Angel Millar

Take Manageable Risks

“Thinking which does not connect with constructive action becomes a disease,” said Henry Ford. That disease is fear. We all have fears, of course. But the lives of some people are determined by their fear. Others are always trying something new. But, in facing our fears, we have to distinguish between taking manageable and unmanageable risks and between mindful and mindless risks.

Papus: Magician, Martinist, And Medical Hypnotist

Known today for founding the ritualistic Martinist Order, and for his writings on magic, Gérard Encausse was one of France’s most prominent, pioneering, and respected medical hypnotists. Indeed, for Encausse (and for 19th century France) there was a great deal of overlap between the magical and the medical. Here, we explore some of the stranger connections.

Ten Healthy Ways To Let Go of Stress

Increasingly, we live our lives in a state of stress, worried about the future. Yet, being stressed doesn’t help. In fact, long-term, stress can cause serious health problems. Here are ten healthy ways to reduce your stress.

Aim Further Than You Need To

A moderate aim is often just a compromise that we make with ourselves. And it won’t excite you for long. If you want to take consistent action, you need to think further. Here’s why.

Quitting Addictions: The One Big Mindset Shift

Addictions can take numerous forms: from injecting illegal drugs to smoking, from alcoholism to habitual eating (and habitual sugar consumption in particular), and from depending on coffee to wake up to binge-watching television at night. Here, we look at the one big mindset shift that needs to happen if you’re not only going to quit an addiction but are going to become the very best you can be.

Learn To Breathe

The length of your life,” said Swami Rama, “is measured in the number of your breaths.” Breathing properly is a an essential aspect of Yoga, martial arts, and meditation. And it’s also necessary for health and stress management. Here’s what you need to know.

Going It Alone

While we all want to have a good support group, there are times when — like it or not — we have to go it alone. Such times can be challenging but they can also be times of personal growth. Here’s some advice for the road.

The Ancient Practice of Reading Meditation

Reading for meditation is an ancient practice invented by monks. But it’s also one that can help develop your thinking, and your mind, to full capacity. Here’s how to do it.