ok. you got me. again.

and honestly if some of us seem "hyper sensitive" it is only because everyone else is completely numb to the patriarchy, over-sexualization and objectification that is considered normal these days. it is something that women and men have NO radar for anymore, hence a close up of anjali mudra with a blatant shot of breasts to express "heartfelt feelings" post sexual assault tragedy.

instead of claiming that someone has "serious problems" for feeling objectified, might the compassionate approach be to ask why? as a man, living in a clearly male oriented world, you would benefit from having a little more sensitivity for the issues of women, what it is like on the day to day and how issues such as this effect us on deep psychological levels. the "problem" then becomes the individual who refuses to see, feel, or hear from another perspective. when the obvious has made the world go to sleep, it's time to really awaken.

be a man joe, but feel like a woman.

speechless.

thank you sam!! finally a link to send others that explains it better than me! glad to see you on ele. bless, sj*

to whom it may concern: this grinch has learned many lessons since this original posting. one thing is certain (as certain as the blow-up santa clause across the street) this is a joyful season. i sure wish we could do this everyday of the year (really!) which is what many of us strive to do with our spiritual practices. my hope is that each one of us can remember this joy- the joy of giving/receiving, connecting with family and community, gratitude etc. in every moment of every day throughout the year. at the least, for most, it is happening but once a year for at least a moment or a day or so.....and for that, i am truly grateful. om shanti*

more insights on solstice from a jyotish perspective: http://jyotishstar.com/winter-solstice-december-2...

very thorough! thanks for your post yesica! blessings and light in your new year.

this post is quickly becoming an elephantjournal.com tradition! love you elephant. glad to see this post is still creating thoughtful insights and a bit o' wintery pot stirring!! ;)

Our relationship to money reflects how we feel about our power to affect the world. Since money is a mirror of our conscious, the more comfortable we are with being powerful, the more money we are likely to create in our lives.” ~ Shakti Gawain

there was no "lost in translation". MMY has always been clear that TM is entirely different than what others consider "meditation." have you read his translation of the Gita? Have you tried TM? have you sat through an intro lecture or one of Maharishi's numerous lectures? there's no doubt about it, it's amazing stuff.