, mental and spiritual renewal for thousands of people since a … [Read more...]
AMANDA GOLDSTON – "8 Keys – A Special Delivery Message from the Angels", Linda West.
December 8, 2010 by
"8 Keys - A Special Delivery Message from the Angels" Linda West The energy on the planet right now is about change, letting go of the old ways of surviving and reacting. It's about moving your life from a place of fear and darkness to a place of light and love. Over the past twenty years the veil between the seen and unseen has gotten thinner. Even if you aren't aware of it, you already have angelic intervention in your life and most likely you have been asking for help. The angels are … [Read more...]
