Deepak Chopra

Co-author, 'Brotherhood: Dharma, Destiny, and The American Dream'; Founder, The Chopra Foundation

As the uniting factor that sets us free, "consciousness" is a term that is repugnant to many scientists -- mostly from an older generation -- and mysterious to all. But that doesn't excuse blindness and neglect.

David Geller

CEO and co-founder, GV Financial Advisors; author, 'Wealth & Happiness: Using Your Wealth to Create a Better Life'

Time is our most precious and scarcest resource. For those dreams that require strength and stamina, remember that a dream delayed might become a dream denied. Instead of lamenting over what you can no longer do, focus on what you can do to add meaning and joy to your life.

Alex Pattakos

Co-founder, OPA! Center for Meaning, Santa Fe, N.M.

The notion of the "good life" can be viewed as the human quest for meaning, a formidable challenge that involves both making a living and making a life that really matters, that has significance.

Donna Henes

Urban shaman, eco-ceremonialist, ritual expert and consultant

When we set aside the quality time and claim the psychic space for ceremony, when we assume the authority to do so, we are able to transform our perceptions, our perspectives, our experiences, and in the process, our reality.

Iram Ganju

President, IKG Global Consultants, LLC

Heck, I was born and raised in Pakistan. To some, that's reason enough to be afraid, but I accept that in a post 9/11 America, my country conjures up all kinds of misconceptions and contradictions. To be fair though, what country is without them?

Dr. Terri Kennedy

President, Power Living Enterprises, Inc.

My mom has certainly been the source of constant inspiration. Anyone who has heard me speak has heard stories about her. Although she is highly educated and accomplished, her advice is usually quite simple yet powerful if applied.

Troy Roness

Eating disorder survivor and LGBT advocate, writer and speaker

To build healthy individuality, we must undertake the task of understanding ourselves and our feelings. This involves self-disclosure. For us to truly understand ourselves, and to stop being concerned about others' opinions of us, we ought to be able to disclose what our true beliefs are.

Guideposts

Monthly magazine

Casey wasn't the most popular dog in her owner Carol Baird's neighborhood. She had a heart of gold but a nose for trouble. So when a man rapped on Carol's door, said he lived three blocks away and then asked for her dog's name, Carol braced herself.

Barbara Ficarra

Journalist; Founder, Healthin30.com; Media broadcaster

Do we all have the power of empathy? Are we hardwired to know what other people want? Is it easy to think about other people's thoughts?

Jane Roper

Blogger, Author of "Double Time: How I Survived--and Mostly Thrived--Through the First Three Years Mothering Twins"

Perspective is important. We should all keep in mind that our problems could be worse, and that all suffering is relative. This can help us feel less overwhelmed by our own challenges, more grateful for our many blessings, and more compelled to empathize with and help others.

Judith Orloff MD

Author, 'Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself from Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life'

Empathic men often have a harder time than women because in Western culture sensitivity may be seen as a weakness or too "feminine." This is a huge misconception. The new evolved man is skillful in balancing both the masculine and feminine in himself, embodying his full power.

Mary Pritchard

Psychology professor, Boise State University

I know what you're thinking: "But I don't have time to live a mindful life." I think it's more appropriate to say that you don't have time not to. We only have this one chance, this one life to live. Don't you want to live it to your fullest? I know I do.

Linda Bloom LCSW and Charlie Bloom MSW

Bestselling Authors and Relationship Experts

Taking our attention off of our partner will enable us to embody a higher level of vulnerability and encourage them to them to feel less defensive and consequently more inclined to listen to our concerns and needs with a more conciliatory attitude.

Aditi Nerurkar, MD

Integrative Medicine Physician, Harvard Medical School

It really does sound like an infomercial, doesn't it? Emerging research suggests a relationship between the practice of meditation and genetic changes. Let's consider the evidence.