Spotlight: Applying the Principles of A Course in Miracles
How can we consistently choose love over fear? How can the practice of gratefulness lead us to joy? As Brother David Steindl-Rast tells us, “It is not joy that makes us grateful, it is gratitude that makes us joyful.” How can The Course in Miracles help us refine our awareness…
SPOTLIGHT: WONDER, AWE, AND IMAGINATION ARE THE ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FOR A CREATIVE LIFE
Wonder, awe, and imagination are the active ingredients for a passionate and creative life. Justine Willis Toms is fond of saying, “Whatever you give your fullness to will take you where you need to go.” And when you add curiosity to the mix you’ll have access to a wider landscape.…
SPOTLIGHT: THE SACRED FEMININE: HER FEROCITY AND TENDERNESSS
Throughout history there have been many tales of the sacred goddess. These include the Virgin Mary and Sekhmet among many others. Beginning in Neolithic times, we move forward to the divine ferocity of the Divine Mother as represented by Mary, the mother of Jesus. Leonard Slain suggests the introduction of…
Spotlight: Turning the microphone around: Michael and Justine Toms share their stories
Here the co-founders of New Dimensions Radio share the many stories of how they met, how they started New Dimensions, and their adventures along the way. Turn Your Radio On: Michael Toms Is Interviewed By George Leonard with Michael Toms and George Leonard Program 1722 MP3 Download Buy here $1.99…
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…