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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade

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Conservatism, Reaction, and the Elder's Responsibility: A Message to My Age Grade Great Day, Fam. This one right here? It’s not for everyone. If you’re not at or approaching Eldership—defined in our tribe as about 55 years old and up—you might not feel all of this. But if you’re curious, or if you’re one of those younger souls already walking with wisdom, you’re welcome to keep reading. This message is for the Elders. For those of us who should know better. And yes—I’m including myself. Let’s Start With the Mirror I’ve got to confess something. I’ve been guilty. Guilty of being reactionary. Guilty of falling into the trap of conservatism. Guilty of romanticizing the past. Guilty of looking at our young people and calling them “soft”—as if we were born warriors, as if we didn’t have to become who we are through fire, failure, and guidance. Many of us Elders are stuck in a loop. We remember only the highlights of our youth—the toughest times we survived, the boldest moments ...

Fasting is Natural: You’re Already Doing It!

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Fasting is Natural: You’re Already Doing It! Many people think they can’t fast. They believe it’s an extreme discipline reserved for monks, spiritual seekers, or health fanatics. But the truth is, you already fast every single day without even realizing it. My goal is to show you how fasting is a natural part of your daily life and how you can extend it gradually to experience powerful health benefits. You’re Already Fasting Every Night Think about it—when you go to bed, you stop eating. From the time you close your eyes until you wake up, your body is in a fasting state. Then, in the morning, you have a break-fast (yes, you are literally breaking your fast ). But here’s the key—most people don’t think about their sleep as part of their fasting time. What if we did? What if we counted those hours and built on them? Let’s break it down. Building Your Fasting Practice Step by Step If you sleep 7 hours, that’s already 7 hours of fasting. What if, instead of eating immediately upon wakin...

The Path to Greatness: What Must the Warrior Do?

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 The Path to Greatness: What Must the Warrior Do? Yesterday, we explored an essential question: How does a warrior learn? Today, we take the next step— What must the warrior do to become great? This question holds weight, not just in words, but in action. It challenges us to examine the very nature of greatness and wisdom. What is Greatness? Recently, one of my elders transitioned to the ancestral realm. During his crossover ceremony, I had the honor of pouring libations and speaking on his legacy. I found myself saying, Elder Tony was a great man. But then I paused and corrected myself— Elder Tony was a wise man. There's a difference. A great person leaves behind holes in reality—gaps so deep that it may take generations to fill them. Their presence, their work, their impact shifts the world around them in such a way that when they are gone, the absence is felt profoundly. A wise person also leaves holes in reality. But they do something more. They prepare others to fill those...

Tribal Quote Revisited - Breaking Chains of Ignorance: The Power of Books in Cultivating Wisdom

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   Breaking Chains of Ignorance: The Power of Books in Cultivating Wisdom break chains In a world where knowledge is the cornerstone of progress and enlightenment, a profound Spanish proverb resonates deeply within our collective journey towards self-discovery and community upliftment: "Books are hindrances to persisting stupidity." This statement, potent in its simplicity, carries the weight of centuries of wisdom, urging us to reflect on the transformative power of reading. As we navigate the complexities of our identities and the challenges of a society that often seeks to marginalize our voices, embracing the sanctuary offered by books becomes a revolutionary act. Let us delve into the essence of this proverb, unraveling its layers to uncover how books serve as beacons of light, guiding us from the shadows of ignorance to the brilliance of informed empowerment. The Beacon of Knowledge: Books stand as the pillars of wisdom, challenging us to question, to learn, and to gro...

Reading "the Baron Son" again

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I figure I am at a repeat point in my life. I feel a desire to go back and read some old books, see old movies, and talk with people who have impacted my life. I was recently reminded about this book called "The Baron Son" I read it years ago, and like all good books I passed it on (those on the Journey always pass on knowledge). Today I decided to give it revisit, and share my comments with you of course through the blog, and radio show. I also will continue to discuss some of the new products and books I have been purchasing to help on my Journey. So continue to check me out. Peace Nuff said

Golden MC- Hip-Hop fable

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Any similarities to any real life situations is purely a coincidence. This tale is simply an adaption of "the goose who laid the golden eggs." Once upon a time when the Game was pure and the Love for the art and culture was still alive, there was an rapper who was called the "Golden MC", because all his ryhmes seemed to turn to gold. His fans flocked to stores to buy everything he put out, and his shows would always sell out. When he wrote a song it seemed to touch his listeners hearts, sparked their imaginations and excited thier passions. When he put out an album it seemed that he shaped reality. He developed a cult like following to the point that everything he touched and wore people seemed to flock to copy which meant that he not only sold records, but he was able to sell clothes, glasses, alcohol, and etc.. This golden MC belonged to a crew of friends that was led by a power hungry individual, and he wanted all the money he could get now. He didn'...

Tribal quote 2.0

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The worst form of inequality is to try to make unequal things equal. ~ Aristotle Brother Ha2tim SelfMasteryCoach Nation Builder HipHop Philosopha & Shaman

3 levels of learning

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Levels of learning/ There are three within our tribe/ Memory,mind,heart/ In the Gye-Nyame Tribe we focus on 3 levels of learning. The idea is that if we can explain the process of learning, at least the way we see it, this will make it easier for those involved to not only learn the information they need for our Tribe, but it will make life long learning a lot easier. These levels of learning were stumble upon by watching the growth of many organizations and individuals over 20 year period. The first level memorization is the building block for the next 2 levels. This is where we take in new information and become familiar enough with it to answer basic questions. The goal is to learn the information verbatim. We also use a scribing method to help with this part of the process. I have personally witness this simple method boost the confidence and information level of people in my Tribe, and in the many other organizations that proceeded it. After the information has been dig...

Tribal quote

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No snowflake ever falls in the wrong place. – "Zen Quotes" I personall do not believe in 'style'. Because of 'styles', people are separated. They are not united together because styles became law. Bruce Lee When the archer was born, he did not hold a bow. - Ashanti Brother Ha2tim SelfMasteryCoach Nation Builder HipHop Philosopha & Shaman

Haatim sent you this page: Osho meets China--The Old Man Who Lost His Horse

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being a lover of good tales thought I would share this with those on the Journey. Enjoy...   View Now > Osho meets China--The Old Man Who Lost His Horse livingworkshop.net/saiwengshim... StumbleUpon is a discovery engine that finds the best of the web, recommended just for you. Learn more If you do not wish to receive emails sent by StumbleUpon, please click here © StumbleUpon 2001 - 2011