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I have been listening to a wonderful talk by Jack Kornfield on the "Ten perfections of the heart". You can find it here - you'll need to have Real Audio installed on your computer. Most people do. If not, there is usually a link which pops up which will install it 4U.

Yes, I did have a period of "Mystic depression" for a while. :) On the one hand, it was revelatory that such an experience as the "Unity state" was possible. I mean I thought I was about the last person on this little blue ball of dirt who would ever have such an experience. :) But yes, once you come back to ordinary day-to-day consciousness, it can seem very flat ...

Parasites? ... hmmm ... I think the greatest parasites are fear, anger and hatred. Until we transcend them it really won't matter what we put in our bodies ...

Actually there's a wonderful little book called ET 101 which was the first place I saw fear described as a "parasitic lifeform" which has ruled life on this planet for far too long.

PARASITES CAN UNDERMINE YOUR HEALTH Many people today are suffering from chronic fatigue and other debilitating illnesses. Unfortunately, pharmaceutical products often provide only temporary relief for these "hard-to-classify" diseases and in the long run have proven to be ineffective. One overlooked cause of chronic fatigue and other symptoms is the presence of unhealthy organisms in the system, otherwise known as parasites! A parasite is an organism that lives off the host; the host being you or me. The parasite lives a parallel life inside our bodies, feeding off either our own energy, our own cells or the food we eat, or even feeding off the HEALTH SUPPLEMENTS we use. In recent medical studies, it has been estimated that 85% of the North American adult population has at least one form of parasite living in their bodies. Some authorities feel this figure may be as high as 95%. Unfortunately, medical testing procedures only catch about 20% of the actual cases of parasites. OVER A 1,000 SPECIES OF PARASITES that can live in your body, tests are available for approximately 40 to 50 types. This means doctors are only testing for about 5% of the parasites and missing 80% of those. This brings the ability to clinically find parasites down to 1%. Once you've established that you do have parasites, taking drugs to get rid of them may not always work. This is because a drug will often drive a parasite from one organ of the body to another. It's like people moving to better climates to make their living conditions more pleasant, or birds flying south for the winter. What does a parasite actually do? They eat, lay eggs and secrete. Parasites live off the food that goes into your body. They exist mainly in the digestive tract, but can be found in the liver, as well as throughout the body. Other parasites actually get their nutrition directly from the cells of the body. They can literally attach themselves anywhere and suck nutrition out of the cells. These parasites are significantly more dangerous because they can travel to places in the body where they can do a lot more damage than a parasite living exclusively in the digestive tract. Since drugs are ineffective against most parasites, the best way to get rid of them is through herbal cleansing. A comprehensive program will include both a digestive cleanser that eliminates hardened material on the walls of the colon along with a parasite cleanser and easily absorbable liquid supplements to boost the immune system and replace any lost good bacteria. Although herbal cleansing is the "key" to restoring one's health, many people will give up after a short time. That's because it takes patience and persistence to overcome one's health problems and many people are not willing to undergo the discomfort of "cleansing reactions" as they detoxify their bodies. For those who are willing to put in the effort over an extended period of time, they will see remarkable changes in their health for the better. By following a good diet and being consistent on one's detoxification program, unhealthy organisms will pass out of the body and the body will begin to heal itself. --Turfseer@aol.com

Hadi, then maybe Sensei would be a better title for Kaga-san than Guru. (^_^)

This existence of ours is as transient as autumn clouds.
To watch the birth and death of beings is like
looking at the movements of a dance.
A lifetime is like a flash of lightening in the sky,
Rushing by like a torrent down a steep mountain.

~Gautama Buddha

Tom: He looks like he's about to go head to head with Bruce Lee!

Make that the "Food Network." their website is at www.foodtv.com

Hi Hadi,

The picture is of the Chairman of the Cooking Acedemy in Japan, Takeshi Kaga. A flamboyant millionaire who stages cooking competitons in his Kitchen Stadium against his Iron Chefs.

Actually Kaga is only an actor and doesn't dress like this in real life. I was so disappointed to learn this as his bizarre character adds to my enjoyment of this cult favorite offered in the States on Food TV.

I just couldn't resist posting the picture. I feel I'm not up to par with the Iron Chefs and am in the foil category myself, hence the name. :-)

Click here for an article describing the show and where from I stole the picture. (Probably get a cease and desist order form Fuji TV now as they have sent to all the fan sites honoring their show.)

Tinman, who is that in the photo?

Hi , Chris. Long time, no see. The Mystic Depression is something I heard Caroline Myss refer to. Everyone who has had a big mystical experience ends up spending a long time in a dark place because that bliss has gone and life can seem meaningless from then on. But it's really only step two in the Four Noble truths.

Mystic Depression... Very interesting Hadi.

Geoff, thanks for the Dalai Lama quote. I think it addresses Franks post about difficult people.

Ravi, good to "see" you!

My Guru:

Good Afternoon....thanks for putting a smile on my face....I have one girlfriend in particular that in constantly saying to me, 'How come you always say that 'you know'??? and I just chuckle..someplace deep inside of me there is that simple 'knowing'. It's not that I'm the most brilliant person in the world..yet there are some things that seem very familar...

There was one cute little kitch in Tenzins' book and it was referring to the word Guru...and she explained that ...'Gee you are you' !! Kinda neat.... Anyway...had a good 4th..enjoyed the sun, swam and ate....couldn't ask for more....now all I have to do is wait for the air conditioning repair men and I'll be a very happy camper!! x

Try as I might I cannot find how to receive "The Daily Guru'. Can anyone help me?

Try as I might I cannot find how to receive "The Daily Guru'. Can anyone help me?

Frank: Rely on your "intuition".

Terry: I was just thinking about our Frank.

Of course you're the only "Frank" in the whole world-----ha. (I ass-umed it's the "Frank" who has been around here for awhile.)

Frank, is that your e-mail address now? I sent you one but it came back.

I`ve read a number of Deepak`s books.I only have a problem with unpleasant people & situations,&that it seems we have to physically change things sometimes without meditation,intent,etc...in other words,sometimes things appear to demand an immediate solution!Any clues?

Hi Geoff! You said about the Unity experience, "I just naturally assumed it would be permanent."
You too? Welcome to "Mystic Depression". It's all part of the plan. Didn't Buddha say something about "impermanence"?

Hey, Ravi nice to see you!!!!!

Alessandra - Go to http://www.chopra.com/calendar.htm and you will see the following information:

"To arrange for Dr. Chopra to speak at an engagement outside of the United States and Canada, please contact Veronique Franceus, at 858-551-7193, or FAX your request to her at 858-551-7811 or e-mail to veronique@chopra.com"

Would like information on how to contact agent for Mr. Chopra to program a seminar in the United Arab Emirates. Thank you. Alessandra Cardoso

REAL LIFE BEGINS WHEN WE CEASE OUR EFFORTS TO LIVE IT... and, oh, the pure light of God courses through every soul. One only needs to enter a state of perpetual pause from the shrill whistles of existence to bathe in its glowing hum.

hi Ravi! thanks and make that Melbourne and it was loud!!! haha!

Hi Ravi,

Thanks for the links.

I just borrowed the Dalai Lama's Book of Wisdom. Here's one that Peggy might get a kick out of after the week she has had:

We do not know the vast majority of the five billion human beings on this earth, therefore the majority of people do not give us the opportunity show tolerance or patience. Only those people whom we know and who create problems for us really provide us with a good opportunity to practice tolerance and patience.    

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I also like the Intro -

"I am a Buddhist and my whole way of training is according to the Buddhist teaching or Buddha Dharma. Although I speak from my own experience, I feel that no-one has the right to impose his or her beliefs on another person. I will not propose to you that my way is the best. The decision is up to you. If you find some point which may be suitable for you, then you can carry out experiments for yourself. If you find that it is of no use, then you can discard it."

I was just thinking the other day, has anyone noticed that the word "dogma" contains the word "God" spelt backwards? :)

Hello all,

Here's a voice or is it 'word' from the past.

Trust you're all basking in your spiritual glow.

Do lookin on:

The Three Verbs of Being

The Latitude Syndrome

And know the truth

Hi Carol, that's a beautiful post you made on Sunday.

I enjoy reading your posts. How's July 4 in Boca?

Let's live and let live

Ravi

May Om's grace light your path forever

Debbie

Click here for a list of Deepak's itinerary. He does get around. :)

Crown/Harmony Books

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