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Ten Spiritual Truths You Didn't Know

Topic: Spiritual GrowthBy Ted OllikkalaPublished Recently added

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Unchallenged assumptions in a rational, take it for granted world are extremely dangerous. Yet many of us carry on day by day as if we know-it-all, and like a speed bump in the road (what's that in the road, a head?), sooner or later evasive action must be taken to avoid calamity. So watch where you're going, be prepared, and read the scout's code book. Don't leave home without it. Here are ten golden spiritual truths that are hard to argue against, but easy enough to experience for yourself. All it takes is a little observation. Be brave. Experiment a little with life in small ways that don't rock the boat. You will emerge all the wiser and may be able to give someone a 'leg up' someday.
  1. Women, - of course you're a GODDESS… Do you really need to pay someone to tell you that?
  2. Of course, - ANGELS are talking to you... You just don't know yet how to listen!
  3. People, - we're all created from the SAME ENERGY. Were you not aware?
  4. People, - the body is powered by THE BREATH. Therefore, breathe deeply!
  5. People, - you cannot live without SINNING… So stop feeling guilty.
  6. GOD acknowledges your Why not acknowledge Him?
  7. YOU can be selfishr If you want to…
  8. Not all PSYCHIC ENERGY is benevolentr Some spirits are evil.
  9. You don't HAVE TO maintain your bodyr But why suffer needlessly?
  10. You can BLAME… But ultimately you're always at fault.

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SelfGrowth.com Expert Author, Ted Ollikkala developed an intense interest in the process of enlightenment and spirituality in 1981 when, at the age of 23 he was exposed to the writings of Alan Watts, Paramahansa Yogananda, Vernon Howard, and Ram Dass, the yoga practices of Richard Hittleman, the readings of Edgar Cayce, and Paul Bragg’s Miracle of Fasting. An avid traveler, interviewer and photojou alist, he has documented spiritual practices in Thailand, Myanmar, Laos, Bali, and Singapore. A former engineer, early childhood education specialist, nursing assistant, holistic artifacts dealer and communication skills lecturer, Ted brings a wealth of experiences and a unique perspective to his writings on spirituality. He currently lives in Singapore and is the owner and main contributing author of SpiritualChicken.com

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