Lynn Thompson is the host and producer of "Living on Purpose", a thoughtful, nourishing blend of ideas, conversation and music offered in a spirit of health and well-being. Guests are invited to share their insights and inspirations through how they embrace life's challenges and opportunities. http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/ en Health Web and Life http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/sites/rabble/files/imagecache/thumbnail/category_pictures/living100x100.jpg http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/ News for the rest of us 100 100 Thu, 29 Dec 2016 22:36:46 -0500 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 13:19:07 -0500 Inspirational discussions on Health and well-being Lynn Thompson is the host and producer of "Living on Purpose", a thoughtful, nourishing blend of ideas, conversation and music offered in a spirit of health and well-being. Guests are invited to share their insights and inspirations through how they embrace life's challenges and opportunities. rabble.ca - Living On Purpose http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/12/courage-herd-on-living-on-purpose In December 2016, through an introduction by Victoria Fenner (executive producer of the Rabble Podcast Network), Lynn Thompson met The Courage Herd of horses with Tina Turner at her farm southwest of Ottawa. Tina's approach with horse-people connections is based on FEEL (Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning). Today's episode of Living on Purpose, to complete contributions for 2016, chronicles Lynn's experience at the farm that day. Lynn Thompson 127256 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 29 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose The Courage Herd on Living on Purpose In December 2016, through an introduction by Victoria Fenner (executive producer of the Rabble Podcast Network), Lynn Thompson met The Courage Herd of horses with Tina Turner at her farm southwest of Ottawa. Tina's approach with horse-people connections is based on FEEL (Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning). Today's episode of Living on Purpose, to complete contributions for 2016, chronicles Lynn's experience at the farm that day. 0:14:44 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/12/one-hundred-quotes-secret The Law of Attraction is active in our lives whether we are aware of it or not. Knowing how it functions can enhance our awareness of how to draw towards us that which we desire, and eliminate that which we do not desire. The Secret has been shown countless times in the Nanaimo B.C. community and beyond, and received national attention recently through a panel discussion with the producer and actors on Oprah. One of the speakers featured in the film is Mike Dooley, who is behind the Notes from the Universe. Lynn Thompson 127228 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 22 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose One hundred quotes from 'The Secret' The Law of Attraction is active in our lives whether we are aware of it or not. Knowing how it functions can enhance our awareness of how to draw towards us that which we desire, and eliminate that which we do not desire. The Secret has been shown countless times in the Nanaimo B.C. community and beyond, and received national attention recently through a panel discussion with the producer and actors on Oprah. One of the speakers featured in the film is Mike Dooley, who is behind the Notes from the Universe. 0:28:15 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/12/magic-asking In this week's Living on Purpose, Lynn Thompson discusses excerpts from The Aladdin Factor by Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hanson. It's all about the magic of asking. What is the book you are reading now? Have you asked for something today? The sky is the limit -- rather, there is no limit. Photo by Lynn Thompson Like this podcast? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. Lynn Thompson 127086 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 08 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose The magic of asking In this week's Living on Purpose, Lynn Thompson discusses excerpts from The Aladdin Factor by Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hanson. It's all about the magic of asking. What is the book you are reading now? Have you asked for something today? The sky is the limit -- rather, there is no limit. Photo by Lynn Thompson Like this podcast? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. 0:28:17 Lynn Thompson no http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/12/kk-watson-on-improv-kauai Today is December 1, 2016, and it heralds a new time of Lynn Thompson's Living on Purpose podcast schedule. Look for a new episode each Thursday going forward, with thanks to excecutive producer Victoria Fenner and team for the prompt. Today's podcast features a debut recording with Keoni Watson, known as KK Watson, in October 2016 on an outdoor deck with such a view on the Garden Island of Kauai. Lynn Thompson 127014 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose KK Watson on improv in Kauai Today is December 1, 2016, and it heralds a new time of Lynn Thompson's Living on Purpose podcast schedule. Look for a new episode each Thursday going forward, with thanks to excecutive producer Victoria Fenner and team for the prompt. Today's podcast features a debut recording with Keoni Watson, known as KK Watson, in October 2016 on an outdoor deck with such a view on the Garden Island of Kauai. 0:40:08 Lynn Thompson yes http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/11/forget-about-catching Living on Purpose Lynn had a realization recently that really relaxes her approach to her Get To Do List. Will it make a difference for you too?  Like this podcast? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Lynn Thompson 126878 http://rabble.ca/ Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Forget about catching up Living on Purpose Lynn had a realization recently that really relaxes her approach to her Get To Do List. Will it make a difference for you too?  Like this podcast? rabble is reader-supported journalism. 0:01:57 Lynn Thompson no http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/06/loon-kombucha-resonates-rural-ontario-residents Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. Lynn Thompson 124849 http://rabble.ca/ Sun, 12 Jun 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Loon Kombucha resonates with rural Ontario residents Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. 0:29:52 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/04/floating-space Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. Lynn Thompson 123879 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 07 Apr 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Floating in a space Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. 0:25:57 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/03/lunar-eclipse-glimpse As promised, following up after Solar Eclipse notes from last week, this is a glimpse of the Lunar Eclipse that just happened in the wee hours of March 23, 2016. Cathy Moe (Astro Girl) in conversation with Lynn Thompson. Lynn Thompson 123642 http://rabble.ca/ Wed, 23 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Lunar eclipse glimpse As promised, following up after Solar Eclipse notes from last week, this is a glimpse of the Lunar Eclipse that just happened in the wee hours of March 23, 2016. Cathy Moe (Astro Girl) in conversation with Lynn Thompson. 0:07:01 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/03/astro-girl-solar-eclipse-notes Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. Lynn Thompson 123422 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 10 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Astro girl: Solar eclipse notes Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. 0:16:55 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/02/waves-compassion Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. As the surfers come in from the waves at dusk, Lynn Thompson strolls along the sand and shares some thoughts. Thanks for supporting the Rabble Podcast Network! Lynn Thompson 122839 http://rabble.ca/ Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose Waves of compassion Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. As the surfers come in from the waves at dusk, Lynn Thompson strolls along the sand and shares some thoughts. Thanks for supporting the Rabble Podcast Network! 0:13:18 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2016/01/235-resolve-what Like this podcast? rabble is listener-supported journalism. Chip in to keep piece like this coming. Lynn Thompson here, wishing each of you, my dear listeners, the very best for 2016 in your lives. Lynn Thompson 122278 http://rabble.ca/ Sat, 02 Jan 2016 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose #235 - Resolve What? Like this podcast? rabble is listener-supported journalism. Chip in to keep piece like this coming. Lynn Thompson here, wishing each of you, my dear listeners, the very best for 2016 in your lives. 0:12:19 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2015/10/234-primal-mind-primal-games-primer Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. Lynn Thompson 121217 http://rabble.ca/ Sun, 25 Oct 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 234: Primal Mind Primal Games -- A primer Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming. 0:09:39 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2015/06/233-philip-shepherd-present Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming.       Lynn Thompson 118782 http://rabble.ca/ Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 233 -- Philip Shepherd is present Like this article? rabble is reader-supported journalism. Chip in to keep stories like these coming.       0:30:04 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2015/04/232-marc-jade-live-ottawa In early 2015 I began hearing from friends about Marc Jade, clairvoyant and medium who is based in Ottawa. Then I had the opportunity to attend a group session (lengthy waiting list for private readings with Marc). I was glad to be there. While I have learned so much through sessions with my psychic medium friend in BC, I was feeling more questions within me. I followed up after the group session to welcome Marc as my guest on Living on Purpose for a discussion and he graciously accepted. Lynn Thompson 117167 http://rabble.ca/ Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 232 -- Marc Jade 'live' in Ottawa In early 2015 I began hearing from friends about Marc Jade, clairvoyant and medium who is based in Ottawa. Then I had the opportunity to attend a group session (lengthy waiting list for private readings with Marc). I was glad to be there. While I have learned so much through sessions with my psychic medium friend in BC, I was feeling more questions within me. I followed up after the group session to welcome Marc as my guest on Living on Purpose for a discussion and he graciously accepted. 1:06:40 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2015/02/231-how-future-appears A few ideas about intention, and positivity - what a concept! Thanks for following Living on Purpose and supporting Rabble Lynn Thompson 115919 http://rabble.ca/ Mon, 02 Feb 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 231 -- How The Future Appears A few ideas about intention, and positivity - what a concept! Thanks for following Living on Purpose and supporting Rabble 0:03:40 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2015/01/230-duno-awards When feeling indecision or doubt, some things to remember, and a way to do so. With appreciation for you following Living on Purpose and supporting 10 years of the rabble Podcast Network. Lynn Thompson 115582 http://rabble.ca/ Sat, 17 Jan 2015 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 230 -- The Duno Awards When feeling indecision or doubt, some things to remember, and a way to do so. With appreciation for you following Living on Purpose and supporting 10 years of the rabble Podcast Network. 0:01:48 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/12/229-wouldnt-it-be-nice-if Gerry and Esther Hicks share teachings of nonphysical entity Abraham through books such as Ask and It Is Given. In today's episode of Living on Purpose, host Lynn Thompson shares one of the exercises that enhances a sense of wonder and expansion. Thanks for supporting rabble! Lynn Thompson 115130 http://rabble.ca/ Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 229 -- Wouldn't It Be Nice If . . . Gerry and Esther Hicks share teachings of nonphysical entity Abraham through books such as Ask and It Is Given. In today's episode of Living on Purpose, host Lynn Thompson shares one of the exercises that enhances a sense of wonder and expansion. Thanks for supporting rabble! 0:01:32 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/11/228-jeannette-gagan-part-4 Jeannette Gagan is the author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. In the spring of 2014 she and Lynn Thompson of Living on Purpose had a series of phone calls, and in today's segment, Jeannette and Lynn expand on the eternal nature of the soul as connected with the ego's potential to mature. Lynn Thompson 114709 http://rabble.ca/ Thu, 27 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 228 -- Jeannette Gagan - Part 4 Jeannette Gagan is the author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. In the spring of 2014 she and Lynn Thompson of Living on Purpose had a series of phone calls, and in today's segment, Jeannette and Lynn expand on the eternal nature of the soul as connected with the ego's potential to mature. 0:19:19 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/11/227-jeannette-gagan-part-3 Jeannette Gagan is the author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. In the spring of 2014 she and Lynn Thompson of Living on Purpose had a series of phone calls talking about how the ego is an integral and recognizable part of our spiritual maturity. This is in contrast to those who deem the ego to be bad and something to rise above, leave behind. Lynn Thompson 114696 http://rabble.ca/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 227 -- Jeannette Gagan - Part 3 Jeannette Gagan is the author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. In the spring of 2014 she and Lynn Thompson of Living on Purpose had a series of phone calls talking about how the ego is an integral and recognizable part of our spiritual maturity. This is in contrast to those who deem the ego to be bad and something to rise above, leave behind. 0:05:16 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/11/226-jeannette-gagan-part-2 Jeannette Gagan, Psychologist, and Lynn Thompson had a series of discussions in the spring of 2014 about stages of ego growth as expanded upon in Gagan's book Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. Through this time, Gary Beacom added his thoughts to the subject, as shared in Part 1 of this series. To be continued. Lynn Thompson 114671 http://rabble.ca/ Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 226 -- Jeannette Gagan - Part 2 Jeannette Gagan, Psychologist, and Lynn Thompson had a series of discussions in the spring of 2014 about stages of ego growth as expanded upon in Gagan's book Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. Through this time, Gary Beacom added his thoughts to the subject, as shared in Part 1 of this series. To be continued. 0:16:25 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/11/225-gary-beacom-part-1 In the spring of 2014, host of Living on Purpose, Lynn Thompson replied to an email out of the blue from Jeannette Gagan, author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. This connection evolved into a number of discussions between them, as well as extending to include Gary Beacom, independent thinker and innovative figure skater. Here is the first in a series from the extensive recordings made by Skype and phone at that time. Lynn Thompson 114637 http://rabble.ca/ Mon, 24 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 225 -- Gary Beacom - Part 1 In the spring of 2014, host of Living on Purpose, Lynn Thompson replied to an email out of the blue from Jeannette Gagan, author of Grow Up Your Ego: Ten Scientifically Validated Stages to Emotional and Spiritual Maturity. This connection evolved into a number of discussions between them, as well as extending to include Gary Beacom, independent thinker and innovative figure skater. Here is the first in a series from the extensive recordings made by Skype and phone at that time. 0:15:54 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/10/224-diefenbunker-review-flute This audio has been 2.5 years in the unveiling, since Lynn Thompson, Jamie Thompson and Olga Ijewliw (Past President of the Ottawa Flute Association) visited Canada's Cold War Museum and explored the Diefenbunker depths with two flutes in hand! Music References: Jamie Thompson, Lynn Thompson 113754 http://rabble.ca/ Sun, 12 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 224 - Diefenbunker Review by Flute This audio has been 2.5 years in the unveiling, since Lynn Thompson, Jamie Thompson and Olga Ijewliw (Past President of the Ottawa Flute Association) visited Canada's Cold War Museum and explored the Diefenbunker depths with two flutes in hand! Music References: 0:04:53 Jamie Thompson, Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/10/223-meet-victoria-fenner Victoria Fenner is on a rich journey of sound discovery which she shares with all ears in attendance. When many members of the nation-wide National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA) gathered for the NCRA Conference in Ottawa in 2006, Lynn Thompson met Victoria and joined in with a group walking silently in the sound of the city. Lynn Thompson 113610 http://rabble.ca/ Sat, 04 Oct 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 223 -- Meet Victoria Fenner Victoria Fenner is on a rich journey of sound discovery which she shares with all ears in attendance. When many members of the nation-wide National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA) gathered for the NCRA Conference in Ottawa in 2006, Lynn Thompson met Victoria and joined in with a group walking silently in the sound of the city. 0:05:53 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/08/222-manifesting-123-and-you-dont-need-3 Ken Elliott, the artist, offers painting workshops during which he now also includes a segment about manifesting, based on his book entitled, Manifesting 123 (and you don't need #3). In this 20 minute conversation with Ken Elliott and Lynn Thompson on August 3rd, you will hear a glimpse of his ideas on the mechanics of manifestation. Lynn Thompson 112335 http://rabble.ca/ Mon, 04 Aug 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 222 -- Manifesting 123 (and you don't need #3) Ken Elliott, the artist, offers painting workshops during which he now also includes a segment about manifesting, based on his book entitled, Manifesting 123 (and you don't need #3). In this 20 minute conversation with Ken Elliott and Lynn Thompson on August 3rd, you will hear a glimpse of his ideas on the mechanics of manifestation. 0:19:52 Lynn Thompson clean http://rabble-6.rabble.ca/podcasts/shows/living-on-purpose/2014/07/221-hello-susan-its-me-cancer Susan D'Agostino initially spoke with Lynn Thompson on the "live" show of Living on Purpose in 2009 when she had drafted the book that has since been published: Hello Susan, It's Me, Cancer. In June 2014 they spoke again about charting her own journey of emotional recovery and healing. Thanks for supporting Rabble and the Rabble Podcast Network.   Lynn Thompson 110550 http://rabble.ca/ Sat, 12 Jul 2014 00:00:00 -0400 Living On Purpose # 221 - 'Hello Susan, It's Me, Cancer!' Susan D'Agostino initially spoke with Lynn Thompson on the "live" show of Living on Purpose in 2009 when she had drafted the book that has since been published: Hello Susan, It's Me, Cancer. In June 2014 they spoke again about charting her own journey of emotional recovery and healing. Thanks for supporting Rabble and the Rabble Podcast Network.   0:38:31 Lynn Thompson clean