Caffeine for Cheap

By Josh | Published: March 18, 2010

Caffeine has been used for ages as an energy booster. It’s highly likely that you’ve already had some today. So what makes caffeine so special? Read More »

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Boost Creativity With Matricies

By Josh | Published: March 15, 2010
Matrix - Photo via Wikipedia

Raven's Matrix - Photo via Wikipedia

Raven’s Matrices, sometimes referred to as matrix games or matrix tests, are tests of abstract reasoning developed by Dr. John C. Raven in 1936. Figuring out the patterns in these matrices  Read More »

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How To Reclaim Your Power

By Josh | Published: March 15, 2010

When it comes to problems, the typical Western thought pattern goes something like this:

  • I just pay someone to repair it–I don’t know how it works.
  • The doctor says this pill will fix me.
  • The government didn’t do enough for me.
  • I’ll have to ask my spouse first.
  • My parents wouldn’t approve of that.

We can all relate to these moments. Each one of us has either consciously or unconsciously placed authority for our own lives outside ourselves. This state is like sleepwalking through life–we allow ourselves to be guided along to various experts, products, or institutions that supposedly know what is best for us. Read More »

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The Great War

By Josh | Published: March 12, 2010
Toy War

Photo by Guillermo Ossa

A great war rages, as it has for millennia. Its bombs destroy families. Its rockets burn cultures. Its bullets shred the insides and leave behind a dead husk.

It’s children are the ancient and modern conflicts in the middle east. Its echos are in the turmoil in Tibet.  And the genocide in Darfur. It fuels the gangs in LA, and it supports the hubris of nations.

And every day, The Great War destroys parts of your life, just as it destroys the possibilities of our children.

You are part of this war. You fight in its battles and continue its perpetration on humanity. Yet, you have the power to end your part right now, and in every moment. Read More »

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Creating the New Consciousness

By Josh | Published: March 10, 2010

Whether it is happening to us or because of us, it is plain to those with eyes to see that humanity is being forced to examine itself. It is in these moments of crisis that we are best equipped to make lasting change. Read More »

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Heart Attack Breaks

By Josh | Published: March 9, 2010

According to a recent article in The New York Times, sitting in the office all day and on the couch all evening is increasing your risk of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, a variety of cancers and early death, even if you exercise regularly every day. Read More »

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The Great Truth

By Josh | Published: March 8, 2010
Ankor Wat

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

A story is told of a young Zen student who visits his master to ask for advice about his meditation practice.

“Master,” the student says. “My meditation practice is terrible! My body aches and my mind races. I can’t reach any sort of depth.”

The master looks at the student, and replies evenly, “It will pass.”

A week later, the student returns. Read More »

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