About me - James Mcconnell

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

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 becau...

Health & Fitness > Depression Is depression really a medical condition?

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...

Health & Fitness > Depression Depression: Whom to call when suicidal

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 he...

Health & Fitness > Mental Illness Age old practices that heal depression and suicidal tendencies

Age Old Practices Heal Depression and Suicidal Tendencies 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 i...

Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights The fundamental process involved in the search for meaning

Effective Depression Relief Overview 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 d...

Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Personal toilet cleanliness

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 dir...

Health & Fitness > Alternative Health (Other) Is cupping an effective treatment?

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 ...

Home & Garden > Architecture Beehive homes: A tribal calling

A Tribal Calling - Benefits of a Beehive Dwelling A Tribal Life is a natural way of living that conforms to our physical, mental and spiritual needs. We are meant to live simplistic holistic lives in complete conformity with our natural surroundings. If we are not living this life, we are suffering. Locked in an office build...

Pets & Animals > Animal Rights & Issues The Humane Society: Genuine critter concerns, or power trip in the name of pets?

The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Cockroaches. (SPCC) SPCC, activists laid down outside a major public restroom (WC) last week to protest the continued inhumane abuse and treatment of cockroaches. After months of unauthorized hidden camera studies documenting the interaction between the public and cockroaches no f...

Health & Fitness > Anxiety & Panic Disorders Symptoms of panic anxiety attacks

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 ...


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