Symphony of Science - Our Biggest Challenge

In keeping with yesterday's theme, here is an awesome video produced by melodysheep for the Symphony of Science collection on climate change and personal responsibility. I truly believe that we should all strive to be good stewards with our time and money. Conscious spending should trump conspicuous consumption, always. In a society of waste and replace, who will save the planet from ourselves? Live simply, and you shall know how to simply live. Your life will be that much more fulfilling; I guarantee it. Aloha~

30 Abandoned Places That Look Truly Beautiful

More specifically, an eerie tone of beauty which lies in the mystery of human desolation. Because we are mortal beings, we are an amnesic species from generation to generation; and our past is nearly as mysterious as our future. What we can remember, marks the capacity of human knowledge. What we have yet to learn, marks the capacity of human potential.

Incredible. Isn't it?


Craco, Italy.

15 Surreal Satellite Images of Earth

The impact and devastation that human beings are capable of incising upon the Earth is astounding. Here are some incredible satellite images of specific events caused by human activity that have left lasting scars on the planet. In terms of a macroscopic analogy, it appears that the Earth is suffering from a virus or cancer of the human variety.

Below is a before-and-after comparison of the exponential growth of Las Vegas -- an artificial human playground in the middle of a non-sustainable desert.

20 Amazing Cloud Formations

How incredible are the natural phenomena of the Earth!
We find absolute beauty in its purest form
when we realize the fact that the Earth never tries to be,
but simply is.

We find utmost tragedy in its purest form
when we realize that humankind prevents
itself as a whole
from reuniting with this true and steadfast peace.

We too should strive to learn,
to live in a way that emulates the beautiful balance
of simply being.
Perhaps, at the root of things, this is enlightenment.

Oneness.

Here are 20 amazing cloud formations captured on camera.

The Legend of Surfing: Kelly Slater | Living an Organic Life

This is one of the current issues my immediate home is facing at the moment. I am grateful for those who are convicted to speak up about certain topics that seem to be implemented in our society without any general consensus by public accord.  The only social malfeasance more contemptible than ignorance, is apathetic silence.

Michio Kaku: The Universe in a Nutshell

It's Monday, time for some mental exercises in theoretical physics! If you have 42 minutes and just the smallest ounce of curiosity, you will definitely enjoy this entertaining lecture by the popular Japanese-American physicist, Michio Kaku, as he delivers a more practical approach to appreciating a world full of cultures full of physics. It is the cornerstone of all the fields of science after all. Stay curious my friends, and be enlightened!

DREAM RIDE 2: HAWAII.. Stewart / Cachia / Bell, HELI SHOOT

Here's a boost of adrenaline and dubstep to get you through to Friday! The camerawork and production are incredible, not to mention the skill of the riders. It's not exactly where I live, but pretty close. Don't forget to play in HD for best quality! And Turn Up the volume!

Have a blessed Thursday kākou~

More Amazing Photography Shots Of Our Beautiful World

Here are some more incredible places around the world that would fit nicely into anyone's bucket list. If the opportunity never arises for you to travel, try and find a way my friends! Life is meant to be lived! And the world is your playground. Happy adventuring, and Safe travels~

Mishka - 3rd Eye Vision

Continuing along in today's theme of the human mind: What does it mean to be "third eye blind?" Although many associate the concept of the third eye with mysticism and Eastern philosophy and religion, there have also been many well-known Western discussions on the concept of the human soul and consciousness. René Descartes actually called the pineal gland the "principle seat of the soul."

By the way, Mishka is probably the reggae artist today who reminds me the most of Bob Marley's musical style and content. Enjoy!



LYRICS: 

[Verse 1]
I heard you saying it won't make a difference
It's only you and it's just this once yeah
It's only this time
Don't you think that it all adds up
There's a reaction for each action many drips fill the cup
Where do you draw the line
Know thyself and to thine own self be true
Any other way is gonna make you feel blue yeah
Ya gotta reason to be here
Hey maybe if we focus and we get it together
We could raise the human consciousness and make things better yeah
I know you think I'm a dreamer 

[Chorus]
But I know that you're also seeking peace of mind
Wonderin' why you feel so tired why your third eye's blind
I know that you're also trying to find your place
Somewhere out in time and somewhere out in space 

[Verse 2]
Get so exhausted from all the exhaust
From living in fear yeah from living in a box hey
How come we always have to drive
I keep wishing corporations, and the politicians
Would make tighter restrictions on our fossil fuel emissions and meanwhile
Why don't we walk
If we all did a little then a lot would be done
We could clean up the mess and try to have some fun yeah
I'm off to plant a tree now
Cause if everybody takes and nobody gives
There'll soon be no air to breathe and no where to live
But you can't stop mother nature

[Chorus]

[Verse 3]
Did you remember to give thanks for the food
The earth, the air, the water, and everything good
The fire's still burnin'
Talk to yourself cause no one knows you better
Even take the time to write yourself a letter
To know the wheels are still turnin'
There's no better time than now to stand up straight
Take a deep breath Lord it's never too late to
Exhale your confusion
They say its all been done and there's no sense trying
But they don't really know you and they're probably lying
You got to see for yourself yeah

[Chorus]

I know that you're also seeking
I know that you're also out there
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah
Oh yeah, oh yeah, oh yeah

Yosemite Nature Notes - One Day in Yosemite

Visit a National Park or a State Park near you today! These beautiful landscapes are maintained and preserved for the public to enjoy, and I urge you to take advantage of them. Nothing compares to that feeling, that connection to the natural 'forces' that we are sometimes aware of deep down within our soul. It is a feeling that we can train, nurture, and recall at will if we just invest the time and energy to become more attuned to it. Try it! Your mind, body, and soul will love you and thank you for it later - I promise. :)

Red Bull Signature Series - Supernatural 2012 FULL TV EPISODE 6 [HD]

Here's a real treat. An entire episode of brilliant camera-work and seamless editing combining the aesthetics of snowboarding, human engineering, and nature. It's a snowboarder's winter wonderland! Our planet is truly breathtaking, enjoy it my friends!

Watch in HD for best viewing experience

The 7 Wonders of the World

Now, go out and explore the world!

Wandering Souls

The Mountain

Up on the Earth
beneath the stars
Our souls collide
in endless war

Across the universe
through space
Peace shall abound
time will remain


The Mountain from TSO Photography [HD Version] for optimal viewing experience.

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The Beautiful Earth

Isn't the Earth amazing!  There are many planets in our corner of the universe, but this one is ours.  She is our planet, our lifesource, our home.  We belong to her, we are a part of her.  Our physical and spiritual mother, she provides everything we could ever possibly need.  Our souls breathe the lifeforce that embody her living spirit.  We are alive because she is alive.

25 PLACES THAT LOOK NOT NORMAL, BUT ARE ACTUALLY REAL

ʻO ka ʻāina ke kumu. 

"A Revolution Of Consciousness"

The World Today: Futility in Existence?

How did we arrive at this point?

How did the once precious circle of life mutate into this wicked Pandora's Box?

It seems that our solutions to our problems in this world today seem to beget more problems than the ones they solve. A curious question indeed! How is it that every time we set out to make our lives easier, we unintentionally create more complexities, complications and repercussions than we could have ever imagined in the first place?

To solve this riddle we must return to the most fundamental question:

Why do we exist?

Might I assert that the day you are able to answer this question for yourself will be the day you discover your life's purpose. My friends, do not prioritize trivial things in this world for life is too short and precious to be wasted clamoring for the materialistic culture that invades our midst. As long as we keep on buying, they will continue to keep on selling their lies.

The most important things in life are not things.