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Beyond writing books and giving presentations, Azim loves to stay committed to his work as a writer. Every month he publishes a newsletter in which he follows his “Musings” and answers a Question of the Month.  The topics range from his expertise in peacebuilding and forgiveness to seasonal topics such as New Year’s mission statements to the rebirth of spring, leadership near elections, gratitude in the fall and more. Here you can find the archive of his newsletters for your reading enjoyment.

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Question of the Month: THOUGHTS ABOUT ORLANDO SHOOTING?

By Azim Khamisa / June 1, 2016 /

QUESTION:    What Are Your Thoughts About the Orlando Tragedy? ANSWER: In light of the recent tragedy in Orlando, my heart has been and continues to remain heavy as I am sure many feel the same sensation. This is further confirmation of the spiraling costs of violence and the untold unbearable grief of family members…

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Musings: Prepare for Peace – A New Type of Memorial Day Next Year

By Azim Khamisa / June 1, 2016 /

“It is only when you see a mosquito landing on your testicles that you realize that there is always a way to solve problems without using violence.” ~ Chinese philosopher Lao-Tzu Most of my newsletters are focused on societal issues, spiritual values and ethical leadership. However, as we prepare to elect our next President, and…

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San Diego Downtown Lions Club – Defining a Civil Society

By Azim Khamisa / May 17, 2016 / Comments Off on San Diego Downtown Lions Club – Defining a Civil Society

On May 17, I attended the Lions club event with approximately 40 people. I made the point that “children killing children’ is not a MARK of a civil society. We are the most violent first-world nation and a very poor role model when it comes to violence for the rest of the world. What happens…

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Question of the Month: WHEN TO GET INVOLVED WHEN SOMEONE HURTS A LOVED ONE OF YOURS?

By Azim Khamisa / May 1, 2016 /

QUESTION:    When someone hurts one of your loved ones, how do you know when to get involved and when to stay out of it? ANSWER: The critical piece here is not so much “when” to stay out of something but “what” to stay out of. When a loved one gets hurt, it is important…

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Musings: The Vital Need for Advocacy

By Azim Khamisa / May 1, 2016 /

We all need to advocate for the higher principles that will aid our nation and our world. But this “advocacy” – what are we actually addressing? From an Internet search one definition of “advocacy” produced: “the exclusive and mutual representation of clients or a cause in a forum attempting to systematically influence decision making in…

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Question of the Month: PEACE WITHOUT A PEACEFUL LEADER?

By Azim Khamisa / April 1, 2016 /

QUESTION:      Do you think we could ever find peace in the world with presidential candidates who are not focused on creating peace? ANSWER:   No unfortunately, I don’t believe we can. I am not thrilled by the presidential candidates and very concerned about the negative rhetoric that is shown by all the potential candidates.…

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Musings: How Forgiveness Reduces Stress and Increases Longevity … And Why People Don’t Do It

By Azim Khamisa / April 1, 2016 /

A good friend and a graduate of my Forgiveness Workshop made the statement to me several years ago that “the two best anti-aging elixirs are forgiveness and meditation.” Yet many of us have a hard time with forgiveness. I can say without exception that the choice I made 21 years ago to forgive my son’s…

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Question of the Month: A RECENT CONVERSATION WITH TARIQ?

By Azim Khamisa / March 1, 2016 /

QUESTION:    What was the most recent “conversation” you had with Tariq, and what was said? ANSWER:   The conversation with Tariq was earlier today as today (March 6) is his 42nd birthday. So there was a happy birthday hug to my favorite Tariq photo that sits on his altar at my house followed by a…

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Musings: The Second Step How to Truly “Release” Resentment When You Don’t Feel Like It

By Azim Khamisa / March 1, 2016 /

Audio Lessons Found On Amazon  HERE Within the three steps I teach in my Forgiveness Workshops (Available HERE), the second step is often the hardest one for many of the participants. After the first step of “acknowledging you have been wronged,” I guide participants into the second step: “Give Up All Resulting Resentment.” This may…

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Question of the Month: Lessons in Love in Month of Love

By Azim Khamisa / February 1, 2016 /

QUESTION: Since it’s Valentine’s Day, do you have an update on your journey of discovering some lessons in love?    ANSWER: POPE FRANCIS QUOTE: “There is no perfect family. We have no perfect parents, we are not perfect, do not get married to a perfect person, neither do we have perfect children. We have complaints…

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