Brummet's Conscious Blog

 -- Quote of the Day -- " The act of philanthropy is a spiritual act, an expression of caring for one's fellow human beings. It is a belief in the future and that the future can be good. It is investing in that future. It is helping to make the dream come true ." ~ Arthur Frantzreb -- Positive Living -- Conscious living can begin with something as small as watching the wording we are using when talking to ourselves or speaking to others. Avoiding critical, negative thinking patterns and gossip will go a long way in this goal. Using our voices, the fact that we have the ability to speak, to make the world a better place. Giving others strength, comfort, support or expressing joy of their existence... this is the power we have just by using our mouths. Think back in your life at some of the most hurtful things you've experienced - I'll bet you'll think of cruel teasing in school or someone who tore you down for a moment with something they said. Their voic...

Dave and I wish all of our readers a warm, relaxing and fulfilling holiday season :) -- Quote of the Day --  “ There have been some interesting studies of the act of giving… and how it is tremendously healthy for the giver, as well as the recipient. …Volunteering is sometimes more personal than just writing a check, however both are good for the soul. …you get more out of life by giving than you ever could by receiving – giving in a meaningful way to organizations you believe in is a great way to really feel and see what it is you are getting involved in. …It gets people out and builds communities. These days with the ability to connect to the world can cause a separation from the community - so volunteering is a way to balance a person’s life. …It is you that has to do it; each of us have to make the time to get involved in the community. ”  Land Conservancy of BC – Bill Turner – Oct 19   Check out this interesting interview with the director of the Lan...