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Free the Slaves! by Marc Gafni

We all grew up believing that we live in a world in which people are longer used by other people as slaves. The degradation of an individual from a thou to an it, we thought was a feature of a world we have long outgrown.

This is a false and dangerous belief.
This belief is false because there are, according to the best estimates, 28,000,000 slaves in the world today. 28 million people for whom there is no underground railroad, no civil rights movement, no basic human rights, no dignity, no decency, and if we remain disengaged, precious little hope.

This belief is dangerous because Human trafficking can only work if the slaves remain invisible to the public eye.
It is only by removing the veils of ignorance that we can -as modern day abolitionists-

FREE THE SLAVES!
In the spiritual world there is much talk about wholeness and non-duality. As spiritual teachers we have much to say about the interconnectivity of all that is. Many of us have experienced ourselves in meditation, chant, prayer or states of grace, as part of the seamless coat of the universe. We teach of the Bodhisattva vow. We extol the virtues of goodness and seek to incarnate the qualities of compassion, empathy, and radical love.
And yet - paradoxically most of us live in very narrow and constricted worlds. We do our meditation, teach our dharma, write our books, build our small spiritual schools and empires - hopefully for the sake of Spirit, God and Love -and yet, there is very little that moves us to stop business as usual.

Another class, another meditation, another book or magazine article or lecture tour or teaching. Most of us give teaching to middle and upper middle class nice people looking for a deeper sense of meaning and direction in their lives. And all of this is very lovely. I think…
And yet, when does it become time to stop business as usual? When do we allow the reports of hundreds of thousands of women and children sold into sexual slavery every year, often physically brutalized, repeatedly raped and otherwise degraded, to actually affect the way we live our daily lives?

When do we allow the faces of the millions of people with no hope, born into slavery and destined to die in slavery, to penetrate the veils of our consciousness sufficiently that we actually begin to act.
Three years ago I experienced a profound loss of power. I was caught in a web of events, which stripped both my voice, power and ability, for a time, to chart the course of my life with dignity and authority. For a period of time I experienced a profound sense of powerlessness, hopelessness and sheer terror.

Through, grace, prayer, love and friendship I was able to come through that time. I was able to recover my voice, my natural power and dignity as a human being, and to once again become the author of my own story.

However, I was blessed with many resources both internal resources of soul, spirit, training and lineage, and external resources of funds, relationships, supports and people of integrity and influence. Very few of the twenty-eight million virtual powerless slaves devastated in our world today have access to most of these resources.

I made a commitment to myself and to God in my darkest hour that I would spend the second half of my life, not merely teaching, not merely giving transmission, sacred, precious and ecstatic as those engagements are, but that somehow I would find a way to help. A way the help the powerless find their power, to help the slaves find their freedom, to help the degraded find their dignity and to help all those that are mute with fear find their voices in love.

It is that Spirit that we have begun the Integral Life Spiritual Center, the natural outgrowth and continuation of the important and groundbreaking work begun in the Integral Spiritual Center convened by Ken six years ago.

We will continue in our attempt to unfold a Trans-lineage spiritual practice community.

We will seek to engage in profound and evolutionary-edge conversations that might help shape the contours and guide the trajectory of Sprit into the next millennium.

We will seek to humbly gather the International Integral community at our annual International practice and transmission event, Integral Spiritual Experience.

But all of this is not enough. When we hear the anguished of the oppressed and see their battered and degraded bodies we must seek to find a way to dry their tears, to heal their wounds and to unshackle their chains. Nothing less can ever be enough.
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Marc Gafni

About Dr. Marc Gafni, Ph.D.

Dr. Marc Gafni is the co-founder and teacher in residence of iEvolve: Global Practice Community (Co-founded with Diane Musho Hamilton, Sally Kempton- Durgananda and Sofia Diaz, and Executive Director Kelly Sosan Bearer), as well as the Director and a fellow at the Integral Life Spiritual Center of Integral Life. Marc is The Teacher in Residence- although he is not in Residence } - of Shalom Mountain Retreat Center Wisdom School. {Shalom Mountain is a forty year old Retreat Center with a couple of thousand active members in Upstate New York founded by the wise Spiritual Elder Dr. Gerry Judd who empowered Marc in his role as Teacher at Shalom Mountain.} He is also the co-founder and Editor of Incorrect Inc. Publishing movement; Co- Founder with Mary Lainer, as well as the Scholar in Residence of Pacific Coast Community Church (under the direction of Dr. Bill Little).

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Halo Debt Solutions Debt Settlement Process

At Halo Debt Solutions our goal is to negotiate debt settlements with your creditors. Your current level of unsecured debt will be skillfully negotiated for you by Halo Debt Solutions’ team of professional negotiators.

Halo Debt Solutions will provide you with an affordable monthly payment. Based on your monthly budget, one of Halo Debt Solutions’ specialists will set you up with an affordable program that may be less than you’re paying now.*

Halo Debt Solutions will contact your creditors and act as your representative. We immediately contact your creditors to inform them we are now representing you and your interest in settling the current debt with them. Reaching an acceptable settlement may take several phone calls between Halo Debt Solutions, Inc. and the creditor.* Some creditors are not immediately engaged due to known collection techniques - ask a Debt Specialist for more information.

Once paid, your debt is gone forever. As soon as a settlement that you are in agreement with has been reached, we will secure the settlement offer in writing from the creditor. After you review the written offer and we confirm that it is properly worded, you will make the agreed-upon payment to the creditor. Once the creditor receives this payment, you are free and clear of that debt forever. Halo Debt Solutions will diligently continue to negotiate all of your debts until you have eliminated all of your debts in the program.*

Halo Debt Solutions, Inc. works for you (our client), not the creditors. Each settlement team is developed to work specifically on your behalf. Our expert negotiators are paid, in part, based upon settlement percentages. That means the better settlement they arrange for you, the more compensation they receive from us. This ensures the settlement team is working directly for YOU and not the creditors. As a result, the absolute best settlement deals are achieved with your best interest in mind. With years of experience in the financial industry, Halo Debt Solutions will help you navigate through these difficult times.

What is a Settlement Account?

You will be asked to save a set amount of settlement funds on a monthly basis. This amount will be determined in your initial consultation by a Debt Consultant and is based upon the total amount of debt owed and what you can afford on a monthly basis depending on your income and expense budget. Each person’s situation is different and the negotiation process will begin at different times depending on the amount of your debt.

Once the creditors agree to a settlement amount, Halo Debt Solutions, Inc. will present the creditor’s offer to you. If you approve the settlement, we will instruct the creditor to fax over a formal settlement offer in writing. Debts can be settled in two different ways; one lump sum payment or a term settlement. A lump sum is just that, a single payment and the account is satisfied. A term settlement is a settlement which is paid over an extended period of time until the account is satisfied. Halo Debt Solutions, Inc. will repeat this process for each of the remaining creditors until all of your enrolled debts have been paid and you have no remaining obligations enrolled in our program.

The Meaning behind the Name “Wealth Wonks”

“Wonk” (noun) (plural: “Wonks”) — One who studies an issue or topic thoroughly or excessively, becoming the scholar, expert and teacher.

“Wealth” (noun) — The state of being rich and affluent; having an abundance of material goods and money.

“Wealth Wonk” (noun) (plural: “Wealth Wonks”) — A tenacious student of socio-economic trends, legislative impact, changing business opportunities and financial strategies; an adamant non-traditionalist at financial planning; a guru in wealth building practices and processes.

Wonk is also Know spelled backwards - A wealth “Know-it-all!”

Wealth Wonks

Resorts International Unlimited - Resorts Profile

Resorts International Unlimited located in Longwood, FL has been successfully helping independent timeshare owners advertise their timeshare for rent and sale since 2001. Resorts International Unlimited is a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Convention and Visitors Bureau and ARDA. This would be the reason so many companies try to duplicate what Resorts International Unlimited has been successfully doing for over six years.

Resorts International Unlimited not only has an individual page for each timeshare Owner’s advertisement, but the company does the additional advertising that is needed to bring the attention to your ad at no additional cost. Resorts International Unlimited advertises Owner’s timeshares on their website and does additional advertising in newspapers, magazines, to tour groups, travel agents, convention coordinators and companies that are in the industry of travel.

Renting from existing timeshare Owners gives individuals the opportunity to stay at 4 and 5 star resorts at discounted prices and the opportunity to see what owning a timeshare is like before purchasing their own.
Resorts International Unlimited is your official worldwide timeshare advertising resource. We advertise for individuals who want to sell timeshares - buy timeshares - rent timeshares. We have been the leader in timeshare advertising and marketing for resale and rental for independent Owners for years. Having advertised over $100 million dollars worth of re-sales and rentals, we offer a turnkey operation through our extensive network of companies.

With timeshare sales increasing each year, the number of timeshares on the resale market has also increased. Resorts International Unlimited has seen an increase in the number of owners wanting to sell or rent their timeshares either because of the lack of use or not wanting to own more than one timeshare property. Resorts International Unlimited is your one-stop web site if you are looking to buy, sell or rent a timeshare. Timeshares for sale or rent are becoming more plentiful, making it a buyers market for those looking to buy and rent timeshares. We take great pride in providing timeshare services for those interested in selling or renting a timeshare.

We look forward to servicing you! Visit Resorts International Unlimited online today!

iSCOPE MEDIA
1509 N State Road 7 Suite G
Margate, FL 33063
Website: http://www.iscopemedia.com

ISCOPE Media thrives on developing successful online/offline marketing programs customized to increase your ROI and enhance your niche marketing efforts. ISCOPE MEDIA is made up of top industry professionals with over 20 years of direct marketing experience in many facets of traditional media, online advertising, Data Solutions, and Direct Marketing.

Let ISCOPE Media show you how we can bridge the gap with your other advertising efforts or revolutionize your entire sales process. ISCOPE Media experienced at taking your products/services to market and putting them in front of the right audience. While we can’t predict every new turn in the future, ISCOPE will give you straight forward answers and help establish a marketing life cycle to maximize your business potential for each project.

ISCOPE MEDIA EMAIL MARKETING

More than just a list, more than just another e-mail service, ISCOPE Media’s E-Mail Direct service gives you the tools and the tactics to succeed in today’s complex and ever-changing marketplace.
The perfect choice for sophisticated and novice e-mail marketers alike, E-Mail Direct by ISCOPE Media provides marketers a cost-effective and innovative way to reach consumers. Short on time and/or resources? ISCOPE Media can help develop a compelling message that delivers your offer to your best prospects quickly and effectively.

With ISCOPE Media and E-Mail Direct on your side, you can:

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Resorts Nationwide Inc - Profile

The timeshare industry is the fastest growing segment of the travel industry with the cost of vacations and travel increasing, timesharing is expanding all over the world. Resorts Nationwide is a leader in the timeshare sales industry.

The best way to purchase a timeshare is on the resale market from existing timeshare owners. If you are looking to purchase or rent your next dream vacation at discounted rates from 10% - 60% off resort prices, then view our timeshares for sale and rent by owner. You will communicate directly with the owner, assuring you that there are not going to be any additional commissions or hidden fees tacked on to your purchase price. The best part, no lengthy timeshare presentation to sit through!

Visit Resorts Nationwide and browse Timeshares available or advertise your time share with Resorts Nationwide. If you don’t see what you are looking for today, drop by our site tomorrow to see what Owners Specials are going on.

If you currently own a timeshare and you want help selling or renting, Resorts Nationwide will advertise your timeshare for you until it has been sold. Knowing where to start selling or renting your timeshare is our job. Resorts Nationwide does advertisements in magazines, newspapers, bill boards, internet, TV and many more locations. The internet is a great place to advertise your timeshare, but without the additional advertising through our worldwide advertising strategies, you are not going to get the exposure you need to sell or rent your timeshare. Our advertising specialists are well trained to assist you with getting the job started. Call today and take the first step in getting your timeshare sold!

Resorts Nationwide Has No Upfront No Appraisal Fees

Many resale companies insist on the seller paying upfront for appraisals or a comparative market analysis. You simply don’t need an appraisal or comparative market analysis to sell a timeshare. Timeshare property is not traditional real estate. Your timeshare property was not “appraised” when you purchased it and does not need to be appraised to sell it now. With Resorts Nationwide all you pay for is the cost of advertising. That’s it, no commissions and no broker fees!

Resorts Nationwide, Inc. is so committed to successfully advertising your property, that we will list and advertise your property until it is sold, guaranteed.

Mammoth Dog Beds Review Page

Mammoth Dog Beds from www.MammothDogBeds.com uses foam that can withstand the weight of a 250 lb. human. Focusing on large and extra large dogs, our dog beds are ideal for the largest breeds like Irish Setters, Swiss Mountain Dogs, Afghan Hounds, Huskies, Old English Sheepdogs, German Shepherds and Malamutes. Crafting a domain perfect for any canine, a Mammoth Dog Beds provide a secure, warm, comforting place for your dog or puppy no matter of size and weight. Its time to ditch that old dirty blanket or dog pad and invest in a five-star, fashionable designer Mammoth Dog Bed that won’t break the bank, and will fit in with any home decor style.

Mammoth Dog Beds has been researching dog sleeping patterns and designing dog beds for over ten years. You can get a round or oblong dog bed, a donut dog bed or a dog bed couch. The circular and donut dog beds by Mammoth Dog Beds are great for dogs who like to curl up and sleep. The donut dog bed by Mammoth Dog Beds has a bolster around the inner pillow to give back support. The oblong dog bed by Mammoth Dog Beds is perfect for a dog who likes to sleep stretched out. The dog couch by Mammoth Dog Beds combines the comfort of the oblong dog bed with side and back bolsters. Mammoth Dog Beds also makes mats for a great variety of crate sizes.

All of the Mammoth Dog Beds provide orthopedic support to your dog’s spine, hips and the rest of his skeletal system, which is particularly important for bigger dogs. There are several pillow options by Mammoth Dog Beds. The fiber-fill pillow is made of 100 percent virgin materials that are high-memory and bounces back into shape even with the biggest dogs. The polypropylene liners allow the pillow to fully decontaminate during the wash cycle. The greatest orthopedic support is given by the high-density and high-memory foam pillows. The foam can withstand a weight of 250 lbs.

Mammoth Dog Beds provide quality Dog Beds that can be purchased on the Mammoth Dog Beds website MammothDogBeds.com

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Maria V. Marcotte Blog

Maria V. Marcotte has created a new personal blog to express her opinions, ideas, news and more. Maria V. Marcotte’s blog was mainly created to be an informative website with lots of fun content for all types of readers. Maria V. Marcotte has many interests and information to share with the world. Maria V. Marcotte realized that a wordpress blog is the easiest way to express ideas and information online. There are a lot of personal websites like Maria V. Marcotte’s online. There are blogs of all types and many of them are individuals websites that they create just for fun. This is another reason Maria V. Marcotte has launched this website, for fun!

With over 160,000 new blogs being created each day online Maria V. Marcotte thought that a personal webspace just for her would be a great idea. Maria V. Marcotte and thousands of others use wordpress as the platform to manage their online weblogs. Maria V. Marcotte thinks wordpress is simple to use and recommends it highly.
Maria V. Marcotte has years of experience in many niches and has a lot of idea to share. Maria V. Marcotte will add information to her site regularly and share pictures, videos, and more!

If you like reading and learning about subjects other are an authority in Maria V. Marcotte’s site may offer you some good insight on many topics that Maria V. Marcotte is well informed in. Take a few minutes a day and browse the new site. Leave comments on articles or contact Maria V. Marcotte with ideas that you would like to see her blog about.

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