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Time Travel

Symbolic Living — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:46:45 +0000

Here are a few Documentaries exploring Time Travel with scientific/philosophical points of view below from the History Channel and Michio Kaku.

Also enjoy H.G Wells’ Time Machine - A Victorian Englishman travels to the far future and finds that humanity has divided into two hostile species. - in futuristic technicolor

Documentaries on Time Travel

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H.G Wells’ Time Machine - in futuristic technicolor

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Interview with Michael DeCorte founder of Jock Yoga

Symbolic Living — Mon, 30 May 2011 22:06:39 +0000

As many of you who visit our site know Nadiya Shah is not only a regular contributer in sharing with us her Astrology Forecasts but she is also a close personal friend. We are very pleased to showcase her online show Nadiya Shah Productions.

Nadiya has recently conducted an interview with Michael DeCorte, founder of Jock Yoga™ in Toronto. His story of personal growth and determination to fulfill a higher purpose for his life is inspiring. We are pleased to share with you Michael’s story and know it will inspire many of you to recognize your own personal challenges and fears and realize you have the potential to follow through with whatever it is you are passionate about that really can reinvent your life.

Nadiya and Michael discuss determination, inspiration, and spirituality in the current and collective. Enjoy learning more about Michael and his passion.

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http://www.jockyoga.com

http://www.strongbodystillmind.com

Visit Michaels site to find out about his classes.

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The Tree of Life by Terrence Malick

Symbolic Living — Tue, 24 May 2011 15:21:48 +0000

The Tree of Life by legendary director Terrence Malick, starring Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain won the top prize, best film, Palme D’or at the Cannes Film Festival which opens May 27, 2011 in the U.S.

Pitt plays a very strict father in a Texan household during the 1950′s. His wife is played by Jessica Chastain.

Although it is receiving mixed reviews, including audience boo’s and applause at the premiere, the subject matter of the film will likely be of interest to an audience interested in philosophy and spirituality as it delves into explorations of the birth of the cosmos, the world, time, infinity and our place within it. Symbolism in images of the beauty of the universe, from micro to macro, naturally reminds the viewer of our surreal wonders beyond our everyday concerns.

Taking an in the moment approach, Malick encouraged initial script promptings to develop into unscripted freedom allowing the actors to explore improvisation in context. Unrepeatable, special, true moments naturally emerged and were treasured in the film making. Scenes transformed spontaneously during filming providing fresh perspectives to make the final cut.

Brad Pitt is the face of this movie, as Terrence Mallick’s shyness does not lend him to be interested in promotion. His avoidance of interviews has long given him a mysterious persona. Instead of creating hype for the film, Malick prefers the work to speak for itself.

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Other notable films by Terrence Malick

The New World
The Thin Red Line
Days of Heaven
Badlands

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Through the Wormhole: What are we really made of?

Symbolic Living — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:28:08 +0000

Morgan Freeman hosts Through the Wormhole.

In this series of video’s the exploration of our universe asks “What are we really made of?” This series also explores CERN. You can find out more about CERN discussed the Symbolic Living Forum as well.

Scientific discoveries of the mysteries of nature, never ceases to amaze us. This series goes deep into seeking what is happening within subatomic particle levels of existence. Find out more about matter and anti-matter.

“This piece of engineering is a miracle, it is the pyramids of our time.” ~ About CERN

We did have a video series posted entitled Through the Wormhole: “Science and God”, however the video’s were removed from youtube.

“Through the Wormhole: What are we really made of”. Enjoy it while you can

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Elizabeth Taylor Cleopatra

Symbolic Living — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:27:22 +0000

We are sorry to say, Elizabeth Taylor has passed away today. She died of congestive heart failure at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in the West Hollywood / Beverly Hills area of Los Angeles.

We had an image of Elizabeth Taylor in our banner for this site for many months, an image from the movie Cleopatra depicting Isis. With strange timing, we took it down yesterday to make a change, as we sometimes do here. This morning, a friend called and asked if the banner had been changed then gave the news Elizabeth had passed away.

Elizabeth Taylor was born in London February 27, 1932. Elizabeth passed away on March 23, 2011 at the age of 79. She will be greatly missed, but certainly not forgotten. Elizabeth, became an iconic Hollywood star, and enjoyed a career as a glamorous Movie Queen archetype.

Enjoy the film, Cleopatra from 1963 starring Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra, Rex Harrison as Julius Caesar, and Richard Burton as Mark Antony. This historical film follows the Egyptian Queen Cleopatra’s trials and triumphs and her close relationship with Caesar.

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John Lennon and Yoko Ono. Living for Peace.

Symbolic Living — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 14:29:50 +0000

John Lennon was a symbol of peace and artistry lived and loved. Celebrating life by living his intended purpose to transform consciousness through his art, Lennon was an activist of love and freedom.

Watch and see an inside look into the life of John Lennon and his love, Yoko Ono and their journey together as they desired for positive change.

Five Days in 1969 (an early version of reality tv).

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Being Unique

Symbolic Living — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 03:55:18 +0000

Being Unique, should be a blessing, not a curse.

In a world where lives are destroyed and ended at the hands and words of bullying, awareness, understanding, compassion and loving kindness are what we need more of.

When I was young it was always the unique people that were interesting. It was always the people who had their own quirky behaviors that stood out, and that was a good thing… in other words, they had character. They had something about them that showed me their humanity, their vulnerabilities and their strengths. That resonated with me, as I saw those same qualities as true for myself.

Still to this day, I find those people most interesting. Those are the people I want to know more about. Those are the people who have stories, and uniqueness to share about who they are.

Imagine how much more wonderful life would be for everyone if we were celebrating this great festival of uniqueness of all the many individuals the Divine placed on this earth rather than damning others with our opinions and judgments.

We should be recognizing the beautiful tapestry all the people of the world make up, together. No two people are alike, nor should they be. It’s all a beautiful, evolving design that deserves dignity and deserves to be cherished for the few moments we have while on this earth. Everyone’s life is short.

All of us suffer. All of us. We all feel pain, and joy. Imagine bringing more joy into the world while you’re here. Everyone has someone who loves them, and feels pain when they see the person they love suffer. With the short time we have, what we do matters so much.

“Do unto others as you would have done unto you.”

Judgment is ingrained in us. It is our ego’s, but we can transcend it for the good of others and ourselves.

Make someone smile today, with real joy.

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Dalai Lama: Purpose, Peace, and Happiness

Symbolic Living — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 15:50:21 +0000

The Dalai Lama reminds us to have as much compassion for ourselves as we consider compassion for others.

In a world where money is so often on people’s minds for happiness, where can we find more meaning?

“When you become a compassionate person, your life becomes meaningful”

Daily Prayer by the Dalai Lama ~

I would be a protector for those without protection, a leader for those who journey, and a boat, a bridge, a passage for those desiring the further shore.

For all creatures, I would be a lantern for those desiring a lantern, I would be a bed for those desiring a bed, I would be a slave for those desiring a slave.

I would be for creatures a magic jewel, an inexhaustible jar, a powerful spell, a universal remedy, a wishing tree, and a cow of plenty.

As the earth and the other elements are, in various ways, for the enjoyment of innumerable beings dwelling in all of space;

So may I be, in various ways, the means of sustenance for the living beings occupying space, for as long a time as all are not satisfied.

Balancing your purpose and happiness with the larger world systems we live within.

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This Weeks Astrology Forecasts November 21-27, 2010

Symbolic Living — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:00:55 +0000

The Sun is in Sagittarius, so we’re featuring Sagittarius’ Uranus Special.

For the Uranus Special for your Sign visit the Daily Horoscopes by Nadiya Shah at NadiyaShah.com

Astrology For the Week of November 21- 27, 2010

NADIYA’S ZODIAC STARCAST BY NADIYA SHAH, M.A.

THEME OF THE WEEK:
This week features a beautiful full Moon in Taurus. What is special is the element of surprise in the air. We may be inclined to make plans, but if we leave room for spontaneity, the week turns out to be much better than expected. It will be a great week, enjoy!

ARIES (March 21-April 19):
We prize people who appear inventive. However, we might overlook the years spent honing the practice of their industry before they were able to step out of it. You have a desire to introduce new elements. Demonstrate that you also have respect for established norms.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):
The full Moon in your sign is your chance to go for gold and have many facets of your talents shine. Have an objective in mind, but leave the way there up to chance. Life is on your side, and if you can trust quick developments, you will make the most of them.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):
Dadaist poets took a “stream of consciousness” approach to writing. By not self-editing, they believed genius would come forth. You are over-thinking a situation that ultimately asks you be spontaneous to be your best. You have the basis to excel.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):
The ideas presented to you are missing an important subtlety. There are some things you know for sure in your heart about your destiny. Don’t worry about pessimists. They are only there to test your resolve, but don’t matter in the big picture.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):
You are a good person. You are trying your best in the face of a complex and ethically grey circumstance. The most helpful thing you can do is forgive yourself for what you consider the missteps of the past. Be as gentle as you would to anyone you love.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
Art shapes culture. In fact, it could be said that anyone with a desire to be influential can find her or his unique niche to accomplish said goal. You are trying to get yourself to fit into a version of someone else’s vision. Work with who you are instead.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):
Vampires have become a cultural fascination for us. They represent the lustful stranger, able to ride their passions. You have felt a certain restraint that you are growing bored of. You don’t have to be quite so dark, but a tiny truffle with danger would add needed adrenaline.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21):
You have been climbing a mountain. After ascending the high arch, your difficulties ease considerably from this point on. It’s not life that suddenly gets easier. What you gain is better than that. It’s your ability to handle the twists and turns that has strengthened.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
After months of doubt, you are starting to believe in yourself. You can see in the depths of your heart that you deserve great things. It may not be obvious to some, but there is an important shift taking place. Cherish it as it foretells of wonderful developments ahead.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
In an interview, Julie Andrews recently said she had found a different way to use her distinctive voice. You may not be able to do exactly what you want, but it is a temporary situation. Find a way to infuse your creative needs with mundane demands.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):
One practice in the vast field of Feng Shui involves cleaning out a home of any unneeded objects. It is believed the release allows space for new opportunities to enter. In some way, you are cleaning house now. Bless and release what is no longer part of your life.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):
Why scream when a deep, hushed voice would be more effective? Regardless of what you may choose now, when in the moment, our responses can become automatic. Calm your impulse to cause a ruckus as much as possible. Consider your intention before you speak.

…Read your daily forecast by visiting http://www.nadiyashah.com

Nadiya Shah, M.A., Cultural Cosmology and Divination, UKC. For expanded forecasts and more, visit Nadiya’s website at http://www.nadiyashah.com

Nadiya Shah is a successful Sun Sign Columnist with a dedicated Internet fan-base and is one of the few people in the world to hold a Masters degree in the Cultural Study of Cosmology and Divination (UKC). She is currently completing her first book.

Nadiya Shah also offers an Astrology Course in e-book format at Symbolic Living.

E-book – Astrology – Interpretation & Divination by Nadiya Shah

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Egyptian Temples – Mysteries and Symbolism.

Symbolic Living — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:47:21 +0000

John Anthony West explores, unexplained Egypt.

The Egyptian Temples symbolism are “still transmitting their message” to the world as “timeless teachers”… “the teachings are embedded in the temples.”

“The Neters (often somewhat misleadingly referred to as gods) symbolized the various natural laws and forces at work in the universe. In living man, and in consciousness. Some of the best known today, but not necessarily the most important, are Osiris, Isis and Set.”

“The Neters were principles of nature, and of human nature. Each was personified in anthropomorphic roles. The depictions of the Neters and their human interactions are a vital aspect of the language of the temples. Their postures, gestures and clothing were all part of the vocabulary, each was a meaningful detail in the complex symbolic language. Each temple was consecrated to a different Neter, so each temple is a chapter in the study of the overall Egyptian world view.”