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February, 2005
Powers of the Universe In this new eleven-part DVD series, cosmologist Brian Swimme delivers a synthesis of scientific and spiritual worldviews that empowers us to rediscover and remember who we truly are in the greater story of life. This series, which is produced by the Center for the Story of the Universe, explains our transformation from an era of industrial control and domination to one of connected, loving embrace of the entire earth community. Swimme charts the thirteen billion years of the history of our universe and identifies the deeper forces and patterns—the “powers” that have shaped it. In the process he illuminates how the microcosm mirrors the macrocosm, from DNA to star systems, and from lungs to galaxies. In his own unique, elegant style Swimme speaks not only to our intellect, but even more importantly, to our heart, in presenting a life-affirming vision and a hope for the future of humanity. His positive view of human potential calls for a new level of ecological responsibility and wisdom. Listening to his insights, we discover how science and spiritual traditions can find common ground in a worldview that is evolutionary, scientific, and filled with reverence and wonder. Swimme challenges us to step forward at this time, stand in awe at our history and our potential, and act responsibly as enlightened citizens of the universe. “The cosmological powers of the universe are coursing through us moment by moment. To become aware of these powers is to touch the source of life.” His ideas spark a resonance with the profound message of the Science of Mind. —Roger Juline As the title suggests, the main premise of this book is that fifteen seconds is all we need to get started on doing anything. Author Al Secunda, also known as The 15 Second Coach, specializes in coaching his clients toward more rewarding lives, by showing them the benefits of doing small tasks daily to achieve their ultimate goals. Secunda, who is also a motivational speaker and workshop leader, wrote this book from the premise that “either we don’t really care about our dreams or we are scared to death of them.” Staying the course to the fulfillment of a goal is the objective. The book has a blank fifteen-second momentum list that is to be duplicated and used to track the actions that are being taken toward each goal listed. Divided into two columns, the first column of the list is titled Things to Do Tomorrow, the second column is Things I Already Did Today. It is in the second column where procrastination and inertia become a habit of the past; it is here that the fifteen-second activities that can be done to accomplish tomorrow’s goals are logged. People who are already list-makers will really enjoy this tool. For those who are not list-makers, it is a great way to get organized and to stay motivated by seeing the action steps of a specific goal in black and white. I am using the list and am finding it to be everything it was designed to be, simple and effective. The momentum list is just one of the tools and techniques offered by Secunda for staying focused and on track with goals to the finish line. If you are already starting to struggle with your New Year’s resolutions from a month ago, you’ll want to jump ahead to page 148 where there are practical suggestions and advice for fulfilling those annual intentions. Short and to the point, the guidance offered in this book is a good program for owning, realizing, and taking the necessary steps to dream fulfillment. —Yolanda Porter
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