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...
Category: Spiritual
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...
My interview on Sacred Space TV in Australia (4 part series)
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
May 29, 2015
This is part 1 of 4 parts of an interview I gave in Australia at the Melbourne Hare Krishna temple. Forgive the background noises, especially the occasional plane and coughing and kirtan, I did not realize at the time and boy I wish I had....
Trekking through the Himalayas (POEM)
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
April 17, 2015
On Day 1 we gathered — at an eco-hotel, Excited and hopeful — that all would go well, Sincere seekers of truth, with hearts filled with love, We prayed the Gods would bless us from those mighty peaks above. On Day 2 we felt grounded...
ISKCON: An insiders look and how it can heal
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
March 18, 2015
The following essay is both for the devotees and followers of Srila Prabhupada within ISKCON and also to give outsiders an inside look at the challenges faced by the ISKCON institution with a hope to facilitate dialogue for the greater good and find solutions....
Living without money — Is that the best answer to peace and happiness?
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
February 25, 2015
Is it possible to feel rich without possessions? Can you live happily without money? In the documentary Living Without Money, we meet the German woman Heidemarie Schwermer who made a deliberate choice to live without money 14 years ago. I embraced a life without money...
What was it like being a monk? Do you have a specific question?
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
February 20, 2015
My dear friends and readers… I am curious about the topics that interest you the most. While I write about various subjects, including spirituality, consciousness, and numerology, I want to know what resonates with you. One area I haven’t explored in depth is my life...
What to Expect in 2015: A Year of Prosperity
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
December 31, 2014
Every year has a flavour or lesson to teach and 2014 was a classic 7 year for most people — a year of loss, sacrifice, selfless service, contemplation and soul searching. For many it was a down year — a year to reflect on...
Discover the Power of Your Soul Yantra
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
December 25, 2014
This image represents the soul yantra for “Merry Christmas,” crafted using numerology and a magic square. Many see a poinsettia flower in its design. Each soul yantra is unique, reflecting the individual’s name or a phrase and resonating with their personal journey. Take for example...
Gratitude: The Ultimate Gift
posted by: Paul Rodney Turner
December 17, 2014
Typically, when we think of exchanging gifts, it is all about the material acquisition of stuff that at a certain point in time becomes useless stuff, and we either throw it away or donate it to a thrift store. But what if we could gift...