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Will You Add? - Popping the Balloon of Belief
Increasing instances of counterfeiting and introduction & marketing of goods or concepts with minor changes have almost mandated original authors or creators to get their products, designs or ideas patented.Procuring a patent typically takes about two years, however minor or major changes leading to increases or decrease in the specified duration must be accounted for. Also coupled with the unanticipated changes are the associated legal procedures that could further complicate the overall process.Do Your Research: Before applying for a patent, it is essential to undertake a thorough search and check if anybody else
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions coul
Delinquent rent payments can be a landlords, or owners, nightmare. But, it may not be because renters lack the character to make payments on time. Renters can make rent payments on time for a long period of time then suddenly the rent is late because of problems outside of their control. When this happens it takes a lot of communication, interpersonal skills, and thoughtful compromises in order to make things come out favorably for both the landlord and the renter.A young couple renting a condominium from us had a 2-year lease. For over a year the rent was paid on time. Then we found out that the father in this single
You may remember I was recently talking about how beliefs are at the core of our conflicts, yet those beliefs are built upon less-than-complete information. What is known is not all there is – there’s always something more. Yet we try to explain what we think we know by constructing complex belief systems around them, and fight to defend them against those who believe another way. Our egos are so fragile that we’d rather fight than consider that the foundations of our thought and society might be built upon shifting sands.
Maybe this seems farfetched. But let’s look at the Middle East. The interplay of beliefs give us a prime example.
One set involves religion, where ideological descendants of a common ancestor have fought for centuries under the guise of righting a perceived assault upon their God. Each fights to eradicate the other side, and hopefully the differing beliefs they hold. Superimpose upon this age-old fight an internal Muslim war between sects, along with a regional struggle between clerics and secularists, and the complexities grow immense. But that’s far from all.
Let’s also not forget that most in the area live deprived of what many believe are basic human rights, often repressed by brutal regimes that crush dissent to maintain power and the status quo. All this while their citizens are awakening to an inner call to explore their own potential, fueled by worldwide communications that show what others already enjoy. Many are crying out to end this. Some even resort to terrorism, further complicating the mix.
Now add in geopolitical struggles for money and power which are impacted by the area’s crucial location over large deposits of oil. This lifeblood fuels mankind’s technological march into the future, and allows us to enjoy a standard of living not even dreamed of in centuries past. Instability of any kind triggers fears our way of life may be impaired or lost altogether.
Whew, it makes me dizzy just thinking about it.
We’ve given the existing institutions of government and religion a chance, and look what they’ve done with it. They’ve showed us the answer is not in diplomacy. And it certainly isn’t in war. Or in greater religious fervor. Or in any of the tools at their disposal.
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions could
Have you ever noticed that when you focus on something it starts to show up everywhere-like when you buy a new car? Suddenly it seems like most of the cars you see on the road are the same color as the one you just bought. It’s because that is what you are focusing on.The same is true when you are looking for winning ideas for your next ebook-they are everywhere. You just have to focus on finding them! Here are some great places to look for your next winning topic.1. Look at your own experiences: I find that a lot of my ideas come from my own frustrations and problems. When I have an issue or problem,
Maybe this seems farfetched. But let’s look at the Middle East. The interplay of beliefs give us a prime example.
One set involves religion, where ideological descendants of a common ancestor have fought for centuries under the guise of righting a perceived assault upon their God. Each fights to eradicate the other side, and hopefully the differing beliefs they hold. Superimpose upon this age-old fight an internal Muslim war between sects, along with a regional struggle between clerics and secularists, and the complexities grow immense. But that’s far from all.
Let’s also not forget that most in the area live deprived of what many believe are basic human rights, often repressed by brutal regimes that crush dissent to maintain power and the status quo. All this while their citizens are awakening to an inner call to explore their own potential, fueled by worldwide communications that show what others already enjoy. Many are crying out to end this. Some even resort to terrorism, further complicating the mix.
Now add in geopolitical struggles for money and power which are impacted by the area’s crucial location over large deposits of oil. This lifeblood fuels mankind’s technological march into the future, and allows us to enjoy a standard of living not even dreamed of in centuries past. Instability of any kind triggers fears our way of life may be impaired or lost altogether.
Whew, it makes me dizzy just thinking about it.
We’ve given the existing institutions of government and religion a chance, and look what they’ve done with it. They’ve showed us the answer is not in diplomacy. And it certainly isn’t in war. Or in greater religious fervor. Or in any of the tools at their disposal.
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions coul
Although health insurance has helped countless people who would have been buried under a mountain of debt because of medical bills, not all health insurance plans are golden. Each health insurance plan has a number of things you need to consider before you buy health insurance and pay attention to once you have a health insurance plan.Depending on your age, existing health problems, and anticipated needs, you will need to select an insurance plan that will help to reduce the amount you will need to pay in order to maintain your health. What is covered and coverage amounts can be tweaked and changed to fit the needs of ce
Let’s also not forget that most in the area live deprived of what many believe are basic human rights, often repressed by brutal regimes that crush dissent to maintain power and the status quo. All this while their citizens are awakening to an inner call to explore their own potential, fueled by worldwide communications that show what others already enjoy. Many are crying out to end this. Some even resort to terrorism, further complicating the mix.
Now add in geopolitical struggles for money and power which are impacted by the area’s crucial location over large deposits of oil. This lifeblood fuels mankind’s technological march into the future, and allows us to enjoy a standard of living not even dreamed of in centuries past. Instability of any kind triggers fears our way of life may be impaired or lost altogether.
Whew, it makes me dizzy just thinking about it.
We’ve given the existing institutions of government and religion a chance, and look what they’ve done with it. They’ve showed us the answer is not in diplomacy. And it certainly isn’t in war. Or in greater religious fervor. Or in any of the tools at their disposal.
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions coul
Businesses world wide have realized the importance of going online and having a website. Websites play an important role in marketing a company and its products and boosting e-Commerce.Websites are designed keeping the customer in mind,since they are the one who is going to buy the product.The Don'ts for a visitor friendly website1. Slow download2. Confusing web site3. Irrelevant matter.These factors will affect the business,since the visitors won't wait for hour long for website to download.Visitors don't have the time to go through the hazy and confusing navigation nor they would go thr
Whew, it makes me dizzy just thinking about it.
We’ve given the existing institutions of government and religion a chance, and look what they’ve done with it. They’ve showed us the answer is not in diplomacy. And it certainly isn’t in war. Or in greater religious fervor. Or in any of the tools at their disposal.
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions coul
Are you ready to abandon your short stories? Before you toss your newest story in the trash, revisit it using many of the same guidelines editors keep in mind when they review your work. If you follow these guidelines, you will be many steps closer to placing your short story in a well-known literary journal.You can make submissions on your own, or hire some help. Every story, on average, must be submitted to 100 markets before it is accepted. For short story authors, these numbers are sad, but true. Even the best stories must cover a lot of territory before they appear on the printed page. A reputable author’s submission
So let me suggest another way. What if everyone asked themselves, “Why do we believe this stuff anyway?” It couldn’t hurt to just consider the possibilities.
What if people found a way to connect to God and find meaning without religions that inherently pitted them against each other, whether intended or not? Not to replace one religion with another, but to find an inner spirituality that didn’t need the institutions or structure? Where we all knew and felt connected to our source, so that all religions could go quietly into the night?
What if people accepted that others who were different could live among them, and that this diversity both honored and accentuated the best characteristics of each? And that diversity was accepted as a gift to better know themselves, rather than an irritant to be tolerated?
What if there were no struggles to govern among groups or sects because each truly enjoyed the ability to be itself without having to worry about either defending its differences or imposing them on others?
What if governments were not run by either despots or leaders that curried popular favor by castigating opponents and fomenting social discord? Rather, their peoples were guided by an inner force (not an outer one inflamed by religion or politics) that allowed them, and their leaders, to find the seeds of peace within every conflict?
What if people everywhere knew and trusted that their needs would be met as they arose, and that they could explore meaningful pursuits without bumping up against the efforts of others?
This may be a dream, but it is certainly one that is within our reach. You know it as well as I do. But to make it happen, we each have to first hold out a vision of what can be. And then to commit ourselves to make it happen.
Sure, there will be many objections and roadblocks. Religious institutions and governments will fight hard against it. Fear will bring resistance and maybe even greater strife in the short run. Patience and persistent effort will be needed to see it through. But who says the best things come easy?
Isn’t it time we stopped leaving the evolution of humanity up to chance, or at least quit pretending it’s out of our hands? We’re at a point now where people worldwide can share ideas and visions. So why not work toward those that go beyond predatory commerce, politics, and religion? Why not believe that which serves us and our ideals, and promotes the common good, rather than sows the seeds of conflict and destruction?
If this is a world where people go to war over beliefs, isn’t belief there’s a better way worth fighting for? I sure think so. What about you?
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