What's God Got to Do With IT?

By Joshua Ryan De Bets

Christianity in the United States is noticing a steady decline in patrons who identify themselves strongly with the religion. Find out why the numbers are falling and why more people are becoming spiritual free-thinkers. 

Transcendental Meditation: Simple to Learn, Easy to Practice

By Joshua Ryan De Bets

Transcendental Meditation has been improving the lives of many in Western society since it was brought to the public's attention in 1958. With many positive side effects, meditation can offer an outlet for stress relief and lead to feelings of  harmony. 

Is Yoga Religious?

By John N. Sheveland ... via ChristianCentury.org

Yoga has become a popular exercise designed to stretch and strengthen muscles, but has yoga been dissociated from Hinduism? Some Christians now argue that practicing yoga is disregarding the “biblical witness” and Christians dabbling in yoga represent a contradiction.

Things to Give Up in Order to Move Forward

via MarcAndAngel.com

Sometimes it's hard to recognize the forces in our life that seem to hold us back, but all it takes is a little determination and a few removals to get where you need to go. Read these tips on editing negative energy that puts up blockades. 

Texas Teen Carries 12 Foot Cross to D.C.

By Xhiljola Nano

Junior Garcia, 19, from Texas stood up for his belief in God by walking a 12 foot cross all the way to Washington D.C. It took 37 days, but Garcia made the impact of a lifetime.

Brainwave Frequencies For Meditation

via ScienceDaily.com

Learn about the different sound frequencies used to nourish your brain during different states of consciousness.

The Relation Between Religion and Crime

via ScienceDaily.com

Studies have found an interestingly lower crime rate in countries who strongly believe in a hell, and higher crime rates in those that strongly believe in a heaven. Does the thought of an after-life influence our behavior in this life?

The Simplicity of Practicing the Tao

By Britt Hysen

Taoism is an ancient Eastern philosophy that practices flowing with your life. It is often represented by water - seeking the path of least resistance, yet strong enough to demolish even stone.

100 Ways to Raise Your Consciousness

via 4Mind4Life.com

Start by connecting with nature – Go for a walk in the forest, jungle, field of daisies, or wherever you feel like getting a connection with nature. It is possible to feel at deep sense of peace and oneness when you attempt to connect with nature. As you learn to connect and appreciate nature, you allow your consciousness to rise up.

Out with the Old, In with the Bold

via Wakeup-World.com

All goals are set in the mind and begin with our thoughts. It doesn’t matter what the wish is, only that we have it and, at the moment, believe it is something that will help us attain more stability in our hearts and minds.

6 Meditation Tips for Beginners

via PicktheBrain.com

Interested in beginning meditation but don’t know where to start? The good news is that all you need is 5-10 minutes a day to get started. Follow these 6 easy tips to start your meditation practice.