Spotlight: A Shared Sense of Community
Margaret Wheatley, Ph.D. is one of the most perceptive observers of the patterns of civilizations. She observes, “We cannot live in this world without a commonly shared sense of what is important, what is of value, what is ‘real’.” She also shares the profound understanding that what distinguishes living systems…
Spotlight: The Bible – The Most Influential Book in Western Culture
Whether or not you read the Bible, whether or not you consider yourself religious, you are affected by the Bible’s influence on society. For this reason, it may be very interesting to discover just what the Bible says and what it doesn’t say. The Spotlight programs this week highlight…
Spotlight: Improving Our Brain Power
Why is optimism good for the brain? How may we avoid technology overload and learn to focus on what is truly important to us? What is neuroplasticity and how can it help prevent dementia? Do the different sides of our brain see the world differently? Can we actually alter the…
Spotlight: Trees: Our Loyal and Necessary Companions
As I put this spotlight together I recall hearing the relentless buzzing of a chainsaw as a tree outside my window was being cut down. I feel extreme distress over the outrageous and violent destruction of a living, breathing tree. This pain in my heart causes me to seek refuge in…
Spotlight: Our Animal Companions
Humans experience a profound spiritual connection with their animal companions. These special beings not only have healing powers; they often teach us how to be wise. These four programs, especially selected from the New Dimensions program archive, are filled with insights and stories to enhance the connection with our…
Why It Matters to Reclaim Our Connection To Living Systems
In these perilous and most challenging times we are bombarded with public conversations about where we should be focusing our attention. Because it is coming at us from all sides, it’s more important than ever to take a moment and listen to our wise elders. Physicist Fritjof Capra is…
Spotlight: Finding Our Inner Compass
What are the signs you can look for to tell you you’re on the right path? How can we make our actions more authentic through listening, through integrity, courage and truth-telling? What is the difference between co-dependence and bonding? What is the problem with positive thinking? The answers to these…
Spotlight: Life After Death And The Near Death Experience
What happens to our conscious self after we die? Is death merely another stage in the life of the soul or spirit? Here are four programs from the New Dimensions archive that speak to such subjects as: What is a near death experience? Does reincarnation exist? What are the gifts…
A Feast Of Wisdom With Five Trailblazers
A few topics in these deep dialogues include: What survives death and where does consciousness reside? While our genes do not change, the way they are expressed may be very much within our control. What are the four paths of wise, effective action–“showing up, paying attention, telling the truth, and…
Spotlight: Honoring Wild Nature
What does “wild nature” really mean? What are ways to improve your personal relationship to nature? How does being in nature feed your spirit? How can your primal instincts be renewed when hearing wild nature? The answers to these and many other questions are explored with these visionary, wisdom leaders…