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A Tribute to Positive Thought Leadership

3/4/2025

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Posted by Lorraine Alexander
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A tribute to positive thought leaders...they inspire the world.

The Legacy of Positive Thought and Universal Truths

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This month at DASA Meditation™ we honor the inspiring minds that bravely tapped into the concepts of universal energy, positive thought, and interconnection. They each contributed to the collective awareness in their own distinctive way. 

In time, these noteworthy contributions became a movement. 
We've included seven thought leaders that produced mind-opening concepts, shining a light on challenging topics like the power of positive thought, energy, frequency, vibration, and the most profound equation of all time, E=mc².

These historic figures opened our hearts to poetry, compassion, kindness, equality, and even to world peace. Their words continue to lead us and inspire us. You may even see a common thread woven between their words.


The 7 following names are listed in order of timeline by birth:

1) Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)
A transcendentalist philosopher, Emerson believed deeply in the power of the individual mind. He expressed that the universe reflects our inner thoughts and emotions, stating, "What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." Emerson promoted self-reliance and the idea that thought shapes reality.

2) Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) 
Tesla's famous words capture his work, "If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration." Tesla believed in the power of the mind and energy fields to influence the physical world, and some interpret his work as aligning with ideas of manifesting and the interconnectedness of the universe.

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Living With Intention: Thoughts, Words, and Actions in Harmony

1/4/2025

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​Imagine the positive power of aligning awareness
with what we think, say, and do.

January 2025
​By Lorraine Alexander

In the whirlwind of the first chapter of the new year, we can easily feel fragmented—our thoughts can scatter, our plans don't seem to land as intended, and our actions seem disconnected from our true desires. But what if there was an easy way to bring thoughts, words, and actions back to harmony? 
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In essence—when our inner and outer worlds 'sync-up' with our authentic desires, we experience a state of coherence. This state fosters clarity, inner peace, authenticity, and awareness, enriching every aspect of life. 

Be authentic
People are drawn to individuals that exhibit balance in thoughts, words, and actions. They have achieved balance in their internal landscape, along with their external expression that is seen in the world. In other words, they are authentic. True to their personality, values, and spirit, regardless of pressures to act otherwise. They are consistent in thoughts, words, and actions, and assume responsibility for their mistakes. 

Authenticity is a hallmark of personal growth and maturity, indicating that we are living with intention by honoring our core principles. Being authentic sets a positive example, and inspires others to pursue greater self-awareness and authenticity in their own lives. In this state of alignment, we can navigate obstacles with greater ease. And as our inner harmony expands, we experience deep and enriching relationships and interactions

Live in a state of flow
When our thoughts, words, and actions are aligned, we experience an undeniable ease and flow. Life becomes fulfilling and meaningful.  As we honor our core values, we live life with intention, our actions become purposeful, and life flows with greater ease.

As awareness deepens, our thoughts, words and actions become more intentional, and powerfully aligned with purpose. Then, we become the best versions of our authentic selves.


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The Healing Power of Harmony

11/20/2024

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"Look into nature, and then you will understand everything better." —Albert Einstein

November 2024
By Lorraine Alexander
As the seasons turn, we are humbly reminded of the harmony and healing power of nature's energy.  

The Ancient Native American culture strongly believed that all things in nature embody the vital energy known as life force. Each tribe used a distinctive name to describe this magical, invisible force. In the Iroquois Nation tradition, it is known as "Orenda." This captures the spiritual, physical, and mental energy, inherent to the Iroquois people and their natural environment. 


Healing begins when our internal landscape aligns with the vibration and harmony of nature.

The philosophy of nature's energy traces back to Ancient Greece and the days of Aristotle in the 4th century BC. This philosophy has expanded to be widely accepted in countries around the globe.
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In India, the word for life force is "prana." In China, "chi." Germany uses "lebenskraft," and Italy names it "energia vitale." Spain calls it "fuerza de vida," and in Japan, "ki." Last but not least the Greek translation is "pneuma," also expressed as "the breath of life."

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A Winning Combination: Earthing, Nondirective Meditation, Forest Bathing, and Rejuvenating Sleep

7/6/2024

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July 2024
​By Lorraine Alexander

As life rapidly changes around us, have you ever wondered how WiFi affects our health? As we adapt, we can take steps to preserve our health and vitality. Summer is an ideal opportunity to rebalance with self-care and time in nature.

Boost your health with four simple practices.

1) Earthing 

Back in 1998, Clint Ober found success when he developed effective grounding systems for the cable television industry. He soon pioneered the Earthing movement, after learning the potential of grounding to improve human health. Learn more about Clint Ober at https://www.earthing.com/.

"Earthing (also known as grounding) refers to the discovery that bodily contact with the Earth's natural electric charge stabilizes the physiology at the deepest levels, reduces inflammation, pain, and stress, improves blood flow, energy, and sleep, and generates greater well-being." ScienceDirect.com

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The Healing Power of Nature and Meditation

4/9/2024

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​“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.”
​~Albert Einstein

April 2024
​By Lorraine Alexander
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If asked, "Are you taking care of your health?" You may pause to think for a minute. Most people associate exercise, a balanced diet, hydration, and mental health with overall general health. And they would be correct in the most general sense. However, a component of human health must be considered—our exposure to technology.

In 1984 the term technostress was introduced.
Four decades later, many of us can relate to both the positive and negative influence of technology, including wifi, computers, cell phones, and social media. These technological advances add efficiency and convenience to life. Yet, at the same time, they also add stress. Everyone who sends a message expects a response. We feel the need to keep a presence online and in social circles. And in the workplace, our reputation depends on a speedy, accurate, and thoughtful response. 

With constant wifi connectivity, technostress threatens our health and lifestyle with complexity and information overload. There is a sub-current of uncertainty and angst as we face our ever-changing world of technology. In many ways, through the use of technology, we have become less connected to friends and business associates. 

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Heart Health Awareness

2/12/2024

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February 2024
​By Lorraine Alexander

NONDIRECTIVE MEDITATION IMPROVES HEART HEALTH ❤️


​Here's a great point of interest for this month's topic. Did you know that nondirective meditation benefits heart health in multiple ways?  We share five fascinating medical studies that you won't want to miss!

Improve heart rate variability (HRV).  Medical studies show nondirective meditation improves vagal nerve activity with increased Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Good HRV means a longer span between steady heartbeats and recovery with greater ease. 

Improve vagal tone.  The vagus nerve is the 10th cranial nerve, the longest nerve of the human body. It is responsible for our heart, lungs, and digestion. This system has two branches: the sympathetic response responsible for "fight or flight," and the parasympathetic response responsible for "rest and digestion." Nondirective meditation engages the vagus nerve and the parasympathetic relaxation response, at the same time, the sympathetic stress response lessens. 

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Recalibrate Your Stress Response: Bounce Back with Ease

1/9/2024

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January 2024
By Lorraine Alexander

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A few months ago, I happened on the book The Stress Prescription by Elissa Epel, PhD, the co-author of The Telomere Effect, a New York Times best-seller that discovers how stress influences our clock-on-aging. With a generous 4.7 Amazon review, I found The Stress Prescription to be a worthwhile read. 

Here's a brief overview:
The Stress Prescription: Seven Days to More Joy and Ease, by Elissa Epel, PhD
Professor, Psychiatry, UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences, School of Medicine
Reading this book, I found it remarkably user-friendly, and learned new insights on stress. Open the book to almost any page and indulge in bits of wisdom. The point made most helpful, was learning that traumatic life experiences create a new stress threshold or baseline; this threshold dictates how well or how poorly we cope with stress. ​
Epel explains thoroughly how stress uniquely affects each of us. The goal is to work toward lowering our baseline to a healthy standard of relaxation. We facilitate this process through daily self-care and mind-body wellness. 

Additionally, she suggests that we retrain our brains to think differently about potentially stressful situations and outcomes by using acceptance and mindful techniques. Otherwise, our thoughts can turn to negative rumination. 
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Evolve Into Vibrance

12/15/2023

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By Lorraine Alexander
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With a new year just around the corner, it's the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. There are many beneficial practices that can be incorporated into your routine, to improve your overall health and wellness. We've included a wish list of suggested practices to begin your journey for optimal health, higher awareness, and a more joy-filled life.

Evaluate, Rethink, Evolve in 2024
Shift your focus away from the holiday 'busyness' toward simplicity, peace, awareness, and wellness. The magic of the new year is about to begin, and this is the opportune time to plan a monumental shift in your health and well-being. ​

Do you feel in sync with the perfect life path or journey? If the answer is yes, you will feel it at your core. And if you are unsure, take steps to bring stillness and balance back into your life. It will offer clarity and direction.

Sometimes we need to stop thinking about what we want—to find exactly what we need. 


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Boost Your Vibe with Healing Sleep

11/6/2023

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By Lorraine Alexander
If you easily fall asleep without effort, your sleep is deep, and you wake up feeling rested and ready to embrace your day, consider yourself lucky.
"About 50 to 70 million Americans have sleep disorders, 1 in 3 adults (about 84 million people) do not regularly get the recommended amount of uninterrupted sleep they need to protect their health." --SleepHealth.org ​
The quality of our sleep is a direct reflection of our health and wellness.
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When life gets complex, we tend to ignore self-care, and our sleep quality suffers. Stress causes inflammation, body aches, and physical or emotional pain. Other top stressors include finances, work deadlines, and complicated relationships. Any one of these factors can diminish sleep quality.

The purpose of sleep is to soothe and rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. During sleep, both the brain and body eliminate toxins. Quality sleep offers energy for daily performance, and while it enhances our mindset, quality sleep can also elevate our mood. 

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From Flow to Fulfillment

9/8/2023

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"Life is like a mirror, it reflects back to the thinker what he thinks into it.” — Earnest Holmes"

In the past months, we've posted a progression of three related articles:
1) Be the Architect of Your Well-Being—the science behind the Law of Attraction. 
2) Raise Your Vibration: Embrace a New Paradigm—the importance of the Law of Vibration.
3) From Flow to Fulfillment—the difference between Awareness, Intuition, and Higher Knowing.

September 2023 
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​By Lorraine Alexander

Fall is a majestic season and a perfect time for self-reflection. Much like the trees that shed their autumn leaves, we can release the patterns that hold us back by embracing a fresh beginning. 

Recently, we covered the Law of Attraction, followed by the Law of Vibration. This month, we shine the spotlight on three deserving topics.


In our quest to understand ourselves and the world around us, we often come across the terms awareness, intuition, and higher knowing. While these concepts may seem similar, there are fundamental differences. Here's a brief comparison.

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