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James and Suzanne McConnell - Sufi Celebrants, whatever that is, who has extensively traveled the Middle East in search of spirituality, not to be confused with religion as an idenitity worn by proud fools. Not writers per-se but interested in sharing a perspective

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Religion & Spirituality > Islam Living as a Muslim in America: 1 of 18
Let me offer a first hand insider view of what it really means to be Muslim in America. Perhaps some of you can benefit from my fifteen years of experience - attempting to find Islam anywhere, let alone in America.What I can tell you would fill several books, so I will do my best to be brief.I left Christian thinking because ... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Is depression really a medical condition?: 1 of 3
Despite the many proclaimed advances in the field of psychology and pharmacology, depression continues to increase at an alarming rate. Pills and conventional therapy are simply band-aid treatments placed upon gaping wounds that are grossly ineffective in addressing the root problems of depression. If they worked, depression ... More..
Health & Fitness > Depression Depression: Whom to call when suicidal: 6 of 17
The patterns of human existence and survival have shifted so dramatically over the last twenty to fifty years that at least two generations have been utterly disconnected from a way of life that connected humanity to the earth in a manner that caused human beings to instinctively respect the earth. In turn, the earth gave hea... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religious Speculations & Criticisms The most spiritual places on Earth: 6 of 13
The heart certainly is the most spiritual place on earth but most of us need a guide to take us to this wonderful destination. How foolish of us to set out on a journey to a place we have never been when there are people who have gone there before and know the way. When the road divides it may appear that one way is better th... More..
Health & Fitness > Anxiety & Panic Disorders Symptoms of panic anxiety attacks: 9 of 19
Every time you turn around there is a new disorder to worry about and yet another wonder drug to cure your problem.I am going to introduce something to everyone that most everyone does not want to hear. These mental, emotional and related physical disorders are not medical problems. Oh boy, does that just get your knickers in... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christian Beliefs & Culture Was Christ really crucified?: 2 of 4
When Jesus had come to about thirty-three years of age, the Jewish authority of the day was very fed up with him and his influence on their people. They whispered among themselves and devised a plan to get rid of the Christ, for indeed he was the Christ, the Messiah, but they did not accept him as such.Knowing that the people... More..
Health & Fitness > Mental Illness Age old practices that heal depression and suicidal tendencies: 1 of 2
Age Old Practices Heal Depression and Suicidal TendenciesThe patterns of human existence and survival have shifted so dramatically over the last twenty to fifty years that at least two generations have been utterly disconnected from a way of life that connected humanity to the earth in a manner that caused human beings to ins... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights The fundamental process involved in the search for meaning: 1 of 2
Effective Depression ReliefOverview Despite the many proclaimed advances in the field of psychology and pharmacology, depression continues to increase at an alarming rate. Pills and conventional therapy are simply band-aid treatments placed upon gaping wounds that are grossly ineffective in addressing the root problems of dep... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Personal toilet cleanliness: 1 of 2
Most of the world cleans themselves with water after using the toilet. Like it or not, Americans are perceived as dirty and with good reason - most of us are when it comes to toilet hygiene. Don't be offended, however, a little adult potty training might be in order.Toilet paper is not only an expensive habit it is both dirty... More..
Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) Is cupping an effective treatment?: 1 of 1
Is cupping an effective treatment?Cupping - Effective Treatment or Not?Cupping, Hijama, Buhwang . . . Effective Treatment or Not?Known by many names, practiced by many cultures, cupping is an ancient practice that is quickly gaining much attention in the West. The dangers arises when capitalistic influences driven by the prof... More..