The Social Poets: 9-11 Stories Roundup: How Is America 10 Years Later?

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The Social Poets: 9-11 Stories Roundup: How Is America 10 Years Later?:

From Denny: Every year when this date comes we all pause and remember those whose lives were taken quickly and horribly. We mourn for those left behind and pray for them to find their way in life.

For the youngest generation this event is a moment seared upon their memory, remembering where they were when America was struck by terrorism and the Twin Towers fell. Included here is an article of how to talk to children about the attack.

Not all associated with this terrible event is sadness, despair and sorrow. Whether survivors, or families and friends of the fallen, many have discovered the well of strength within themselves. Others have started charities and foundations to honor not the dead but the lives of the victims, promoting their life philosophies and initiatives. Stories of wonderful inspiring people have been shared in the news and memorials for the world to remember.

Balancing on Top of the World

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From Denny: Here is a wonderful heartfelt post about "getting balance in your life" from the blog Quantum Learning, a blog that is dedicated to the lifestyle of nonviolence living.

Since balance is often a topic I write about in regard to spiritual development this post was a good fit for this healing blog. Here are a couple of my own articles on the subject that are useful. So you don't lose your place on this read, just right click your mouse to open these articles in new windows. Much easier navigation! :)

Healing: Universal Spiritual Principles That Work

Healing: Keep Your Joy

Excerpt from this lovely post about acquiring balance in your life:

"There always seems to be some aspect of my life where I’m striving for balance.

I saw ‘Man On Wire’ the other evening.

For those who don’t know, it’s a wonderful documentary about a Frenchman, Philippe Petit. He’s the guy in the picture above, who, in 1974 walked across a high-wire strung between the twin towers of the World Trade Center. If you doubt the picture to be authentic, just check out those awesome flares! Only an insanely passionate person would even consider tightrope walking between the towers in those trousers!

Watching this film I realised I’ve been missing the point about balance!"

For the rest of this illuminating post, go here.

Thanks also go to rodie151, a StumbleUpon friend who brought my attention to Quantum Learning blog, good choice!