The Hour Glass is a collection of fables spun in the inventive mind of Carl Japikse. But these are fables with a difference, for each is like a grain of sand which, as it is read, magically transforms itself into a growing seed of insight into fundamental themes of human living. This delightful set of stories embraces a wide range of fabulous characters -- from an artistic donkey and an intellectual coyote to a politicking baboon and a messianic minnow. There are even a few fables about men and women -- 60 fables in all.
A complete guide to life in the gated communities of Big Canoe and Bent Tree in the North Georgia mountains?as well as the history, culture, and natural attractions of the surrounding area. Illustrated with color and black and white photographs by the author, Carl Japikse.
Pigging Out is a state of mind -- the ultimate dining experience. In France, pigs are used to sniff out and find truffles, one of the true delicacies of haute cuisine. In Pigging Out in Columbus, author Carl Japikse is not looking for truffles, but for the ultimate food ecstasies in Central Ohio. And there are plenty of them to be found -- 111 in all.
The Light of Learning is a compilation of 14 "lessons" from the Enlightenment series by Robert R. Leichtman, M.D. and Carl Japikse. These lessons examine the process of learning from the perspective of spirit, and set forth practical steps that accelerate your own learning. They can help you become a "master learner" in your own right.
A complete guide to life in the gated communities of Big Canoe and Bent Tree in the North Georgia mountains--as well as the history, culture, and natural attractions of the surrounding area. Illustrated with color and black and white photographs by the author, Carl Japikse." --provided by Goodreads.
In the few years since The Tao of Meow was first published, Waldo Japussy has become a cult figure, receiving fan mail not only from other cats but from human beings as well! His book has gone through 18 printings and is still gaining momentum! The Tao of Meow is an original philosophic statement by Waldo, who was the eldest cat in the household of Rose and Carl Japikse. Carl was about to throw away papers that had been "ruined" by Waldo walking on them, when he realized that the paw prints formed a coherent pattern. Carl sat down to try to make sense of Waldo's "writings." Months later, he had deciphered the text of a poem that rivaled in beauty and content Lao Tzu's ancient verses, the Tao Te Ching -- from a cat's purrspective.
We all interact with psychic dimensions of life every day. But being unfamiliar with the psychic realms, we ignore their impact on us--and miss the opportunity to use psychic resources to enrich our insights and enjoyment of life. This book clarifies what psychic impressions are, where they come from, the laws that govern them, and how we can use them wisely and creatively.
Having been subjected to audits by the I.R.S. for seven of the last ten tax years -- he passed them all -- author Carl Japikse turns the tables and audits the American tax system. The result is a shocking expose that is must reading for every American taxpayer. Writing with his customary wit and verve, Japikse shows how the tax system intimidates the taxpayer in every interaction with the I.R.S. As a result, the I.R.S. has become a Gestapo-like monster that regularly abuses the basic freedoms of citizens it chooses to harass. Japikse also documents how the I.R.S. annually steals billions of dollars from the American taxpayer.
Now in its sixth printing, Active Meditation is rapidly becoming acclaimed as the most thorough and insightful explanation of meditation in print. Yet it is not just the most complete book ever written on meditation. More importantly, it is a masterful statement of the emerging Western tradition of personal and spiritual growth. Authors Robert R. Leichtman, M.D. and Carl Japikse emphasize the practical nature of meditation. To them, the subjects of meditation and personal growth are inseparable. They decry the passiveness which has crept into so many systems of meditation, presenting instead a strong case that meditation is most effective when it is active. Indeed, the active practice of meditation is the Western tradition. In the book, the authors describe: -- What meditation is -- and is not. -- How meditation accelerates personal and spiritual growth. -- The nature of the higher self -- and its relationship with the personality. -- How to contact the higher self. -- The work of integration. -- The skills of meditation and how to use them. -- Seven techniques of Active Meditation. -- Group meditations. -- Aids to meditation. -- Problems associated with meditation. Throughout, the constant goal of the authors is to strip away the vagueness and obscurity often associated with meditation. In many ways, Active Meditation is the most encyclopedic book ever written about meditation.
The final volume in the From Heaven to Earth series contains individual interviews with the spirits of Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and Abraham Lincoln, plus the concluding interview, which features second visits from Jefferson and Franklin, as well as appearances from Alexander Hamilton, Harry Truman, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, and George Washington. These great leaders of early America candidly and insightfully discuss the challenges and crises we are facing in modern America, and what will be required to continue to preserve the unique quality of our society as we enter the 21 st century.
Leichtman and Japikse continue The Art of Living series with six essays examining our emotions from the perspective of the higher self that is our true being. The six essays included in Volume II are: Living ResponsiblyThe Nature and Purpose of the EmotionsCultivating Tolerance and ForgivenessSeeking Intelligent GuidanceThe Bridge of FaithDiscerning RealityThe foreword by Olga Worrall puts the essays in the context of practical Christianity.
A completely new, contemporary interpretation of the yoga sutras of Patanjali, giving the reader a step-by-step guide to spiritual growth and enlightenment.
The human drama is not something to trudge through, as though it were an endurance contest. It is meant to be filled with joy. But in order for this to happen, we must first learn to celebrate life. That is the purpose of this book -- to inspire us to rejoice in and celebrate life. The book, which was originally published as the essay "Joy" in The Art of Living series, describes joy as a quality that transcends mere happiness; it is one of the ingredients of a healthy life. Many people suffer from a puritanical hangover of grimness and pessimism; the purpose of this essay is to drive away the gloom of life and restore a proper state of "delightenment.
There are times when life may seem uninspired; something vital is missing. There is, however, a part of our being which designs our life, giving it purpose and meaning. The six essays gathered in The Art of Living: Volume I reveal this inner dimension of life. They are: Enriching the Personality The Practice of Detachment Finding Meaning in Life Building Right Human Relationships The Spirit of Generosity Joy
nothing with this great cookbook. All the recipes included cost less than $1.98 to prepare. Japikse includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with special sections on soups, salads, vegetables, breads, and desserts.
It is part of our human destiny to confront evil and sin and defeat them. In this new book, the authors examine what evil and sin are -- and the power of spirit to overwhelm them.
There are more than 50 public golf courses within a short radius of Columbus, providing the average golfer with a wide choice of where to play his or her favorite game. More are on the way. This book helps the golfer decide where to play, and distills the character of each course.
As the title suggests, volume four of The Life of Spirit examines the most accessible of our spiritual resources -- and how we can tap them. The six essays are: Finding Heaven on Earth Linking Earth with Heaven Harnessing Esoteric Traditions The Inner Teachings of the Bible Working with Angels The Work of the Hierarchy
Spirit is an ever-burning flame of light within us -- a flame of light which can guide us and enrich our lives, if we but learn its nature and purpose and strive to live as a handmaiden of the flame. Yet like a flame, spirit can be elusive, hard to understand. While much has been written about spirit, most of it is just speculation. It is rare to find a book which not only portrays spirit accurately, but actually glows with its fiery nature and power.Such is the unique quality of The Life of Spirit: Volume I, a collection of the first six essays of The Life of Spirit series. Written by Robert R. Leichtman, M.D. and Carl Japikse, these essays have already been recognized as the clearest exposition in print of the true nature of spirit. These first six essays deal with the nature of divine life and what it means to be and become a spiritual person. The six essays are: The Spiritual PersonThe Spiritual PathDefeating Evil and SinThe Power of God: The Mother AspectThe Power of God: The Son AspectThe Power of God: The Father AspectThe authors base their comments on their direct intuitive observations of the realms of spirit. Each essay is written to help the reader establish a better connection with spirit and find meaningful ways to express the qualities of spirit in daily activities. The authors also thoroughly examine the traditions, objectives, methods, goals, and purposes of spirit.
Why the war against terror is a pivotal confrontation in human evolution and how each intelligent person can play an important role in winning this fight.
Love Virtue is a straight-forward examination of the virtues of human living and what it means, in daily life, to love these virtues. The author begins by explaining that virtue is the divine life essence that animates the human being, bringing in spiritual forces of love, wisdom, and power "from above." As such, it is an important link between the human personality and the divine soul. People who cultivate virtue in their self-expression are enriching their lives with divine essence. As we cultivate these virtues, we translate them into values, which in turn take control of our self-expression. In this quiet way, we learn the process of redeeming our own life.
Wild splashes of color in rolling meadows; cool tumbling water over slippery rocks; a spirit-renewing hike through hushed woods; all this and so much more, is the everyday reality of the enchantment of Big Canoe.
It is just as important to take good care of ourselves emotionally as it is physically, but most folks do not know how or what to do. So they let old issues of anger, grief, shame, guilt, and remorse build up in their emotions, until it is too late. In two brilliant essays, the authors explore what it means to establish emotional control and heal nagging wounds. The first essay is "The Nature and Purpose of the Emotions." The second is "Cultivating Tolerance and Forgiveness." They first appeared in The Art of Living series and are reprinted here. Healing Emotional Wounds not only shows us how to recognize the damage we have done to our emotions, but also how to heal them and restore balance within our consciousness.
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