9 Simple Practices for Finding Peace of Mind in Any Situation
HJ: True peace of mind is not dependent on external circumstances — no matter what happens around us or ‘to us’, we can still maintain our center. Now, this is an advanced state…
The Physical Nature of Humankind: Understanding Who You Really Are
HJ: If you are curious about the reasons behind the obvious — why things are as they are, then this excerpt if for you. Those who seek to understand the self and their…
How to Create a Better World: Healing the Whole by Healing Yourself
HJ: We all dream of a better world — for ourselves, our friends, our family, children, and the rest of humanity as well. Yet most people attempt to go about creating that by…
The 12 Steps to Higher Consciousness: The Keys to Inner Peace
HJ: In part two of the series The 12 Steps to Higher Consciousness, we explore those steps that lead to inner peace, among other things. In my eyes, these are perhaps the core steps…
What Your Body Can Tell You About Your Emotional Health
HJ: Our physical body is a reflection of our emotional, mental and spiritual health — hence the idea of the mind-body-spirit triad. These three levels of the self are deeply intertwined and each…
How to Use Yoga and Meditation to Cultivate Courage: 5 Steps to Overcoming Fear
HJ: Yoga and meditation are much more than just a way to feel good and stay centered. They are powerful tools for self healing and transformation. Like anything in life, we get what…
How to Live a More Empowered Life: The Role of the Chakras in Creating the Life of Your Dreams
HJ: The first rule of changing your life and reality is to stop focusing on external events and look within for the answers you seek. All external circumstances are manifest (attracted to you)…