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Nothing stands still. The moment we grasp an idea, it expands beyond us. The instant we define a boundary, a wider one emerges. Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay Circles is not about shapes on a page but about the shifting nature of thought, existence, and perception. Each insight is a stepping stone, each conclusion just another starting point. There is no final answer—only an ever-widening ring of understanding. Emerson writes with the quiet confidence of someone who has seen the world rearrange itself countless times. He does not dictate; he invites. He does not confine; he liberates.

Emerson describes the fluidity of thinking and life; how we need to be open to new ideas and not be wed to old ones; how to open ourselves up to these ideas by expanding our circles of knowledge and ideas.

Circles is an essay by Ralph Waldo Emerson, first published in 1841. The essay reflects on the vast array of circles one may find throughout nature and what is suggested by these circles in philosophical terms. In the opening line of the essay, Emerson states, "The eye is the first circle; the horizon which it forms is the second; and throughout nature this primary figure is repeated without end."

Circles | Edges is a reflective podcast exploring the patterns that shape our lives and the moments when those patterns invite us to pause, choose, and change. Hosted by Aaron Tabacco, the show explores two fundamental dimensions of human experience. The circles are the rhythms we move within each day — habits, relationships, seasons, rituals, and familiar ways of being. The edges are the thresholds: moments of transition, boundary, and decision where something new becomes possible. Recorded in an old-school, late night talk radio style, Circles|Edges blends solitary reflection with live ...

Buddhism teaches that the present moment contains the seeds of all things, including liberation from samsara (the world of suffering). In this live audio retreat with Thich Nhat Hanh, you experience firsthand the traditional Buddhist practices designed to touch the energy of mindfulness that you...

Transcendentalism remains the most important literary and philosophical movement to have originated in the United States. Most accounts of it trace its emergence to a group of intellectuals dissatisfied with their religious, literary, and social culture. Yet there is a forgotten history of transcendentalism that features women who were central to the development of the movement. Bright Circle is intended to reorient our understanding of transcendentalism. It recounts the lives of Mary Moody Emerson, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody, Sophia Peabody Hawthorne, Lydia Jackson Emerson, and Margaret Fuller.

Today, human exceptionalism is the norm. Despite occasional nods to animal welfare, we prioritize humanity, often neglecting the welfare of a vast number of beings. As a result, we use hundreds of billions of vertebrates and trillions of invertebrates every year for a variety of purposes. We also plan to use animals, AI systems, and other nonhumans at even higher levels in the future. Yet as the dominant species, humanity has a responsibility to ask: Which nonhumans matter, how much do they matter, and what do we owe them in a world reshaped by human activity and technology?

Channeling light beings of the highest Light and Love!We are a group of seekers, channeling messages from the Confederation of Planets in Service to the One Infinite Creator! (COPISTOIC for short)These higher density civilizations are happy to answer our questions about Consciousness, Spirituality, Metaphysics, Healing, and more!

This season your host is EGC Co-Founder & Executive Director AJ McCreary who will be interviewing another community organizer each episode. You can expect a great chat, a book recommendation and a sharing assignment. Produced By The Numberz FM

Hosted by shaman and author, Alyson Charles, Ceremony Circle Podcast (CCP) takes you on an experiential, mystical voyage that returns you to your full power, further activates your own spiritual awakening, and teaches you how to experience life as a massive miracle (aka, ceremony), all while remembering to have fun. CCP brings you diverse spiritual rituals, real-life mystical stories, million-dollar mindsets and life-changing immersive practices from the biggest, most respected and transformational spiritual leaders from all over the world. CCP also uniquely immerses you in a different, potent...

On Delphine’s Circle, I am talking with some of the most influential people in their respective industries to uncover the mind, body, and spirit of success. Discussing and exploring the mindsets, practices, and daily rituals of truly extraordinary individuals to shine a light on unlocking your potential. Tuning in to Delphine’s Circle you will hear from a wide spectrum of leaders - in sports, spirituality, music, fashion, business, entertainment, beauty, and more…and they all just happen to be my friends. Im Delphine, welcome to my Circle.

Three Friends just decided to start a podcast. The most entertaining podcast mainly based on Music, lifestyle, and the culture of todays society. We sometimes get deep and talk about guy stuff and past experiences. Stay tune for special guests in the future.

Welcome to the Full Circle Podcast with your hosts: Julie Gater (Atlantean Egyptian Crystal Energy Healer, Songwriter at Heavenly Voices and Alchemy Music Teacher and Musician), Glenn Boddice (Spiritual Medium, Musician and Producer) and Phillip Wright (Reiki Master/Teacher and Spiritual Development Guide) Our podcast will bring you open minded discussions of various topics, exploring our own journeys‘ of spirtual development. There are plenty of topics to start with including meditation, creation theories, individual spirituality, collective consciousness & duality, mediumship and psychic ...

Embark on a journey into the quantum realms with Aethel and Keith of Serenity Healing Circle as we explore transformational healing through channeling. This podcast brings you a mix of personal revelations, Akashic Record wisdom and channeled energy transmissions, offering you quantum-level shifts in your consciousness and life experience. Tune in for profound healing and divine guidance to support your spiritual and emotional evolution.Get the Quantum Transformational Audio by Thoth to begin your Quantum Transformation for a higher level of Divine Self-Expression and Ascension: https://...

Hayden Kessinger & Evelyn Wallace reveal the joy, fun and freedom of life "on the other side" of living more and more sustainably. Segments include: Heroes of History, Invitation Exchange, and (wholesome) Truth or Dare.

This isn’t a podcast. This is a harmonic Observatory – a living field of sacred dialogue. Listeners and guests alike are invited to disarm their defenses, to speak not from the surface but from the center. Each transmission in the Leadership Circle is True Leadership in real time — two humans dropping the performance, meeting in truth, and discovering something neither could have reached alone. That’s Harmonic Resonance in Co-Creation. And you can feel the difference. Those moments of true connection don’t just change the conversation—they change everyone involved.If you're a ...

Jubilee! Circle is an interfaith, metaphysically-based spiritual community in Columbia, SC, led by Rev. Candace Chellew. Tune in for some weekly wisdom grounded in teachings from A Course in Miracles, ancient mystics such as Rumi, Hafiz and others, along with wisdom from Buddhism, Hebrew and Christian scriptures and modern mystics such as Eckhart Tolle, Michael Singer and more! Wise up weekly!

The Enneagram is a map of the human personality. It’s a tool for navigating relationships. It creates language for what motivates us and helps us look at the way we look at everything else. Most importantly the enneagram is a mirror; because sometimes you need help seeing yourself.

Hallo meine Lieben willkommen im Podcast Breaking the Circle. Hier geht es darum alltägliche Themen anzusprechen, das was uns auf der Seelen Ebene beschäftigt und berührt auszusprechen und aus den Fesseln des normalen Menschens Daseins auszubrechen. Unsere Gedanken seien Sie noch so Absurd und Merkwürdig miteinander zu teilen. Just being real, flowing my Institution... Alles in der großen weiten Galaxie ist miteinander verbunden und gehört zur Gottes wunderbaren Schöpfung. Wie ein Mosaikbild. Fügst du alle Teile zusammen entsteht ein kraftvolles leuchtendes göttliches Werk. Enjoy ❤

Each week pastor Malcolm Beall, along with the other pastors of the Federated Church, will step into the ring (the squared circle) to wrestle with challenging topics in God's Word and in our culture.