Visionaries

United Nations: New Directions Concluding Old Paradigms

http://motherearthrights.org/2010/08/18/harmony-with-nature-report-of-the-un-secretary-general/

C. New directions and approaches

97. At present, alternatives are being examined to devise a more sustainable model for production, consumption and the economy as a whole so as to promote harmony with nature. In this regard, in February 2008, upon the request of the French government, Joseph Stiglitz, Amartya Sen and Jean-Paul Fitoussi… Continue reading

A Vision of Life

A Vision of Life

One can cast awareness,
Across the greatest visionaries of time,
They have spoken of humility,
And many read this as having nothing,
Saying nothing,
Expecting nothing,
Seeing oneself as nothing.

Humility is the greatest love,
The outer vision turns inwards,
For one is in love with the vision,
Of delivering the… Continue reading

Will Muslims Lead Humanity by Compassion and Mercy?

I’ve felt inspired to explore middle east issues. I’ve found inspirational pieces from jewish and now muslims. I am interested in the peacemakers, who never rate a mention on the news, who could be the leading lights for their communities. Many have allowed violent voices to lead them, if you want peace you must be… Continue reading

Alex Grey: Art a Spiritual and Unifying Force for Humanity

I’ve just discovered Alex Grey and incredible artist, without doubt inspired. As an artist myself, poetry has shown me how we can tap into higher knowledge. It is because we are in the inner space of the heart and there is no thought rationalising. The feeling is the thread that leads you and for some… Continue reading

Lao Tzu: Wisdom Cannot Be Learned It Can Only Be Known

I remember in London going to a Philosophy course. I felt it was about the ego and was about to leave, I had a quick glance at the books. One book looked like poetry to me so I looked and found myself drawn to the wisdom. It turned out this book would open a door… Continue reading

Artistic Expression Recreates the Future

ARTISTIC EXPRESSION RE-CREATES THE FUTURE

I am an artist,
For I paint my feeling through words,
For within each word I see colour and form,
And this informs the verse,
For when one finds the verse,
A universe of ideas,
Becomes visible.

The artist is one who does not conform,
Not necessarily non conformist,
It… Continue reading

Mohandas Gandhi

“If we are to teach real peace in this world, and if we are to carry on a real war against war, we shall have to begin with the children.”

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