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Schools Kill Creativity?

by Tanya Lee Markul on Feb 25, 2012

Ken Robinson presents a moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (versus discourages) creativity.

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Love as a Feather.

by Alexandra Folz on Feb 23, 2012

Love is you, out of a box, as pulsating waves of downy feathers tickling skin across the Land.

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Having a Rice Cake with a Beautiful Woman.

by Waylon Lewis on Feb 19, 2012

It’s the Obama Show! Well done on the Cosby Show imitation…still one of my fave shows ever.

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Setting in Motion the Wheel of the Dharma.

by Joseph Boquiren on Feb 13, 2012

This is an excerpt from the Dharmacakra Pravartana Sūtra where the newly enlightened Buddha teaches his first lesson and gains his first students.

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Love is the Color of a Rainbow.

by Lynn Hasselberger on Feb 9, 2012

The poetic narrative and wonderful illustrations drew me in and held me captive.

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The Mind Window.

by Joseph Boquiren on Feb 6, 2012

My mind is weak, easily distracted and is prone to flights of Top Gun fantasy.

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Over The Misty Mountains Cold—The Hobbit Song.

by elephantjournal.com on Feb 5, 2012

I’ve listened to the snippet of this song in the Hobbit trailer maybe 40 times. I’m part Scottish, that’s my excuse. Today, listening to this: I was reminded of that great trailer, and listened to the song another 20 times. Of course, the trailer’s playing over it…still, a full minute of that minute point five [...]

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Briohny Smyth: La Historia Completa, en las Palabras de la Yoguini. {Artículo en Español e Inglés}

by Jeannie Page on Feb 3, 2012

Como alguien quien ha superado sus propias luchas con bulimia y anorexia, Briohny Smyth no es ajena a la adversidad y las luchas. Fue la superación de estos tiempos difíciles, con el cultivo de una fuerte práctica de yoga, que ayudó a Briohny para convertirse en el alma fuerte y segura de sí misma que es hoy, cómoda en su mente, cuerpo y espíritu.

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Neigh, Chivalry isn’t Dead.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 31, 2012

Neigh, this horse knows respect furthers all things: This chivalrous horse opens doors for mares because he knows a little effort upfront, now, will pay off on the backside later. Bonus: plenty more signs of animal intelligence and orneriness below:

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When Muppets Attack (Fox News). {Video}

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 30, 2012

Muppets attack back: Last month, Fox’s Eric Trolling accused the Muppets…yes, the Muppets—of being no more than a bunch of “Liberals Trying To Brainwash Your Kids Against Capitalism.” Yesterday, the Muppets responded, rather surprisingly. During a press conference, Kermit and Miss Piggy were asked for their reaction to the allegation that they were “pushing a [...]

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The Guru.

by Joseph Boquiren on Jan 30, 2012

The gurus of ancient India were bearded and held classes in the jungle.

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Coolest Dad Ever.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 28, 2012

Everything counts! I can’t get over how cool these children are, and how cute, and the expressions of the boy in particular crack me up. And this dad…he makes parenting look way hipper than bachelorhood. Via What: “Video artist Dicken Schrader rubs his sensational child-rearing skills in all our faces by enlisting the help of his kickass [...]

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Chinese New Year Tearjerker: Remember to Love your Family.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 27, 2012

“It’s even harder not to love.” “Touching commercial by BERNAS. I downloaded it for sharing the love is with reunion dinner. Chinese New Year is always a time for reunion. Whatever differences we may have as a family, there’s always a way to overcome them. So let’s come together as one family during reunion dinner. [...]

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Stephen Colbert talks with Maurice Sendak.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 27, 2012

After watching these, I loooooooove Maurice Sendak. Stephen Colbert, in character, wins over Maurice Sendak, a real character. {Videos} “The complexity of children…” “I don’t write for children…I write.” So fun. Feisty. Sweet. Real. So frank, funny. So rude in an awesome way. I love this man: The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full [...]

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My friend Dana beats me every week at Bejeweled!

Videogameasana – 10 Secrets to Make Learning Fun for Our Kids!

by Jamie Ginsberg on Jan 26, 2012

When we practice yoga, we acknowledge the growth and change that comes from our commitment to breath, body and soul – this growth comes from consistently practicing over an extended period of time. More kids have learned the value of practice from playing Syper Mario Brothers than we care to acknowledge, but it isn’t easy to beat level one without practicing (when you will have to jump on mushrooms in life I am not sure).

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Kids? Yoga? No Thanks. ~ Mara Colbert

by elephantjournal.com on Jan 26, 2012

There, I said it. I do not want to do yoga with kids, around kids, or with kids anywhere in the vicinity. I understand that there are some parents who enjoy doing yoga with their children, and some teachers who love teaching them.

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The day the whales forgave us.

by Joseph Boquiren on Jan 23, 2012

Whales have an immeasurable capacity to forgive.

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elephant: you & facebook are the keys.

by Bob Weisenberg on Jan 18, 2012

We want you to love elephant journal so much that you just can’t wait to tell all your friends about it.

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The Starfish.

by Joseph Boquiren on Jan 16, 2012

This strip is an adaptation of a short essay originally written by Loren Eiseley.

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Winter Hang. Hang Massive. Street Hang. (music)

by Jessica Stone Baker on Jan 15, 2012

“Created in 2000, the Hang (pronounced “hung”) is one of the younger musical instruments. It comes from Bern, Switzerland, and was created by Felix Rohner and Sabina Schärer OF THE PANArt Company. It was the result of many years of research on the steel pan and many other resonating percussion instruments from around the world: Gong, Gamelan, Ghatam, drums, cowbells, MUSICAL Saw… “

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“Real friends don’t count chromosomes.”

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 11, 2012

People with disabilities are people, too. They don’t deserve being made fun of. They deserve understanding and friendship. Enjoy: Edit: to view the photos in the correct order, click here.

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A Child, a Rare + Fatal Disease, Plus Hope.

by Lynn Hasselberger on Jan 11, 2012

Hoping and Praying for the Future A teacher at my son’s elementary school, Sara Kennicott helped my son to read. He couldn’t wait to see her on the days he left the classroom for his special reading sessions. This is the story of Sara’s little girl, Bridget. I hope you’ll read and share it. Bridget [...]

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“An image…that will live with you forever.”

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 11, 2012

My kind of Dad. “Finish the race together.” From first place to…broken down. The heart-touching moments, for me, for some reason, where when the father angrily told off the rules-followers telling him to get off and get away. Be a good father. Just do it: Derek Redmond Olympic Games Finish the race together Excerpt: The [...]

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Roald Dahl: the key to being Beautiful.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 10, 2012

The key to beauty? Maitri. Skip the crazy-pricey-trendy clothes, the plastic surgery. Dress smartly and be yourself…the light and charm in our eyes and heart will make us beautiful. And we don’t need to fight aging. Just like yourself, more and more. Roald Dahl: Bonus. ~ Another vaguely-relephant bonus: Shel Silverstein (reminds me of me, [...]

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From Father to Son: “The Ten Things.” {Wolf & Medallion video}

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 10, 2012

“The only thing you need to watch this year.” Saw this live play/film/interactive experience—for that’s what it is, an experience, not a passive viewing—this summer at the 5 Point Film Festival (click here for more awesome trailers), which we helped media sponsor. It was the best thing I saw there, by far, and much of [...]

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The Lion King Rises.

by Waylon Lewis on Jan 2, 2012

Batman Rises…plus Lion King. The lip syncing is incredible. Not sure what this has to do with “the mindful life,” our stated editorial mission…except that it’s awesome. And “the mindful life” is awesome, too, so…well, that’s all I got. “Can’t wait until 1994.” From brilliant mind behind this mashup: “I synced the audio of the [...]

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“14 year old sings Adele – Rolling in the Deep.”

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 27, 2011

Fave comment on Reddit: “I heard Adele made a cover to this.” ~ > “K-pop Star – Park Jimin (Adel – Rolling in the deep)” The original:

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“The best Christmas gift of all.”

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 24, 2011

“Heartwarming Tearjerker.” “Anchors aren’t supposed to cry…” “…best presents don’t come with price tags…” A girl’s impossible wish.

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Bicycle Ballet.

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 24, 2011

Jawdropper: What you are about to watch is impossible. Bicycle Ballet

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Riley for President.

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 23, 2011

Pink Stuff? Little girl sees through decades of marketing strata using only her inherent basic goodness and insight. Thanks, people of Reddit, for the tip.

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I can duu dis in my jamas you cannot do no bettaa abu dada dodododododee.

by elephantjournal.com on Dec 13, 2011

Cutest Rap of the…Ever: Youtube comment of note: the fact he’s wearing a onesie makes this a million times better Another: I never comment on videos! But this is honestly the cutest thing. The way Khaliyl looks at his father at 0:29 is so powerful. So much love. Props to the father, simply breathtaking to [...]

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Downward-Facing Cat. {Video}

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 12, 2011

Song: Karunesh “Beyond Heaven” For more Cat Yoga, click here.

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Boulder High Choir brings Holiday Cheer (video) ~ Meredith Potter

by elephantjournal.com on Dec 9, 2011

Boulder High Choir, led by Susan Kullman, brings a little holiday cheer to Alfalfa’s.

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Hurry It Up There Santa. ~ Shelley Cooper

by elephantjournal.com on Dec 9, 2011

“Intent as I was on “enjoying” Santa’s brunch, I had hurried us through all of it and was present for none of it.”

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Celebrate Christmas in Your Soul. {video}

by Helene Rose on Dec 5, 2011

Discover a new way to celebrate a deeply personal Christmas – one bringing gifts of renewed meaning, wonder and wisdom to your life.

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Could Yoga Inspire a New Generation? ~ Christina Erl

by elephantjournal.com on Dec 5, 2011

My son, William is 9 and my daughter, Sequoia is 8. They sat out several poses but managed to do what everyone is told is their soul purpose on their very first class – they stayed in the room the whole time.

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It Gets Better: “I have a million reasons to be here.”

by Waylon Lewis on Dec 4, 2011

We can actually shift our culture to one that doesn’t see bullies as strong and Jonahs as weak. Please share. Watching this just-gone-viral-video (that was posted six months ago) isn’t for the faint of heart (neither is living beneath a cloud of bullying): If you need some cheering up after watching this, doubleclick the above [...]

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Do You Need a Hug?

by Kate Bartolotta on Dec 4, 2011

Everyone could use a hug like this, especially after having a bad dream.

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Acupuncture as an essential health benefit.

by Yesica Pineda on Dec 2, 2011

Acupuncture is healing.

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Fun can obviously change behaviour for the better: thefuntheory.com.

by Yesica Pineda on Dec 1, 2011

It is called the Fun Theory

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Boulder Event: Innisfree Poetry / Cafe Aion Sponsor Art Gala Dec 10.

by Helene Rose on Nov 30, 2011

A festive & intimate Boulder event with local artists, musicians and poets. A community event to benefit The Normalizing Homebirth Project Inc, a 501c3.

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Understanding what Yoga is not: When in doubt go back to the basics.

by Yesica Pineda on Nov 30, 2011

Yoga practitioners eventually understand through the practice itself that like everything else in Life, Yoga is a matter of responsibility and self mastery.

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Trungpa Rinpoche said the ideal human emotion is smiling & crying at the same time.

by Waylon Lewis on Nov 29, 2011

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Common Threads Initiative ~ Cyber Monday.

by Yesica Pineda on Nov 28, 2011

Video.

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Review: Boulder Ballet presents: The Nutcracker.

by Waylon Lewis on Nov 26, 2011

I just dressed up and biked over to Macky Auditorium at the University of Colorado, where I attended Boulder Ballet’s The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker, for me—for just about all of us—is an annual ritual of “enlightened society”—young and old, families and young couples on dates gather to celebrate the holiday season. The Boulder Ballet’s Nutcracker [...]

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One of my favorite movies is free, right now.

by Waylon Lewis on Nov 22, 2011

John Neville, Baron Munchausen himself, just passed away. In his honor, I propose that you spend a magical hour or two watching this with someone you love very much (yourself counts). Click here to watch, free, on Hulu. More brilliant, charming, funny, heroic and occasionally evil actors than any other movie, ever (and, a young [...]

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Cutest Rescue Kitten & Best Owners Ever Video.

by Waylon Lewis on Nov 21, 2011

A kitty, born blind, “sees” toys for the first time. Inspired? Rescue. Close to a million pets are killed every month. Just remember: it’s a big responsibility. ~ ed. “Oskar the Blind Kitten and His First Toys.” “Since he is completely blind…we gave him some balls with bells inside. As you can tell, he can [...]

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Three Intimidatingly Talented Teens take on Adele’s Rolling in the Deep.

by Waylon Lewis on Nov 20, 2011

They may not have (time to have) had their hearts broken yet, but they make up for the lack of depth with cuteness. And, needless to say, they come awfully close to Adele herself in pure good-god talent. …Angie (10, vocals), Abelardo (15, guitar/bass/piano), and Gustavo Vazquez (13, drums)… We are siblings doing what we [...]

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