The legendary Gracie dynasty, master of jiu jitsu I have been a fan of martial arts from the first time I watched a Bruce Lee movie. However, before that, I followed boxing and watched every championship bout broadcasted on television. My father was a fight...
Author: Paul Rodney Turner
A poem for Bhimal — a blessed birth
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
January 31, 2016
You were conceived in Nepal — in room 433 At exactly 3:44 am — it was mangal arati. An auspicious time — Lord Brahma’s divine hour, We prayed for a yogi of considerable power… A devotee of God — a servant and sage, Someone that...
Juliana’s Empowering Birth Story
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
December 22, 2015
In a nutshell…my wife is a champion, just like every single mother in the world today and before — all of them are just amazing. To give birth to a child is a miracle, and my wife personifies everything amazing about mothers. Giving birth to...
Transforming Lives: 2 Million Meals a Day
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
December 12, 2015
My interview on the Yoga Talk Show on July 17, 2014, with Lucas Rockwood. Lucas Rockwood: “In this Show, you’ll learn: Why Paul is called the “food yogi” and what it means to him. Discover how Food for Life Global serves over 2 million meals...
Praise goes a long way We should actively seek out and acknowledge the positive traits in those around us. By doing so, we not only uplift them but also create a more supportive and encouraging environment for everyone. and let them know how much we...
On the occasion of our first wedding anniversary (November 22) My dearest Juliana, I can hardly believe — a whole year has past, like a lightening rod — it went so fast, You captured my heart — in the blink of an eye, As the...
A poem for Dana – the Rebel with a heart.
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
November 10, 2015
There’s a young maiden called Dana — with Latin origins like Santana, Who turns 18, on this very day! She is shy to the bone — and happy to be alone, But if you called her, she’d say, “hey” Walking by your side — with a...
Complete Welfare – POEM
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
November 8, 2015
NOTE: I wrote this poem when I was a monk to capture and explain the essence of what Food for Life was. Yes, I have been with the charity a long time, beginning in 1983. A Vaisnava’s compassion knows no limit; it is said, “Oceanic and sweet—distinguished...
So today it’s my birthday – POEM
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
November 3, 2015
(Sung to the tune of John Lennon’s, “So, this is Christmas“) So, today it’s my birthday, So what can I do? I’m now one year older…and I want to boohoo, But it’s time to be happy, A time to rejoice, A day to remember…that I have...
Why People Hesitate to Donate Small Amounts
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
September 19, 2015
I have been running charities since 1989 when I registered by my first non-profit in Australia, called Hare Krishna Food for Life Hunter Valley. Back then I was a monk and while full of enthusiasm, I had much to learn when it came to donor...