A study was done on the dynamics of performance in 1993. Two groups were separated into: Group ONE: Solo pianists playing solo in orchestras in front of hundreds of people. Group TWO: Pianists teaching other people to play. Results: The solo pianists practiced for longer (10,000hrs vs. 2000hrs over a 10 year period) and devoted their…

The outstanding spiritual teacher Jiddu Krishnamurti was once asked the key to his happiness. His response is gold – “I don’t mind how it goes.” How perfect to meditate on those simple words. Born in India, Jiddu Krishnamurti (1895 – 1986) was adopted by Dr Besant, then President of the Theosophical Society. The Order of…

What would happen if we loved ourselves? What will happen when we start to love ourselves… Perhaps the most important personal growth topic that exists! Imagine actually really deeply fully and totally loving yourself. You know why? ‘Cos you deserve it in every way! Yes! You deserve to be loved, to love, and to bask in…

A new age is emerging from the dust of conflict. Arising from the embers of destruction is an end to war. It is the final days of dismemberment of and disembodyment of the sacred temple which is the human being and our radiant earth. With war and strife being broadcast on the airwaves with wild…

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