The Land of the Free…

Americans pride ourselves as living in “The land of the free and the home of the brave.” But are we really free? Many of us are slaves to our jobs and can’t really make end meet. Others are slaves to alcohol, drugs and food. But we all want peace and security. Meanwhile, the rich are […]

The Illusion of Separateness

Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh is famous for saying, “We are here to awaken to the illusion of our separateness.” What exactly does this mean? In my way of contemplating this teaching, I think of the following with Lissa Rankin which I received this morning: Dear Jerome, What if there is no “right” or “wrong?” […]

Overcoming Addiction: 5 Powerful Habits You Learn Through Recovery – Purpose Fairy

Addiction is a disease that must be treated properly and that treatment will lead you towards a normal, happy life. And today you will learn more about it. Source: Overcoming Addiction: 5 Powerful Habits You Learn Through Recovery – Purpose Fairy

26 Powerful Lessons to Learn from Michelangelo – Purpose Fairy

Michelangelo was one of a kind. A brilliant man who left behind so much beauty and so much wisdom. And today I would like to share with you 26 lessons Source: 26 Powerful Lessons to Learn from Michelangelo – Purpose Fairy

Guided Meditation to Connect with Your Higher Self – Purpose Fairy

This amazing meditation will take you on a wonderful journey where you will connect with your Higher Self and start living your life from a blissful place. Source: Guided Meditation to Connect with Your Higher Self – Purpose Fairy

How to Never Get Sick Again – Purpose Fairy

Is there a way to never get sick again? Is there something we can to reach this high point? There is. And today you will find out how to do it. Source: How to Never Get Sick Again – Purpose Fairy

A Song For All Beings

Last Saturday night, I attended a performance of A Song For All  Beings to a packed house. Composed and produced by Jennifer Berezan and friends, A Song For All Beings is based on the Buddhist practice of metta and the four immeasurable minds or Brahma Viharas (divine abodes) of loving kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and […]

6 Ways to Overcome Your Negative Emotions – Purpose Fairy

Even though we may wish to be all positive about life, it is healthier for us to acknowledge our negative emotions and pay attention to their meaning. Source: 6 Ways to Overcome Your Negative Emotions – Purpose Fairy

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Direct Your Mind!

Your mind is like a monkey, jumping from one thing to another, so you must learn to direct your mind, as if you were the director of your own movie. The Buddha referred to this po “This is your express train to mental control. Now that you’re developing the capacity to observe the inner workings […]