Author: Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila

Aloha Ke 'Ākua! Māhālo nūi lōa for visiting Nā Hālau ʻĀha Hūi Lanakila! We established our Sanctuary for the exploration and awakening of consciousness, the unfolding of our collective creative and healing potential and realisation of our essential Unity. Our teachings arise out of direct experience of awakened awareness and emanates the untamable fragrance of freedom whilst radically embracing the mystery and mess of human existence. Our invitation is for you to open to the fullness of life, to say YES to the totality of your experience and to meet reality with radical compassion. Our doors are an open invitation to all who seek authentic freedom and are willing to meet heart to heart in honest and open inquiry. We were taught that the goal of life is to move through life walking up the mountain of experiences with your Aloha, your Bowl of Light. Life is filled with lessons to learn and teaching moments along the way. When you become angry or jealous, you drop those stones into your bowl of light and those rocks cause leaks in your Mana-sacred power. When your bowl becomes filled with stones, you become a stone that cannot grow. No Aloha! The solution is that at any moment, you can turn your bowl upside down emptying these stones out of your bowl to naturally refill it with YOUR golden light -- your natural Aware and Awakened state of Aloha, your natural state of Divinity. This is the power of Pure Aloha: an Awakened Heart Awakens the Mind. Awakening hinges on your genuine desire for the discovery of your true nature. If it is to flower in you, you must truly want liberation from everything that is false in you, you must want to give yourself totally to the inquiry into what is true beyond all inherited concepts, ideas and beliefs. The purpose of our teachings is to ignite this wanting in you. When the flame of this desire becomes an untamable fire, it flips a switch inside of you and the direction of your destiny is irrevocably altered. It’s like turning on the light only to discover that you are this light. This in itself is extra-ordinary: even though you may have heard the words a thousand times, nothing can prepare you for the naked reality that is revealed. And yet the living experience of this revelation is very ordinary: you have simply re-discovered the innocent wholeness of your essential nature. It’s the you that never was and never will be separate from anything at all. This discovery is the end of suffering and the beginning of freedom. But awakening is just the beginning. The adventure begins, not in the rarified atmosphere of transcendence, but in the midst of the chaos of life. And living the truth of awakening has perhaps never been more of an imperative than in today’s rapidly changing world. The invitation is for you to awaken to the pristine perfection of your inner light and then to fully embody and express this light amidst the mystery and mess of human existence. Come join us!

Energy Update | July 8, 2019

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“No one can know you more than you, so the idea is they don’t get to judge you even if they attempt to. They can’t judge you, it’s not possible for them to actually judge you because they have nothing to do with the experience of your life. It’s your life. You are a unique reality. Even if they attempt to judge you, you will understand that if they are doing so, it’s a projection onto you of issues within themselves that they themselves are afraid to face, so they’re the ones in greater fear than you. See them that way, anyone who judges you, you can simply compassionately recognize is struggling with a greater fear than you have or they wouldn’t project that judgement onto you because they are afraid of looking within for fear that they themselves are unworthy. Do you think you can begin to look at others that way if they judge you?” 
– Bashar

Lāʻau Lāpaʻau | Sage Varieties: Growing Tips and Recipes

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The genus Salvia contains a staggering range of species suitable for every garden use under the sun—and in the shade. But for cooking, none can rival common garden sage (Salvia officinalis) and its cultivars. Sage has long been valued for its contributions to the cook’s palette of flavors. Its robust piney aroma and earthy flavor complement many ingredients. Sage is also an attractive garden plant, particularly in its fancy-leaved forms. Plus, it prospers under a wide range of conditions and adds striking bold texture to mixed plantings.

Growing Info For Sage

• Light: Full sun
• Height: 18 to 24 inches
• Width: 24 to 36 inches
• Bloom time: Late spring, although valued most for its evergreen foliage.
• Soil: Well-drained, tolerant of a wide range of soil types.

What’s the Difference Between Types of Sage?

S. officinalis vary widely in the size and shape of its leaves. Sharp-eyed herbalists…

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Isis & the Dark Night of the Soul

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A depiction of the Dark Night of the Soul: Ce Que Je Suis by angelitonegro on Deviant Art
A depiction of the Dark Night of the Soul: Ce Que Je Suis by angelitonegro on Deviant Art

With so many of us feeling a bit hopeless these days, I am reposting this small essay on the Dark Night of the Soul.

I read a short blog post the other day that made me sad…and sympathetic. It was by a young woman who felt she had lost the mystery of her Pagan path. The power of the rites had flown. She doubted. Her anguish was palpable in what she wrote.

Thismay have been the first time thathad happened to her.

Yet I can guarantee that, if we follow any spiritual path for a sufficient length of time, this same thing will happen to each of us. At some point, the mystery dries up. The excitement dies down. The thrill of discovery is not asthrillingas it once was. Usually, this doesn’t happen…

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Daily Words of the Buddha for July 08, 2019

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Pāli Word a Day for July 08, 2019 — ajjavatā — straight forwardness, integrity, honesty

Paradukkhūpadhānena,
attano sukhamicchati
verasaṃsaggasaṃsaṭṭho,
verā so na parimuccati.

Entangled by the bonds of hate,
one who seeks one’s own happiness
by inflicting pain on others,
is never delivered from hatred.

Dhammapada 21.291
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Truckin’ With Chef Robert Hesse

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What does a celebrity chef do after he’s helped others launch and promote countless restaurants? He takes his own new concept to the place he’s from – the streets! CPM caught up with Chef Hesse to see what’s been cookin’.

“I’m currently having a food truck built out. It’s going to offer artisanal style, gourmet grilled cheese.” Chef calls his new creation Fo’ Cheezy Twisted Meltz. “It’s not yo momma’s grilled cheese. I’m going to make chef aggressive melts that mash up different cultures and flavors.” And, with crazy melts like the Cuban War Pig, the Mac Daddy Roll, Buffalo Mother Clucker and The Lick Back, we know it’s going to be off the hook. “Originally I’d planned on a brick and mortar restaurant with a different name but I wanted my food to be more accessible to people. I want the guy who’s never tasted duck to try…

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Midday Meditation | Gayatri Mantra

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MIDDAY MEDITATION (9 mins.) | For divine guidance and support from within … tap into your inner Guru now …

Aum bhur bhuvah svah

tatsaviturvarenyam bhargo devasya dhimahi

dhiyo yo nah prachodayat. Om.

AUM.

In all three worlds – terrestrial, astral,

and celestial – may we meditate upon the splendour of that Divine Sun who illuminates all. May its golden light nourish our understanding and guide us on our journey to its sacred seat.

OM.

Daily Words of the Buddha for July 07, 2019

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Pāli Word a Day for July 07, 2019 — aññātar — one who knows, a knower of dhamma

Mattāsukhapariccāgā
passe ce vipulaṃ sukhaṃ,
caje mattāsukhaṃ dhīro,
sampassaṃ vipulaṃ sukhaṃ.

If by renouncing a lesser happiness
one may realize a greater happiness,
let the wise one renounce the lesser,
having regard for the greater.

Dhammapada 21.290
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

Food Alert | Asian Seafood Raised on Antibiotics and Pig Feces Approved For U.S Consumption

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I know most of the things we hear about farmed fish or seafood, in general, these days is far from positive but this is something we all need to know about. Have you ever wondered what some of these sea creatures are being fed on those ‘farms?’

Read article here: https://awarenessact.com/asian-seafood-raisedd-on-antibiotics-and-pig-feces-approved-for-u-s-consumption-foodhealth/?=AA

Daily Words of the Buddha for July 06, 2019

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Pāli Word a Day for July 06, 2019 — sukhādhivahaṃ — brings happiness, bliss

Yogā ve jāyatī bhūri,
ayogā bhūrisaṅkhayo.
Etaṃ dvedhāpathaṃ ñatvā bhavāya vibhavāya ca,
tathāttānaṃ niveseyya yathā bhūri pavaḍḍhati.

Wisdom springs from meditation;
without meditation wisdom wanes.
Having known these two paths of progress and decline,
let one so conduct oneself that one’s wisdom may increase.

Dhammapada 20.282
The Dhammapada: The Buddha’s Path of Wisdom, translated from Pāli by Acharya Buddharakkhita

10 Reasons to Start Drinking Warm Water With Lemon Every Morning – Healthy Food House

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Do you drink warm water? If your answer is no, it’s time to change it. Warm water has great benefits. Cold water is refreshing, but it actually affects the absorption of nutrients because the body is forced to bring up the body temperature. According to research, cold water thickens nasal mucus, making if difficult to […]

Source: 10 Reasons to Start Drinking Warm Water With Lemon Every Morning – Healthy Food House

Scientists Explain What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Brussels Sprouts Every Day – Healthy Food House

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Brussels sprouts belong to the Brassicaceae vegetable family. They are close relatives to mustard greens, kale and cauliflower. The cruciferous vegetables look like tiny cabbages, and we usually eat them as a side dish. If you are trying to improve your diet, make sure you add Brussels sprouts to your menu The veggie is rich […]

Source: Scientists Explain What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Brussels Sprouts Every Day – Healthy Food House

1 Million Children Get Together And Meditated For World Peace In Thailand

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  One million children join a Buddhist annual meditation event called V-Star Change the World at the Phra Dhammakaya temple near Bangkok. They believe that when all these children meditate together for a whole day it will help change the world. What Is The V Star Children’s Project? The V star children’s project is an […]

Source: 1 Million Children Get Together And Meditated For World Peace In Thailand

In Observance of America’s Day of Independence – July 4, 2019

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May we think of freedom, not as the right to do as we please, but as the opportunity to do what is right.
— Peter Marshall

Don’t forget what made America one of the greatest and most tolerant places on earth.

America was no accident.  Did you know that it was born under a secret Masonic constellation called “MERICA” and gets it name from “Amaruca” or “Land of the Plumèd Serpent”. It was the product of a Great Plan for religious liberty and self-governance, launched by a hidden order of ancient philosophers and secret societies that goes back to Egypt. The ideals of the American people were born from the law and language that came out of the Renaissance period.

The spirit of the American people includes the Native Americans who have been the custodians of these great lands since the end of the last ice age. There have many hardships, innovations and challenges along the way, but today we celebrate the likes of Walt Disney, Martin Luther King, our favorite Hollywood movies, The iPhone, and dreams of a brighter tomorrow.

In Manly P. Hall’s book, The Secret Destiny of America, he describes a rousing speech delivered by a mysterious “unknown speaker” before the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The “strange man,” wrote Hall, invisibly entered and exited the locked doors of the statehouse in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776, delivering an oration that bolstered the wavering spirits of the delegates.

“God has given America to be free!” commanded the mysterious speaker, urging the men to overcome their fears of being hanged or beheaded, and to seal destiny by signing the great document. Newly emboldened, the delegates rushed forward to add their names. They looked to thank the stranger only to discover that he had vanished from the locked room. Was this, Hall wondered, “one of the agents of the secret Order, guarding and directing the destiny of America?”

Or, perhaps, was it an angel or an ET?  Either way, we should all be grateful for the geniuses that signed and wrote the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence.

These great documents gave us such principles as Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. God bless America!

July 2019 Energy Update: Surfing the Extremes – Lee Harris

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Those of you who have followed my updates for a while may have heard me speak about how the times of the extremes are definitely upon us. Extreme speed, extreme transformation and extreme happenings in our lives. And as we go through July and August, that unexpected and that extreme energy is going to come into very sharp focus – for individuals and for us as a collective.

As I was tuning in on what are the specific messages for July, I was given three things:

– Alignment and Rejection

– Elevation and Depletion

– Realization and Reflection

 

Have a great month everyone!

Big love, Lee x

 

Daily Words of the Buddha for July 03, 2019

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Pāli Word a Day for July 03, 2019 — tejin — having light or splendour, shining forth, glorious

Sabbadā sīlasampanno,
paññavā susamāhito;
ajjhattacintī satimā,
oghaṃ tarati duttaraṃ.

In every virtue all-accomplished,
with wisdom full and mind composed,
looking within and ever mindful–
thus one crosses the raging flood.

Sutta Nipāta 1.176
Gemstones of the Good Dhamma, compiled and translated by Ven. S. Dhammika

Hau’ōli aloha Pō’akōlu

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Aloha a me kā maikāʻi oʻ kā kākahiāka, ī nā mea a pau ʻīa ōukōu kanaka a maikāʻi. Kākou nō ma kā hānā hebedoma hapalua ʻāla. Mālāma nēʻe ʻīmua, hula manāwa ʻūa ʻāneane ʻāneʻi. Ī kā maikāʻi oʻ kā lā. Nūi ke aloha.

Hello and good morning to all you good people. We are half way through the work week. Keep moving forward, play time is almost here. Have a beautiful day.