As host of Inner Vision on KPFK-FM, Nita interviews Michael Benner from www.TheAgelessWisdom.com on self-discovery and personal development. Phone calls from listeners are also included. Originally broadcast: June 14, 2011 at 1:00 PM Pacific.. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Whether spirit, energy, matter or mind, everything in the Universe vibrates. Nothing stands still. All things have a beginning, middle & end. In alchemy, the frequency of the vibration is what distinguishes pitch, color, form & chemical make-up. . Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Drawing on the Second Rubric of the ancient Egyptian Emerald Tablet, the Kybalion discusses the Law of Correspondence and the mysterious middle of the Divine Trinity. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The first of the Kybalion's seven Key Principles is Mentalism -- All is Mind. There is only One of Us here ... One Mind, One Heart. Lessons 2 through 7 follow. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Many people assume strength and unity require all elements in a whole system to be in accord, aligned, conforming, perhaps even uniform. In fact, however, the strength of Unity comes from diversity ... even antagonism. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Intuition works specific to general, while logic breaks things down general to specific. Yet only logic is generally taught. Few people ever learn to respect much less develop their intuition. This class describes intuition and suggests how it may work. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Whether called Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or simply Too Much Thinking (TMT), it's anxiety, stress & tension that's usually the cause of scattered thinking. In this class, Michael explains how to supplant too much thinking with real peace-of-mind. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Here's a valuable summation of listening skills beginning with the importance of simple self-confidence which allows you to listen to others instead of planning your next speech. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
In this Mystery School class, Michael describes the Purpose of life as being "to grow, evolve, unfold & improve." The meaning, he suggests, is personal -- found by honoring and following your heart's desire. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
What's it mean to say you're Spiritual But Not Religious? Michael gives his definition and explains why he thinks increasing numbers of religious people will continue to abandon their churches, temples & synagogs. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
This class discusses OCD as an anxiety disorder and Obsessive-Compusive behavior as a personality disorder, too (OCPD). There are important differences, particularly the role of anxiety in OCD. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Fear supports everything that hurts & upsets us. Fear is the set of emotional feelings that arises in response to anything we don't know or understand about ourselves. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Influencing or teaching people from a position of superiority, elitism, or arrogance is much less effective than creating rapport with dignity and respect. Like compassion, humility becomes more available to us when we consciously choose to remember that we all suffer similar travails as members of humanity. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Here's an overview of the similarities and differences between the various closed eye processes known collectively as meditation. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Islamic Mysticism is to a large extent an extension of classic Greek philosophy of Pythagoras, Aristotle, and Plato, plus the neo-platonism of Plotinus and Buddhism. The basic tenet is that all things come from God and all things return to God via the path of Love. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The Buddha's teachings list 10 attachments or fetters that hinder the unfoldment of the student seeking spiritual enlightenment and liberation. In this program, we discuss the first three. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Listeners to live webinar participate by text, phone & Skype with their questions & comments about human potential. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
This Ageless Wisdom Mystery School class addresses the esoteric allegory of Love as Magnetic Consciousness experiencing the urge to return to its Source ... to go "Home" again. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Protests by the Egyptian people against the dictatorship of Hosni Mubarak raise the hopes of oppressed people everywhere. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Michael discusses mindfulness & meditation on Roy Tuckman's radio show Something's Happening. They also talk about the upcoming Maui Mindfulness Retreat. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
In Mysticism, God is both imminent & transcendent. The magnetic nature of love allows the One to manifest as many forms without being, in any way, effected or diminished. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
In Shamanism, neo-Platonism, and the mystical & esoteric traditions of the world, the Spiritual Realm is not merely a place, but a multi-tiered Reality. The ancient teachings suggest the human soul continues its unfoldment even after breaking the karmic wheel of reincarnation. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Christ said to love your enemies, but in the past 2000 years, this simple admonition has confused many so-called Christians. Perhaps it would be easier to understand and employ if we said, "Respect your enemies." Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Happiness is more of an attitude than a result. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Perhaps the biggest stumbling block in habit management is the failure to imagine success. Will power is essential, but easily blocked or diverted when, at an largely unconscious level, the person can't really believe in their success. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Today's class is a description of the benefits of becoming mindfully aware by tuning your attention to the present moment while suspending all judgement. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
Michael explores the Seven Pillars of Forgiveness and exposes the foolishness of seeking vengeance and holding grudges Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
In this Mystery School class, Michael discusses the phenomenon of sleep and dreams as well as techniques for going to sleep, remembering your dreams, and even programming the subject for your dreams to help resolve. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
The happiness, joy & fulfillment everyone seeks is hidden in the moment ... the eternal, unfolding instant, not in the stories we tell ourselves and each other. Mindfulness is deliberately paying attention to THIS MOMENT, and watching it develop, ideally without judgement. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
In brief, the American Dream became a nightmare because it became far too materialistic. As unfulfilled consumers, most people have forgotten that their loving relationships are core to the American Dream. Visit http:www.TheAgelessWisdom.com or call (818) 569-3017 for more information. To learn more about Michael's Premium Audio Programs visit http://www.FocusedPassion.com.
