I have really enjoyed reading your message. I have read some of your books and I hope ode worldwide would take advantage of the knowledge.
Lilah
posted by Mastership on 7/20/2008 12:10 pm
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My vision (and hope) for education center on honoring the student as much as continually refreshing the desire for continued life long learning.
Emphasis would be on our growth as a human spiritual beings and our relationship to the universe.
Within that would be molded and shared the necessities for day to day living.
I believe it is essential to recognize all traditions and beliefs, and modeling respect and understanding for all.
To maintain purity in the learning environment.
There is a need to re-look at the intention for "education". As I see it the intent or basis for learning should be born of our inherent curiosity coupled with survival needs.
To make these changes would require the removal of ego, and the reinsertion of heart.
This is just a brief overview of some of my ideas for an upward growth for our children's learning.
Chris Scott
posted by mjaafri on 7/15/2008 10:57 am
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Who is an Intelligent Optimist?
The best answer to this question was found in the book, "HARMONICS OF EVOLUTION by Florence Huntley (Page 73) www.gsns.org. a direct quote.
She wrote,
" Natural Science declares, that an Intelligent Individual is the first object in nature, and has a life, a place, a purpose and destiny distinctly his own." Just think of it!
I would go a step further and say,
"an Intelligent Individual is more interested in solutions than problems. He is engaged in making a better world and his perspectives in life is always positive. He or she thinks only positing thoughts.
Now tell me this!
Isn't this what Ode community is all about?
Won't you agree that Ode magazine is trying to unite humanity through the internet and allowing increasing international connections to coordinate their efforts without forming a mass movement.
" I admire Ode's independence, its guts & its willingness to tackle important global issues that might otherwise be ignored." ...Myron Kendal, Founding Financial Editor, CNN.
View group: Why is our present educational system failing us? Give us your feedback. If you have any suggestions or comments, tips or resources then share with us.
Checkout Mushtaq and leave a message in my profile page. Or Email me directly: mushjaa@verizon.net
posted by mjaafri on 7/10/2008 7:47 pm
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NATURAL SCINCE PHILOSOPHY -- What is that?
Recently, I did a google search for "Natural Science."
It provided 7.5 million results. Wow!
Natyrally,I was surprised at the results to say the least.
But, at the same time I was perplexed at the fact that none of these results had anything whatsoever to do with the true meaning of "Natural Science" I was searching for. Let me explain!
According to The Great School of Natural Science , here is the true meaning of "Natural Science".
"...AS ALL LAWS OF NATURE ARE NATURAL LAWS, THE SCIENCE WHICH DEALS WITH THEM IS CALLED THE "NATURAL SCIENCE."
The key word here is the "Science" which deals with the LAWS OF NATURE. Just think of it!
Very simply stated, "Natural Science" is the SCIENCE of The Laws of Nature which control the origin, operation and destiny all living things.
Checkout www.gsnd.org for further explanation of the "Natural Science." I'm sure you'll be delighted as I am.
So, what's the point?
You may ask: My answer.
Our Creator has given us the power and the privilege of using the very same Laws of Nature that run and control this universe, to use them to fix our own destiny here on earth.
There are only seven laws of nature as far as we are concerned.
I have outlined The Seven Laws of Nature in my book. All Ode readers are more that welcome to get a free copy of this book. (postage requested to help pay for shippling). Are you interested?
Please understand that I did not invent this philosophy, but rather was summened to share it with other like-minded people. (I explain the whole incident in my book.
Supplies of books are limited. First come first serve basis so act NoW!
To reserve your free copy email: mushjaa@aol.com.Be sure to mention that you are an Ode reader. Tell a frien who may benefit.
One last this: Checkout the group: Why is our present educational system failing us? This issue deals with a new education initiative.
posted by Abida on 7/ 9/2008 9:56 pm
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Worldwide We
Author and entrepreneur Paul Hawkins estimates there are over one million -- may be as many as two million organizations around the globe engaged in making a better world.
Ode internet and increasing international connections allow Intelligent Optimists worldwide are invited to join the group: Ode Partner Wanted. We need your support in a new educational initiative.
Check out the group: Why our present educational system is failing us? Enter in the search box and hit go. View groups: AWAKEN PEOPLE SOCIETY and International Mind-Conditioning Society. How to deliberately monitor your thoughts? and Catching Yourself Thinking.
Get a free book, The Seven Laws of Nature. We feel the right kind of education should taught in all schools, colleges and universities in America and through the free world.
We feel that If The Seven Laws of Nature were taught in all schools, colleges or universities, it will cut the time spent to teach our children in less than half.
We believe that if humanity learned these seven laws of nature and then, LIVED BY THEM, IT WILL SURELY MAKE THIS A BETTER WORLD.
YOUR COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS ARE WELCOME.Email mushjaa@aol.com. Tell a friend who may benefit from joining the society
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 9/2008 6:47 pm
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Why the name "Ode"?
The word "Ode" means the same thing in many languages: Song of praise. Ode magazine is a song of praise to new ideas that can change the world.
"Ode magazine is a refreshing internal news magazine. It shows that problems can be solved." ...Rob Van Den Bergh, former CEO, VNU
"Ode is not just a magazine. Its a way of life." Benjamin Zander, Conductor, Boston Philharmonic Orchestra."
"Thank you, Ode, for impeccable reporting on important topics. You are helping to create the kind of world I want my grandchildern to live in." ...Albert Villoldo, Founder of the 4 Winds Society.
" Your task is to build a better world", said God, I answered, "How? This world is such a large vast place, and, Oh, so complicated now. And, I'm so small and useless. There is nothing I could do."
But, God sais, "You just build a better you." I said, How? The God reply by living the Nature's Laws to Successful living...Mushtaq, Founder of the International Mind-Conditioning Society.
....it seems as if Ode magazine is fulfilling a God's promise of a "new heavens and new earth." Its an idea whose time has come. And, noone can stop an idea whose time has come. AWAKEN PEOPLE SOCIETY.
Is there any wonder, why people all over the world are joining the group: Ode Partners Wanted: Email mushjaa@aol.com
posted by Abida on 7/ 7/2008 11:53 pm
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A Gift......
BY AN ENDLESS CHAIN OF GIFTS SHALL THE GREAT WORK EVER GROW.
THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION is a a gift to all who receive it. There are no dues, fees or charges of any kind whatsoever. Those who wish to become Students and set about the task od aiding Nature in its wonderful evolutionary purpose, will find all possible aid in the accomplishment of that aspiration.
The Great Schools of Natural Science offers its instruction as a gift to its accepted students. Email:admin@gsns.org (or visit www.gsns.org).
View groups: AWAKEN PEOPLE SOCIETY. Check out the free book offer. Leave a message in the profile page.
posted by Abida on 7/ 6/2008 2:21 pm
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YOUR IDEA. HER POTENTIAL. YOU GET THE PICTURE.
The Mind Trust [Education Entrepreneur Fellowship] provides talented leaders with an unprecendented opportunity to develop and launch new education initiatives. Applications are due September 5, 2008. Visit THE MINDTRUST.ORG.
View Groups: Catching Yourself Thinking and How to deliberately monitor your thoughts. Leave a message for other Ode Partners.
posted by Abida on 7/ 6/2008 10:01 am
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WE LIVE in an enlightened age!
An age when the veil of secrecy is being drawn aside revealing great scientific truths which throughtout past ages have been shrouded in mystery. Science has made many wonderful discoveries relating to the mysteries of human life both here and hereafter. But these discoveries are of no value to aanyone who knows nothing about them. For free information visit www.gsns.org. View groups: AWAKEN PEOPLE SOCIETY and International Mind-Conditioning Society.
posted by Abida on 7/ 6/2008 9:51 am
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Peace Pilgrim
[In response to a post by Susan Corso on the Readers Blog]
What a great and beautiful cause you are dedicated to (and the most important one of all, I believe).
Do you know of Peace Pilgrim?
She was a compassionate, spiritual woman who also dedicated her life to peace.
Friends of Peace Pilgrim continue to spread her message free of charge worldwide through the distribution of her books and pamphlets.
Check out www.peace pilgrim.net. Those intrigued are warmly invited to email seedsdrcorso@comcast.net.
posted by Abida on 7/ 5/2008 11:54 pm
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I have been writing for Ode for over ten years now and continue to be inspired by all you beautiful people and by the wonderful initiatives from all over the world. Keep me posted, please! Check us out at: www.tijintouber.com. Hope we meet one day! Love Tijin
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 5/2008 6:31 pm
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Does your religion work?
Why do people bother to have all sorts of debates about religion.
Why do people try to convince each other that their God is the right God and their religion is right one?
Why do we try to impose our philosophies about, life, death, truth, love, and the Big Questions on each other, when none of us really knows the answers anyway?
The only relevant question about any religion or philosophy is not if it is true or not, but it is effective.
If your belief system is not making you happy, or if does not bring peace and love to your heart and to the hearts of those around you, it does not not work. And, by the way, if it doesn't work, it can't be true.
AUTHOR: TIJN TOUBER
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 5/2008 6:26 pm
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ATTENTION: ALL Ode readers...
In this group we will tap into the power of the mind.
An unprecedented once in a lifetime opportunity for Ode community to develop and launch new education initiatives to change the educational system in America and possibly throughout the free world.
This group is for people who are interested in equal opportunities, diversity and proper balance between mind, body and soul in daily life at home, social and job front.
Please log into Why Is Our Present Educational System Failing us? in search box. Hit go and lease a message for the group. Tell a friend who may be interested in joining the Intelligent optimists.
Email me for quick reply: mushjaa@verizon.net
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 3/2008 12:23 pm
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Educational Consultant reveals...
Why Our Schools Continue to Fail Our Children?
as you know, today it is possible to graduate from high school without knowing how to read or do simple mathematics. This is old news. But as educational consultant Mushtaq Jaafri (Dr. Jeff) will tell all Ode readers that our present educational system is also failing its brightest students molding them into cloens who are incapable of thinking for themselves. "CHILDREN MUST LEARN MORE THAN READING AND WRITING", says Dr. Mushtaq Jaafri who spent 18+ years acquiring knowledge, gathering and correlating facts from books. Learn where today's public and private schools, colleges and universities have tragically gone wrong. Seven things all educational institutions should be teaching but aren't. The reason why so many of today's kids - and adults - are unhappy and depressed. Why he believes that most of his 18+ years of education was a total waste. How can we revolutionize American education system and cut the needed time to educate our children in half. Please log in Why is our present system failing in the search bob and hit go. For a free book, The Seven Laws of Nature, please email mushjaa@verizon.net. (postage required). Tell a friend who might agree we a partner with us.
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 2/2008 12:54 pm
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Dear Dr. Jeff,
I would love to have a copy of your book. I have been working on ideas and philosophies on new ways to empower the new children of our world. I am at a crossroads, and opening this article in the online Ode magazine was surely a signpost. I am excited to read your book. Please let me know how I can obtain a copy?
Thank you, and much grace and joy be yours,
Chris Scott
Greenfield, WI 53220
Please log in, Why is our present educational system failing us? in the search box and hit go, Leave a message for the group. For a quick response email mushjaa@verizon.net. Tell a friend who may benefit from joining the Intelligent optimists.
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 2/2008 12:18 pm
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Dear Dr. Jaafri,
Thank you for the information I an sending out the check today!
I am so happy to hear about the new group on the site. I have been talking to anyone and everyone about the need to move ahead and change our methods of teaching for years. People smile and nod lol. I am so happy to hear that you have started a group, I am looking forward to sharing there.
The internet is such an amazing tool for connection : o)
Looking forward to new learning,
Chris
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 2/2008 12:09 pm
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Nature and spirituality have fallen victim of blind faith in science and technology. we share real stories about real people more than big think pieces about abstract concepts. it is a global society, and we want our articles to have an international appeal. our stories need to tell Ode readers whats happening next rather than what's happened in the past. so make sure your idea is forward-looking. we are more interested in solutions than problems so make sure your idea has a positive twist. spiritual masters has pointed out that in the final analysis, there would be a new heavens and a new earth. This society believes that the new heavens refers to the new form of government that is run and controlled by the intelligent optimists living on this earth. I've devoted my life in trying to find like-minded people from other places and other points of view to share their perspectives and opinions on issues that matter most to them. there is no more issue that is as important to me as teaching humanity the new AWAKENING PROCESS. that is why I founded the International Mind- Conditioning Society. For 40 + years I've literally lived on a daily basis and now I will present the essence of this spiritual philosophy. I cordially invite you and other like minded Ode magazine readers to join Intelligent Optimist to change the world for the better.I'm looking for Ode partners to join me in this worth cause. This present effort and movement will be centered in this Western World. Later we will extent to the Eastern World. The entire course of instructions is provided as a gift to all Ode Partners. There are no dues, fees or charges of any kind whatsoever for actual instruction, which will be taught via written correspondence. Ode Partners are responsible only for postage on lessons returned to the society.Courses of instruction are based on two text books. They are available from the society, sold on a cost recovery basis. write me. Dr. Mushtaq H. Jaafri 919 sonora Ct, San Dimas, CA
91773 or you can email me for a quick response. mushjaa@verion.net.
tell a friend. you'll be glad you did. i guarantee it!
MUSHTAQ
posted by mjaafri on 7/ 1/2008 4:37 pm
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