One  element, so crucial in human development and missing in modern day living, is the ability to listen and cognitively approach the thoughts of others as a learning tool. In our present world, built on branding, spin and sound bites, we have lost touch with thoughtful analysis and broad mental curiosity. Of course there are exceptions, such as field researchers and scientists, including mathematicians, but for the rest of us we seem to have evolved into close minded, gut reactionaries. From the lofty halls of Government to the kitchens of middle America, we have entered into a state of brain fog and have lost that acuity of mind so pertinent in problem solving and life advancement.

I would like to turn you on to the most recent Bill Moyers program and his interview with John Sexton, president of New York University. In this interview we find a moment of brilliance as Mr. Sexton tries to make us think outside the box.

So, if you have the time, click here to view the interview: Bill Moyers Journal and John Sexton It will give you something to think about.

It is always wonderful to find people who are resonating in the same information pool, especially when the topic is so new. This was the case yesterday when we attended a full day seminar and retreat with Barbara Marx Hubbard and Alice MacDonald at the La Casa de Maria, in Montecito, CA, nestled just below Santa Barbara. The seminar was called “The Sacred Story of Creation” and the information embedded in this topic was the journey of Conscious Evolution and it’s impact on our conscious awareness of being and our striving toward oneness through unconditional love. It would be too lengthy to describe the day’s events so I am giving you a link to Barbara’s websites so you can do your own investigation into this wonderful process. Foundation for Conscious Evolution and Evolve

With so many *’pioneering’ souls inhabiting the globe at this time, there is a new paradigm waiting to be discovered. It is not so much a conscious thing in our minds yet, but it resides quietly inside our human essence and manifests the possibilities through our genetic makeup. We are on the verge of the greatest transmutation ever to take place on this world. Something so transcendent that we cannot imagine the impact it will have on future society. But imagine we must because it is through our imaginings that this emanation from Source, this Conscious Evolution is taking place.

The most remarkable thing I came away with is the process of entering into each other from the highest and the deepest realms of consciousness. Although we were all strangers at our arrival, by the end of the day we had entered into a quiet oneness that needed no affirmation. In this beautiful state of Knowing we became a new creative field of the Source’s manifestation here on earth.

Thank you Barbara Marx Hubbard and Alice MacDonald for your dedication to this new science revealing itself in leaps and bounds.

*Pioneering Souls – a term used to describe those already in tune with our future selves.

Do you ever think about  how brainwashed we are with the constant din of bad news regurgitating out of media broadcasts and print. We seem so fascinated by it that when a good news story comes along we just seem to become disinterested. Well, I thought I would change that pattern a bit and offer some uplifting stories  from time to time, that generate a sense of well being and show the power of the human spirit. Thankfully we have public radio that is dedicated to answering the voice of the people and raising our consciousness level with stories of music and art and love and life.

So to start with, here is a story from NPR, aired yesterday on “Morning Edition.” It is about folk artist Patty Larkin. It just might make your day a little bit better.

Patty Larkin has been called a “contemplative songwriter” and a “whoop-ass guitarist.” She also has a reputation for being “a musician’s musician.” Her new CD is titled 25, a reference to the number of fellow singer-songwriters who appear on it, as well as the number of years since her very first recording.

For these duets, Larkin and her guests collaborated a little differently. Instead of working together in a studio, Larkin recorded her voice and guitar tracks for each song on her own and then sent them to the different musicians. Then she told them that “they could do whatever they wanted.”

To hear the full broadcast and some great music Click Here.

Well the Conscious Life Expo has come to a close and we spent Friday and Saturday enjoying the sites. There were 3 notable experiences at the event. The first was our visit to the Hispanic section of the fair. This  section was dedicated solely to the Hispanic community. It was down and around a long hallway, totally separate from the main area. As soon as we entered the space we noticed an overwhelming calm and love abounding. There was a feeling of heart consciousness here that was sorely lacking in the main exhibit area. The Hispanic shamans and healers enter deep into the consciousness of true bhakti, love and devotion to the one source.

That evening we had tickets for Ram Dass‘ talk, televised live from his home on Maui. Before the talk we were treated to an hour of Kirtan performed by Govindas and Radha.  Talk about getting blissed  out. Wow! By the time Ram Dass came on we were playing among the gods.

Listening to Ram Dass sets you straight. He suffered from a stroke about 4 years ago and is just now regaining power back to his body and mind. “Fierce Grace,” the movie, made after his stroke, is one of the most compelling  stories about coming to terms with ego.

On Saturday we attended a talk with Don Miguel Ruiz, the Nagual Shaman who wrote “The Four Agreements.” Along with his sons Don Jose and Don Miguel Jr. they brought a powerful gift to the audience. A gift of knowing and understanding, a gift of peace and tranquility and a gift of love and oneness. These three men show the love consciousness we all strive to achieve. Bless their teachings and their souls quest. At the end of the event I was treated to a loving embrace by Don Jose.

With the change to 2010 we will be changing our appearance. New creations stir the soul and enliven the heart. We are constantly shedding our old ways and boldly exploring new frontiers. Let’s see what we can find.

We are pleased to announce that Letters from 500 has a new home. A home of it’s own so to speak. With it’s new web address and a brand new look, we are excited about the future now. In the coming days and months we will be adding new entries from the book, additional information sent from O and video interviews on how this all came about and where it’s going from here.

Remember, everything is happening right now, in the moment – the past, present and the future.

It’s just a matter of time!