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How Smartphones Have Become Our New Blindfolds
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

Picture the famous three wise monkeys, but instead of covering their eyes, ears, and mouth, one is staring into a glowing screen. We've traded the ancient wisdom of "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" for something far more troubling: we've chosen to see, hear, and speak only what our devices show us.
A Sentry at 81 Why I Cannot Quit the Fight
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

At 81, I have watched the country I put on a uniform for at 17 drift toward the very thing I was trained to fight. I have sounded this alarm for 26 years. I have felt dismissed, abandoned, and exhausted. And still my soul will not let me quit. This is not nostalgia. This is reconnaissance. And what I am seeing on the ground right now is the most serious threat to American democracy in my lifetime.
I Know What You're Thinking!
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

We often believe we know what others are thinking — and react to our assumptions as if they were facts. But most conflicts begin in our imagination. What if the real issue isn’t what they think… but what we assume?
InnerSelf Magazine: March 2, 2026
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Real change rarely begins with dramatic action. It begins with awareness — with noticing your thoughts, habits, and choices. This week’s issue explores how small inner shifts can lead to meaningful personal growth, greater clarity, and new possibilities in your life.
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: March 2 - 8, 2026
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- Written by: Pam Younghans

The March 2026 Lunar Eclipse in Virgo coincides with Mercury Retrograde in Pisces, marking a powerful turning point. Emotional release, clarity through introspection, and a shift from control toward trust define this week. As eclipse energies intensify, we are invited to step beyond anxiety and perfectionism and move toward compassion, adaptability, and spiritual insight. This is a culmination moment with lasting impact.
Astrological Overview and Horoscope Video: February 23 - March 1, 2026
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A powerful eclipse astrology cycle creates a convergence zone of transformation, tension, and awakening. This weekly horoscope explores the energetic impact of the eclipse passageway, Saturn-Neptune unraveling, and Mars square Uranus disruptions. Expect sudden shifts, emotional turning points, and heightened intuition. Understanding the cosmic patterns behind this week’s astrology can help you navigate change with awareness, turning unpredictable events into opportunities for growth, insight, and renewed direction.
Courage, and Why We All Need It Now
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

We often think courage belongs to heroes, yet the courage we need most is the quiet strength to live authentically each day. This article explores how reclaiming your inner voice, trusting your guidance, and standing in your truth transforms not only your life but also the world around you.
What We Need Carl Rogers to Teach Us Today
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Carl Rogers understood that inner authority—trust in your own experience—gets systematically replaced by external validation systems. Modern institutions don't need overt control when people have learned to doubt themselves, seek constant approval, and outsource judgment to credentials and consensus. Rogers explained how conditional acceptance trains compliance, why authenticity threatens power structures, and what happens when entire populations stop trusting their own perceptions. The most complete control is the kind people enforce on themselves while believing they're free.
The Playlist in Your Head: Are Your Thoughts Guiding You or Controlling You?
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- Written by: Marie T. Russell, InnerSelf.com

What’s playing in your mind right now? Just like a music playlist, our thoughts repeat patterns that shape our attitude, reactions, and choices. When we become aware of our inner “playlist,” we gain the power to change the station and guide our life in a more loving and balanced direction.
InnerSelf Magazine: February 23, 2026
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This week’s InnerSelf issue focuses on reclaiming your inner authority through courage, self-reflection, daily happiness practices, and spiritual insight. In a time of rapid change, we explore how trusting your own experience can transform both your personal life and the collective world around you.
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: February 23 - March 1, 2026
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- Written by: Pam Younghans

A powerful eclipse astrology cycle creates a convergence zone of transformation, tension, and awakening. This weekly horoscope explores the energetic impact of the eclipse passageway, Saturn-Neptune unraveling, and Mars square Uranus disruptions. Expect sudden shifts, emotional turning points, and heightened intuition. Understanding the cosmic patterns behind this week’s astrology can help you navigate change with awareness, turning unpredictable events into opportunities for growth, insight, and renewed direction.
The Dream That Refuses To Die
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

A city once named among the happiest in the world faces pressure, confrontation, and resilience. Sung by Gloria Travers and The North Street Band, this cinematic protest song tells a story of home and unity.
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