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The Divide May Not Be As Wide As We Think

Oct 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

On the day I learned that we would interview Indian spiritual master Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation, Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate Donald Trump.

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From Gurus to Holistic Health to Nondualism

Sep 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

It is with immense pleasure and satisfaction that we present our interview with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in this issue. Gurudev provided so much for us to share that we'll publish Part 2 in an upcoming issue!

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We Do Death Well

Aug 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

This month's lead article is about finding one’s tribe, which it describes as “those that resonate with our own core values, interests and lifestyle … The point is to surround ourselves with supportive individuals that uplift us and provide a sense of belonging.”

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Writers: Human and Otherwise

Jul 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

I’m particularly pleased with our two newest signees: actor, writer and producer Tara Ochs, who premiered last month, and someone she introduced us to, Tommy Housworth, who premiers this month.

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As of This Issue, We Begin Using AI

Jun 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

It was inevitable. It was only a matter of time. Of course, the argument can certainly be made that we’re well behind the curve. But—full disclosure—as of this issue, this magazine is publishing a few Atlanta Briefs that were edited by humans but were originally written by ChatGPT.

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Two Years On

May 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

Last week, I had a healing session and Mom appeared. She came to say, “It’s okay.” The “it” had to do with my belief that I could have been a better, more loving son.

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BFFs

Apr 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

Now, to me, a “best friend” is someone with whom you can share the ugliest aspects of yourself and the bad things you’ve done and not feel judged, but loved, despite it all. I was the fortunate recipient of such loving care last night—and more.

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When All is Said and Done

Mar 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

“When all is said and done,” of course, means “this is the most important thing,” but Ram Dass doesn’t say what “walking each other home” refers to. Still, it seems clear to me he’s talking about life.

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Letter from the Publisher: Romantic Relationships Aren’t About Unconditional Love

Feb 01, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

The first definition Merriam-Webster offers for “love” has three parts: a) “strong affection for another arising out of kinship or personal ties,” b) “attraction based on sexual desire,” and c) “affection based on admiration, benevolence or common interests.”

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Reflect, Renew, Resolve: It’s That Time of the Year

Jan 02, 2024 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

This year, it’s particularly packed. Whether you’re going to focus on manifesting your life goals or health goals or developing a more peaceful mind, we’ve got you covered.

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Love Thy Enemy

Dec 01, 2023 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

Without thinking, words I’ve never said before escaped my lips: “The most provocative thing I’ve ever heard is ‘Love thy enemy.’”

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The Power of Prayer

Nov 01, 2023 06:00AM ● By Paul Chen

The word “believe” is appropriate here since I haven’t seen enough evidence to move it from that column to the “know” column. However, something happened last week that is definitely nudging me towards “know.”

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