Connect with others seeking non-religious spiritual insight, guidance, support, inspiration, healing, comfort, joy and peace. Gaiam Community offers a place to share, learn, sound off, weigh in and be a part of something bigger than yourself, without subscribing to religious belief systems. http://life.gaiam.com Sat, 7 Nov 2009 03:39:40 -0800 en-us http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Practice-Patience-in-Stressful-Times.html It's hard to practice patience, especially in this fast-paced, constantly on-the-go world we live in. But being patient helps you feel peaceful and calm, avoid toxic emotions like anger and frustration, and improve your sense of well-being and relationships with others. We asked M.J. Ryan, author of "The Power of Patience," for tips on practicing patience -- whether it's waiting at the doctor's office, sitting in traffic or getting through stressful times.]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:55:45 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Practice-Patience-in-Stressful-Times.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/The-Intention-Experiment-Where-the-Lost-Symbol-Fiction-Becomes-Fact.html "It may prove true that one good thought is all it takes to heal the world," says Lynne McTaggart, who is featured in Dan Brown's latest best-seller "The Lost Symbol" for her work and research on the power of intention. Lynne reveals how this central idea in "The Lost Symbol" -- the power of thought to change and even heal the world -- is demonstrated every week through her Intention Experiment.]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:29:37 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/The-Intention-Experiment-Where-the-Lost-Symbol-Fiction-Becomes-Fact.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/5-Keys-to-Extraordinary-Love.html What's the secret for building strong, lasting relationships? Paul and Patricia Richards explain how sending five positive messages to others -- especially your mate -- will create powerful intimacy. An excerpt from their new book "Wild Attraction: A Ruthlessly Practical Guide to Extraordinary Relationship."]]> Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:46:12 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/5-Keys-to-Extraordinary-Love.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Defy-Gravity-Wisdom-from-Caroline-Myss.html A woman instantly healed her chronic back and shoulder pain. Others struggling with cancer, diabetes and HIV/AIDS turned to the same cure. Discover the healing power of deep meditation, silence and prayer -- the kind that allows you to let go of your senses and reach a state of a calmness you will never forget.]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:39:52 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Defy-Gravity-Wisdom-from-Caroline-Myss.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Shift-from-Ambition-to-Meaning-Film-Preview-and-QA-with-Dr.-Wayne-Dyer-About-His-New-Film.html In this exclusive interview with Dr. Wayne Dyer -- who stars in this month's Spiritual Cinema Circle feature film "The Shift" -- find out how he has coped with his own most unexpected life challenges. Plus, get the inside scoop on the making and spiritual meaning of his new film "The Shift."]]> Fri, 16 Oct 2009 07:00:07 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/How-to-Shift-from-Ambition-to-Meaning-Film-Preview-and-QA-with-Dr.-Wayne-Dyer-About-His-New-Film.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Relationship-Deja-Vu-Get-Wise-Not-Trapped.html Feel like you replay the same broken record in one relationship after another? Same arguments and issues? The role you tend to play in relationships can leave you trapped in the same patterns over and over. Knowing yours will help you change them for the better. Find out two of the most common relationship roles, the traps they often lead to, and tips on how to heal and grow from them.]]> Fri, 9 Oct 2009 14:42:27 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Relationship-Deja-Vu-Get-Wise-Not-Trapped.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/CrisisCoping-Strategies-to-Survive-Tough-Times.html Any change can be a challenge. A life crisis -- bankruptcy, divorce, death, job loss -- can be downright devastating. But it's possible to come through a crisis feeling more grateful, healthier and even happier than before.Try these crisis-coping strategies to survive and even thrive amid tough times.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:08:08 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/CrisisCoping-Strategies-to-Survive-Tough-Times.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Wheres-the-Springboard-in-Your-Relationship.html Relationships become fascinating when we ask ourselves, "What is it I am trying to learn or heal by connecting with this person?" Learn how to answer this question and view relationships as springboards to life lessons that help you create healthier, more enjoyable connections with others.]]> Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Wheres-the-Springboard-in-Your-Relationship.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/3-Ways-to-Cleanse-Your-Consciousness-to-Feel-Healthier-and-More-Vibrant.html "More often than not, our bodies show up like a nuisance, another thing that has to be fed, cared for, and maintained — another “to-do” on our long list that must be checked off," writes Debbie Ford in her book 21-Day Consciousness Cleanse. "The fact is this: the more love and reverence you give your body, the better you will feel." Follow these three steps to help you cleanse your consciousness, respect your body and sustain a healthy, vibrant life.]]> Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:18:37 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/3-Ways-to-Cleanse-Your-Consciousness-to-Feel-Healthier-and-More-Vibrant.html http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Forgiveness-The-Formula-for-Compassion.html "We live in relationship, which guarantees we will be hurt by others and inevitably will hurt them," writes Marc Ian Barasch in his book, The Compassionate Life. But what should we do when others hurt us? See how learning to forgive could be the formula to living a compassionate life.]]> Tue, 8 Sep 2009 14:48:15 -0700 http://life.gaiam.com/gaiam/p/Forgiveness-The-Formula-for-Compassion.html