Archive - Spirit of Change Magazine

Time Out: Silence is Golden

"Drawing on my fine command of language, I said nothing." — Robert Benchley

Cultural Crossroads: The Lessons Ancient People Have For Us

One of the oldest cultures on Earth is that of the !Kung Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert in the northern parts of South Africa.

Whole Foods Healthy Cooking: Tea Time

Curled up on the sofa, the stress of the day releases as you take in the color and aroma of the liquid. You sip and a depth of flavor moves over your tongue.

EarthTalk: Environmentally Friendly Hand Drying

Dear EarthTalk: In a public restroom, which is the more environmentally sound and healthy option for drying your hands: a paper towel or an electric hand dryer?

EarthTalk: Global Warming Affects in North America

Dear EarthTalk: In what ways is global warming already affecting us in North America?

Healing Pain

The body wants to be well. Knowing this fact, and reminding ourselves always that it is possible, encourages us to make changes within ourselves towards total wellness.

God Working Through Dog

He has the heart of a lion and the soul of an angel. He laughs, he smiles, he winks. He dreams of walks on the beach, snacks and his beloved tennis ball.

Honor Among Dogs

Max was my first dog. He loved everyone and had many friends, canine and human.

Animal Stories: 2006

A collection of Animal Stories by various authors.

Ask the Swami - Winter 2006

“Where Swami answers your questions, and you will question his answers.”

Facts and Trivia about Cats and Dogs

Canine and Feline Facts and Trivia

While the power and mystery of wild animals such as the eagle, the lion or the whale inspires many of our spiritual myths, it’s our bonding with domesticated animals that bridges the human and non-human animal worlds the best.

Cultural Crossroads: A Middle Class Requires Democracy

Every year at Christmastime, millions of Americans watch TV portrayals of Charles Dickens’s classic novel A Christmas Carol. In the story a regular guy named Bob Cratchit works at the firm of Scrooge and Marley.

Ask the Holistic Health Vet

If holistic medicine is the right healthcare option for you and your family, a holistic vet might provide the best care for your pets as well.

Redesign the Blueprint for Your Animal's Health Through Diet

We began our journey in the early 1970’s, when little attention was paid to the importance of a nutritious diet and the role it plays in the animal’s quality of life and longevity.

The Wisdom of Herbal Pet Care

"Dogs resemble the nation which creates them," stated Gertrude Stein, back in 1940. Not surprisingly, veterinarians today report a tremendous increase in the amount of cancer and heart disease in their patients.

The Humble Holiday Bean

In the midst of the holiday chaos, it’s important to slow down and take time to relax and focus on healthy eating.

EarthTalk: Bamboo

Dear EarthTalk: Is bamboo really an environmentally friendly alternative to wood for making paper? If so, why are we still cutting down trees to keep our copiers and printers humming?

EarthTalk: Houseplants Clean Indoor Air

Dear EarthTalk: Do houseplants really help to clean indoor air?

EarthTalk: Recycling

Dear EarthTalk: The soda bottle I'm holding only lists a few U.S. states and deposit amounts on it. Aren't more than just a few states requiring that bottles be returned for recycling?