Category Archives: Spirituality

Becoming Enlightened (Paperback)

Becoming Enlightened

In Becoming Enlightened, His Holiness the Dalai Lama powerfully explores the foundation of Buddhism, laying out an accessible and practical approach to age-old questions: How can we live free from suffering? How can we achieve lasting happiness and peace?Drawing from traditional Buddhist meditative practices as well as penetrating examples from today’s troubled planet, he presents step-by-step exercises designed to expand the reader’s capacity for spiritual growth, along with cl (more…)

The Universe Is a Green Dragon: A Cosmic Creation Story (Paperback)

The Universe Is a Green Dragon: A Cosmic Creation Story

Review

“Seldom, if ever, within the scientific tradition, has the excitement of the universe been expressed in such memorable phrasing.” (Thomas Berry, Creation magazine )

Communicating his ideas in the form of a classical dialogue between a youth and a wise elder, cosmologist Brian Swimme crafts a fascinating exploration into the creativity suffusing the universe. His explication of the fundamental powers of the cosmos is mystical and ecstatic and points directly to the need to activate one’s own creative powers.

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Dancing Naked in the Mind Field (Hardcover)

Dancing Naked in the Mind Field

Amazon.com Review

Kary Mullis won the Nobel Prize for his invention of the polymerase chain reaction, a chemical procedure that allows scientists to “see” the structures of the molecules of genes. Mullis is no shy, socially inept bench chemist, though; on the contrary, he has led as big and full a life as possible, opening himself to experiences like hallucinogenic drugs, surfing, casually handling dangerous chemicals, and taking shots at the sacred cows of science. Dancing Naked in the Mind Field is Mullis’s own chronicle of his adventures, from wooing countless women to possibly being abducted by aliens, and it’s a funny, shocking tale indeed. This man certainly doesn’t suffer from lack of self-esteem, and yet you might want him along on a trip to the astral plane, say, or a tour of the human genome. Mullis is a fascinating character and his autobiography will put to rest forever the stereotype of scientist as skeptical nerd. –Therese Littleton

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Remember, Be Here Now (Paperback) Ram Dass

Remember, Be Here Now

Amazon.com Review

It’s easy to dismiss Be Here Now as the relic of a whacked-out ’60s acid tripper. Paging through the center section of the book, with its inch-high print and psychedelic drawings, you come across lines like: Magic Theatre For madmen only price of admission your mind Then you turn to the first page of the book, and you are suddenly sucked into the story of a Harvard psychiatrist who has reached the pinnacle of success, discovers the mind-expanding powers of acid, and ends up trooping through India with a 23-year-old holy man from Laguna Beach, California. In the story, you see all the trappings of your own life and begin to wonder if India might hold the answers after all. Before booking your ticket, turn to the last section of the Be Here Now, “Cookbook for a Sacred Life.” Ram Dass saves you the trouble by proffering a sober introduction to the basics of Hindu religion. Although he still can’t resist CAPITAL LETTERS, he has done (more…)

The Tibetan Book of the Dead (1994) dvd Starring Leonard Cohen

The Tibetan Book of the DeadHave a look over at Amazon for reviews and other information.

Starring: Leonard Cohen Director: Barrie Angus McLean, Yukari Hayashi Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD

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Tibetan Book of the Dead (Hardcover)

Tibetan Book of the Dead

Synopsis
Traditionally read in the presence of a dead or dying person, the Tibetan Book of the Dead has had a profound influence on Western culture (more…)

Sanctuary (Donna De Lory CD)

SanctuaryDonna De Lory is destined for fame. Best known as a background singer and dancer for Madonna, De Lory has continued to make her presence felt as a soloist and a member of Bliss, the duo that she shares with cellist Cameron Stone. Her second solo single, “Just a Dream,” written by Madonna who sang harmony vocals, became a Top Ten dance hit. According to Billboard, “De Lory’s waifish vocal presence… Read more in Amazon’s Donna De Lory Store

Check Donna out at these two events filmed by me:


Bhakti Fest “Hey Ma Durga” (rare version)”

“Om Mani Padme Hum” Into the Sun (rare live remix)

Insight from the Dalai Lama: 2010 Day-to-Day Calendar (Calendar)

Insight from the Dalai Lama: 2010 Day-to-Day Calendar

The Dalai Lama is recognized as the spiritual leader of Tibet and a champion of human rights and nonviolence. His message is clear in the Insight From The Dalai Lama 2010 Day-to-Day Calendar, which contains straightforward and insightful quotes on spiritual sustenance, personal responsibility, and protecting the environment. Most importantly, his teachings reveal that regardless of one’s race, religion, or social status, compassion is essential for human survival.

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Japa Dave Stringer CD music from Y Yoga Movie

Japa

About the Artist

Dave’s sound marries the transcendent mysticism of traditional Indian instruments with the exuberant, groove-oriented sound of American gospel music. A spontaneous and articulate public speaker, he probes the dilemmas of the spirit with a sly and unorthodox sense of humor. His work translates the ancient traditions of kirtan and yoga into inspiring and thoroughly modern participatory theatre, open to a multiplicity of interpretations, and accessible to all. Init (more…)

Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving into Stillness (Paperback)

Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving into Stillness

Provides simple instruction and demonstrative illustrations to introduce a technique that combines hatha yoga and meditation in order to slow the aging process, decrease stress, promote creativity, and improve mental and physical health.

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