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Thomas Merton’s Prayer That Anyone Can Pray

Posted on February 13, 2015 by webmaven

A short article about Thomas Merton which includes his famous prayer. It reminds one of the Holy Hobo Prayer from a different tradition, but similar in feel: “I don’t know what I am looking for, but I know I’m looking for … Continue reading →

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Artocratic: American Book of the Dead

Posted on January 26, 2015 by webmaven

An engrossing well written article about one man’s relationship with death & dying and with a text that we talk a lot about around here.  Artocratic: American Book of the Dead. From the article: “The stated goal is for the reader … Continue reading →

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Parallel Worlds

Posted on January 20, 2015 by webmaven

This is the kind of information that is going to become more and more frequently discussed in the alternative press in the upcoming year. Quantum physics is opening up new realms of possibilities to which we don’t have to automatically … Continue reading →

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A very good 10 minute qigong workout

Posted on January 7, 2015 by webmaven

This is called taichi qigong. It is a very good warmup for doing tai chi and also stands on its own as a relatively simple yet very effective qigong workout. I have done some research on this and trust me, … Continue reading →

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Caring for elderly parents from afar? Here are some ideas for making it easier

Posted on December 28, 2014 by webmaven

Here is a good article which might give you some ideas to help with your long distance caregiving. Caring for elderly parents from afar? Here are some ideas for making it easier.

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Ars Moriendi – the “Art of Dying”

Posted on December 16, 2014 by webmaven

The Ars Moriendi, or “art of dying,” is a body of Christian literature that provided practical guidance for the dying and those attending them. These manuals informed the dying about what to expect, and prescribed prayers, actions, and attitudes that … Continue reading →

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