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Fri, 27 Nov 2009 09:32:14 -0800

Please Pass the Yoga Mat (and Antacids): Holiday Survival Techniques
The holidays may not always bring out the best in us. Here's a mini-survival guide for traveling and dealing with your family...
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Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:48:47 -0800

Photo Essay: Ground Zero for 2012 in Copan, Honduras
According to Hollywood, the world is doomed for destruction in 2012. Not so, say the people living near the Mayan ruins in...
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Wed, 25 Nov 2009 09:11:13 -0800

The Importance of ‘Quiet Time’ During Travel
Experiencing the bustle of a new place is one of the biggest reasons we travel. But even within all that excitement, finding...
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Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:42:44 -0800

Pagan Traveler: The Mysterious Origins Of The Green Man
Marc Latham attempts to unravel the mythical history of "The Green Man," a figure that has persisted in cultures all over the...
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Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:01:49 -0800

Not Just Turkey Day: This Week’s Spiritual Celebrations Around the World
This week is not just about Americans giving thanks. All over the world, there are many faiths celebrating or commemorating...
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Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:28:58 -0800

A Life Well Lived: Developing a Personal Manifesto
Time to take a break from daily life and tend to your dreams.
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Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:40:37 -0800

The Big View: Thomas Knierim On Philosophy Worth Spreading
A traveler/philosopher shares his motivation for creating The Big View, a hub of classic philosophy and new ideas that may be...
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Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:04:05 -0800

The Freedom to Feel: Is Happiness Our Only Choice?
Most of us strive for happiness in our lives, as the opposite emotion makes us feel pain. Death certainly looms, but would life...
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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:38:22 -0800

Fragile Moment: Pakistan Before the Rise of the Taliban
Traversing the desolation of Pakistan was not a part of Greg Johnson's travel plans. Yet, here he is humbled by a small act of...
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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:18:34 -0800

The Surprising Wisdom Of Will Smith
A fan-compiled video shares the collected wisdom of Will Smith, revealing the secret to his remarkable success in...
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Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:59:59 -0800

On the Edge: Why Would a Man Take 40,000 Ecstasy Pills?
Doctors in London work on a case where a British man consumed tens of thousands of ecstasy pills over a nine-year period. Was...
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Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:36:57 -0800

BNT’s Best of the Week 11/13/09
Revenge of the Right Brain, where Americans die abroad, and what to do when you're half-enlightened. All part of the Best of...
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Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:53:25 -0800

‘Bodhisattva in Metro’ Shows Laughter is Contagious
Sometimes, all it takes to change the day is one person's laughter.
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Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:21:53 -0800

Interview: Peter Rodger On Provocative New Film ‘Oh My God’
Filmmaker travels around the world asking "What is God?" The answers are surprising and diverse, just like humanity.
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Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:32:46 -0800

It’s the End of the World as We Know it: 2012 Smugly Debunked
Critics are debunking myths about 2012 all over the media. But are they coming from the wrong direction?
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Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:51:33 -0800

Heroic Travel: The Mythic Art of Homecoming
In this final installment of a three-part essay, the Hero’s Journey concludes with Joseph Campbell’s insight on how to...
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Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:53:34 -0800

Project Explorer Asks: What Does it Mean to be a Global Citizen?
Here's your chance to make a video and let the world know what being a global citizen means to you.
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Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:46:55 -0800

The Secret To The Dalai Lama’s Popularity
With the goal of inner peace and the charm of a simple monk, what's behind the Dalai Lama's celebrity status?
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Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:36:34 -0800

Are Americans Afraid of Overseas Travel?
Overseas travel continues to decline for Americans, while travel to Mexico and Canada is up. Does this have to do with the...
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Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:56:54 -0800

Heroic Travel: Navigating the Mythic Journey
In part two of a three-part essay, Daniel Harbecke shows travelers how to find their way on the "Hero’s Journey" of Joseph...
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Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:10:58 -0800

Interview: Patrick Shen On The Power Of Death Anxiety
Filmmaker Patrick Shen shares his thoughts how the fear of death influences ourselves and society in very real ways.
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Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:46:47 -0800

Prostitution Rocks! SuperFreakonomics on the Oldest Profession in the World
Steven Levitt and Stephen Dubner's new book, Superfreakonomics, attempts to position prostitution in a whole new light. But do...
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Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:13:19 -0800

The Ultimate Guide To Vipassana Meditation
Want to try meditation but unsure where to start? This handy guide to Vipassana (insight) meditation will kickstart your...
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Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:55:08 -0800

Death Becomes Them: Who are the Highest Earning Saints?
Looks like Hollywood stars aren't the only ones to bring in the big bucks after their death. But when it comes to money and...
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Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:37:18 -0700

A Moment Of Reflection For Women The World Over
Christine Garvin takes a look at what it means to be a woman in the 21st century, where assault, rape, and slavery are all...
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