Did you know that only 12 women in its more than 100 year history have been recognise with the Nobel Peace Prize? Six of those women - representing North and South America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa - established the Nobel Women’s Initiative in 2006.

The have come together in a united effort for peace with justice and equality. Their initiative is to help strengthen the work already being done in support of women’s rights around the world. The Vision of the Nobel Women’s Initiative is a world transformed, a nonviolent world of security, equality and well-being for all.

You can support the cause in many ways from donating money to writing letters to embassies. In support of International Women’s Day, I encourage you to Take Action today.

Goddess Give Away One 

All  goddess subscribes go into the draw to win this beautiful piece called ‘Crown Blossom‘ created by Juria valued at $35.00 USD.

Juria’s jewellery is inspired by everyday life. She explains that this design was inspired by water lilies she came across while spending a day at a Golf Resort in Guandong province, China.

Crown Blossom is designed with amethyst and natural moonstone beads on sterling silver wire.  To read more about it, please click here.

Juria sells her beautiful jewellery through Modern Goddess Gifts sells more of her beautiful pieces.  They are all handmade with love and attention to detail.  Each piece is a one-off.

The winner will be announced be contacted via email and announced in our next issue on the 4th May 2009.

Please read our Competition Terms and Conditions prior to entering.

Goddess Give Away Two

In conjunction with Anne’s article, More Than Just Good Looks we are giving away a Soul Journey with Nicole Graham to the value of $50.00 USD.

A Soul Journey is similar to a guided meditation that softly encourages conversation during the meditation. It allows you to delve deep beneath your everyday life into the realm of inner truth. In the quietness of the Soul Journey, your long sought after answers arise easily and effortlessly.

To read more about the Soul Journey, please visit Modern Goddess Gifts.

Each journey takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. The Soul Journey will be conducted over the Internet using Skype, at a mutually agreed time.

To be in the running to win the Soul Journey email us at competitions(at)moderngoddessmagazine.com send your answers to our quiz by the 1st May 2009.

All entries will go into the draw and the first entry pulled with the correct answers will be the winner. The winner will be announced be contacted via email and announced in our next issue on the 4th May 2009.

Please read our Competition Terms and Conditions prior to entering.

Our winner of the Crossword Membership is Diane Panaro.

CONGRATULATIONS!

Diane, we’ll be in contact shortly with the details of your membership.

It is the constant longing for achievement, the little voice inside that encourages you to fulfill your dreams.

It takes strength and intensity, backed with powerful, positive emotions and faith to accomplish your goals.

A passion so deep that it drives you to achieve your objectives no matter what obstacles you must overcome in order to succeed.

You will get what you want if you have a burning, intense passion to accomplish your goals and you take action to make your dreams a reality.

Everyone has the ability to get what they want. It is natural for the forces around you to give you what you want when you ask for it. Therefore, it is important to think positively about what you desire to achieve.

Anthony Robbins, World Renowned Expert on Motivational Thinking, said it best…

‘By repeating an affirmation over and over again, it becomes embedded in the subconscious mind, and eventually becomes your reality. That is why you need to be careful what you think and believe, because that is exactly what you will get!’

Positive thoughts bring positive results.

As you look for ways to accomplish your dream, look to accept what experiences come your way and be grateful for them. Accept them with thanks and gratitude, and focus on having more of what you desire.

Isn’t it interesting how happy people always seem to get what they want? I believe it is because they use what ‘God’ has given them, are truly thankful for it, and strive for more of it.

If you are unhappy about everything in your life then your experiences will be unhappy. Your negative attitude shouts, ‘Forget it! Who needs this?’

Not the attitude that will make your dream a reality.

Have you ever heard someone say, ‘Man, a black cloud follows me everywhere I go. If something bad is going to happen it’ll happen to me’? And sure enough, that person continually pulls along with them that little black cloud. Surrounding themselves with all the wrong forces and creating a life of misery.

I prefer this positive definition of desire, ‘The natural longing that is excited by the enjoyment or the thought of any good, and impels to action or effort its continuance or possession; an eager wish to obtain or enjoy.’

GO FOR YOUR DREAM with the intense hunger and passion to achieve success!

Many famous people have survived serious illness through their intense will to live and enjoy every moment of living. Adversity can be overcome through the power of a strong, intense desire.

Even those whose destiny is not life, they survive every moment with a burning passion to live.

What a positive way to overcome the obstacles by replacing negative thinking with positive thinking; enjoying and living your life to the fullest every day.

You can conquer anything you want when the desire to achieve it is filled with passion, a hunger so deep that nothing can stop you from accomplishing your dream. Take the time to write down your goals, visualize your success, and never wane from accomplishing your objective. The passion in your soul that never sleeps will open your mind to achieve what you believe in.

Failure is not an option… merely steps toward your achievement! You can, and will, achieve your dream successfully.

Want to learn more about the positive personal power techniques that will help YOU achieve your goals? Claim your free copy of The Habits of Achievement today and watch your passion to achieve your dreams power up to succeed.

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“Well, very well I think. It’s hard work down there. Work, trouble, toil, striving to create new situations, overcoming challenges, it’s quite exhausting!” replied Bob with frustration in his voice.

“Oh?” replied Gloria “seems to me that you got everything you asked for.”

“Everything I asked for! Have you gone completely mad? I hardly ever got what I wanted. As I said, a lot of toil and trouble, broken dreams, disappointments, just plain hard work.”

Gloria placed her hand lovingly on Bob’s knee and with a kind look gazed into his eyes and said “No Bob, really, you got everything you asked for. You see, the Universe is like God Inc and we have departments for everything. Order departments, dispatch, marketing, management, everything, and we’re all working for you. Let me show you.”

Gloria took Bob by the hand and took him into a very, very, very large building. Hundreds of people were milling around all over the place, carrying books, files, documents, people shouting across hallways and offices like a busy stock exchange, an absolute sight of busyness. “This is the order department Bob, look around” Gloria invited.

As Bob looked around, he could see fax machines pumping out orders left right and centre, piles of documents several feet high on many desks, documents being passed from one person to another. He was amazed by just how busy it was. Gloria then took him by the hand to another room and in that room sat one person, with one fax machine next to her desk. As he stood there, the beautiful assistant received a fax which she read diligently and with a smile on her face, took a rubber stamp that said “Implemented” on it, and crashed it down on the paper with a look of sheer delight on her face. Gloria took Bob out into the hallway and looked at him. “Did you notice the difference between the two order departments Bob?”

“Yes” replied Bob “Clearly that small office is for someone special, a senior soul or something and the other office deals with lots and lots of less important Souls.”

“No my dear Bob” replies Gloria “the small office is the order department for a woman on Earth who is clear about what she wants, hardly ever gives into doubt, doesn’t feel that she has to compete with others, and is clear about her intentions. The other office, on the other hand, is your order department.”

“Yeah, me and half of Earth’s population” Bob retorted. “No Bob” Gloria replied gently “it is YOUR order department. All of those people and faxes work for you”. “They do?” asked Bob.

“Yes Bob, each one of them works for you every moment of the day” says Gloria “let me explain.” Gloria goes on to explain to Bob that every request he sends out in thought is received as a fax by God Inc and implemented. She explains that Bob would send faxes saying something like “I want a new challenging career, which is well paid, where I am independent and self reliant” and the order is approved immediately by God Inc. Bob then goes for an interview and on his way out he sends another fax saying “I’m not sure I’m good enough for this job, they seem to be wanting to ask a lot of me”. Gloria then explains that this fax, like the first one, is approved and implemented, hence Bob does not get the job, and Bob in return is angry. Gloria takes Bob by the hand and takes him to the office archive where he can see every fax he has ever sent to God Inc. He is stunned, so many contradictory orders concerning health, money, career, relationships, everything! For each subject there are two piles “orders” and “cancelled orders”. Bob was amazed to see that the ‘orders’ and ‘cancelled orders’ piles were equal in many cases, and in most cases, ‘cancelled orders’ exceeded ‘orders’. “But the truth is Bob” Gloria says to him “there are only orders. It is God Inc’s responsibility to fulfill your every wish and whim, we are duty bound to obey your every command. So when you send us a fax saying “I’m not sure I can do this” we have to honor it and fulfill that order through your life’s circumstances.”

Bob looks at Gloria with wide eyes and says “So I really did get everything I wanted?” “Yes Bob” replied Gloria “every fax sent to us is honored fully and it’s a pity that you rarely read the faxes we sent you.”

“You sent me faxes? When? How often?” Bob replies in disbelief.

“Yes Bob” Gloria replies with a gentle smile on her face “almost every day, but most of the time we simply got the busy signal, so we simply couldn’t get through to you. At times we would get creative and send a fax to a close friend who would read it you, but you never really listened or took note. Over the millennia, we’ve become very creative, we send faxes via friends, psychics, even hidden faxes through TV, Radio and many, many books, but you missed so many of them. A few times, when the line wasn’t busy, we did get through and you would read the fax with great interest, forget it, and then send us another fax asking for the same information. We would then re-send it, you would read it again, ignore it, forget it, dismiss it, whatever, and then re-fax us for the same information over and over again.”

“Didn’t you get tired with me” asked Bob. “No Bob, never” replied Gloria “that is our job, we only noticed just how tired you were making yourself. So, dear Bob, I would like you to try again. Go back to Earth, upgrade your fax receiving equipment, pay attention to what you receive, and try to send us fewer, much clearer faxes in future. We are only here to help you Bob.”

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John L Payne is an internationally known metaphysical teacher, therapist, and author of “Omni Reveals the Four Principles of Creation” (Findhorn Press). www.fourprinciples.com

Contact: John Payne info@fourprinciples.com

Puzzlers of all ages can enjoy hours of mental stimulation and fun by working through Crosswords for Fun’s range of brain puzzles which include crosswords, codewords, word searches and sudoku puzzles.

Win a yearly membership to Crosswords for Fun online puzzle club to the value of $37.00 AUD.  The funtastic membership could be a gift for yourself or a loved one.

To be eligible please read the competition guidelines.  Good Luck!

This competition closes on the 28th February 2009.

Image in Article: Chip Griffin

CLOTHING THAT HELPS YOU FIND YOUR WINGS 

Zizzyfay clothing aims to revive the sense of feeling absolutely wonderful whilst reliving the fairytale that may have long been forgotten, reminding people that special occasions should be fun and that most occasions should be special..

The idea grew from the frustration at the quality of dressing up clothes and the seriousness of formal wear, this was coupled with the intention to make clothing that exude an undeniably positive energy.

The lush garments are formed of iridescent raw silks cottons and organza, finished with touches of pearlescent shell and quartz crystal . There is focus is on comfortable natural fibres, ethical concern and recognition for those involved in the creation of each garment.

What is special is that a unique dress can be created by combining different layers of favourite colours and cuts, even though the individual pieces are essentially ‘off the peg’. So the whole process of purchasing an outfit is a creative one and this can evolve as over time more pieces are added giving a range of different looks.

A combination can be composed of up of up to 5 separate pieces to be worn together for the full effect. Or then worn separately thus injecting any wardrobe with a twist of faery tale.

From alternative gowns to festival fantasy, unusual party dresses, clubbing gear and casual wear. Its not just for the girls either as there is men’s wear that aims to break boring clothing conventions.

Izzy Harwood started the venture in accordance with her design, passion and moral ideas and has been devoted to the project since it began September 07 in this time it is already evoking a lot of excitement as it seems this sense of soul is apparent.

A brand new line of Wedding wear has also just been designed for those desiring something a bit different, based on multi layered concept, yet even more luxurious, from more elaborate beading and embroidery to simple flowing flattering offerings, with the choice to finish with exquisite pair of bespoke wings.

This year will see Zizzyfay enticing ethereal beings to show themselves at the a range of festivals across the UK . Though the land of Zizzyfay is to be found on-line, it is also available in shops such as The Magic box in Glastonbury and Greenwich Village in Brighton.

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Contact Details:

• Name: Izzy Harwood
• Phone: UK - 07927181273 / 01273 486531
• Website: www.zizzyfay.com
• Email: izzy@zizzyfay.com

To continue with the Angel theme from this issue’s meditation, I thought it would be fun to offer one of our lovely readers an opportunity to win an Angel Reading.

Angel readings are infused with the energy of Divine light and love and this lovely 4-card spread are messages from your angels.  The details of this reading is explained on the Messages from Your Angels page at our online store, Modern Goddess Gifts.

To be in the running to win an Angel Reading email us at competitions(at)moderngoddessmagazine.com and tell us about an angel in your life - the angel can be in spirit or walking this earth. Entries will be judged on their story and their expression. Please read our Competition Terms and Conditions prior to entering.

* Sourced from en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel.

Did you know that…

• 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85.
• Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women.
• The incidence of breast cancer is increasing.

To help raise awareness for breast cancer, sites all over the net are going Pink for October.

What else can you do?

• If you’re in Hong Kong you can participate in a Breast Cancer Awareness Walkathon on the 26 October 2008.
• If you’re in Australia you could host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast or a Girl’s Night In.
• If you’re in the US you could help raise funds for the Pink Ribbon Challenge.  Their aim is to provide free mammograms for underserved women.
• If you’re in Canada you can participate in the CIBC Run for the Cure or other activities they offer.
• If you’re in the UK you can attempt one of the various Challenges they have on offer.

Early detection is so important and it saves lives… I encourage you to read the information available through the links and look at becoming ‘breast aware’.  Go have a breast examination or learn to self examine.  Encourage family and friends to become breast aware.

PS: If you’re in another country and would like your fundraisers mentioned, please feel free to email me the details and I will definitely update this article.

Wisdomology.com is more than just a website, it is connecting kindred spirits… promoting peace, love and understanding.

It’s a place for insightful people to come together and share their wisdom. A place to open to your inner wisdom by:-
1) learning more about yourself
2) connecting with other people
3) exploring the meaning of wisdom

The “Wisdomology Story” began with a life-changing conversation between husband and wife, and nowadays, James McMahon, Bruce Hauman and Lauren Rosenfeld come together each day and try to imagine ways that Wisdomology can enlighten, inspire, inform, and connect people whose backgrounds are as diverse as their own. It is their dearest hope that you find the kind of meaningful dialogue you seek here; and that your life, like theirs, will be touched and changed by crossing paths with kindred spirits on the road to joy, understanding, and peace. To read more about their story, visit their About page.

Here is a short video about Wisdomology.

If you would like to sign up, please visit www.wisdomology.com.