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March 4, 2018

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Richard Feynman’s Ode to a Flower

Nobel prize winning physicist, Richard Feynman (May 11, 1918-February 15, 1988) explains in this monologue, Ode to a Flower, that seeing a flower in all of its miraculous constituent parts adds to his ability to see it as aesthetically beautiful. Fraser Davidson captures his words in stunning graphic motion. { read more }

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Test Feynman’s thesis for yourself by discovering more about the world of plants to see if their beauty is enhanced for you. { more }

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March 3, 2018

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Finding Right Livelihood

In this thoughtful piece, author E.F. Schumacher argues for a set of economic principles that aligns economic progress and growth with the Buddhist ideals of nonviolence and peace. He proposes intriguing perspectives on labor, leisure, consumption, and the use of natural resources that flips modern economics on its head. Read on for fascinating food for thought. { read more }

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Can you see your labor not as something to be minimized but as a vehicle for growth and fulfillment?

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March 2, 2018

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The Town that Fought Big Ag and Won

When the advancing threat of Big Apple, a monoculture heavily sprayed with pesticides, came to Mals, Italy the women took action. In a display of direct democracy, this tiny village in the south Tyrol province of northern Italy has inspired a movement now coursing its way through Europe, the United States, and beyond. { read more }

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Visit Fair World Project to learn the many ways you can become involved in creating a just and healthy Earth for all her inhabitants. { more }

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March 1, 2018

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Lessons in Resilience: The Stories We Tell and Why They Matter

“Resilience has taken on many meanings throughout its long history, but scientists who study stress and resilience say it’s helpful to think of it as an emotional muscle that can be strengthened at any time. The American Psychological Association defines resilience as, “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress – such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems or workplace and financial stressors”. Resilience is not a trait that is either present or absent, but consists of behaviors, thoughts, and actions that experts agree can be learned and developed by anyone. It’s therefore not our exposure to potentially traumatic events that determines later functioning, but how we respond to them.” This in-depth article shares more. { read more }

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Bring to mind someone who’s helped you through a hardship – a teacher, a mentor, a friend, a religious leader, or a loved one. Reach out to them with a phone call, email, or letter to express your gratitude

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