Category Archives: Health and well being

The Green Thing

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

Checking out at the store, a young cashier suggested to the older woman that she should bring her own grocery bags because plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized and explained, “We didn’t have this green thing … Continue reading →

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2021 dates for Day of Meditation and 3-day online retreats

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

In Spring of 2020, in support of the world and humanity, a monthly Day of Meditation was inaugurated. It is free, open to anyone, and online. You are welcome to join part or all of each day per month. Below … Continue reading →

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Meditation: red AH 2

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

The words magnetize and attract were added to meanings associated with the element fire which is represented by the color red. Sitting around a campfire, sooner or later, everyone gets quiet. They are mesmerized, lulled into a comfort and peace. … Continue reading →

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Reciting sutra to quell disharmony and disease

Posted on December 2, 2020 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

There are numerous rituals and practices, prayers and mantras that people around the world are doing to promote well-being for all. In times of epidemic or famine or natural disaster, even more people pray or invoke protectors or perform a … Continue reading →

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Garden Yummies

Posted on October 29, 2020 by Donna Mitchell-Moniak

It seems that Mother Nature has perfected abundance and generosity. One plant will usually produce copious beauty, a profuse harvest for birds, chipmunks, and humans, and offer shade to other plants, animal life, and people. Not only will Mother Nature … Continue reading →

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