Archive of ‘General Interest’ category

23
Feb
2016

Ah, Yes, the Wisdom of the Experts!

categories: General Interest, Society & Culture
“In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind there are few.” ~ Shunryu Suzuki

“Everything that can be invented has been invented.” ~ Charles H. Duell, Director of US Patent Office, 1899

“Who the hell wants to hear actors talk?” ~ Harry M. Warner, Warner Bros Pictures, 1927

“There is no likelihood man can ever tap the power of the atom.” ~ Robert Miliham, Nobel Prize in Physics, 1923

“Heavier than air flying machines are impossible.” ~ Lord Kelvin, President, Royal Society, 1895

“Video won’t be able to hold on to any market it captures after the first six months. People will soon get tired of staring at a plywood box every night.” ~ Daryl F. Zanuck, 20th Century Fox, commenting on television in 1946 (more…)

22
Feb
2016

My “Do you believe in God?” Story

categories: Authentic Living, General Interest

Yesterday, I celebrated my dear Auntie Anna’s 91st birthday, at the assisted living facility she lives in. She was born in Panama and she’s always had a pretty thick “accent.” Now, no one knows what the f**k she ever says! But we all laugh so much, it doesn’t matter.

Robert and Auntie Anna

Robert and Auntie Anna

We had exclusive use of the recreation room for two hours.

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Anna had invited a dozen of her friends from the facility, some friends from the area, and a cousin. I was there, as were three of my siblings, my niece and her husband and her two kids — my great-niece and great-nephew. (more…)

26
Jan
2016

“From Shock to Awe” — an interview with Janine Sagert, Ph.D.

categories: General Interest, Media, Social Transformation

Two dear friends — Janine Sagert and Nurit Oren— get together to speak about “From Shock to Awe,” a documentary film intended to raise the awareness of healing “post-traumatic stress disorder” victims with substances such as cannabis, ayahuasca and MDMA instead of the conventional drugs that make them docile and lifeless. Janine explains the healing effects of these substances and shares miraculous stories of veterans who have not only been restored but have become successful and inspiring individuals. (more…)

23
Jan
2016

Hey Mama: I am free, I am free — oh, I AM FREE!

categories: Authentic Living, General Interest, People

In Speaking Truthfully masterclasses and private mentoring sessions, I often talk about how to free ourselves from past decisions and influences that interfere in speaking our truth now, in this moment, with courage and confidence. I suggested to Shaylin Rose-Green that she write a letter to her mother, saying now what she might have said in a previous time, had she been able to. Now, she is able to. With her permission, I am posting her musings on freedom and the letter she wrote to her mama, which I find extremely beautiful, moving, and powerful. The freedom Shay is claiming is palpable, it’s real, it’s now and it’s just so rockin’! (As Shaylin is an Aussie, I have retained the “English” spelling of certain words, instead of using “American” spelling.) 

Shaylin Rose-Green

Shaylin Rose-Green

Freedom

Freedom, what does it mean to you? Is it walking on a crowded beach in a bikini, never having to work again because money will always be covered, feeling free in your body, never having to worry about your kids because you know they will be happy and healthy, being able to read a book and having a cup of tea in the bath and taking as long as you want? (more…)

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