The Indivisible Whole
Ernest Holmes

As the external Jesus gave way to the Divine, the human took on the Christ Spirit and became the Voice of God to humanity....And yet it would be a grave mistake to suppose that he was different from other men. He was a man who knew himself and his direct relationship to the Whole. This was the secret of his success.

To the illumined has ever come self-realization and I-AM-NESS. Who could proclaim himself to be the way, the truth, and the life, unless he had understood that God indwelt his own soul? The Christ comes to all alike, proclaiming Itself as the Son of God, even unto the humble in spirit. Proud of his divinity, yet humble before the greatness of the Whole, Jesus spoke from the heights of spiritual perception, proclaiming the deathless reality of the individual life, the continuity of the individual soul, the unity of Universal Spirit within all men.

I AM, what more can I say? I am, it is enough!
Because Thou Art, I am!
From out of the depths of me, I AM!
In and around me, I am! Over and through me, I am!
O Inner Being, Eternal and Blessed, Complete and Perfect!
Birthless and Changeless and Deathless, I AM! I AM!
        and evermore shall be.

Excerpted from The Science of Mind by Ernest Holmes, Tarcher/Penguin Publishing.

Tom Shadyac—Still Asking the Tough Questions

In “When the Shift Hits the Fan: An Interview with Tom Shadyac” (March 2013 Science of Mind), readers were inspired by the story of the Hollywood director who “dropped out” to pursue a spiritual path. His award-winning documentary I AM asks two thought-provoking questions: “What’s wrong with the world?” and “What can I do about it?”

Click here to watch a trailer of the movie I AM, the provocative documentary that explores human connectedness, happiness, and community.

In Shadyac’s new book, Life’s Operating Manual, to be released in May 2013, the dialogue continues. The book is a culmination of a lifelong spiritual journey leading to what Shadyac calls “an awakening” after experiencing a near-death biking accident.

Click here to read an excerpt from Life’s Operating Manual by Tom Shadyac.

Frank Fredericks—Faces of Faith

In “Common Ground for Common Good: Where Diversity Rocks,” Science of Mind magazine March 2013, writer Pamela Bloom introduces readers to Frank Fredericks, the founder of World Faith. Twenty-seven year old Fredericks, the musician who was Lady Gaga’s first manager, is one of a generation of young millennials who have made a commitment to countering religious extremism and building peace. His organization World Faith is doing just that.

Want to learn more about World Faith, the nonprofit global service organization that has harnessed the power of youth?

Click here and listen to Frank Fredericks explain the mission of World Faith and share a video of World Faith projects—faith in action.

Do you believe in the power of youth to change the world? Frank Fredericks, Soofia Ahmed, Eboo Patel, and other young people from a variety of faith traditions do, and in 2009, on Good Morning America, they shared their enthusiasm and the possibilities they envision of a world that honors the common values of all the faith traditions. Click here to watch a clip of that program.

Optimum Wellness—The Mission of Dr. James Rouse

Everyone will be lifted if you live with passion.
—James Rouse

 “Optimum Wellness” is not only the name of the article featuring Science of Mind’s own columnist James Rouse, it’s also the name of his website. Optimum Wellness truly is his life mission—for the good doctor himself and for as many others as he can reach and teach.

Dr. James’s website is a treasure trove of articles and videos explaining how to maintain a fit, healthy lifestyle—for people of all ages. There’s a section dedicated to Boomers, and there’s a section called Fit Kids. Fit Kitchen includes a number of delicious recipes. There’s a section called Supplement Savvy that provides information about which supplements and vitamins to add to your day. What foods can prevent hunger pangs and binges? The Living Light section will tell you. What about “Fake Health Foods”? Turn to Fit Foods and find out. When is it all right not to choose organic? Click on the Everyday Wellness section and discover the best options. Click here to visit website.

Want to be fit and happy? One way is to increase your dopamine…in plain English: exercise and eat well! Click here to see Dr. James’s morning hour of power—the way he starts every day—and how he stays so fit and happy himself.