Here we are already in the middle of summer, warm days, lush greens, vacationers coming and going. Many try to hold onto these beautiful days, dread the coming of fall. Others feel hungry to find something special as this time of freedom and openness rolls along. There are so many expectations we all hold onto about what will and will not make us content. Yet there is another way to greet the summer. A way that makes us happy and complete, no matter what. As we practice the little lessons in this ezine, all the days of our seasons can turn around.

This newsletter is dedicated to those who wish to learn the simple laws of love, how to practice them in all their relationships. Combining Eastern and Western teachings and practices, it will also offer psychological, spiritual and practical wisdom on handling all kinds of

In order to attain a truly hopeful state of being, and for it to be solid and dependable, we must also be able to face the disappointment and darkness that comes, see what they really are, and why they have such power over us. Rather than hide from what is unpleasant, it is important to see the truth of that which is presented to you and stay planted in that which is real and beneficial.

Most so-called problems are simply mirages, which will pass on their own, if allowed to. Difficulty passes easily, when we see it for what it is and do not compound it with complicated schemes and ideas. Dark times can be taken as a thunderstorm on a summer night, that arises and passes as quickly as it came. There is no need to hide from or fear the thunder and lightening. There is also beauty and power they bring with them. As we learn to openly encounter all kinds of situations and accept all parts of ourselves, true balance and hopefulness arises, like a lotus popping up out of the soil.

There's a beautiful poem that says, "The precious jewel we have lost, some say it is to the East of us, others to the West." (Rumi). This precious jewel is an enduring sense of well being and hope. But how have we lost it, and where can it be found? Most of us spend our lives searching to the East and West, looking outside ourselves for that which will bring this treasure to us, that which will take us home.

However, as we embark upon the Practice of Hope, we soon learn that this precious jewel is planted within. We have simply to stop our usual ways of living, sit down, turn around, look within, and make acquaintance with all that we are and all that we are not. As we grow in courage to face the truth of the moment, we see there is nothing that can harm us. Moments of darkness arise and pass, as do moments of joy. Watching the nature of our fleeting feelings, we inevitably become acquainted with that which does not come or go. In this way we open our own treasure house and discover our endless source of hope and joy.

The Practice of Hope is extremely enjoyable. It will takes you on a journey to that which is unique, unexpected, dependable and beneficial.. Step by step you will find the precious jewel you have been seeking. Start this journey today, one step at a time.

This is article is based upon Dr Shoshanna's book, Jewish Dharma (A Guide to the Practice of Judaism and Zen), www.jewishdharma.com

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Each chapter deals with different life issues, such as loneliness, relationships, conflict, finding peace and understanding and ways of healing suffering. The book includes personal narraitive, parables, quotations, discussion and specific exercises so the reader can integrate the material into their lives.

A Jewish heart is warm, giving, devoted to family and friends; a Zen eye is fresh, direct, spontaneous and in the moment. These practices are like two wings of a bird; both are needed to be able to fly.

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Many of us are willing and able to forgive others, but forgiving ourselves is another matter. A block can arise at this point. We can refuse to offer comfort to ourselves, hold ourselves accountable, long past the time forgiveness is due. This month, the practice of kindness is to ourselves.

Offer yourself the gift of forgiveness today. Allow the past to be the past. Learn from whatever happened, and take the lessons into the future, minus the pain and guilt. Reach out to yourself in all kinds of ways, with understanding, friendship and even by spending time alone with yourself, and making friends.

This time will be most precious for you and will yield incredible returns.

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Many books have been written about the query letter. But few have been written by literary agents, who receive thousands of queries each year and who grapple with them on a daily basis. Even fewer books have been written by literary agents who are currently active, who are willing to write from the trenches and offer their perspective on why they reject query letters, and why they accept them.

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Becoming Fearless (Re- Claiming Your Original Safety, Strength and Resilience)

Relationships as Spiritual Practice (A New Look at Love)

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In the midst of our chaotic lives, we can calm down, become present, and sort out that which is meaningful from that which is not. We can learn the art of finding love both for others and ourselves.

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Sounds as though you are involved with what psychologists call, the repetition compulsion. This is the compulsion to repeat old, painful, traumatic relationships again and again. We do this in order to heal the relationship, to make it turn out differently this time. Of course it doesn't, and each time can be more painful..

Rather than seek one relationship after another, take some time out to understand where this pattern comes from, what it is you need to heal, what happened and why you can't let it go. The way to change this kind of situation is through understanding, recognition and the willingness to make new choices and find new ways of healing old wounds. When the pattern is too deeply entrenched, professional counseling is needed.

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Probably the biggest need all of us have is to experience a wonderful, loving relationship where we can be ourselves, and share our lives with someone meaningful. This is exactly what you will be able to create when you begin to work with the unique program inside my e-book, Save Your Relationship.

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Save Your Relationship (21 Basic Laws of Successful Relationships

From Anger to Peace of Mind (The Anger Diet)

Journey Through Illness , Loss and Change

Jewish Dharma (A Guide to the Practice of Judaism and Zen) and how it can heal your life

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Everyone wants to be beautiful, young, healthy, fit and to feel good about themselves. There is no end to available diets and workouts, but the most important diet has been overlooked.

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In this revealing, intimate book, I ask the men themselves and they provide some startling and enlightening answers. Drawing on hundreds of interviews, I present men's own words and perspectives about the various reasons their relationships fell apart. You'll be surprised and relieved to hear what they have to say. Usually the reason men leave, has nothing to do with you. Some of the topics covered in the book include, The Fear of Committment, Ghosts of Past Relationships, The Mid-Life Crisis, The Repetition Compulsion, Competition With In-Laws, The Fantasy Woman, and many others.

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In this book you will discover the 2,000 Year Old Zen Secrets To Being Calm, Balanced and Positive, No Matter What Is Going On.

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