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Editorial Editorial: Guardians of the Blue Safeguarding Our Oceans for Generations to Come

Uncover the economic importance of our oceans, sustaining industries and livelihoods worldwide. Act now to ensure a thriving future for our planet's most valuable resource.

The vast expanse of our planet's oceans, covering over 70% of the Earth's surface, has often been described as the final frontier.

Beneath its shimmering surface lies a world of unparalleled beauty and biodiversity, with ecosystems ranging from the sunlit coral reefs to the mysterious deep-sea trenches.

Yet, as with many natural wonders, the oceans are threatened, and the need to protect and preserve them has never been more crucial.

It's easy to assume that the oceans, with their vastness, are invincible to human actions.

However, this is far from the truth. Human activities have left an indelible mark on these waters, from the vast patches of plastic debris known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch to the bleaching of coral reefs due to rising temperatures. Moreover, overfishing has decimated fish populations, affecting the balance of marine ecosystems and endangering the livelihoods of millions who depend on the oceans for sustenance.

But why, one might ask, should we prioritize the health of the oceans? The answer is multifaceted. Firstly, oceans are the lifeblood of our planet. They regulate our climate, absorb carbon dioxide, and produce over half of the world's oxygen. Without healthy oceans, the delicate balance that sustains life on Earth would be disrupted, leading to catastrophic consequences for all living beings.

The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.

Jacques Yves Cousteau Additionally, oceans are a treasure trove of biodiversity. They are home to many species, many of which are yet to be discovered.

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These species add to our planet's beauty and richness and hold potential for scientific advancements.

Compounds derived from marine organisms have been used in medicines, including treatments for cancer and Alzheimer's disease. A declining ocean ecosystem might mean losing out on future discoveries that could revolutionize fields like medicine, biotechnology, and more.

Economically, oceans play a pivotal role. They support industries like fishing, tourism, and shipping, contributing trillions to the global economy. Healthy oceans ensure these industries can thrive sustainably, providing livelihoods for billions worldwide.

Given the undeniable significance of oceans, the question arises: how can we ensure their safety and health? The solutions, while challenging, are within our grasp.

Efforts must be made to reduce plastic consumption and improve waste management. Single-use plastics, often in the oceans, can be replaced with sustainable alternatives. Communities worldwide are already taking steps in this direction, with bans on plastic bags and straws.

Overfishing can be addressed by implementing and enforcing sustainable fishing practices. Establishing protected areas where fishing is restricted can allow marine populations to recover and thrive.

Tackling climate change is also essential. As global temperatures rise, oceans absorb much of the heat, leading to phenomena like coral bleaching. By reducing greenhouse gas emissions, we can mitigate the effects of climate change on the oceans.

Public awareness and education play a crucial role.

Individuals can make informed choices by understanding the importance of oceans and their threats, from reducing plastic use to supporting sustainable seafood.

In conclusion, the call to action is clear. The oceans, with their vastness and mystery, are not just a spectacle for us to admire but a responsibility for us to bear. By concerted individual, community, and global efforts, we can ensure that the oceans remain a thriving, healthy, and vital part of our planet. By protecting the oceans, we safeguard marine life and provide future generations a sustainable and prosperous future.

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Jean-Michel Cousteau The of Our T Future F O Oceans O Jean-Michel Cousteau has a lifetime of achievements and exemplary public service in ocean conservation through Education, awareness, and diplomacy was honored with the highest French civilian order of distinction, the Chevalier de la LégionD'Honneur, Knight of the Legion of Honor from the President of France, François Hollande in May 2016

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OMTimes: Education has been a cornerstone of your outreach.

What are the most vital lessons or experiences we should impart to the next generation to ensure they become proactive guardians of our oceans?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Education Education Education! "Protect The Ocean, And You Protect Yourself" is my motto.

With over 60 years of experience, I've developed programs that immerse individuals in nature. Today, I can confidently say that these programs inspire people to protect what they cherish. I've introduced programs like Ambassadors, Catalina Environmental Leadership Program, and Family Camp, all of which have made a significant impact in promoting environmental protection and responsibility.

My flagship program, Ambassadors of the Environment, has been widely recognized for its dedication to connecting people of all ages with their natural and cultural surroundings. I firmly believe in the power of Education to inspire both the young and the old.

Over the years, I've reached tens of thousands of students, teachers, and families on land and at sea. In 2021, I introduced two innovative programs: the Alabama Gulf Shores Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism & Sustainability and a program at The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands.

By 2022, I formed a collaboration in Maui, supporting a community initiative that merges traditional Hawaiian coastal stewardship with modern scientific approaches to address climate change and shoreline restoration. Environmental Education should emphasize responsible stewardship of our natural resources and teach sustainable living.

OMTimes: Education has been a cornerstone of your outreach.

What are the most vital lessons or experiences we should impart to the next generation to ensure they become proactive guardians of our oceans?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Education Education Education! "Protect The Ocean, And You Protect Yourself" is my motto.

With over 60 years of experience, I've developed programs that immerse individuals in nature. Today, I can confidently say that these programs inspire people to protect what they cherish. I've introduced programs like Ambassadors, Catalina Environmental Leadership Program, and Family Camp, all of which have made a significant impact in promoting environmental protection and responsibility.

My flagship program, Ambassadors of the Environment, has been widely recognized for its dedication to connecting people of all ages with their natural and cultural surroundings. I firmly believe in the power of Education to inspire both the young and the old.

Over the years, I've reached tens of thousands of students, teachers, and families on land and at sea. In 2021, I introduced two innovative programs: the Alabama Gulf Shores Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism & Sustainability and a program at The Ritz Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands.

By 2022, I formed a collaboration in Maui, supporting a community initiative that merges traditional Hawaiian coastal stewardship with modern scientific approaches to address climate change and shoreline restoration. Environmental Education should emphasize responsible stewardship of our natural resources and teach sustainable living.

My programs span the USA in California, Alabama, Maui, and Puerto Rico and internationally in places like Mexico, the Cayman Islands, and the Maldives Islands. Funding has always been crucial for introducing new programs.

OmTimes | November 2023

Our initiative, Sustainable Reefs, also offers environmental educational resources such as teacher curriculum guidebooks, a coral reef video featuring local celebrities, and cartoon books in local languages. These resources are aimed at coastal and island nations where coral reefs face threats. My efforts have received endorsements from the United Nations Small Island Developing States-SIDS, UNESCO, UNEP, and the International Coral Reef Action Network-ICRAN. So far, these resources have been implemented in the British Virgin Islands and American Samoa and are expanding in French Polynesia. Again, funding remains pivotal for introducing new programs.OMTimes: Building upon the legacy of your father, Jacques Cousteau, how do you envision the Future of ocean exploration, and what role do you see technology playing in this evolution?

My programs span the USA in California, Alabama, Maui, and Puerto Rico and internationally in places like Mexico, the Cayman Islands, and the Maldives Islands. Funding has always been crucial for introducing new programs.

OmTimes | November 2023

Our initiative, Sustainable Reefs, also offers environmental educational resources such as teacher curriculum guidebooks, a coral reef video featuring local celebrities, and cartoon books in local languages. These resources are aimed at coastal and island nations where coral reefs face threats. My efforts have received endorsements from the United Nations Small Island Developing States-SIDS, UNESCO, UNEP, and the International Coral Reef Action Network-ICRAN. So far, these resources have been implemented in the British Virgin Islands and American Samoa and are expanding in French Polynesia. Again, funding remains pivotal for introducing new programs.OMTimes: Building upon the legacy of your father, Jacques Cousteau, how do you envision the Future of ocean exploration, and what role do you see technology playing in this evolution?

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OMTimes: With the rapid advancements in marine technology and deep-sea exploration, what are some innovations you're most excited about, and how do you believe they'll shape the Future of oceanic research?

Building on my family's legacy, the Ocean Futures Society looks forward to highly innovative sustainable possibilities and opportunities for mutual collaborations supporting sustainable environmental commitments, heralding a new era, and inspiring the will to act responsibly!

Jean-Michel Cousteau: We are at the forefront of the Global Ocean Network (GON), an ambitious and revolutionary communications project dedicated to ensuring our global oceans' long-term sustainability and health. Our vision is to inspire a new ocean ethic, constantly monitoring the heartbeat of the sea using the latest technologies designed for unparalleled exploration of the least known Environment on our planet: the Ocean.

My interactive communication collaboration involves a network of expedition vessels equipped with energy-efficient turbo sails and solar power, satellites, sensors, handled floating buoys, and underwater habitats.

These tools allow me to transmit LIVE globally, reaching every home, educational center, museum, and scientific institution.

By collaborating with NGOs, corporations, industries, governments, and scientific institutions, I aim to provide firsthand, cutting-edge information that will shape new generations into Global Ocean Network Ambassadors.

Drawing from the Cousteau family tradition's unique perspective, I use this information to inform, inspire, and advocate.

My vision for GON is to represent the Ocean as a system without borders, emphasizing environmentally scientific and sustainable principles for ocean conservation. I'm proud to say that the conceptual designs for this vision are already complete.

OmTimes | November 2023

OMTimes: With the rapid advancements in marine technology and deep-sea exploration, what are some innovations you're most excited about, and how do you believe they'll shape the Future of oceanic research?

Building on my family's legacy, the Ocean Futures Society looks forward to highly innovative sustainable possibilities and opportunities for mutual collaborations supporting sustainable environmental commitments, heralding a new era, and inspiring the will to act responsibly!

Jean-Michel Cousteau: We are at the forefront of the Global Ocean Network (GON), an ambitious and revolutionary communications project dedicated to ensuring our global oceans' long-term sustainability and health. Our vision is to inspire a new ocean ethic, constantly monitoring the heartbeat of the sea using the latest technologies designed for unparalleled exploration of the least known Environment on our planet: the Ocean.

My interactive communication collaboration involves a network of expedition vessels equipped with energy-efficient turbo sails and solar power, satellites, sensors, handled floating buoys, and underwater habitats.

These tools allow me to transmit LIVE globally, reaching every home, educational center, museum, and scientific institution.

By collaborating with NGOs, corporations, industries, governments, and scientific institutions, I aim to provide firsthand, cutting-edge information that will shape new generations into Global Ocean Network Ambassadors.

Drawing from the Cousteau family tradition's unique perspective, I use this information to inform, inspire, and advocate.

My vision for GON is to represent the Ocean as a system without borders, emphasizing environmentally scientific and sustainable principles for ocean conservation. I'm proud to say that the conceptual designs for this vision are already complete.

OMTimes: Your work in film and media has been extensive and influential. Given your experience in film production, how do you believe the medium has evolved in its ability to convey the urgency of marine conservation, especially in the age of digital streaming and social media?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: In this era where 8 billion lives are intertwined by the groundbreaking communication revolution of the 21st century, I find myself deeply connected to my family's legacy.

Reflecting on my 78 years of diving experiences, I am thrilled to announce that the Ocean Futures Society is set to launch a new TV series titled "Jean-Michel Cousteau's 78 Years of Diving & Discovery."

OMTimes: Your work in film and media has been extensive and influential. Given your experience in film production, how do you believe the medium has evolved in its ability to convey the urgency of marine conservation, especially in the age of digital streaming and social media?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: In this era where 8 billion lives are intertwined by the groundbreaking communication revolution of the 21st century, I find myself deeply connected to my family's legacy.

Reflecting on my 78 years of diving experiences, I am thrilled to announce that the Ocean Futures Society is set to launch a new TV series titled "Jean-Michel Cousteau's 78 Years of Diving & Discovery."

The inaugural episode will spotlight the Pacific Ocean, presenting "A Great Message of Hope." This episode will celebrate the aweinspiring recovery of the Humpback Whales, a testament to nature's resilience and the power of collective human effort. Moreover, it will champion the cause of protecting other endangered cetacean populations and the broader marine ecosystems they inhabit.

Our journey began in Maui between January and April 2023, where we were granted permission by NOAA, NMFS, and the State of Hawaii to film the majestic whales and playful dolphins using drones within the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. It's a poignant reminder that many of these magnificent creatures were on the brink of extinction just four decades ago.

However, thanks to global awareness and public outcry, many whale populations are now on the path to recovery.

Today, we recognize and celebrate whales as magnificent creatures and vital "ecosystem engineers." Their presence enhances the productivity of our oceans. The more whales we have, the more "whale fertilizer" gets released into the Ocean, boosting productivity.

This, in turn, benefits fisheries and ensures a sustainable oxygen supply for all of us. The iron-rich feces of whales nourish phytoplankton and marine plants, which play a pivotal role in capturing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. In perspective, even a mere one percent increase in phytoplankton productivity can capture the CO2 equivalent of a staggering 2 billion trees.

OmTimes | November 2023

The inaugural episode will spotlight the Pacific Ocean, presenting "A Great Message of Hope." This episode will celebrate the aweinspiring recovery of the Humpback Whales, a testament to nature's resilience and the power of collective human effort. Moreover, it will champion the cause of protecting other endangered cetacean populations and the broader marine ecosystems they inhabit.

Our journey began in Maui between January and April 2023, where we were granted permission by NOAA, NMFS, and the State of Hawaii to film the majestic whales and playful dolphins using drones within the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary. It's a poignant reminder that many of these magnificent creatures were on the brink of extinction just four decades ago.

However, thanks to global awareness and public outcry, many whale populations are now on the path to recovery.

Today, we recognize and celebrate whales as magnificent creatures and vital "ecosystem engineers." Their presence enhances the productivity of our oceans. The more whales we have, the more "whale fertilizer" gets released into the Ocean, boosting productivity.

This, in turn, benefits fisheries and ensures a sustainable oxygen supply for all of us. The iron-rich feces of whales nourish phytoplankton and marine plants, which play a pivotal role in capturing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. In perspective, even a mere one percent increase in phytoplankton productivity can capture the CO2 equivalent of a staggering 2 billion trees.

OmTimes | November 2023

Whales are not just creatures of beauty and wonder but guardians of our oceans. They play an irreplaceable role in mitigating the impacts of climate change and fostering resilience within marine ecosystems. As we embark on this new chapter with the Ocean Futures Society, we aim to amplify awareness and harness the potential of funding and sponsorship. Together, we can champion the cause of these ocean giants and the invaluable ecosystems they support.

OMTimes: From your perspective, what are the most pressing challenges facing our oceans in the next decade, and how can we best prepare to address them?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: The Future is in our hands. Our very existence hinges on the intricate tapestry of species and ecosystems that envelop our planet. In essence, diversity equates to stability. As we stand on the precipice of potential mass extinctions and grapple with the ramifications of climate change, scientists are sounding the alarm: we must shield at least 30 percent of our lands, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and oceans by 2030. Given that our current protective measures encompass only 17 percent of terrestrial regions and a scant 10 percent of our vast oceans, the path ahead is urgent and monumental.

The health of our oceans and, by extension, our planet teeters on the brink of uncertainty. Yet, in these challenges, I am buoyed by hope. In my eyes, the remedies are straightforward—cherish, safeguard, and rejuvenate pivotal coastal and marine realms.

We must champion the cornerstone species that underpin the equilibrium of these ecosystems and recognize their intrinsic worth, not only as sanctuaries for biodiversity but also as reservoirs of blue carbon.

Our collective endeavor should be to harmonize our existence with the rhythms of nature, all while championing the principles of social justice for every individual.

Environmental justice is inextricably linked to social equity. It embodies the ethos that every individual and community, irrespective of race, gender, origin, or economic status, deserves equitable treatment and active participation in the formulation, execution, and oversight of environmental norms, regulations, and policies.

OmTimes | November 2023

Whales are not just creatures of beauty and wonder but guardians of our oceans. They play an irreplaceable role in mitigating the impacts of climate change and fostering resilience within marine ecosystems. As we embark on this new chapter with the Ocean Futures Society, we aim to amplify awareness and harness the potential of funding and sponsorship. Together, we can champion the cause of these ocean giants and the invaluable ecosystems they support.

OMTimes: From your perspective, what are the most pressing challenges facing our oceans in the next decade, and how can we best prepare to address them?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: The Future is in our hands. Our very existence hinges on the intricate tapestry of species and ecosystems that envelop our planet. In essence, diversity equates to stability. As we stand on the precipice of potential mass extinctions and grapple with the ramifications of climate change, scientists are sounding the alarm: we must shield at least 30 percent of our lands, rivers, lakes, wetlands, and oceans by 2030. Given that our current protective measures encompass only 17 percent of terrestrial regions and a scant 10 percent of our vast oceans, the path ahead is urgent and monumental.

The health of our oceans and, by extension, our planet teeters on the brink of uncertainty. Yet, in these challenges, I am buoyed by hope. In my eyes, the remedies are straightforward—cherish, safeguard, and rejuvenate pivotal coastal and marine realms.

We must champion the cornerstone species that underpin the equilibrium of these ecosystems and recognize their intrinsic worth, not only as sanctuaries for biodiversity but also as reservoirs of blue carbon.

Our collective endeavor should be to harmonize our existence with the rhythms of nature, all while championing the principles of social justice for every individual.

Environmental justice is inextricably linked to social equity. It embodies the ethos that every individual and community, irrespective of race, gender, origin, or economic status, deserves equitable treatment and active participation in the formulation, execution, and oversight of environmental norms, regulations, and policies.

OmTimes | November 2023

“We are all connected to the ocean.

Without healthy oceans, no life, not even on land, can exist.”

Jean-Michel Cousteau

“We are all connected to the ocean.

Without healthy oceans, no life, not even on land, can exist.”

Jean-Michel Cousteau

OMTimes: Throughout your decades of work in ocean conservation, what have been some of the most challenging moments or revelations you've faced? On the other hand, what developments or experiences have given you the most hope for the Future of our oceans?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Protecting the Ocean, our planet's life-support system, and the vital living force stabilizing global climate. I've never been more hopeful for the Future of our Ocean. More and more people are advocating for immediate climate action to protect each other and our Oceans. We're embarking on critical work to include more diverse voices and viewpoints in conservation. And we are witnesses to a generation of young people who are rising up to fight to live in a sustainable, just, and equitable world.

OMTimes: In your interactions with policymakers and business leaders, how do you navigate the delicate balance between economic development and the imperative of marine conservation?

OmTimes | November 2023

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Diplomacy. Whenever I'm tempted to point a finger, I remind myself that three fingers point back at me. It's a principle I've held close to my core, recognizing that every individual has a heart, and it's through Education that we ignite the passion to safeguard what we cherish. At the center of the Ocean Futures Society lies a dual mission: to enlighten and inspire the youth and to educate and sway the decision-makers in both the corporate world and government.

I want to assure you that my unwavering commitment, cultivated over a lifetime, to preserving the Ocean remains steadfast. Whether it's grassroots initiatives or engagements with the upper echelons of government and business sectors, my resolve is to ensure that we continue to protect and enhance the quality of life for future generations.

OMTimes: You've documented numerous stories of change and hope throughout your career. Are there any specific stories that have deeply affected you or altered your approach to conservation?

OMTimes: Throughout your decades of work in ocean conservation, what have been some of the most challenging moments or revelations you've faced? On the other hand, what developments or experiences have given you the most hope for the Future of our oceans?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Protecting the Ocean, our planet's life-support system, and the vital living force stabilizing global climate. I've never been more hopeful for the Future of our Ocean. More and more people are advocating for immediate climate action to protect each other and our Oceans. We're embarking on critical work to include more diverse voices and viewpoints in conservation. And we are witnesses to a generation of young people who are rising up to fight to live in a sustainable, just, and equitable world.

OMTimes: In your interactions with policymakers and business leaders, how do you navigate the delicate balance between economic development and the imperative of marine conservation?

OmTimes | November 2023

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Diplomacy. Whenever I'm tempted to point a finger, I remind myself that three fingers point back at me. It's a principle I've held close to my core, recognizing that every individual has a heart, and it's through Education that we ignite the passion to safeguard what we cherish. At the center of the Ocean Futures Society lies a dual mission: to enlighten and inspire the youth and to educate and sway the decision-makers in both the corporate world and government.

I want to assure you that my unwavering commitment, cultivated over a lifetime, to preserving the Ocean remains steadfast. Whether it's grassroots initiatives or engagements with the upper echelons of government and business sectors, my resolve is to ensure that we continue to protect and enhance the quality of life for future generations.

OMTimes: You've documented numerous stories of change and hope throughout your career. Are there any specific stories that have deeply affected you or altered your approach to conservation?

“We are all connected to the ocean.

Without healthy oceans, no life, not even on land, can exist.”

Jean-Michel Cousteau

OmTimes | November 2023

“We are all connected to the ocean.

Without healthy oceans, no life, not even on land, can exist.”

Jean-Michel Cousteau

OmTimes | November 2023

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Since I was first thrown "overboard" by my father, Jacques Cousteau, at the age of seven with newly invented SCUBA gear on my back, I have been mesmerized by the incredible life he's seen under the sea's surface. Throughout the years, my father has been sharing his love of the Ocean and the underwater realm, inspiring people of all nations and all ages to protect the Ocean and our water planet.

On Earth Day 1997, I led the exciting First undersea Live interactive video chat on Microsoft Internet from the coral reefs of Fiji, celebrating the International Year of the Reef and answering questions from "armchair divers " worldwide.

In 1998, I was thrilled to participate in the First live downlink from the Space Shuttle Columbia to CNN, highlighting the International Year of the Ocean and discussing NASA's contribution to ocean awareness with astronaut and marine biologist Rick Linnehan.

In 1998, I received The Environmental Hero Award from the Clinton Administration, presented by Vice-President Al Gore at the White House National Oceans Conference in Monterey, California.

In 1999, I was asked to join forces to pioneer the first-ever attempt to rehabilitate a captive Orca, Keiko, the star of the "Free Willy" film, and return him to his ocean home in Iceland. Attempting something that had never been done, working with Keiko, learning firsthand, and documenting all of Keiko's challenges and accomplishments.

OmTimes | November 2023

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Since I was first thrown "overboard" by my father, Jacques Cousteau, at the age of seven with newly invented SCUBA gear on my back, I have been mesmerized by the incredible life he's seen under the sea's surface. Throughout the years, my father has been sharing his love of the Ocean and the underwater realm, inspiring people of all nations and all ages to protect the Ocean and our water planet.

On Earth Day 1997, I led the exciting First undersea Live interactive video chat on Microsoft Internet from the coral reefs of Fiji, celebrating the International Year of the Reef and answering questions from "armchair divers " worldwide.

In 1998, I was thrilled to participate in the First live downlink from the Space Shuttle Columbia to CNN, highlighting the International Year of the Ocean and discussing NASA's contribution to ocean awareness with astronaut and marine biologist Rick Linnehan.

In 1998, I received The Environmental Hero Award from the Clinton Administration, presented by Vice-President Al Gore at the White House National Oceans Conference in Monterey, California.

In 1999, I was asked to join forces to pioneer the first-ever attempt to rehabilitate a captive Orca, Keiko, the star of the "Free Willy" film, and return him to his ocean home in Iceland. Attempting something that had never been done, working with Keiko, learning firsthand, and documenting all of Keiko's challenges and accomplishments.

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OmTimes | November 2023

In 2006, the initiative to protect the Northwest Hawaiian Islands took me and PBS to The White House, where we premiered the First PBS KQED-Ocean Futures Society documentary Jean-MichelCousteau's Ocean Adventure Voyage to Kure at the White House for President George W. Bush and Mrs. Bush and guests. The President was inspired to declare the 1,200-mile chain of islands a Marine National Monument, Papahānaumokuākea, at that time the largest marine protected area in the world.

My experience with my family's long history of innovation inspired my advanced Education with a long history of innovative design in architecture and the Ocean.

Acting on a childhood dream to build cities under the sea, I pursued a degree in architecture from the Paris School of Architecture. Today, I remain a member of the Ordre National des Architects. Some of my projects include artificial floating islands, schools, and an advanced marine studies center in Marseilles, France.

Ocean Futures Society's team pioneered both husbandry techniques and scientific research on wild orcas. In 2002, Keiko became the First captive Orca whale to ever be rehabilitated and released into the wild. Entrusted to the Humane Society in 2003 for continued long-term care and monitoring, Keiko passed away in December from a pneumonia-like virus along the coast of Norway.

In February 2002, I was honored to become the First person to represent the Environment in an Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, joining luminaries including Archbishop Desmond Tutu (Africa), John Glenn (The Americas), Kazuyoshi Funaki (Asia), Lech Walesa(Europe), Cathy Freeman (Oceania), Jean-Claude Killy (Sport), and Steven Spielberg (Culture).

Jean-Michel was also appointed to the Board of Directors of the Athens Environmental Foundation for the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, mandated to design and support projects that will improve the Environment in Greece and beyond.

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In 2006, the initiative to protect the Northwest Hawaiian Islands took me and PBS to The White House, where we premiered the First PBS KQED-Ocean Futures Society documentary Jean-MichelCousteau's Ocean Adventure Voyage to Kure at the White House for President George W. Bush and Mrs. Bush and guests. The President was inspired to declare the 1,200-mile chain of islands a Marine National Monument, Papahānaumokuākea, at that time the largest marine protected area in the world.

My experience with my family's long history of innovation inspired my advanced Education with a long history of innovative design in architecture and the Ocean.

Acting on a childhood dream to build cities under the sea, I pursued a degree in architecture from the Paris School of Architecture. Today, I remain a member of the Ordre National des Architects. Some of my projects include artificial floating islands, schools, and an advanced marine studies center in Marseilles, France.

Ocean Futures Society's team pioneered both husbandry techniques and scientific research on wild orcas. In 2002, Keiko became the First captive Orca whale to ever be rehabilitated and released into the wild. Entrusted to the Humane Society in 2003 for continued long-term care and monitoring, Keiko passed away in December from a pneumonia-like virus along the coast of Norway.

In February 2002, I was honored to become the First person to represent the Environment in an Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, joining luminaries including Archbishop Desmond Tutu (Africa), John Glenn (The Americas), Kazuyoshi Funaki (Asia), Lech Walesa(Europe), Cathy Freeman (Oceania), Jean-Claude Killy (Sport), and Steven Spielberg (Culture).

Jean-Michel was also appointed to the Board of Directors of the Athens Environmental Foundation for the Athens 2004 Olympic Games, mandated to design and support projects that will improve the Environment in Greece and beyond.

The design and development of the Parc Oceanique Cousteau in Paris was an innovative public attraction to teach visitors about the Ocean without displaying any captive animals. This was the first complex architecturally designed Oceanographic educational Aquarium without water or marine mammals.

In 1969, leading the transformation of a 100,000-square-foot section of the Queen Mary into the Living Sea Museum in Long Beach, California, brought me to live in California.

In 1989-1994, my team and I brought Project Ocean Search, one of the First outdoor environmental educational programs for the public, to Savusavu, Fiji.

In 1995, I co-founded the Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort, an environmentally and culturally oriented family resort conceived as a global model proving the economic benefits of environmental concern and design to the business community. To expand the impact of ecological tourism, he created L'Eventure Jean-Michel Cousteau, his flagship dive operation at the resort in Fiji.

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OMTimes: Given your unique position as the son of the legendary Jacques Cousteau, how do you see the evolution of ocean exploration and conservation from your father's era to now? In what ways has the narrative changed, and how Ocean Futures Society contributed to shaping this new narrative?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: My father was a French Naval officer in Toulon, where he served on the Condorcet. Cousteau carried out his first underwater experiments thanks to his friend Philippe Tailliez, who, in 1936, lent him some Fernez underwater goggles, predecessors of modern swimming goggles. He belonged to the information service of the French Navy and was sent on missions to Shanghai and Japan (1935–1938) and to the USSR (1939).

However, an automobile accident, which broke both his arms, cut short his career in naval aviation. The accident forced him to change his plans to become a maritime pilot, so he was immersed in his passion for the Ocean, which ultimately helped heal his injuries.

The design and development of the Parc Oceanique Cousteau in Paris was an innovative public attraction to teach visitors about the Ocean without displaying any captive animals. This was the first complex architecturally designed Oceanographic educational Aquarium without water or marine mammals.

In 1969, leading the transformation of a 100,000-square-foot section of the Queen Mary into the Living Sea Museum in Long Beach, California, brought me to live in California.

In 1989-1994, my team and I brought Project Ocean Search, one of the First outdoor environmental educational programs for the public, to Savusavu, Fiji.

In 1995, I co-founded the Jean-Michel Cousteau Fiji Islands Resort, an environmentally and culturally oriented family resort conceived as a global model proving the economic benefits of environmental concern and design to the business community. To expand the impact of ecological tourism, he created L'Eventure Jean-Michel Cousteau, his flagship dive operation at the resort in Fiji.

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OMTimes: Given your unique position as the son of the legendary Jacques Cousteau, how do you see the evolution of ocean exploration and conservation from your father's era to now? In what ways has the narrative changed, and how Ocean Futures Society contributed to shaping this new narrative?

Jean-Michel Cousteau: My father was a French Naval officer in Toulon, where he served on the Condorcet. Cousteau carried out his first underwater experiments thanks to his friend Philippe Tailliez, who, in 1936, lent him some Fernez underwater goggles, predecessors of modern swimming goggles. He belonged to the information service of the French Navy and was sent on missions to Shanghai and Japan (1935–1938) and to the USSR (1939).

However, an automobile accident, which broke both his arms, cut short his career in naval aviation. The accident forced him to change his plans to become a maritime pilot, so he was immersed in his passion for the Ocean, which ultimately helped heal his injuries.

OMTimes: You've engaged with grassroots activists and global leaders in your efforts. How do you see the interplay between local, on-the-ground initiatives and broader, international policies driving effective ocean conservation? The worldwide public of a free society can drive international policies demanding ocean protection. In the face of adversity, the human species is a remarkable adapter. When confronted with issues of urgency, we mobilize rapidly to overcome challenges.

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Many outstanding organizations are making huge strides in conservation and protecting our planet for the rights of future generations. Here are a few.

Julie Packard: The Monterey Aquarium, NOAA, Mission Blue's Hope Spots, Marine Protected Areas, The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, Nature Conservancy, Natural Resources Defense Council, The Sierra Club, and many more.

My father co-invented the first successful open-circuit self-contained underwater breathing apparatus ("SCUBA"), called the Aqua-Lung, which assisted him in producing some of the first underwater documentaries. From 1943-the 1970s was all about research and development of innovative underwater diving equipment, including underwater cameras, exploration, and discovery.

On July 12, 1937, he married my mother, Simone Melchior, his wife, mother of his firstborn sons, and life-long partner. Calypso was her home. She lived onboard more than my father, me, and brother. All the Men of Calypso were her sons and called her La Berger, The Shepherdess.

In 1943, My mother and I, with my younger brother, were the first women and young boys to scuba dive.

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco is one of the world's leading philanthropists dedicated to ocean conservation and sustainability. Over the last 15 years, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has invested nearly $99 million to fund almost 700 projects that focus on limiting the effects of climate change, promoting renewable energies, preserving biodiversity, managing water resources, and combating desertification. Prince Albert discusses prioritizing global collaboration - from government to civil society, philanthropists to the private sector - reconciling an international non-profit organization committed to progressing Planetary Health for present and future generations.

Ocean Futures Society

Ocean Futures Society

OMTimes: You've engaged with grassroots activists and global leaders in your efforts. How do you see the interplay between local, on-the-ground initiatives and broader, international policies driving effective ocean conservation? The worldwide public of a free society can drive international policies demanding ocean protection. In the face of adversity, the human species is a remarkable adapter. When confronted with issues of urgency, we mobilize rapidly to overcome challenges.

Jean-Michel Cousteau: Many outstanding organizations are making huge strides in conservation and protecting our planet for the rights of future generations. Here are a few.

Julie Packard: The Monterey Aquarium, NOAA, Mission Blue's Hope Spots, Marine Protected Areas, The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, Nature Conservancy, Natural Resources Defense Council, The Sierra Club, and many more.

My father co-invented the first successful open-circuit self-contained underwater breathing apparatus ("SCUBA"), called the Aqua-Lung, which assisted him in producing some of the first underwater documentaries. From 1943-the 1970s was all about research and development of innovative underwater diving equipment, including underwater cameras, exploration, and discovery.

On July 12, 1937, he married my mother, Simone Melchior, his wife, mother of his firstborn sons, and life-long partner. Calypso was her home. She lived onboard more than my father, me, and brother. All the Men of Calypso were her sons and called her La Berger, The Shepherdess.

In 1943, My mother and I, with my younger brother, were the first women and young boys to scuba dive.

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H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco is one of the world's leading philanthropists dedicated to ocean conservation and sustainability. Over the last 15 years, the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has invested nearly $99 million to fund almost 700 projects that focus on limiting the effects of climate change, promoting renewable energies, preserving biodiversity, managing water resources, and combating desertification. Prince Albert discusses prioritizing global collaboration - from government to civil society, philanthropists to the private sector - reconciling an international non-profit organization committed to progressing Planetary Health for present and future generations.

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Health & Wellness Innovative new approaches to Healing as well as holistic methods for dealing with health issues and personal growth

Navigating the Challenges of Spiritual Illnesses SPIRITUAL ILLNESSES AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THEM

M

By Humanity Healing

any people are trying to

guidance or get interested in

get more spiritual today

different beliefs. Spiritual ailments

because our modern

represent a reality that cannot be

world has many

ignored, especially in today's times

problems that trouble our minds.

when we are aware of a higher

Stress, sadness, and nervousness

warning pointing us to the urgent

are why some folks seek spiritual

need to evaluate our moral conduct,

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our spiritual practices, developing

consumerism is also an underlying

actions and attitudes in line with the

cause of this "Fast-Food Spirituality."

Law of love, justice, and charity.

It is, therefore, a limiting condition that prevents one f rom recognizing

But, if someone's not ready or gets

the fullness of true Spirituality,

too self-focused, they might develop

with its challenges and deep

harmful diseases that can also spread

transformational teachings.

to someone else's spiritual side.

THE ORIGIN OF SPIRITUAL ILLNESSES

These folks think that Spirituality is a bit of wishful thinking. They believe there's a quick fix for their problems.

But one thing's certain: true spiritual

The emergence of spiritual illnesses

growth, which can make us feel

is linked to a broader view of health

better, doesn't happen instantly or

that recognizes the interconnection

without effort.

between body, mind, and spirit.

Although it's hard to pinpoint a specific time when spiritual diseases

FAKE SPIRITUALITY

were first identified, various ancient

Some people act like they're spiritual

cultures and traditions acknowledge

and play a part in a play; they are

the existence of these conditions.

called 'role players". They might dress up and work a certain way,

Here are some examples of “Spiritual

even if they don't truly believe in

Illnesses.”

their actions. This is prevalent in a 'new' Spiritual movement called

FAST-FOOD SPIRITUALITY This disease's name is like the fast food we eat – something quick and

"Conspirituality”.

LIMITING BELIEFS

easy to fill a need but often not

Negative beliefs about ourselves,

healthy or satisfying.

life, and the spiritual world can create blockages and imbalances in

Consumerism can be considered

our energy system. Limiting beliefs

the eighth deadly sin. Thus,

can prevent us f rom accessing our

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spiritual potential and living fully.

empowering beliefs, we can make

Here are some examples of limiting

room for spiritual growth, emotional

beliefs:

healing, and the manifestation of a more authentic and meaningful life.

"I am not worthy."

"I am not good enough."

"The world is a dangerous place."

SPIRITUAL DISCONECTIONMIXED-UP MOTIVES

"I can't change."

"I don't deserve to be happy."

This is a common problem. Even

"I am not deserving of abundance."

if someone really wants to grow

"I have no control over my life."

spiritually, it's easy to get confused

"I can't forgive."

with personal wishes, like wanting to

"I need to please everyone."

feel special or unique, often because

"I don't deserve love."

of feeling empty inside. The lack of a deep connection to one's inner

By challenging these limiting

self, the absence of meaningful

beliefs and replacing them with

spiritual practices, or a feeling of

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spiritual emptiness can lead to the

"Spiritual Ego." This is when someone

emergence of this spiritual illness.

believes so strongly in their spiritual

Here are some examples of spiritual

self-importance that it's nearly

disconnections:

impossible to help or advise them, blocking their spiritual growth.

• Lack of purpose and meaning • Disinterest in spiritual practices

"One of the most common illusions

• Feelings of loneliness and isolation

after awakening is the illusion of

• Feeling a lack of inner peace

superiority. This is very common

• Self-destructive behaviors

in spiritual circles. People can get trapped in a feeling of power,

THE SPIRITUAL AND ENLIGHTENED EGO

whether they are awakened or not; it's a trap in the dream state, just as it is a trap when someone

A big, unchecked ego can cause

is transitioning f rom the non-

many problems. When it gets mixed

permanent awakened state to the

up with spiritual beliefs, it becomes a

permanent awakened state. There

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is nothing more unpleasant than

a bit and suddenly thinks they're an

an enlightened ego. It's an ego that

expert, ready to teach others. The

thinks it's enlightened, an ego that

Internet is filled with "Instant Gurus.'

believes it's awake, an ego that uses some of the energy and realization of awakening to build a new and superior sense of self." (Adyashanti)

SPIRITUAL PRIDE: HUBRIS Hubris is like super pride that can get someone into big trouble, while

TOO MANY "SPIRITUAL TEACHERS"

arrogance is when someone thinks they're better or smarter than they really are. Both make people seem

A trend in Spirituality can cause

full of themselves, and both are traits

problems for those who want to

that display a lack of humility, but

share real teachings. The issue is

hubris can lead to bigger problems.

how fast these spreads, almost

This problem often happens to

unstoppable, where someone learns

professionals or scholars who achieve

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something after much hard work.

rules make members feel they

They become so proud of what

belong. But often, anyone different

they've done that they feel superior

gets left out.

to others and stop being open to learning more.

The importance of having a Healthy Spiritual life.

HERD MENTALITY

One of the main benefits of having

Herd behavior occurs in animals in

a spiritual life is its connection to

herds, packs, bird flocks, fish schools,

mental health. Spiritual matters

and so on, as well as in humans. The

help individuals understand their

"group mind" issue has troubled

significance, making them feel

people for ages. It's when a group

valued and purposeful. Taking care

of people start acting the same,

of one's spiritual side is essential for

from dressing alike to talking and

connecting with oneself and aligning

behaving similarly. These unwritten

goals with the upcoming cycles.

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Simply Spiritual To perceive reality from a different perspective is to open oneself to the wonders and unlimited wealth of creation. Simply Spiritual offers the opportunity to visit new places, new methods, and different ways to perceive the vast human knowledge of our Universe.

Are You Cursed?

DISCOVER IF YOU ARE CURSED!

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By Cathedral Of the Soul

e all have our

through our own genetics. In other

traumas. One

words, the problem that afflicts you

of these is

so much may have been caused by a

characterized as

great-grandfather who experienced or

part of curses, usually passed down

generated the same situation.

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Since antiquity, problems related

From the moment one of the curses

to curses have been growing. Many

is broken, as through mantras and

families were killed in remote times

prayers, the entire generation is

because the whole family was rampant

healed; however, some residue may

with unresolved curses and charms.

still pass on to the children, usually

With this, there was judgment and

male. In this case, it is recommended

disorder in these generations.

that they also chant mantras and seek to take care of any evil that may

However, nowadays, things are

torment them.

different. Many powers are being weakened thanks to spiritual protectors

Before seeking treatments and

who can break any hereditary curse.

spiritual healing, it is important to

Among these, we can highlight sacred

understand the real intensity of the

mantras, charms, and blessings. They

curses. Sometimes it is not about

are of extreme importance for a more

curses, and we become paranoid

peaceful and joyous life with oneself.

about the idea.

For, believe it or not, all people who are cursed today still have a heavy burden

We advise that the case be studied

and great distress in their hearts. The

in a detailed manner. Curses usually

moment we start to free ourselves

result in abortions, sudden deaths of

from this, we feel like a feather falling

close people, irregular menstruation

in a gentle breeze.

with unpredictable mood, hallucinations, sudden loss of appetite

THE RUNNING OF THE CURSES: HOW DOES IT HAPPEN?

at a certain point in life, etc. In these cases, which occur frequently and not sporadically, spiritual counseling would benefit the healing of curses.

The curses that run through our families can be transmitted to the seventh generation of the following

CURSES FROM THE PAST: HOW TO GET RID OF THEM?

families. That is, even the relatives of our great-great-grandparents can be

It is common for us to live with a very

responsible for the embarrassment we

heavy mind during the week. Life's

face today.

problems overwhelm us, and all our OM TIMES | November 2023

energy fades before the weekend can

Today, to eliminate any of these

arrive. Most of the time, we blame our

curses that afflict us so much, we

responsibilities and blame ourselves.

will work on the mantra for the

However, it's interesting to know that

deliverance from curses, better

sometimes a curse from the past is still

known as Aad Guray Nameh. It is

present in our lives.

very powerful and helps us clean any cursed trace passed down through

The curses of our ancestors can be

blood and spirit.

of various types and reasons. Debts related to spiritual, romantic, and financial situations. Some entities

AGAINST PAST CURSES: MANTRA AAD GURAY NAMEH

contacted at the time may have been the cause of such a curse that persists

The following mantra, of Indian origin,

to this generation.

is written in Hindi. Its intonation in OM TIMES | November 2023

this language is possible, knowing its translation, which is right below. After, its chant in any language is valid for our hearts and soul.

• Om • Aad Guray Nameh • Jugaad Guray Nameh • Sat Guray Nameh • Siri Guru Dayvay Nameh • Om • "Om • Here I bow to the primal wisdom • I bow to the wisdom that transcends all years • I bow here to the true and powerful wisdom • I bow to the great and invincible wisdom that invisibly dwells within us • Om." When this mantle is chanted, During the intonation of this chant,

whether in Hindi or in English, always

always keep in mind that the

keep a peaceful place and a glass of

extremities, being the Om at the

water in mind. Try to relax in a calm

beginning and the end, should be

and inducing manner to prepare your

pronounced from the back of the

body to expel all curses.

throat, passing through the roof of the letter "M."

FIVE SIGNS YOU MAY BE AFFECTED BY A CURSE

This symbol of the mantras refers

The effects of a possible binding

to the totality and power of the

curse can be quite negative in

universe, the great and wonderful

our day-to-day lives. It completely

divine power.

alters our feelings, attitudes, how

the mouth until the lips touch on

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we deal with certain things, and

be induced to keep the sender of the

the behaviors we start to have, and

curse in mind or even be prevented

often we don't even know that we

from being with him. Be aware of

are under the influence of black

your most submerged feelings.

magic. Below, we will describe five symptoms of a cursed person so that you can be aware if this

UNEXPLAINED SETBACKS

happens to you.

Going through a bad phase is normal

THE TEMPTATION

But when it happens very frequently,

for everyone or even a bit of bad luck. this could be a symptom of a cursed

Temptation is present in our lives in

person. Constant problems, loss

various forms. It can be carnal. It can

of objects, daily delays, setbacks

be a hidden desire, a kind of will. It is

that tend to disturb your mind, and

even more incited when the sender

events can demoralize your life and

of the curse defines this situation as

those around you. It's as if bad luck is

ruining you. The cursed person can

connected 24 hours a day.

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FEELING OF DISORIENTATION

dream too much, with unmatched

When confusion invades your mind,

without explanation, the curse takes

you feel completely lost, unable to

over your life. They generate strange

make decisions, and with a random

behaviors and thoughts that do not

feeling about everything in your life.

leave your mind.

This could be a symptom of a cursed person, especially if you do not usually have this attitude. A recent revolt, a feeling of anguish, and being guided by spirits you cannot see. Pay attention

intensity, or have frequent nightmares

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ISOLATION When you feel isolated, physically or

to your decisions and attitudes.

mentally, from the rest of the people, a

INTENSE DREAMS

concerning your decisions is a symptom

A spiritual disturbance can often only

out of this impasse and the expressed

be felt through dreams. When you

desires of the sender of the curse.

feeling that can affect your discernment of a cursed person. Do everything to get

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The Power of Honoring Our Bliss

By Judi Lynch

U

nderstanding how

we evolve and honor each other,

honoring our bliss can

we heal the past, the now, and the

truly change life on Earth

future.

is important. If we feel

blissful and full of energy and spirit,

Without a doubt, we are living

we help to inspire others to seek their

in incredible times. The Earth is

own methods of connection. When

experiencing great changes and

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challenges. More than ever, many of us seek deeper spiritual connections to assist us in this extreme process of evolution. For some people, life is business as usual as they go along with the flow: distractions from work, enjoying vacations, caring for children. Just not letting their thoughts get too deep. For those seeking to make the world safer, more peaceful, and more compassionate, it’s much more difficult to assume that everything will work out without our collective assistance. Honoring the bliss that still lives inside us becomes imperative to our goals.

Our lives are filled with events, great and small. Births, deaths, physical and

Looking inward to find comfort and

mental challenges, family issues, and

insight without outside noise and

many other experiences. Our paths

conflict may be difficult. Empaths

can be simple, complex, exciting,

have special challenges overcoming

or dull, depending on where we

the fear and anxieties of negative

are on our life timeline. Our beliefs

actions and events. The journey to

help determine how we process

remember our inner joy helps us

ongoing life changes. Our views on

acknowledge its very existence.

the afterlife, reincarnation, religion,

A great question to ask ourselves is

politics, social issues, and many other

what brings in positive memories of

things influence us. We learn, grow,

feeling extreme happiness inside.

and evolve at our own pace. Along

Returning to our childhood, thinking

the way, we can gain empathy and

about our innocence, and wondering

compassion for others instead of

about discovering and experiencing

judging their journey.

new adventures. Just feeling good OM TIMES | November 2023

without worrying about financial

are more dramatic and cautious by

obligations or dramatic situations.

nature, having to learn the skills we

Being in the moment while riding a

need to see the brighter side of life.

bike downhill with the wind in our

It can take some time and practice

faces. Jumping into a pool or sailing

to harness the power to feel from

down a waterslide for the first time.

the inside out instead of letting the outside determine our focus and

As adults, we learn to be more

mood. Learning how to shield and

responsible and accountable. We

protect our inner light from absorbing

also realize that not everyone had

negative energies by setting

a happy childhood with loving

boundaries becomes necessary.

and supportive parents. Some of

Owning our thoughts, taking control

us are wired positively, making

of our choices and decisions without

us feel joyful at the little things in

judging who we were or how we

life, smiling at others because we

existed in our past. The practice of

love just being alive. Some of us

forgiving ourselves as we learn helps

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us to thrive by letting in new ideas and

When we evolve and honor each

possibilities.

other, we heal the past, the now, and the future.

We may be uplifted through our spiritual practices, creative endeavors,

About the Author:

and connections with others. All of

Judi Lynch is a psychic medium,

these might apply at once. Meditation,

intuitive counselor, healing channel,

prayer, art, music, assisting others,

and author. She is president of the

travel, writing, sports, and several

Crystal Healing Foundation, Inc.,

other activities can help us realize that

a 501(c) spiritual charity, and a writer

life can be amazing. Understanding

for OM Times Magazine. She has

how honoring our bliss can truly

authored two books, Friends with

change life on Earth is important. If

Lights and Conscious Ascension,

we feel blissful and full of energy and

and has read for clients worldwide.

spirit, we help to inspire others to seek

To learn more or contact us for

their own methods of connection.

a session, see judilynch.com

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Ways to Become More Spiritual without Being Religious

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By OMTimes

e find opposing

between these two important

viewpoints when

concepts. Religion advocates claim

we search the

that spirituality is empty and nothing

internet for texts

more than people wanting to contort

and reflections on the differences

their bodies in strange positions.

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In contrast, spirituality says religion is a set of rules and duties that believers must follow, fear, and obey.

We are not human beings having a spiritual experience; we are spiritual beings having a human experience.

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin A Spiritual oriented life is one of many paths we can adopt in this life. It is not tied to religion or our upbringing.

We can fit to a church without being spiritual, and very spiritual without any religious affiliation. Spirituality is an individual decision.

But how can we develop that aspect in our lives? though life may offer challenges that

HERE ARE A FEW SUGGESTIONS

pull you away from that path, your intention and willingness are more powerful.

• Willingness: If you find it difficult and often The first step is intention. Wanting

veer off course from your intention,

to be a spiritual person requires the

create reminders that support you in

willingness to start and especially to

moments of weakness.

continue on that path.

Join a spiritual group, buy books, start Outline to yourself that this is the

your spiritual progress journal, or

path you chose and that even

create a treasure map.

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• Start meditating:

It's challenging to elevate yourself spiritually when you're still holding to

Meditation is so simple yet profound

the past and feelings of resentment

that once you begin, it will be hard

and bitterness.

to stop practicing. Meditation relaxes the body, clears the mind, raises

Make a concrete and honest

energy, and prepares you to achieve

evaluation. Acknowledge that we

your purpose. If you haven't done it,

may all make mistakes and that no

learn to meditate!

matter how grave they may be, we just act based on what we know and

• Forgive:

our resources.

If you want to be more divine, forgive.

Perhaps less spiritually advanced

It's not easy, but it's miraculous.

individuals have hurt you in the past.

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Yet, if you have chosen the spiritual path, you owe it to yourself to understand, forgive, and forget.

It's not about being saintly... it's about healing yourself.

A famous quote says resentment is like drinking a cup of poison and expecting others to die. Stop poisoning yourself — forgive and keep growing.

If it's difficult, use the power of visualization.

• Apologize: Apologize to yourself for your mistakes or shortcomings. Regard yourself as perfecting work in process

• Seek allies:

of Transformation and deserving of Sometimes there's a need to change

compassion and love.

our environment to move forward.

The mistakes you've made are part of

Surround yourself with loving, honest,

a past existence. Your decision to be

and kind people. There's always the

someone more spiritual says so.

possibility to filter our relationships, distancing ourselves from toxicity and

Also, apologize to those you have

attracting love and peace.

hurt. Whether in person, through a letter, or energetically, admit your

• Plan your routine:

mistakes and ask for forgiveness. You will release a burden that will make

Decide what do you want to be part

your life lighter.

of your spiritual routine. Let yourself OM TIMES | November 2023

be driven by your intuition and what

By making this conscious

brings you happiness.

connection, we can extend our arms and be the strengthen and love

Decide what you will include in

others need.

your spiritual life — prayer, charity, affirmations, treasure map, spiritual

To be more spiritual, do something

group, reading... there are ways to

kind for someone else and yourself at

incorporate many activities that

least once a day.

inspire you to improve daily.

• Purify your life: • Be generous: It is not unusual to need a little boost To be Spiritual is to know that we are

f rom time to time. Keeping the

not alone. We are connected to the

energy of the bodies and our spaces

planet and its inhabitants. We are

clean and positive greatly helps lead

part of a whole.

a healthier and more spiritual life.

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Follow protection and purification

For every problem, be grateful for

rituals occasionally that cleanse your

the ones you don't have. With every

body, aura, and home.

urge to judge someone else, change your perspective and understand —

• Live consciously:

be compassionate.

Become more attentive to your belief, words, and actions. If you notice that

SPIRITUALITY IS AN INSIDE JOB: START SMALL

they are sometimes negative, try to accept them, understand them, and

MAKE A CONSCIOUS EFFORT TO

let them go.

LOVE THE PEOPLE AROUND YOU

It's normal for frustration and

Sometimes we forget to love the

problems to affect us at times.

people around us, such as family

However, take control and don't let

and friends. We can become so

yourself be carried away.

engrossed in our concerns that we OM TIMES | November 2023

don't make time for others. When we

you want requires you to be very

spend less time in our own heads,

focused on yourself, reducing

we increase our awareness, connect

your awareness. However, you

with the energy around us, and raise

can marry the two and increase

awareness of those we love.

your awareness simultaneously by thinking about your goals in small

MAKE SMALL CONNECTIONS WITH

bursts and doing them f requently.

MORE AWARENESS EVERY DAY For example, when sitting in Your higher consciousness is the

traffic or on a bus, think about the

person you are eager to be and live

person you want to be. When you

the life you want. To exist in the life

do this, you connect with yourself

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This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophy. Our brain and heart are our temples; the philosophy is kindness.

Dalai Lama DO SOMETHING YOU ENJOY By doing things you love, you free your mind from clutter, work, and worry, and you become more enthusiastic about life, thus tapping into your inner spirit.

DO THING FOR OTHERS WITHOUT EXPECTING SOMETHING IN RETURN There is no more beneficial way to attain a higher spiritual level than by helping others without expecting anything in return. It's like the feeling you get at Christmas when you give your children and loved ones what they want all year.

You can do this in your ordinary and your higher consciousness and

life with simple things, like holding

let go of all the noise of life. Doing

a door open for someone, offering

this 10 times a day for 5 minutes

someone a ride to avoid rush hour

allows you to continue focusing on

traffic, helping someone get a job, or

others and everyday life but gives you

buying flowers for your spouse. You

enough time to think about how to

can do many small daily things to

reach your higher consciousness.

take yourself to a new spiritual level.

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Are there Archetypical Energies Influencing You?

U

By Carl Greer, PhD, PsyD

nderstanding archetypal

us write and implement new stories

energies helps us

for ourselves. Archetypes appear

to understand the

within the collective unconscious

momentum of our lives

we all share and in human cultures

better, and to plan for ways to bring

around the world and across time.

in or amplify energies that can help

Often, they are personified as figures

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such as the hero, the trickster, and

conscious mind. Dreams, Freudian

the sage. Symbols that appear to

slips, or strong feelings such as anger

you in dreams or when meditating

or shame that quickly and fiercely

may be manifestations of archetypal

arise in a seemingly innocuous

energies that are influencing you.

situation can be signs that universal,

Some may be human figures, while

archetypal energies from your

others are animals or inanimate

personal and collective unconscious

objects, such as a tree or a boat.

are active and influencing you.

Archetypal energies always affect

Archetypes can influence you in

you, but you may not be conscious

different ways. You might experience

of their presence or effects. What

the archetype of the fool as a playful

is in your personal and collective

clown, encouraging you to take life

unconscious is hidden from your

less seriously. Yet the same archetype

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might be experienced by someone

What archetypes seem to play a role

else as a cunning and sophisticated

in your life? Would you like to change

court jester who dances on the

them, or would you like to change

edge of danger by revealing truth

how they influence you? How might

through humor. Your story and your

you work differently with them to

everyday experiences influence how

reap their benefits?

you perceive and are affected by any particular archetypal energy,

About the Author

and vice versa. There are benefits and downsides to all the many ways

Carl Greer, PhD, PsyD, is a

in which archetypal energies can

practicing clinical psychologist,

influence you.

Jungian analyst, and shamanic OM TIMES | November 2023

practitioner. His shamanic work is

the staff of the Lorene Replogle

drawn from a mix of North American

Counseling Center, and holds

and South American indigenous

workshops on shamanic topics.

traditions and is influenced by

He is the author of the new book

Jungian analytic psychology. He has

Change Your Story, Change

worked or trained with shamans on

Your Life: Using Shamanic and

five continents and trained at Dr.

Jungian Tools to Achieve Personal

Alberto Villoldo’s Healing the Light

Transformation by Carl Greer

Body School, where he has taught.

© 2023, Findhorn Press. Now

Carl Greer is involved in various

available at Amazon.com and

businesses and charities, teaches at

BarnesandNoble.com.

the Jung Institute in Chicago, is on

www.carlgreer.com

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Feng Shui: Is Your Trash Stealing the Good Energy of Your Home?

TRASH AND GARBAGE: THE ENERGY VILLAIN

F

By Ministry Earth

eng shui is an ancient

and organizing spaces to promote

Chinese practice that

positive energy flow and enhance

focuses on creating harmony

well-being. One aspect of feng shui

and balance in one's

is decluttering and removing house

environment. It involves arranging

trash or unnecessary items.

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In feng shui, clutter is considered

In the kitchen, never place the

stagnant energy that can block

trash can near the stove (as it

positive energy flow in a space.

symbolizes prosperity), near the

It is believed that a cluttered

ref rigerator, and especially not close

environment can lead to feelings of

to where you prepare food. It should

overwhelm and stressed and even

preferably be outside the kitchen,

impact various aspects of life, such as

but if that's not possible, place it

relationships, health, and prosperity.

as far away as possible f rom the abovementioned items.

Here are some tips to address house trash and create a more harmonious

Always opt for colorful and cheerful

environment according to feng shui

trash cans. They will soften the

principles:

aspect of stagnant energy in your kitchen and bathrooms. And

DECLUTTER REGULARLY

remember: your trash can ALWAYS have a lid and preferably be foot

Take time to go through your

operated.

belongings and remove items you no longer need or love. Dispose of

Have small trash cans. This way, they

or donate items that are broken,

will fill up quickly and compel you to

damaged, or no longer serve

take out the trash more frequently.

a purpose.

Keeping rubbish in cans for many days not only spreads negative energy

Trash is everything we discard or

but is also unhygienic. If possible,

doesn't use in our homes. Therefore,

empty the trash cans daily.

it carries an energy of rejection, stagnation, of unnecessary things.

It is a stagnant, lifeless energy, but

CLEAR OUT HIDDEN CLUTTER

it is inevitable to have trash cans in our homes as we produce garbage

Don't forget to address overlooked

daily. So, learn how to deal with

areas, such as closets, drawers,

this energy, control it, and optimize

and cabinets. These spaces can

it so that it doesn't hinder the

accumulate clutter over time, so

harmonization of your environment:

regularly declutter and organize them.

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Do not have a junk room in your

junk. If you need to store seldom-

house. We repeat this in almost

used items, make that space clean

all of our Feng Shui articles. It is

and organized, properly labeled, and

common to have the habit of storing

without trash.

things we rarely use in a room in the house, and along with these

Do not keep trash at the entrance of

things, there is often a lot of trash

your home for too long. Those black

and items that serve no purpose (and

bags filled with debris and garbage

we stubbornly refuse to throw them

at the doorstep of your house or

away). Let go, do not keep room for

business greatly hinder the entry of

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positive energy into space. The trash at the doorstep acts as a barrier,

PAY ATTENTION TO THE FLOW OF ENERGY

a wall that prevents anything good from coming in. Therefore, only place

In feng shui, it is believed that

the garbage at the door close to the

energy, or chi, needs to flow

time of collection.

f reely through space. Arrange furniture and objects in a way

Beyond being a responsible citizen,

that allows for easy movement

it is an action that will energize your

and promotes a sense of

environment.

spaciousness.

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Trash cans and garbage are associated

the kitchen and bathrooms more

with dead, stagnant, and stagnant

beautiful, stylish, and energized! ;-)

energy — obviously. That's why Feng Shui does not recommend having trash cans next to the kitchen stove, especially

SOME USEFUL TIPS

not on the sink or in areas where

• Empty the kitchen and bathroom

food is prepared. Why? Because food

trash cans f requently (have smaller

preparation is sacred and is associated

models that will require you to do

with health and prosperity.

this more diligently).

What to do? Have trash cans outside

• Keep the trash cans covered.

the house, if possible. In apartments, it is ideal for keeping the trash can

• Avoid accumulating organic waste

away from the stove and refrigerator.

that can cause unpleasant odors

And invest in colorful, beautiful, and

(to do this, cook the right amount

cheerful trash cans that help make

of food and avoid waste).

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• Do not place trash cans on the sink or

Share newspapers and magazines.

countertops where food is prepared.

Send them to neighbors, stores, clinics, and beauty salons.

• Recycle paper, metal, glass, and plastic (organize them in a box or bag and

Embrace the shopping trend

take them to recycling centers — you

without plastic bags and buy less at

can take them to the supermarket

the supermarket by doing weekly

when you go shopping).

shopping.

AVOID ACCUMULATING TRASH...HOW?

Remember, Feng Shui's objective is to create a harmonious and balanced living space. By decluttering and

Refuse leaflets, brochures, forms,

addressing house trash, you can

newspapers, and other free items —

improve the energy flow in your

ones you know you won't use — which

home and create a more supportive

will only add to a pile of papers.

and uplifting environment.

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Organizing the Unwanted Inheritance

W

By Kartar Diamond

hen a parent or any

inherited personal possessions can be

family member

a challenge for someone who already

dies, there can be

struggles with organization and

mixed emotions,

clutter. It's not just some stranger's

especially if an inheritance is

stuff: it could be cherished items from

attached. While we may not have

mom or dad and things you may have

any issues accepting cash, stocks, or

seen in their home for decades. And

real estate, what to do with all the

sometimes, it is just little things; for

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example, I kept my mother's driver's license for a few years.

When my mother died, I was uninterested in absorbing her furnishings or artwork. None of it was to my taste. I didn't need a second set of kitchen appliances or cookware either. And yet I did keep a few symbolic items, such as a fourfoot-tall statue of a mother with two daughters, which she kept in her living room. That statue had fallen and cracked in both the 1971 and 1994 Los Angeles earthquakes, and she painstakingly put them back together and painted them over twice. I almost felt it was my duty to hang onto that statue, but I also liked it. I also kept a couple of Japanese dolls from her

I just have to believe that if your

international doll collection because

relationship with a loved one who

those were my favorites to look at

passed on was good, they wouldn't

while growing up.

want you to feel over-taxed with their stuff. They would want you to sell it

I have gone to several homes as a

for what it is worth or just get rid of

Feng Shui consultant and seen how

it in any way that suits you. If your

a client struggled to deal with all

relationship with a loved one who

their parent's furniture and felt guilty

passed on was bad, hanging onto

about letting any of it go. Sometimes

their stuff out of some twisted guilt

siblings will share in the burden of

or loyalty makes no sense.

dispersing unwanted inherited items, and sometimes the opposite problem

So, what to do with an entire

occurs when family members fight

household? I first called an estate

over who gets what.

sales planner to look over everything.

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She was more embarrassed than

In any case, I knew that setting up

I to inform me that my mother's

a series of Garage Sales would be

household furnishings were very

very time-consuming, given that her

ordinary and not expensive enough

home was 30 miles away f rom me.

to sell as an "Estate Sale." I didn't

It made more sense to let someone

get a second opinion in my desire to

else handle the situation than to try

get the house emptied as soon as

to sell things individually and haggle

possible. I have since passed through

with buyers. The estate sales planner

a couple of Estate Sales and know

who rejected the opportunity to

that you don't have to represent a

make the sale had a whole following

multi-million-dollar property to call

of people who would go to whatever

it an Estate Sale. In fact, in some

estate sale she was involved with.

instances, an "estate sale" just implies that an entire household is for sale,

These were hard-core antique dealers

and it is not an ordinary "garage" sale.

and high-end shoppers for who she

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had a certain standard to maintain.

donated and hauled off, and then the

But she told me about a company

number of months where the house

that would take everything out of

would be not yet ready to rent out.

the house in one day and pay me

Delayed income f rom turning it into

$1,500.00. They did that, not even

a rental property motivated me to

leaving a single paperclip in the place.

empty the house immediately.

There might have been about

I had f riends come over to pick

$50,000 worth of items in the house

through everything first. One pal

in replacement value. But in terms

took the microwave and treadmill.

of "garage" sale prices, we were

Another f riend who knits took the

looking at just a tiny fraction of that

mountain of yarn. Her housekeeper

potential return. I had to factor in my

wanted the master bedroom set.

time in having several sales of my

I kept all of my mother's jewelry,

own, arranging to have some things

of course.

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But I didn't have any qualms about

When someone has difficulty

selling everything else. It was not

organizing their possessions, taking

a difficult decision for me to make

on an inheritance can put that

since I had my own house fully

person over the edge. And there is

furnished. And I knew my mother

no shortage of people who could

would not have wanted me to spend

use these donated or sold items for

money on storage or wring my hands

a bargain. One client of mine moved

about what to keep. In the afterlife,

back into his mother's house to help

none of that matters. The house itself

her when she was terminally ill, and

was the biggest gift which I was truly

eight years later, her master bedroom

grateful for.

was still preserved as it was while he OM TIMES | November 2023

continued to sleep in a childhood

genuinely love and can make room

bedroom. Eight years later, it took a

for, you might give them away or

contractor friend and me to convince

sell them as expediently as possible.

him that it was time to remodel the

Either option will make you happier

house, take over the master bedroom,

than turning your home into a

and get rid of all the extra stuff he did

warehouse of things that could make

not need or really want.

you sad to look at or stifle the flow of energy in your space. Nothing

My summary on this topic is that

is disrespectful about letting go of

unless you have inherited some

things you don't want or need, even if

very valuable items or things you

you inherited them.

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Metaphysics

Numerology and Childhood Trauma

N

By Humanity Healing

umerology can unravel the

Childhood is a time in a person's life

challenges of childhood

that generates memories that will

trauma and teaches how

shape our personality for the rest

to transform them into

of our lives. When we experience trauma in the early years of life,

potential. Learn how below.

it becomes an open wound, a weak NUMEROLOGY AND TRAUMA -

point, an uncomfortable reminder

TRANSFORMING PROBLEMS

that can afflict us throughout our

INTO CHALLENGES

lives. This point that leaves us so OM TIMES | November 2023

THE CHALLENGE NUMBER To understand which childhood traumas accompany you, you need to know what your Challenge Number is. You can find out by creating a numerological chart with a professional or calculating it at home.

It's not a difficult calculation; you must pay close attention.

CHILDHOOD TRAUMA LINKED TO NUMEROLOGY Those with the challenge positions marked in house number 1 of the numerological chart may have experienced childhood trauma due to an overly protective or repressive vulnerable can become the source of our strength. Numerology can identify the wounds we carry in our lives, and knowing what they are can be liberating and the catalyst for bringing significant change to our present. Discover all the symbolism in numerology regarding life's traumas and challenges, seek to understand it, and direct your thoughts and

father or guardian. This authority figure (usually male) may have caused a wound in your identity that, in adulthood, is expressed as insecurity, fear of taking risks, making wrong decisions, or being different.

This trauma makes it difficult to be independent, autonomous, and willing to take on and maintain your personal projects. Detaching yourself

actions towards healing this wound.

from this authority/dependency from

Numbers are the highest degree of

to overcome. It's not an easy process;

knowledge. It is knowledge itself.

– Plato

your childhood is a great challenge you need to find a balance to not act arrogantly, impulsively, passively,

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and complacently. You need to

• You may have been overly attached

find equilibrium. You need to learn

to this female figure, and/or she

to rely solely on yourself, dare to

may have overprotected you.

dare, and be who you are without needing approval or permission from

• She may have neglected you, and

that authority figure. Engaging in

your childhood may have been

challenging projects where you can

marked by emotional distance from

innovate and lead is an excellent start.

this woman.

If you have a challenging position

As a result, your way of dealing with

in house number 2, you probably

emotions and expressing feelings

experienced situations of love and

may have been affected. Showing

hate with your mother or another

love or affection towards any woman

female authority figure during

can become uncomfortable, always

childhood and adolescence. There

recalling past experiences with

are two unique possibilities:

heightened sensitivity. Those who

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go through this type of childhood

If the challenge position is in

trauma tend to close themselves off

house number 3 in numerology,

and "shield" their emotions to have

it likely means that you felt inferior

greater control over their feelings

to a sibling, cousin, or playmate

and themselves to avoid emotional

during your childhood. People

suffering again. You need to reach

used to compare the two of you,

emotional maturity and learn to

or you would compare (or both),

express your feelings towards females

and you were usually considered

without barriers, dealing with them

inferior: less clever, less beautiful,

more naturally, without fear in your

less intelligent, less sociable,

subconscious. The more you can

etc. As a result of this feeling of

show affection, understanding, love,

inferiority, you may have developed

and diplomacy in your relationships

difficulty expressing yourself

with women, the faster you will feel

and socializing in adulthood. The

healed f rom this trauma of your

impulse to demonstrate how you

childhood.

think and your creativity may have OM TIMES | November 2023

been impaired, and these activities

and communicative. Practice this,

become uncomfortable.

and you will free yourself f rom this trauma.

To overcome this challenge, you need to regain your self-esteem and

If the challenge position is in house

self-confidence. Anything involving

number 4 of numerology, it can have

art, pleasure, and fun comes with a

two important meanings:

tremendous fear of being criticized or unnoticed due to the trauma

• You had a childhood and/or

of comparison and childhood

adolescence marked by many

inferiority. You must overcome

responsibilities and strict discipline.

this discomfort, focus on yourself, and enjoy expressing yourself.

• You had an excessively protective

Reclaim your essence, realize that

upbringing, where your parents (or

you have value, your ideas can be

guardians) did everything to make

interesting, and you can be creative

you feel secure.

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Regardless of the situation, both

planned routine with no room for

descriptions generate similar

mistakes and unexpected events

consequences: you grow up

and total chaos of disorganization

concerned about health, cleanliness,

and lack of self-care. There is no

and organization. When you have

middle ground; either the person is

many obligations in childhood

very attached to correct schedules

and start working early, or on the

or completely negligent. Either the

contrary, have no obligations and

house is spotless or a complete

receive everything handed to you,

mess. Either they eat healthily with

both (surprisingly) create a similar

restrictions or are completely careless

wound or trauma.

about their diet.

Those who experienced these

Do you identify with any of these

facilitations or difficulties in

situations? Healing this trauma

childhood and adolescence oscillate

means finding balance, a harmonized

in adulthood between a meticulously

measure between work and rest,

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responsibility and leisure, obligations,

Your childhood was excessively

and the pleasures of life.

marked by a repetitive routine, where your parents feared losing

If you have the challenge position

security and limiting you greatly.

located in house number 5 of numerology, it means your childhood

This wound is healed when people

was marked by one of the following

avoid fanaticism and disbelief and

two situations:

steer clear of extremes regarding these issues. It is recommended

You had a childhood marked by

that individuals develop faith

sudden or constant changes, such as

(not necessarily linked to religion)

moving to different cities due to your

and strive to become experts in

parents' work, which brings a series

what they enjoy investigating

of consequences such as the need to

and learning. It is essential for

readjust, loss of friendships, etc.

individuals not to close themselves

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off from the world because of this

The child experienced authority

trauma but rather learn to share

abuse by the parents or guardians,

their knowledge and intuition and

with one parent displaying

their deep insights into life and other

tyrannical or violent behavior. At the

specific topics.

same time, the other had a more submissive and gentle approach to

If the challenge position is in house

raising the children.

number 8 of numerology, it can signify that:

When one of these situations occurs, the child grows up with

The child experienced a significant

trauma regarding dealing with

change in the family's financial and

money or material possessions and

material life due to bankruptcy or job

struggles with practical matters

loss of the parents, grandparents, or

involving finances. This individual

guardians.

feels uncomfortable asserting OM TIMES | November 2023

their power, feels insecure, and has

of dreams. Valuing stability and

difficulty standing out or taking on

credibility, enjoying a true sense of

a leadership role, as it all reminds

prosperity without burden or guilt.

them of past fears. There is a lovehate relationship with success,

If the challenge position is in house

a significant duality concerning

number 9 of numerology, then most

wealth versus poverty, and a deep

likely, your childhood was marked

discomfort regarding figures of

by some form of renunciation. For

authority and influence in their lives

example:

(such as their boss, for example).

Living with grandparents and being To free oneself from this trauma, it is

unable to engage in many childhood

necessary to make peace with money

mischiefs to avoid inconveniencing

and finances, to know how to manage

them.

ambition and the desire for power, and to express one's charisma. Energy

Having parents who sacrificed a lot

must be directed towards personal

for you and didn't have enough time

achievements and the realization

to spend with you at home.

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One of the parents has to give up

on leadership roles due to years of

their individuality to care for you or

humility resulting from renunciation

a sick relative (or something similar).

or refuse to help others out of fear of "going down with them."

Your childhood was marked by some form of renunciation, where someone

You can heal this inner trauma

desired to do something but couldn't

by getting to know yourself and

because it was truly necessary,

consciously developing your maturity.

resulting in suppressed desires for

You can embrace your humanitarian

the family's sake. This atmosphere

and educational potential by helping

of self-denial and renunciation

and inspiring others, being a great

created a trauma within you. It can

friend to everyone, and opening

lead to consequences of excessive

yourself up to accept, with pleasure,

selflessness or extreme individualism

the well-deserved compliments of

in adulthood.

others. You will also take pleasure in recognizing and praising the progress

These are extreme outcomes: the

of others around you, which will heal

adult may feel discomfort in taking

your trauma.

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We grow as individuals as we face challenges and overcome life’s obstacles. This section is dedicated to helping you chart your course

Personal Growth & Development

Egolessness: Unconscious Consciousness?

by Peter Messerschmidt

THE SELF-DEVELOPMENT FIELD

of their personal journeys towards

IS A FASCINATING PLACE AND

enlightenment, self-realization, or

ONE FILLED WITH INTRIGUING

whatever else it is they seek, which

INDIVIDUALS.

brings us to this thing called ‘ego.’

A

s lifetime students of the

UNCONSCIOUSNESS

human condition, we

CONSCIOUSNESS AND EGO

have always been rather intrigued by the highly

The Ego is perhaps the single most

diverse paths people take in pursuit

over-analyzed, over-discussed, and

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over-used concept in the so-called

the Ego has become this ‘universal

New Age and Consciousness business.

bad guy’ commonly blamed for all

Look around, and you’ll see and hear

manner of unconscious and self-

phrases like “transcend the ego” and

involved behavior without a second

“kill the ego” plastered all over the

thought. Or, for that matter, without

place. If someone does something

the speaker knowing what the Ego

others don’t like, at least one or two

actually is and does.

people in the crowd will pipe up and claim, “Oh, well, they are in their ego.”

The thing about Ego is that it is no

This is typically delivered with all

more good or bad than money. Let’s

the wisdom and clarity of someone

examine that analogy for a moment.

saying, “You should go see a doctor!”

Self-professed spiritual and high-

after you’ve sneezed twice.

vibration people spend a lot of time discussing how money is “the

That’s all fine and dandy, but there is

root of all evil.” Many try to cleanse

a bit of a problem here. Namely, we

themselves of material things, but

seem to have reached a place where

what is money?

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Money is just a convenient common

to survive absent their interaction

base for facilitating exchange.

with a world that uses money. It’s

Money actually makes it easy for

what people do with money that can

us to exchange things by offering

become a problem.

us a temporary store of value that enables exchange and trade. Money

HOW DOES THAT RELATE

allows us to not be concerned with

TO THE EGO?

whether the person we want to trade for a bag of potatoes needs their

In a similar fashion, Ego is neither

house painted that week. Living

good nor bad. It is merely a

without money tends to make life

messenger that alerts us to ideas

super inconvenient. Even those few

and events that perhaps warrant

who claim to live money-less lives

our attention (or perhaps not) and

are engaged in subtle self-deception

typically serves as an exchange

since 99% of them would be unable

agent between the instinctual

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drives of the id and the world

UNCONSCIOUS CONSCIOUSNESS

around us. The Ego is responsible for

AND SELF

our ability to parse such concepts as “choices have consequences.”

While sharing ideas this morning

Hence, we can grasp that it’s

over coffee, my wife remarked that

probably not okay for us to whack

someone posted the stereotypical

our neighbor in the head with a

“Oh, it sounds like you’re in your

shovel when their dog poops on

ego” comment on a blog post she

our newly-mowed lawn. Truth be

had written.

known, we would probably not even be able to survive without Ego.

As we discussed the deeper meaning and underlying intent

It’s what people do in service of the

behind comments like that and

Ego that can become a problem. So,

the ways they sometimes feel

what’s the point here?

more aggressive than enlightened, OM TIMES | November 2023

it seemed increasingly ironic that

something like “Selfless Peace

self-LESSness can often feel like just

Blossom” or “Rainbow Sparkle

as much of an issue as selfishness.

Bubble” and then proceed to gallivant through life, throwing

Think about the times you have seen

aggressive barbs of moral and

someone completely eschew all

spiritual superiority at all those

things material and all things egoic,

whom they perceive as less

purportedly in service of pursuing

evolved than themselves? Forgive

higher ideals and more spiritual

the impertinence, but how do you

life, yet go on virtual crusades to

reconcile ranking people as inferior

brandish their minimalistic lifestyles

with your claim to be without Ego?

and egolessness as badges of We then considered how

‘spiritual superiority.’

interesting it is that Ego is often And how ironic is it that someone

used as this strange self-regulating

might decide to call themselves

get-out-of-jail-f ree card, allowing

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those of dubious personal awareness

obviously in your ego!” and then

to get themselves off the hook

metaphorically leave the building

of unconscious behavior without

without even a shred of personal

taking a deeper look at their own

accountability or conscious self-

issues. In a sad and twisted way,

awareness. Furthermore, suppose

it feels like a form of ‘unconscious

anyone dares to question their

consciousness.’

perception. In that case, they merely point back to the speaker’s

TRANSFORMING FROM

Ego as the problem and thereby

CHALLENGED TO FULLY ENABLED

abdicate all responsibility for even the possibility that their

UNCONSCIOUSNESS

own perceptions might warrant

CONSCIOUSNESS AND BALANCE

a review. This unconscious consciousness would be a bit like

How so? It allows someone to enter

Einstein declaring sixth graders to

a discussion, simply say, “Oh, you’re

be stupid for not understanding

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quantum mechanics and then

examining the root essence of their

storming out of the room in a self-

current reality, here and now.

righteous huff.

“Living without Ego” or “Living Balance matters. So often, the

Without Money” are not the kinds

complete absence of the ostensible

of answers the world needs. They

evils we rail against, be it in the

mean nothing unless we are willing

pursuit of consciousness or life

to take the time to truly understand

itself, offers little improvement

the deeper underlying motivations

over the presence of said evils.

for each choice we make… this yet

On deeper examination, those

another clue to our unconscious

who run towards and even

consciousness?

embrace extremes often run from something and live in fear, typically

It’s a bit like guns. We might be able

the fear of sitting truly still and

to create a fantasy world in which

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all firearms on the planet magically

About the Author

vanish, and you could definitely argue

Peter Messerschmidt

that people were no longer dying

is a writer, artist,

from gunshot wounds, but removing

beachcomber, rare stamp

the guns would not eliminate

dealer, and eternal seeker.

people’s underlying tendencies to

When he’s not wandering

want to hurt each other. Violence

the beach or the Internet, he

would simply take a new form.

facilitates groups & retreats

Similarly, eschewing money will not

for HSPs, and shares his

eliminate greed resulting from the

musings at “HSP Notes,” the

underlying fear of being without.

web’s oldest HSP-specific

Killing the Ego will not eliminate

blog, at hspnotes.com. He

people’s root fear of being hurt due to

lives in Port Townsend, WA,

feeling ‘less than’ and facing rejection

with the great love of his life

by their tribe or peer group.

and several furry “kids.”

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The Perpetual Pursuit of Approval – The Constant Need to be Liked

By Royce Morales

H

ave you noticed that

about it for days, weeks, months,

sometimes you react

or even years.

like you’re back in high school when someone

doesn’t like you? Maybe you obsess

Or do you pretend to not care about their opinion?

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Perhaps you try to figure out logically

with heart emojis. You bend over

what they could possibly be thinking.

backward with fawning, dare

How could anyone not like me, you

I say groveling, simply because

recite to yourself. You rationalize

you can’t bear the notion that

they’re probably just jealous, insecure,

someone doesn’t like you.

and needing to feel in control.

Then there’s always the opposite You search for ways to rectify the

tactic — turn a cold shoulder.

situation, attempting to negotiate

Catching a glimpse of your

or reason them out of this odd

nemesis, you take another route,

misunderstanding of such a nice

duck your head, and pretend to

person that you are.

not see them. Indeed, you even ponder revenge, hoping to turn

You overcompensate with kindness,

the tables or at least even out

gifting sappy birthday texts flooded

the score.

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You campaign for agreement

swallow your hurt, disappointment,

from f riends about how wrong

and confusion.

that person’s negative opinion is, convincing them to join your

You accept that you are not liked

side. You gossip, posing countless

for reasons you may never know or

examples of how terrible they are,

understand.

with or without evidence.

But the how come never completely Even with your entire tribe’s support

disappears and can trigger future

and pity, the sting doesn’t quell. Part

relationships to anticipate the same

of you knows you can’t manipulate

result.

others’ opinions of you or peopleplease your way to acceptance.

The need to be liked or approved of

Reluctantly, you shrug your

is one of those primitive, fear-based,

shoulders, mumble whatever, and

factory-installed survival programs.

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Nothing is more threatening than

someone cares enough to save you,

not being accepted. This need

that can subconsciously keep you

makes you overly attuned to

stuck in victim mode. Your fear-based

what others think of you, causing

consciousness defines it as being loved.

you to take on inauthentic ways of behaving to make sure you

The problem is that whoever stepped

fit in. This core need is a huge

in and saved you becomes your fear-

stumbling block in the way of self-

connected ally. From then on, you

acceptance.

anticipate that they or someone

RESCUER SYNDROME

comparable will always save you. You go through life choosing those who offer similar rescuing or the potential of.

All of us have experienced being rescued or saved in big or small

This choice ends up in you handing

ways. When you perceive that

over a massive dose of your power.

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The rescuer/rescued dance may

one who appeared to want you the

sound positive, but since it’s based

most or had the purest motives in

on fear, it ends up compelling you to

wanting you.

continue the pattern, subconsciously setting up situations to make sure

This simplified scenario becomes your

you are rescued.

way of being in the world and why you so desperately need to be liked.

In most cases, ally relationships start with one or both parents since they

WHAT IS SAVING?

are responsible for giving you life and supporting your survival. Literally,

Remember that “saving” can

however, allying begins as early as

be dramatic or subtle, and can

conception when you join with the

take place physically, mentally,

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emotionally, or spiritually. Often, it can be as simple as being defended verbally or provided with sympathy.

Let’s take a deeper dive.

Subconsciously, you chose your rescuing scenario based on how you needed to be saved from yourself.

For example, If you believe you’ve done harmful things with money, you will choose a parent who will rescue you financially, appearing that they will prevent you from doing more harm.

To your survival-based consciousness, all of the above looks like love, making it difficult to see how disempowering these relationships are. It’s equally

and authenticity. The truth is, when

challenging to transform them into

others don’t like you, they’re exposing

supportive, real love since your fear-

that deeply hidden, undeserving

based consciousness craves approval

notion. That throws your fear-based

as its life force.

consciousness into hyperdrive to make sure you aren’t further busted.

THE NOT-YOUR-FIRSTRODEO CATCH 22’S

Then, off you go into ‘poor me,’ which triggers your allies to come

Due to the overflowing suitcases of

to rescue you.

subconscious guilt you’re carrying around from past lifetimes, part of you

The payoff? You don’t have to

believes you don’t deserve power, love,

address how dangerous you

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subconsciously believe you are and

growth, and dropping those masks

get to stay ‘safely’ a victim.

of inauthenticity.

Looking at the bigger picture,

Rather than focusing externally, do

all of the above shows accurate

some inner delving. Caring about

mirrors designed on a higher

others’ opinions, needing to be

consciousness level to wake you

liked or approved of, shows you

and get your power back.

something about yourself — hidden self-judgment — that you’re in

WHAT TO DO?

denial of being reflected.

Blaming others when your need

Do the following, step-by-step:

to be liked isn’t fulfilled is a waste of time and energy. Spending

1. Notice triggered reactions from

time discovering what’s being

perceiving that you are not liked,

reflected can create deep-level

determining the exact button

shifts. This key opens doors to

being pushed. Example: If the

profound inner awakening, self-

person not liking you is judging

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3. A powerful way to resolve the first layer of this pattern is to stop allowing yourself to be rescued. For example, if you notice that you keep running to your ally dad to help you out of frequent financial messes, try not doing that and see what happens. Committing to take your power back can manifest unexpected, often astonishing results.

The rest should be done with a skilled facilitator (I help with that). It includes doing core inner you as being selfish, see if there’s

work to resolve past suppressed

part of you that believes you are

incidents where you decided you

selfish in some way. It might be

needed to be saved or rescued

camouflaged with acting generous

because you caused pain or loss.

to cover up true selfish intentions.

Locating and releasing those

Tell the truth to yourself.

disempowering beliefs brings selfacceptance, letting go of needing

2. Observe your instant reactions about needing to be right,

to garner love and approval from external sources.

needing others to go into agreement with you, needing

Remember that those who choose

to be saved. It likely feels

to not like you for whatever reason

uncomfortable to not have that

are your best teachers. They are

going on. In the Real World or

exposing subconscious fears as

symbolically, do anything that

well as assisting in discovering your

feels like a statement of not

denied, suppressed guilt. Deserve

needing to be rescued or have

to genuinely like YOURSELF and

allies.

watch what unfolds magically!

OM TIMES | November 2023

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