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Start Your “Journey to Self”

09.14.2022 by Fred Berman //

I have been invited to the Lighthouse ArtSpace Los Angeles by Deepak Chopra to take part in an immersive visual experience to begin my journey to self-realization.  For only about $60.00 I can have my senses assaulted with images and sounds that will transcend and sensory deprivation tank or massage parlor.  The experience will include:

  • An experiential “eyes open” meditation.
  • Guidance to the source of who you are.
  • Vision beyond your conditioned mind.
  • Concept and narration by Deepak Chopra.
  • The piece of resistance…A commemorative, limited edition Non-Fungible Token!

In the 60’s, when I was a teenager, a similar experience was available for $2.00 by licking a piece of paper with a drop of LSD on it.  Damn inflation!

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Warning: Do Not Waste Your Money on Omaha Steaks!

09.13.2022 by Fred Berman //

I received an offer I couldn’t refuse from Omaha Steaks.  I usually only buy the cheapest cuts of meat on sale at the market but for once in my life I wanted to see if aged prime beef really was better.  I paid a small fortune for a 6 ounce filet mignon aged 30 days.  I cooked it only 4 minutes on each side and it came out dry, tasteless and impossible to eat.

The pond scum at Omaha refused to give me a refund.  I don’t understand it.  Could there have been something wrong with my microwave?  I never had a problem before.  Bacon comes out fine.

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“Who Looks Outside, Dreams; Who Looks Inside, Awakes”…Carl Jung

09.12.2022 by Fred Berman //

“Who does either while driving, sleeps…with the fishes.”… Bruno Tattaglia

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A Moment of Silence for All the Victims of the World, Past & Present

09.11.2022 by Fred Berman //

Amen.  

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“Autumn is a Second Spring When Every Leaf is a Flower”… Albert Camus

09.10.2022 by Fred Berman //

A beautiful quote from Albert Camus, an Absurdist philosopher, author, dramatist and journalist. He was awarded the 1957 Nobel Prize in Literature at the age of 44, the second-youngest recipient in history “for his important literary production, which with clear-sighted earnestness illuminates the problems of the human conscience in our times.”

After reading and pondering his many deep insights I can’t help but wonder why his last name is pronounced kam-moo and not kam-us?
Perhaps he is screwing with us?

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Mysteries of the Universe Examined Here!

09.09.2022 by Fred Berman //

I have decided to use my forum to seek out mysteries and answer questions that to date have never been answered.  Some may be unanswerable by mortal man, but at least I will put them out there so that The Universe will know man has awoken and is questioning his existence.  Many questions go back to the dawn of time, but I will start small and examine one conundrum that recently presented itself when I took over the grocery shopping during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Why do boneless, skinless sardines packed in water never go on sale?
I will know the truth!

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The World Will Miss Queen Elizabeth

09.08.2022 by Fred Berman //

And not because we need the flaunted wealth and privilege of a ceremonial ruling class; we don’t.
But we do need more grace and restraint and those traits in the royal family have passed with her.

And now the “Tell All” books begin.  (Let’s not buy them)

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“If You Are Good at Something. Never do it for Free.” – The Joker in “The Dark Knight”

09.07.2022 by Fred Berman //

My good friend and confidant The Joker gave me this bit of wisdom many years ago and then sent me a bill for $200.  
I guess this is the good advice I just didn’t take.  I share with you this daily treasure trove of life-enhancing information for free.

But if a scary man with a clown’s face shows up at your door and asks for $200, I would pay him.  He is not as jovial as one might hope given his name and makeup.

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“You Can’t Live a Perfect Day Without Doing Something for Someone Who Can Never Repay You.”

09.06.2022 by Fred Berman //

This beautiful thought is from John Wooden, the legendary basketball coach of the UCLA Bruins. Nicknamed the “Wizard of Westwood”, he won ten National Collegiate Athletic Association national championships in a 12-year period including a record seven in a row.  Books have been filled with his wit and wisdom but the above quote speaks loudest to me so I make you all this solemn vow:
Whatever you give me or do for me I promise I will not ruin your perfect day by repaying you in cash or kindness.

You’re Welcome

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“Walking Is the Best Exercise” ECRL 23-11

09.05.2022 by Fred Berman //

I enjoy reading the “Thought for the Day” from the Edgar Cayce Association for Research and Enlightenment, former employer of some dear friends and Edgar himself, in his lifetime, a clairvoyant and Guru to the Woo Woo!”  The short messages tend to be stiffly worded and fall into one of two categories: No Duh! or Whaaat?

But the message today, with only 5 words, is right on.  Walking is the best, we need to do more, and it don’t cost nuthin’!  So, in the spirit of giving, today I share his message with you…What’s that?  Is that you Edgar?  Oh you are so welcome.  Always happy to help.  Take care and don’t be a stranger!

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