Indigenous people around the world have faced countless challenges in protecting and practicing their religions and beliefs. Indigenous beliefs are a part of Indigenous religions. Religion and beliefs are separate from Indigenous traditions, however. There are religious traditions within Indigenous cultures, and non-religious traditions within Indigenous cultures.
Shifting times indeed.
Autumn is always a season of change. It is also a season of hope, of sharing, of community, of sharing stories and taking time for reflection.
All still true as times continue to shift.
Music is a fine companion for all that, through all the changes. That is still true, as well.
We are here on this planet to learn.This spinning schoolhouse in this vast universe is the perfect stage to play out our dreams, ambitions, foibles, and proclivities.
My journey from Broadway and film to a pilgrimage around the world and back again began with an NDE. Although I was raised with a very traditional Christian background, I needed to explore the various spiritual traditions in the world.
The Cyprus Residency by Investment Program, commonly referred to as the Golden Visa, is a government initiative that grants foreign investors and their families the opportunity to obtain a residence permit in exchange for significant investment in the country’s economy. This program aims to attract foreign capital and foster economic growth.
November is National Thank You Letter Month (NTYLM), a month-long celebration dedicated to fostering gratitude through the simple yet profound act of writing thank you letters. As the creator of this initiative, I encourage children—and people of all ages—to rediscover the time-honored art of expressing thanks.
The separation of church and state is a founding principle of the United States of America. It is an important cornerstone of democratic governance of the American constitutional framework.
It is important to the human right of freedom of religion.
I’m so excited to share an incredible book with you today: Atlas of Paranormal Places: A Journey to the World's Most Supernatural Places. Written by Evelyn Hollow, this book offers a uniquely dark armchair journey to the shocking supernatural events, ghosts, and unexplained phenomena that have captivated humankind for as long as we have told stories to each other, looked to the skies, and wondered whether we really are alone…
What would it be like to move to a new country, not to visit but to live there, to relocate your life?
Maybe that's a long time plan you are researching. Perhaps it's a passing dream you've thought of now and then. Maybe A Better Life for Half the Price, the title of Tim Leffel's book, has you curious.
Want to move or retire overseas, but not quite sure where to start? Kathleen Peddicord has written an excellent guide - How To Retire Overseas, and, as the book notes, indeed includes everything you need to know to live well (for less) abroad.
In the northern hemisphere, the 11th month of the year conjures images of everything fall festival. Cities and small towns share their Gilmore Girl-inspired events amidst colorful foliage, pumpkin overload, and orchards upon orchards of apple picking.
Like years, seasons, and hormones, everything comes in cycles—and that includes elections.
