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Spirit Fire is working in collaboration with the School for Esoteric Studies to bring our combined message to the airwaves for a new season of Spirit Fire Radio! Purposeful living, practical spirituality... they sound like concepts we would all welcome into our lives! How do we bring compassion, tolerance, and hope to the forefront of our daily endeavors? What role do detachment and discernment play in bringing together our human family?
We will talk about spiritual concepts in practical terms. We will explore how the wisdom of the ages can guide us in modern times. We hope to challenge your thinking, offer insights, and suggest service- oriented activities that will foster goodwill in your life and the lives of those you touch.
Join us for a brand new season of Spirit Fire Radio beginning in February 2017. Bring awareness to your mind and mindfulness to your spirit. Tune-in!
As spiritual beings having a human experience, we have access to universal wisdom. Not only do we have access to it, but we are a collective embodiment of it. How do we apply this wisdom to our everyday lives and how does this wisdom assist us in stewarding planetary life Join us as we explore these questions.
How do we harness the power to create order and what does this energy provide to us on the spiritual path We wrap up our 5-part series on mental energies with the energy of organization. Join us.
Concrete Knowledge will be the theme of today's exploration of the various energies of the mind. This energy allows stimulates invention, finds facts, creates order, and developspracticalunderstanding. "Knowledge will set you free." May it be so.
For the month of April we will explore the energies of the mind. These discussions are intended to compliment last month's exploration of the energies of the heart. Active Intelligence as a quality of Mind will be the theme of today's show.
We conclude our month-long journey through energies of the heart with a look at idealism and devotion. These energies serve well in dedicating ourselves to a cause they can also create the fanatic. Join us for as lively discussion onways to access and express idealism and devotion for the greater good of us all.
We continue our month-long discussion of energies of the heart with a segment on harmony through conflict. How do we bridge different approaches to life and the human experience How do we find common ground with so much diversity in world We utilize the heart amd its capacity to resonate. Join us.
For the rest of March, we will be examining three of the seven types of energy in our universe. In February, we looked at the energy of Will and how we can best work with it. Now we will be examining how we work with three of the seven energies that we can think of as related to Heart energy, starting with Love-Wisdom.
How do we wield the powerful force of Will and ensure that it is used for good. On today's show we will discuss goodwill and aligning our actions with a moral compass. Join us.
Destruction is usually seen as negative, yet we are costantly breaking down old forms and replacingthem with new. This is called progress or evolution. The energy of the will initiates and destroys. We will discuss these expressions on today's show. Join us.
The freedom to choose is one of the great attributes of human life. Generally, we choose our thoughts, our responses, and our actions. In doingso, we are working with the creative power of the Will. It is wise to be conscious of this energetic aspect of living. Join us for this discussion.
What is the energy that we call Will What is its purpose and why is our understanding of this powerful force soimportant How is it related to spiritual principles Join us as we begin a new month and a new topic of conversation, the Energy of the Will.
"The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people."mdashDr. Martin Luther King, Jr.It is our responsibility to ensure that inclusivity prevails over divisiveness. This is the topic of today's show. Join us.
"The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people."mdashDr. Martin Luther King, Jr.It is our responsibility to ensure that inclusivity prevails over divisiveness. This is the topic of today's show. Join us.
The 'when' and the 'how' ofeffective action in the face of social injustice can be a complex matter. We must be cautious not to fan the flame of evil, put ourselves in harm's way, or cause further divisiveness. On today's show we will offer discussion on the implementation of inclusive social action. Join us.
The 'when' and the 'how' ofeffective action in the face of social injustice can be a complex matter. We must be cautious not to fan the flame of evil, put ourselves in harm's way, or cause further divisiveness. On today's show we will offer discussion on the implementation of inclusive social action. Join us.
We maysense that social action is necessary but lack the skills or the impetus to get involved. On today's show we will discuss ways that we can prepare ourselves for inclusive social response. Join us.
We maysense that social action is necessary but lack the skills or the impetus to get involved. On today's show we will discuss ways that we can prepare ourselves for inclusive social response. Join us.
How do we promote inclusivity and denounce divisiveness There is a growing need to understand inclusive social action and find ways to impliment this type of action on our daily world stage. We will explore this topic for the month of January and offer an introduction on this show.
How do we promote inclusivity and denounce divisiveness There is a growing need to understand inclusive social action and find ways to impliment this type of action on our daily world stage. We will explore this topic for the month of January and offer an introduction on this show.
As the new year approaches, we will dive deep into the concept and quality of hope. Hope is cosmic in nature because it arises out of perceived limitations. It is expansive, creative, and generative. We will discuss the components of hope and ways to bring it forward in your 2019.
As the new year approaches, we will dive deep into the concept and quality of hope. Hope is cosmic in nature because it arises out of perceived limitations. It is expansive, creative, and generative. We will discuss the components of hope and ways to bring it forward in your 2019.
"Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive."This humbling quote is from theDalai Lama From a human perspective,the prospect ofworldwidelove and compassion seems like a tallorder. From a cosmic perspective, the relevance of humanity's presence on Earth seems quite small. So how do we rise to the need How do we align with cosmic principles which support these qualities. Join us for the discussion.
"Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity cannot survive."This humbling quote is from theDalai Lama From a human perspective,the prospect ofworldwidelove and compassion seems like a tallorder. From a cosmic perspective, the relevance of humanity's presence on Earth seems quite small. So how do we rise to the need How do we align with cosmic principles which support these qualities. Join us for the discussion.
A moral compass is an internalized set of values and objectives that guide a person with regard to ethical behavior and decision-making. What if this was in relation to our cosmic selves How might that affect our outlook and our actions Join us for this conversation.
A moral compass is an internalized set of values and objectives that guide a person with regard to ethical behavior and decision-making. What if this was in relation to our cosmic selves How might that affect our outlook and our actions Join us for this conversation.
After spending seven months exploring universal principlesand theirinfluenceon our personal growth, our society, our spiritual nature, and our capacity to generate goodwill, we look at the ways they shape us as cosmic citizens. Join us as we go galactic and its still all about you, us, amd the greater whole.
After spending seven months exploring universal principlesand theirinfluenceon our personal growth, our society, our spiritual nature, and our capacity to generate goodwill, we look at the ways they shape us as cosmic citizens. Join us as we go galactic and its still all about you, us, amd the greater whole.
Learning to respect differences, building trust, and expanding ourcircle of care are some of the ways we can increaseour ability to cooperate. On today's show we offer insight into strengthening the "cooperation muscle" which moves us toward positive group action. Join us.
Learning to respect differences, building trust, and expanding ourcircle of care are some of the ways we can increaseour ability to cooperate. On today's show we offer insight into strengthening the "cooperation muscle" which moves us toward positive group action. Join us.
As we learn to see ourselves in others and others in ourselves, we understand that cooperation is not only beneficial, but imperative. Cooperation feeds the cyclical nature of expansion and evolution as we work with others, we feel better and accomplish more.Join us as we explore cooperation as altruism and self-intertest.
As we learn to see ourselves in others and others in ourselves, we understand that cooperation is not only beneficial, but imperative. Cooperation feeds the cyclical nature of expansion and evolution as we work with others, we feel better and accomplish more.Join us as we explore cooperation as altruism and self-intertest.
As we look out into the world we see plenty of belief systems that support the idea of competition being useful, productive, and necessary. We believe differently. As we cooperate and collaborate, we strive. On today's show we will examine competition and ways that we can adjust our approach to living that creates win-win situations and an appreciation on the process rather than the prize.
As we look out into the world we see plenty of belief systems that support the idea of competition being useful, productive, and necessary. We believe differently. As we cooperate and collaborate, we strive. On today's show we will examine competition and ways that we can adjust our approach to living that creates win-win situations and an appreciation on the process rather than the prize.
We begin a new month and a new topic for consideration. Cooperationis the seventh of the seven principles that underlie our reality whichwe have dedicated ourselves to discussing each monthon Season 3 of Spirit Fire Radio. We evolve through symbiosis and cooperation. Learning to approach people, endeavors, and life itself cooperatively leads to abundance and creativity. On this first show wediscuss the components of cooperation.
We begin a new month and a new topic for consideration. Cooperationis the seventh of the seven principles that underlie our reality whichwe have dedicated ourselves to discussing each monthon Season 3 of Spirit Fire Radio. We evolve through symbiosis and cooperation. Learning to approach people, endeavors, and life itself cooperatively leads to abundance and creativity. On this first show wediscuss the components of cooperation.
Human beings use many tools to strengthen their ability to adapt: creativity, will-power, wisdom, courage, hope... and the internet Increasing your ability to adapt generates flexibility, opens you up to a widevariety of experiences, and facilitates growth. The earth is complex, diverse, dynamic, and incredibly adaptable... perhapswe learned a thing or two from our mother Join us.
Human beings use many tools to strengthen their ability to adapt: creativity, will-power, wisdom, courage, hope... and the internet Increasing your ability to adapt generates flexibility, opens you up to a widevariety of experiences, and facilitates growth. The earth is complex, diverse, dynamic, and incredibly adaptable... perhapswe learned a thing or two from our mother Join us.
Adaptability is a principle that governs how we coexist. As an individual, being adaptable is a quality and a skill. Much of the skill set centers onnavigating nuances of the process of change... andsince change is inevitable and constant, these are skills worth honing. Adapt and prevail Join us.
Adaptability is a principle that governs how we coexist. As an individual, being adaptable is a quality and a skill. Much of the skill set centers onnavigating nuances of the process of change... andsince change is inevitable and constant, these are skills worth honing. Adapt and prevail Join us.
Timing is everything. On today's show we will discuss the value in discerning when action, or adaptation, is required and look into ways to be prepared when the time to adjust to change is right now. Join us.
Timing is everything. On today's show we will discuss the value in discerning when action, or adaptation, is required and look into ways to be prepared when the time to adjust to change is right now. Join us.
Cultivating our ability to be responsive to change requires flexibilityandresilience the good news is, they are also the by-product of this process - the process of adaptation.Mother Earth has been adapting for 4.5 billion years - wersquore gonna take a look at her processes andsee if we can make some of them our own
Cultivating our ability to be responsive to change requires flexibilityandresilience the good news is, they are also the by-product of this process - the process of adaptation.Mother Earth has been adapting for 4.5 billion years - wersquore gonna take a look at her processes andsee if we can make some of them our own
It is adaptability which makes us "the fittest" in Darwinian terms. Most assume that fittest means strongest or most intelligent. Not so. As we strenghthen our capacity to adapt to new conditions, we evolve. On today's show we will discuss the importance of adaptability and its role in our growth as a being, a species, and as an aspect of consciousness.
It is adaptability which makes us "the fittest" in Darwinian terms. Most assume that fittest means strongest or most intelligent. Not so. As we strenghthen our capacity to adapt to new conditions, we evolve. On today's show we will discuss the importance of adaptability and its role in our growth as a being, a species, and as an aspect of consciousness.
As we become aware of our innate interdependence, we naturally become more appreciative, compassionate, and generous. And as we become more appreciative, compassionate, and generous, we deepen our understanding of interdependence... wonderful how that works Join us as we discuss ways support each other and generate reverence for our natural interconnectedness.
As we become aware of our innate interdependence, we naturally become more appreciative, compassionate, and generous. And as we become more appreciative, compassionate, and generous, we deepen our understanding of interdependence... wonderful how that works Join us as we discuss ways support each other and generate reverence for our natural interconnectedness.
Not a day goes by without our being called upon to help one another... or to be of service. As professionals, neighbors, passers-by, friends, family, or as a humanity, our lives become more efficientandmore meaningful as we exchangewith each other. As interdependent beings, it's natural On today's show we will discusst the ways service supports and reveals our interdependence.
Not a day goes by without our being called upon to help one another... or to be of service. As professionals, neighbors, passers-by, friends, family, or as a humanity, our lives become more efficientandmore meaningful as we exchangewith each other. As interdependent beings, it's natural On today's show we will discusst the ways service supports and reveals our interdependence.
We are part of an interdependent community of life or as we could say, we are part of an interdependent community called Life. Eachsubjectwe've explored this season interconnectivity, participation, nonlinearity, and nonduality leads us to this underlying principle that governs the way in which we coexist: interdependence. If fact, we thrive to the degree that webecome efficiently mutually reliant on each other. We will explore this topic for the month of September. Join us.
We are part of an interdependent community of life or as we could say, we are part of an interdependent community called Life. Eachsubjectwe've explored this season interconnectivity, participation, nonlinearity, and nonduality leads us to this underlying principle that governs the way in which we coexist: interdependence. If fact, we thrive to the degree that webecome efficiently mutually reliant on each other. We will explore this topic for the month of September. Join us.
Today's show explores ways to uphold the truth of our interconnectedness and dispell the illusion of duality. Our similarities are stronger than our differences. Join us as we focus on reversing the "this or that" approach to living.
Today's show explores ways to uphold the truth of our interconnectedness and dispell the illusion of duality. Our similarities are stronger than our differences. Join us as we focus on reversing the "this or that" approach to living.
Objectification reinforces the myth of our dualistic reality. It is so pervasive in our culture that we may not notice that myriad of ways that we objectify one another, the ways we are objectified, and the ways in which we objectify ourselves. Join us as we explore this topic.
Objectification reinforces the myth of our dualistic reality. It is so pervasive in our culture that we may not notice that myriad of ways that we objectify one another, the ways we are objectified, and the ways in which we objectify ourselves. Join us as we explore this topic.
Allowingouruniquenessto shine through highlights the diversityamongstourhumanfamily. Yet, using our differences as a way to separate and divide reinforces bigotry.At our core, we have much more in common with each other than we have differences.We must learn to hatewe are not born this way.We are fed illusory ideas about another person based on their skin, their background, or their religion. We are born with love in our heartshellip babies do not know prejudice. How does this process unfold And whyThis week we address bigotry as an aspect of the illusion of duality.
Allowingouruniquenessto shine through highlights the diversityamongstourhumanfamily. Yet, using our differences as a way to separate and divide reinforces bigotry.At our core, we have much more in common with each other than we have differences.We must learn to hatewe are not born this way.We are fed illusory ideas about another person based on their skin, their background, or their religion. We are born with love in our heartshellip babies do not know prejudice. How does this process unfold And whyThis week we address bigotry as an aspect of the illusion of duality.
The concept of duality seems to define our day to day existence: this or that, us or them, over or under, stop or go, rich or poor, black or white, yes or no. Certainly this way of approaching the world lends itself to the conceot of free-will and choice both of which we have discussed in terms of creating our own reality. But are we limited to this or that Is reality more complex than a dualistic approach Join us as we begin our month's topic of nonduality.
The concept of duality seems to define our day to day existence: this or that, us or them, over or under, stop or go, rich or poor, black or white, yes or no. Certainly this way of approaching the world lends itself to the conceot of free-will and choice both of which we have discussed in terms of creating our own reality. But are we limited to this or that Is reality more complex than a dualistic approach Join us as we begin our month's topic of nonduality.
"The only constant in life is change," so it has been said. It's an interesting paradox and feel true. That said, one would think that culturally and socially we are progressing, learning from our mistakes, and changing for the better. What has happenedwhen certain human rights seem to disintegrate while progress is made on others Can evolution and devolution happen simultaneously And why do certain social structures outlast others On today's show we'll discuss nonlinearity and social change in hopes that we can leverage universal principles to help us bring about lasting positive outcomes. Join us.
"The only constant in life is change," so it has been said. It's an interesting paradox and feel true. That said, one would think that culturally and socially we are progressing, learning from our mistakes, and changing for the better. What has happenedwhen certain human rights seem to disintegrate while progress is made on others Can evolution and devolution happen simultaneously And why do certain social structures outlast others On today's show we'll discuss nonlinearity and social change in hopes that we can leverage universal principles to help us bring about lasting positive outcomes. Join us.
As we look at the span of our life and consider our maturity, we will often defaut to timeframes for instance, references such as "when I was three..." or "my college years" create markers on a seemingly straight line of the time-travel we've embarked upon since birth. Yet we mature in spurts as well as at different rates from one another... and somefamily membersdon't seem to mature at all mischevious joke. Join us as we discuss the organic nature of our maturity.
As we look at the span of our life and consider our maturity, we will often defaut to timeframes for instance, references such as "when I was three..." or "my college years" create markers on a seemingly straight line of the time-travel we've embarked upon since birth. Yet we mature in spurts as well as at different rates from one another... and somefamily membersdon't seem to mature at all mischevious joke. Join us as we discuss the organic nature of our maturity.
The perception of linearity keeps our world tidy and manageable.Yet it is merely a perception in fact, it verges onillusion. An illusion is a distorted idea or mental concept of reality. In that we are constantly creating and shaping our ever changing world,it'suseful to leverage the idea of limitless potential. Join us as we discuss the limitations of perceived linearity.
The perception of linearity keeps our world tidy and manageable.Yet it is merely a perception in fact, it verges onillusion. An illusion is a distorted idea or mental concept of reality. In that we are constantly creating and shaping our ever changing world,it'suseful to leverage the idea of limitless potential. Join us as we discuss the limitations of perceived linearity.
We usually talk about our lives as proceeding in a linear fashion ndash from past to present to future. But underlying this way of thinking about our lives is an assumption of determinism or cause and effect. We know from our discussion last month that our universe is actually probabilistic rather than deterministic, and that it is our focus and our choices that create our reality. In the same way, time is not an objective, deterministic construct. Rather it is a construct that we create to help us understand our experience. As Einstein has said, ldquoThe only reason for time is do that everything doesnrsquot happen at once.rdquo For the month of July, we will be exploring what this really means in practical terms.
We usually talk about our lives as proceeding in a linear fashion ndash from past to present to future. But underlying this way of thinking about our lives is an assumption of determinism or cause and effect. We know from our discussion last month that our universe is actually probabilistic rather than deterministic, and that it is our focus and our choices that create our reality. In the same way, time is not an objective, deterministic construct. Rather it is a construct that we create to help us understand our experience. As Einstein has said, ldquoThe only reason for time is do that everything doesnrsquot happen at once.rdquo For the month of July, we will be exploring what this really means in practical terms.
Everything happening in the world today is an aspect of a thought precipitatedinto action somehow, somewhere. Last week we discussed the powerful energy behind thoughts and words. This week we explore the truth behind the expression, "actions speak louder than words."
Everything happening in the world today is an aspect of a thought precipitatedinto action somehow, somewhere. Last week we discussed the powerful energy behind thoughts and words. This week we explore the truth behind the expression, "actions speak louder than words."
Energy follows thought. It is factual, scientifically and spiritually. Managingour thoughts means taking responsibility for the part we play in fostering meaningful relationships and creating the world we live in. The words we choose to present ourthoughts impact that creation all the more. Speech gives form to thought it makes our thoughts available to others. What are you creating with your words Do they empower Do they inspire Or do they harm Join us as we discussparticipation through the lens ofour thoughts and words.
Energy follows thought. It is factual, scientifically and spiritually. Managingour thoughts means taking responsibility for the part we play in fostering meaningful relationships and creating the world we live in. The words we choose to present ourthoughts impact that creation all the more. Speech gives form to thought it makes our thoughts available to others. What are you creating with your words Do they empower Do they inspire Or do they harm Join us as we discussparticipation through the lens ofour thoughts and words.
We wake up and life unfolds before us. With the first thought you think in the morning, you begin participating in creating the reality of your day. Will you continue on with the same stride or will you step to a new beat We refine thelevel and quality of our participation in this process through attention and intention. What do you participate in And how do you participate in it What is the energy behind your participationThat's for you to decide Join us.
We wake up and life unfolds before us. With the first thought you think in the morning, you begin participating in creating the reality of your day. Will you continue on with the same stride or will you step to a new beat We refine thelevel and quality of our participation in this process through attention and intention. What do you participate in And how do you participate in it What is the energy behind your participationThat's for you to decide Join us.
We move from last month's theme of 'interconnectivity' to this month's theme of 'participation.' We've established that we are all connected and interdependent therefore, our the way we live our lives... or the level and quality of our participation in life created our reality and shapes the experience of all of those around us. Join us as we introduce the theme of participation.
We move from last month's theme of 'interconnectivity' to this month's theme of 'participation.' We've established that we are all connected and interdependent therefore, our the way we live our lives... or the level and quality of our participation in life created our reality and shapes the experience of all of those around us. Join us as we introduce the theme of participation.
As we learn to navigate group experience we refine our sense of interconnectedness and in the process we become an ever-valuable asset to the whole of humanity. How do we do this On today's show we will explore the notion of a "cosmic citizen" and the ways to become one and make the most of being one. Join us.
As we learn to navigate group experience we refine our sense of interconnectedness and in the process we become an ever-valuable asset to the whole of humanity. How do we do this On today's show we will explore the notion of a "cosmic citizen" and the ways to become one and make the most of being one. Join us.
Group activity fosters a sense of interconnectedness and an awareness that we are part of a greater whole, yet being a part of a functioning group requires effort, discipline and a degree of self-realization. On today's show we will explore the move from self identification to group awareness and itsimplicit rewards. Join us
Group activity fosters a sense of interconnectedness and an awareness that we are part of a greater whole, yet being a part of a functioning group requires effort, discipline and a degree of self-realization. On today's show we will explore the move from self identification to group awareness and itsimplicit rewards. Join us
On today's show we will explore the illusions that keep us held in the belief that we are independant rather than interdependant. Science has proven that we are all interconnected, so why is it that we so often default to an "us vs them" mentality Join us.
On today's show we will explore the illusions that keep us held in the belief that we are independant rather than interdependant. Science has proven that we are all interconnected, so why is it that we so often default to an "us vs them" mentality Join us.
Science and spirituality seem to pull from the same pool of words as they describe our reality: energy, connection, expansion, etc. We can learn a lot about ourselves and the spiritual path by exploring our cosmos from a scientific perspective. On today's show we will discuss the principles that underlie or cosmos and the ways that energy creates our manifest reality.
Science and spirituality seem to pull from the same pool of words as they describe our reality: energy, connection, expansion, etc. We can learn a lot about ourselves and the spiritual path by exploring our cosmos from a scientific perspective. On today's show we will discuss the principles that underlie or cosmos and the ways that energy creates our manifest reality.
We are extremely excited to be back together for a third season of Spirit Fire Radio.Our shows thus far have revealed that the spiritual path need nottake you to the mountain top, into the monastery, or under the Bodhi Tree in order to inspire expansionhellip it can simply direct youout into day to day existence, amongst human beings, immersed in life itself. Last season weprovided insight into the tools to make theexperience of the spiritual path meaningful and purposeful.This year we will ldquozoom outrdquo to explore the universal laws and principles that effect our reality and determine the effectiveness of our time on planet earth. We hope you'll join us each weekOn today's show we will discuss the principle of interconnectivity and the ways it permeates our existence.
We are extremely excited to be back together for a third season of Spirit Fire Radio.Our shows thus far have revealed that the spiritual path need nottake you to the mountain top, into the monastery, or under the Bodhi Tree in order to inspire expansionhellip it can simply direct youout into day to day existence, amongst human beings, immersed in life itself. Last season weprovided insight into the tools to make theexperience of the spiritual path meaningful and purposeful.This year we will ldquozoom outrdquo to explore the universal laws and principles that effect our reality and determine the effectiveness of our time on planet earth. We hope you'll join us each weekOn today's show we will discuss the principle of interconnectivity and the ways it permeates our existence.
It's been a wonderfully full year on Spirit Fire Radio. Month to month we examined purposful topics -navigation tools for the spiritual path and we discussedthe challenges and benefits of working with these tools. On today's show Steve and Dorothy will share their personal highlights and the wisdom gained from their experience of exploring these topics. Join us
It's been a wonderfully full year on Spirit Fire Radio. Month to month we examined purposful topics -navigation tools for the spiritual path and we discussedthe challenges and benefits of working with these tools. On today's show Steve and Dorothy will share their personal highlights and the wisdom gained from their experience of exploring these topics. Join us
'A life lived from the heart' translates as emobodied awareness of our innate interconnectedness. That awareness is generated from an open and receptive mind. We can cultivate love-wisdom. On this show we will duscuss the variousways in which that is accomplished in daily life.
'A life lived from the heart' translates as emobodied awareness of our innate interconnectedness. That awareness is generated from an open and receptive mind. We can cultivate love-wisdom. On this show we will duscuss the variousways in which that is accomplished in daily life.
This month we are discussing the concept of Love-Wisdom, two energetically aligned aspects of the spiritual path. On this episode we will discuss the various barriers which block their expression and the ways that this impactsour personal life, relationships, and the world at large.
This month we are discussing the concept of Love-Wisdom, two energetically aligned aspects of the spiritual path. On this episode we will discuss the various barriers which block their expression and the ways that this impactsour personal life, relationships, and the world at large.
This month we are discussing the concept of Love-Wisdom, two energetically aligned aspects of the spiritual path. On this episode we will discuss the various barriers which block their expression and the ways that this impactsour personal life, relationships, and the world at large.
Love creates bonds based on our similarities wisdom brings deep understanding and keen discernment to the forefront. Togetherthey create a force for positive change. On today's show we discuss the importance of developing the quality of love-wisdom in our everyday lives.
Love creates bonds based on our similarities wisdom brings deep understanding and keen discernment to the forefront. Togetherthey create a force for positive change. On today's show we discuss the importance of developing the quality of love-wisdom in our everyday lives.
Love creates bonds based on our similarities wisdom brings deep understanding and keen discernment to the forefront. Togetherthey create a force for positive change. On today's show we discuss the importance of developing the quality of love-wisdom in our everyday lives.
Love and wisdom may sound like two separate concepts, but thier relationship isenergeticallyintrinsic. We will spend the month of January discussing the myriad of ways that love and wisdom support each other and support you on the spiritual path. Join us
Love and wisdom may sound like two separate concepts, but thier relationship isenergeticallyintrinsic. We will spend the month of January discussing the myriad of ways that love and wisdom support each other and support you on the spiritual path. Join us
People often refer to intuition as the 'small voice' inside. How do we make room for that voice How do we transform it to the 'magnificent voice' inside Intuition must be developed and on thefinal week of thismonth's theme, we're going to discuss the many ways to do so.
People often refer to intuition as the 'small voice' inside. How do we make room for that voice How do we transform it to the 'magnificent voice' inside Intuition must be developed and on thefinal week of thismonth's theme, we're going to discuss the many ways to do so.
This week we move deeper into our monthly theme of intuition and reveal the part that critical thinking plays in our access to and facilitiy with intuition. At first glance, critical thinking and intuition seem to be on opposite ends of the conversation about consciousness, but you'd be surprised how much they rely on each other to maximise the use of your mind and keep you on the cutting edge of awareness Join us for this interesting exploration.
This week we move deeper into our monthly theme of intuition and reveal the part that critical thinking plays in our access to and facilitiy with intuition. At first glance, critical thinking and intuition seem to be on opposite ends of the conversation about consciousness, but you'd be surprised how much they rely on each other to maximise the use of your mind and keep you on the cutting edge of awareness Join us for this interesting exploration.
What interferes withintuition and how does clearing the way for it support or spiritual evolution What is spirituality if not the interplay of alignment and connectionOn this week's show we will discuss factors that may unconsciouly be keeping you out-of-tune. Join us
What interferes withintuition and how does clearing the way for it support or spiritual evolution What is spirituality if not the interplay of alignment and connectionOn this week's show we will discuss factors that may unconsciouly be keeping you out-of-tune. Join us
Our theme for the month of December is intuition. What is it What gets in it's way How do we engage and foster it in our everyday lives And what role does it play in spirituality Join us for a month of thinking outside of the box of the brain.
Our theme for the month of December is intuition. What is it What gets in it's way How do we engage and foster it in our everyday lives And what role does it play in spirituality Join us for a month of thinking outside of the box of the brain.
Forgiveness and love are intrinsically connected. When we forgive, we reestablish a connection that was severed and, though it may be subconscious, we acknowledge our innate interconnectedness. Forgiveness allows freedom from resistance, which is a keynote of love. On this episode we will discuss forgiveness as an entry point to the heart and the realm of unconditional love.
Forgiveness and love are intrinsically connected. When we forgive, we reestablish a connection that was severed and, though it may be subconscious, we acknowledge our innate interconnectedness. Forgiveness allows freedom from resistance, which is a keynote of love. On this episode we will discuss forgiveness as an entry point to the heart and the realm of unconditional love.
Forgiving those who have caused us harm or suffering is necessary in order to feel whole, present, and fully optimistic yet forgiveness takes considerable effort. On this episode, we will offer insights and tools which make the path to forgiveness easier to tread. The reward of forgiveness is freedom, and freedom is the path to true joy.
Why is forgiveness sometimes difficult It may be that forgiveness is complex and may often be misunderstood. "Forgive and forget" is an example of oversimplification. Similarly, "turn the other cheek" may not offer the necessary reconciliation for growth and/or proper detachment. On this episode we will look into the inherent difficulties that present themselves when we move toward forgiveness.
Maya Angelou calls forgiveness "one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself." As with all healing, we must first start within and then focus on the outer-world. The same is true with forgiveness. Often, the anger or resentment we feel toward another is masking the guilt or shame we feel within ourselves. On this episode, we will look at the importance of self-forgiveness and the ways in which it creates pathways to forgiving others.
November will see us discussing forgiveness and its place with our spiritual development. The long-lasting quote, "to err is human, to forgive divine," offers much to ponder. Is forgiveness a doorway to the divine If so, in what ways We will discuss the primary aspects of forgiveness on our next show. Join us.
Stability creates freedom. Freedom generates creativity. Co-creation is foundational to the spiritual path. On this eposode of Spirit Fire Radio, we will discuss the myriad of ways that stability leads to a fully realized state of being and ways to sustain this quality for a productive and meaningful life.
Diversity is one of humanity's greatests assets, yet remaining accepting of differences is one of our biggest chsallenges. How do we reconcile this Balance, integration and synthesis are moves in the right direction. On this episode of Spirit Fire Radio, we will discuss ways to find balance amongst multiple perspectives. Join us
How do we develop discernment in this fast-paced, fast-talking modern world A bit of mindfulness, self-knowledge, and the capacity to observe will set you on the right path. On this episose, we will discuss ways to engage your critical mind without creating a critical persona. Join us.
Discernment is the ability to judge well, to distinguish between truth and falsehood. On this episode, we explore the ways that truth and common good are inextricably linked. Join us.
We continue our explorationof discernment throughthe Riddle Scale. This system revealsthe ways that prejudice and discrimination tincure our lives. As we examine the subtletiesof bias in ourselves and in our society, we learn ways to develop a discerning mind.
The month of September will be dedicated to discernment. How do we discern between right and wrong, truth and falsehood, productive attitudes and limiting beliefs Through discernmet we come to know our selves, and as a result, create opportunies forbeing 'a part of the solution' as opposed to being 'a part of the problem.'We will begin by looking at the Riddle Scale which wasdeveloped to analyze homophobia but expanded to other social issues.
We are born with a compassionate instinct yet, not unlike our muscles, if we don't use it, we lose it. That said, modern life is saturated with stories and examples of the way we harm one another and the life onourplanet. We are all well aware of sufferring, but are we well aware of the presence of compassion On this show we will discuss ways to generate compassion and balance suffering with the care and consideration of the human heart.
In the face of suffering, making our way towardcomapsssion can sometimes be tough. Recent examples of senseless human tragedy have been hard to process some have gone as far as saying that finding peace within these events is not useful. What are the challenges withkeeping our inner alignment so as to offer compassion to those in need This is the topic of today's show.
Life on this planet evolves through relationship. Compassion is necessary in this process. But what is compassion, exactly It is not this same as emapathy or altruism, though they are related. On this episode of Spirit Fire Radio, we'll explore compassion its meaning, purpose, and place in our lives.
Small things are big things On this show we will discuss ways, big and small, to incorporate harmlessness into your life. We'll offer daily practices for noticing harm and shifting attitudes and actions toward altruism. Join us
Being harmless is much more than being kind and it goes beyond having a friendly disposition. Our thoughts form reality. Being harmless is an all-inclusive way of being, living, and breathingwhich creates an inner and outer environment ofsupport, respect, dignity, and compassion. We'll explore the body, mind, and spirit aspects of harmlessness this week.
It is a fact that our modern culture offers more images and examples of harm than harmlessness. We may not be conscious of the myriad of ways that harmfulness pervades our every day life and thus reinforces separativeness, competition, and dualistic behavior. As we identify harmfulness, we can work towards its undoing.
What is harmlessness Why do people choose actions that would harm another Are there actions which may cause harm unintentionally or unconsciously We will spend the month of July exploring the concept of harm and looking into ways of developing the ethic of harmlessness in our every day lives.
Goodness of heart, kindness in action, and consideration for others: these are the ingredients of goodwill. As we begin to incorporate these qualities into our day to day, we begin to see globalchange for the better. On this show we will describe the many ways that you are form-fit for goodwill and inspire you toward action which promotes human welfare.
When we think of acts of goodwill, we often imaginehumanity on the receiving end. As stewards of our planet, we must extend goodwill to all kingdoms: human, animal, plant and mineral. Expanding our concept of personhood is a wonderful way to do that. Join us for fascinating discussion about the other"people" in our midst.
The premise of goodwill is that you do something today and the benefits are received in the future, what's more is that the benefits are for the greater good and not necessarily for personal gain. Between the modern spiritual emphasis on the Now and today'sculture of instant gratification, it is easy to see howgoodwill could be overlooked. Join us as we continue June's discussions on goodwill.
We all posses the capacity for goodwill. In other words, our actions have the potential to move us all toward harmony and peace. On this episode, we explore the definition of goodwill, why it is important, and offer excercises to bring it to the forefront of your actions.
We'll explore the relationship between right action and each of the monthly topics that we've covered thus far on Spirit Fire Radio. How does right action stem from right speech Can hopecreate ease around right action Is right action inherent within our human family Join us as we revisit our past themes and look at them through the lens of right action.
ldquoThe future depends on what you do today.rdquo -- Mahatma GandhiThrough cultivating right action on a regular basis, we can help create the world we'd like to live in. Do you envision a world in which all beings are treated with dignityIn which well-being is forefront in global priorities In which integrity is the quality first recognized in our world leaders It starts with you. Today's show looks at ways we can incorporate right action into our day to day lives.
Our moral compass is the internal guide that leads us toward right action in the form of ethical behavior and virtuous decision-making. How do we ensure that our compass still points True North How do we care for it and calibrate it when necessary On this episode, we will discussour moral guidance system and explore the waysthat it can assist us in moving through our world.
We are living in a world right now where ldquoalternate factsrdquo and ldquofake newsrdquo blur the lines of a clear picture of what is appropriate. We seem to being losing our way, morally speaking. On this show, we will discuss why it can be so difficult to discern what is right action and how we decide to act.
Right speech leads to right action. We will spend the month of May discussing the concept of right action. We are moral agents, you and I we have the capacity to reflect on a situation, decide how we intend to act, and then act. Our actions steward both our personal experience and our planetary existence. Letrsquos get it right
Right speech is foundational in creating a positive, meaningful and productivelife.We will wrap up our month-long series on right speech by discussing ways to cultivate it in yourday to day. We will offer suggestionsthat will guide you toward speaking your truth and offerconstructive ways to help you and your aquaintencesbe more mindful of language and its impact on theenvironment. Join us
There is a barometer that right speech has used through the ages to determine if the words that are about tobe utteredare worthy of receptive ears. Socrates called it "The Test of Three," Rumi called it "The Three Gates." Before you speak up, ask yourself three important questions. Is what I'm about to saytrue Is it kind Is it necessary If the answer to all three of these questions is yes, then let your words be heard by all. On our next episode, we will discuss the makings of right speech. Join us
It is said that silence is golden. Indeed, learning to know when to speak and when to be silent is a valuable life lesson. On this episode we will explore the power of silence and its connection to wisdom, inner-strength, and authenticity. Join us and discover why right speech has a definite ally in the sweet sound of stillness
For the month of April, we will explore right speech. The spoken word is thought made manifest. Words make sentences, sentences make conversation, and conversations move us into creative action. What are you creating with your words Do they empower Do they inspire We will look at the positive effects on right speech and the influence that our words have on creating our reality.
If options and optimism are key components to harnessing the power of hope, then our spiritual guides are ldquohope generatorsrdquo of sorts. On todayrsquos show we invite author, teacher and speaker, Rabbi Rami Shapiro. His advice column for Spirituality amp Health, ldquoRoadside Assistance for the Spiritual Traveler,rdquo generates hope for the masses and ponders many of the spiritual questions that wersquove pondered on our show. Join us for this light-hearted conversation.
Hope is an integral part of our spiritual development.Wersquove become certain of this over the course of this monthrsquos theme. Hope shows itself as we move in the direction of our evolution:change creates options, options create optimism, optimism opens the door to hope. How can we apply this to our spiritual evolution And how can we ensure that hope guides our footing on the spiritual path Join us for this discussion
Hope is not an emotion, it is an aspect of your life. Creating environments that make room for hope will bring it to the forefront of your experiences and allow for it's magic to pervade. Not unlike your muscles you've gotta use 'em or loose 'em, hope is there to serve.
Is your glass half full or half empty Generating hope has its basis in how we approach life and its challenges. Do we learn hopelessness and can it be undone We will discuss how life's challenges are actually challenges to hope itself.
What is hope What part does it play in our spiritual evolution Hope is ever present By exploring its universal qualities and its relationship to our joy, faith, and optimism we can unlock our personal growth potential aligning ourselves with positive outcomes.
On this episode of Spirit Fire Radio, we will discuss ways to optimize our human and spiritual potential. Science may tell us how to navigate our human experience, but it is spirituality that shows us why we do so. If we accept the scientific notions that we are interconnected and interdependent, what might we do differently Therein lies the key to incorporating spiritual concepts in your everyday human life.
There are many spiritual principles that reflect scientific principles both are on a quest to understand our place within the whole. It is ldquoyour placerdquo within the human family that makes the spiritual adventure unique. Each of us is free to choose the way we respond to the world around us. On this show we will discuss the ways in which spirituality can lead us in the direction of informed choices.
When we understand the principles that govern how we coexist as a human family, we have greater facility in creating positive experiences. Science has proven that we are greater than the sum of our partshellip and therersquos more. On this show, we continue the discussion on the structure of the human experience and the crossroads where science and spirit meet.
We are beginning a series of shows on Understanding Our Human Family. Both science and spirituality ask similar questions. Who are we Why are we And how do the answers to these questions inform our way of life This week we will discuss the scientific principles that underlie our reality and create the stage for our human family affairs.
Spirit Fire Radio is back with hosts Dr. Dorothy Riddle and Steve Kramer. The second season promises to shed light on universal spiritual principles that can help guide you toward purposeful living. Learn more about Spirit Fire Radio and its mission to help you cultivate consciousness in everyday life.
ldquoGone away is the blue bird, here to stay is the new bird,rdquo as the wintery wonderland song goes. Embracing the ldquonew birdrdquo of change can feel daunting or it can feel exciting and inspiring. Wersquore going to tap into the secrets of navigating change and discuss the tools that you have available right now to create the world you envision.
ldquoThank you.rdquo ldquoMuch appreciated.rdquo ldquoIrsquom so grateful.rdquo We may say these phrases often, but do we actually experience them as often With Thanksgiving approaching, Dr. Dorothy Riddle and Steve will explore what it means to give thanks in the form of gratitude. What is gratitude, and what is it not What are the main ingredients of gratitude and how can we cultivate more of it in our lives Wersquoll dive deep into those questions and give you a hint why gratitude goes so well with a turkey dinner Please join us
Is it possible to maintain a spiritual attitude during an intense political season Absolutely Dr. Dorothy Riddle and Steve will look into ways that you can engage politics, civic responsibilities, and this whacky election year while your keeping spirituality and your higher-self intact.
We are thrilled to invite Dr. Dorothy Riddle back to our show for a third conversation. This time we explore the first book in her rich three volume series, Enough For Us All.This selection,Principles of Abundance for the Cosmic Citizenshows us how understanding our fundamental interconnectedness and our ability as energetic beings to create our own reality can provide us with the tools to tackle the challenging issues confronting us as a human race. It translates the principles of quantum physics into practical tools that we can use to transform ourselves and our communities. It dovetails beautifully with the themes of our final steps of The Practice of Living Awareness.This week we engage the Central Channel as step thirteen of our fourteen step meditation program. As we begin to sense the entire practice coming together, we simultaneously sense allthat is available to us with each and every breath. Indeed, we are energy beings, stewards of consciousness, and cosmic citizens of universal abundance... our Central Channels sees to itJoin us as we explore these notions.
Why is ldquous versus themrdquo thinking a problem Why do we keep behaving in ways that are harmful to ourselves and our relationships We talk with Dr. Dorothy Riddle about how we learn dualistic habits at an early age, the ways that we depersonalize ourselves and others as a result, and how we can use the brainrsquos neuroplasticity to change those habits. Dorothy has a unique ability to integrate research from quantum physics, the life sciences, and the social sciences so that it is easy to read and filled with exercises to help us apply the concepts in our personal lives. Having been a target of shunning, stalking, and discrimination herself, she is realistic about the complex causes of escalating violence in our world today. The change strategies that she describes are practical and can be applied by anyone wanting to live a more meaningful life. Her latest book, Moving Beyond Duality, has been described as a ldquomust read for those who seek to effect changerdquo by ForeWord CLARION Reviews.
With so many examples of inconceivably reckless violence surfacing week to week, we cannot help but ask ourselves questions. Where have we gone wrong What part do I play in this Can I be a part of the solutionHarmlessness is at the center of all spiritual traditions, yet the violence continues, and often in the name order, duty, or religion. Again, where have we gone wrongA few weeks ago, on one of our favorite shows to date, we discussed moving beyond duality and the harms of an "us vs. them" mentality with Dr. Dorothy Riddle. The conversation continues. Dr. Riddle has written a three volume series of books entitled Enough For Us All Volume Two is entitled Positive Harmlessness In Practice. In it, Dr. Riddleposits that we have no collective experience of harmlessness because our habits of harm are so pervasive. She offers daily practices to build our "harmlessness muscle," invites us to embrace an ethic of harmlessness, and introduces the Harmlessness Scale as an opportunity to self-check.This conversation coincides with Spirit Fire's weekly meditations on Mind, which is step 9 of The Practice of Living Awareness.The first half of ourmeditation programdelivered the tools necessary to establishshamatha, orpeaceful abiding. The second half leads one to a greater understanding of vipassyana,or penetrating insight. When these two methods or states of being are effectively combined, a Living Awareness unfolds.Violence and harm are learned behaviors. The mind has contracted to the point of ignorance and indifference. May our conversation shed some light on processes that will counter this state of being with expansiveness, understanding, and awareness. Please join us.
This week we are meditating on Step 2, Tip of the Nose, in The Practice of Living Awareness. As a tool, this step is designed to bring the practitionerrsquos attention to a point of focus. As the mind often drifts or follows a thought, it is helpful to remind practitioners, ldquobring your attention back to the tip of the nose.rdquo We often discussed this step in terms of focus. This week we're going to talk about the effects of the step as opposed to the tool that creates the effects. The effect within the practice is that your world opens up to the dynamism of the breath. You begin to notice the usually not noticed. You become engaged, thus intrigued, by the present moment and all that it has to offerhellip instead of the thought that you were chasing that is most likely the same thought yoursquove been chasing for a yearEngagement in the present moment means there is no separation in your mind. Wouldn't a world beyond separation be sublime This week we invitedpsychologist, social change specialist, and spiritual coach, Dr. Dorothy Riddle, to talk about her new book, Moving Beyond Duality. Much of her work centers on correcting the harmful effects of prejudice and visioning a world free of an "us vs them" mentality. To "notice the usually not noticed" is another should be a joyful act of discovery as opposed to a limiting act of judgement. Dr. Riddle, take us there