Though many people every day all over the world sit on floors, on cushions, on their heels or on chairs in an attempt to enter into some level of inner stillness or broadened consciousness, very few actually ever manage to go very far into that sought-after state. Most people do feel more relaxed after the quiet times in which they chose to meditate. That is in itself a worthy result. But most wish that they could go further into the stillness...
As part of the BBC's Our World documentary series, The Human Torches of Tibet looks at the recent self-immolations and protests in Tibet and their impact on the Tibetan exiled community. BBC correspondent Sue Lloyd-Roberts asks the Dalai Lama for his views on the current situation in Tibet and questions whether the policy of non-violence is still viable. There are also interviews with the Kalon Tripa Lobsang Sangay, witnesses to self-immolations...
In Life After Life Raymond Moody investigates case studies of people who experienced “clinical death” and were subsequently revived. The extraordinary stories presented here provide evidence that there is life after physical death, as Moody recounts the testimonies of those who have been to the “other side” and back — all bearing striking similarities of an overwelming positive nature. These moving and inspiring accounts give us a glimpse of the...
Every morning we wake up and regain consciousness that is a marvelous fact but what exactly is it that we regain? Neuroscientist Antonio Damasio uses this simple question to give us a glimpse into how our brains create our sense of self.
The morning, the start of the day at the OSHO International Meditation Resort is a very special and beautiful time. The morning is a song.
Check out this video that compares the size of the Earth to the other planets in our solar system, as well as other stars, the galaxy, and beyond. Despite our microscopic presence in the Universe, it's pretty cool that we can love, laugh and celebrate.
