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by John Calabrese, Huntington, NY
You may already know that everyone and everything is connected in a vast matrix of energy. You might have even heard how quantum physics supports this fact. But, to know is one thing; to practice is quite another. This is where Wholarian Vision is indespensible. Mayer clearly shows the how and why of our connection, in a warm, creative and entertaining manner. Want to make your life easier? Ready to give up burdonsome anger, grudges, opinions, and judgments? Want to feel healthier, emotionally and physically? Read this book, because everything about it makes sense. It’s hard to dispute the value and need for more cooperation instead of competition in today’s world; by focusing on our shared similarities, this shift is more easily practiced. Just think of how much we could accomplish - and how much better we’d feel - if we all saw ourselves as interconnected instead of “independent.” Wholarian Vision emphasizes choice. We choose how we treat each other by the ways we’ve been conditioned to think about people. However, by carefully examining those ideas - especially when they get in the way of love, forgiveness, and cooperation - we develop the vastness of wholarian vision, and enjoy peace of mind as a result.
The best children’s books teach kids valuable lessons while serving as subtle-yet-powerful reminders for adults. They do so by distilling the most essential knowledge about life into less pages and clearer styles. I Am Everything and Everthing Is Me performs this service magnificently, especially in a world very much in need of far more unity. Here is an opportunity to remember and reinforce what you already know but may have forgotten to apply consistently, while also providing a better example for your kids - or, if you have none, for yourself. Settino cleverly shows, through a simple yet intriguiging format, how we are more connected to the natural world around us than we may realize, especially the animals we share the planet with. This is the kind of mindset that acknowledges rather than ignores, respects rather than mistreats, making this the kind of book that helps parents raise better children. Note: I Am Everything and Everthing Is Me was written as part of a Humane Education curriculum being brought to local yoga studios and area schools. All proceeds earned from the book and workshops benefit the non-profit organization, Karuna For Animals: Compassion In Action, Inc., at www.karunaforanimals.com.
WE ARE ONE
WE ARE LOVE Jennifer Black is a truly inspiring and gifted visionary, who, with her beautiful books, has created the new standard for children’s writing. What is perhaps most amazing, is that the talented Ms. Black not only wrote the poignant, melodious and poetic content, but that she also illustrated, with vibrant colors and visceral imagery, each of the hardcover books, and the set of exploration cards. With her intent to inspire children to see past our external distinctions, and instead embrace our oneness and unity, Jennifer Black has captured the essence of the Golden Rule. Her work is a luminous reminder that no matter how different we may appear, we are in reality essentially the same. Though intended for young children, Ms. Black has managed to produce three works of art that transcend age and time, reminding us all to treat all other beings, no matter our nationality, gender, species, shape, size or color, with love, compassion and respect. Ms. Black’s work should be available in schools and libraries everywhere, providing the foundation for which our teaching curriculums are built upon. Reviewed by Erica Settino
COMFORTABLY UNAWARE As the title of his book suggests, Dr. Oppenlander has produced an informative, concise and unapologetically honest account of the cost of our preferred unawareness; not only to the planet, but to our health and of course, the animals. Comfortably Unaware, is a book every vegan, animal advocate, eco-conscious, health conscious and globally aware person should read and carry in their arsenal against misinformation, deflection and the blissful ignorance that will surely lead to our demise. Offering what can only be summed up as irrefutable, wellresearched facts and figures, Dr. Oppenlander assists in broadening the reader’s understanding of global depletion and food responsibility, as well as the profound environmental effects our everyday choices have on the sustainability of our planet and the lives of all living beings. It is a must read for anyone willing to make the necessary personal and collective changes that are crucial to co-existence, and ultimately survival. Reviewed by Erica Settino
John Calabrese is the Editor-at-Large at Creations Magazine and has a private counseling practice in Huntington, NY. |
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