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    Statue of Mahatma Gandhi from Aga Khan palace in Pune, India - Gandhi’s Radical Insight: How It Can Help Us Today

    THE ENDS NEVER JUSTIFY THE MEANS: Gandhi’s radical lesson for today

    Man wearing t-shirt with "no homophobia, no violence" and other positive phrases - 10 Mindful Living Tips Inspired by the Dalai Lama

    “MY RELIGION IS KINDNESS”: 10 mindful living tips inspired by the Dalai Lama

    Confused man leaning on wooden table - Gaslighting: What It Is and 3 Effective Ways to Push Back

    BEWARE OF BAD ACTORS: 3 steps to take if you suspect someone’s “gaslighting” you

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    Train travelling through Alaska mountain range - Don’t Doubt Yourself—Spread Your Wings and Soar

    ALASKA WINGS: Soaring across the mountains while releasing fear and doubt

    Red cardinal in a tree with berries on it - INEFFABLE: A visitation from a great spirit I'd never forget

    INEFFABLE: A visitation from a beautiful soul I’d never forget

    Otter swimming on its back - "Metaphorically Speaking" and 3 More Poems That Honour Words

    POEMS BY CAROLYN CHILTON CASAS: Essential Language, Metaphorically Speaking and more

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    MINDFUL LEADERSHIP IN STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS: Empowering leaders to create positive change

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    HANAMI DREAMING: The start of spring in Japan

    Joe Biden with other world leaders - Political Power: 3 Ways Democratic Voters Can Battle Fascism

    REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S POLITICAL REALITIES: We can prevail over ignorance, lies and Trump

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    Malecon in La Paz, Mexico - Back on American Soil: A Safe Return Home From La Paz

    IMPEDIMENTS FACED: A safe return home from La Paz, Mexico

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    TYING UP LOOSE ENDS: One last—and glorious—day in La Paz, Mexico [Part 7]

    Facebook on laptop in La Paz hotel room - NIGHT SEA JOURNEY: Buying back sanity in La Paz, Mexico

    NIGHT SEA JOURNEY: Buying back sanity in La Paz, Mexico [Part 6]

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Fresco image of resurrected Jesus Christ - To Walk Like Jesus: Reflections on the First Epistle of John

TO WALK THE SAME WAY HE WALKED: A reflection on John’s first letter

Lucas Coia·April 22, 2024
Group of six friends, various genders and races, with arms around each other

SOULMATES, SYNCHRONICITY AND TELEPATHY: Who are you entangled with on your life’s path?

Contributor·April 16, 2024
Man playing banjo with hearts in background

STOICISM ON LOVE: Follow your heart—and the 4 virtues

Lisa Brandt·April 11, 2024
graphic of womans head with sketches of other faces

CONSCIOUS PERCEPTION: We have the power to shape our own reality

Munira Punjvani·April 4, 2024
Silhouette of woman meditating - 5-Part Negativity Detox: Disconnect From Toxic People

UNTAPPED MAGIC: This 5-part negativity detox will help you find yours

Contributor·April 2, 2024
Man on his knees in front of a robot - 2 Views of AI: Is It a God or a Powerful Tool?

AI: A god or a tool?

Jane Olivier·March 21, 2024
Drawing by Max Reif of high school lettermen in jackets

“BIG DREAM” AT AGE 21: Larger-than-life, and its symbols continue to unfold in meaning

Max Reif·March 20, 2024
Five people paddling through rapids in raft - Stoicism for Inner Peace: Let the 4 Basic Virtues Guide You

STOICISM FOR INNER PEACE: Living life in the moment with equanimity

Lisa Brandt·March 18, 2024
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REACHING FOR MORE: Pushing boundaries with rock climbing

Catina Noble·March 14, 2024
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YOUR ATTACHMENT STYLE: Are you anxious, avoidant or secure in relationships?

Contributor·March 6, 2024
Man alone on bright beach - Nihilism vs. Stoicism: Which Is the Better Life Philosophy?

NIHILISM VS. STOICISM: How do the oft-misunderstood Nihilists differ from Stoics?

Lisa Brandt·February 27, 2024
Hummingbird flying near purple flowers - 5 Deep Writing Prompts to Help You Visit Your Ancestors

VISITATIONS: 5 writing prompts that’ll help you get in touch with your ancestors

Diana Raab·February 21, 2024
People praying in church pews - Life Lived Well: A Journey to a Broad Spiritual Perspective

LIFE LIVED WELL: A journey of faith, community and personal growth

Contributor·February 15, 2024
Three dirt paths illuminated by sun

EMBRACE ORIGINALITY: Step outside your comfort zone towards creativity and innovation

Contributor·February 6, 2024
Small group meditating - A Therapeutic Journey: 3 Inspiring Paths to Acceptance

THERAPEUTIC ACCEPTANCE: A journey of healing, faith and self-discovery

Laura Vazquez Santos·February 5, 2024
Woman eating piece of fruit while holding cell phone

TEMPERANCE IN STOICISM: How Stoics apply temperance to 6 facets of life

Lisa Brandt·February 1, 2024
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ANGEL VOICES: The first of a series about the voices within us

Max Reif·January 25, 2024
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BIRTHDAY REFLECTIONS: A newly 23-year-old looks back

Karina Duffy·January 24, 2024
man's extended arm holding a newborn baby

BEING PRESENT IN THE POSTPARTUM PERIOD: A time filled with learning and growth

Manal Sarhan·January 24, 2024
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MANAGING HAPPINESS: What I learned by taking this course from Harvard University

Samia Mehbub·January 22, 2024
Statue of a Roman hedonist - HEDONISM VS. STOICISM: Are the 2 philosophies compatible?

HEDONISM VS. STOICISM: Are Stoicism’s 4 main virtues compatible with Hedonism?

Lisa Brandt·January 17, 2024
woman on the dance floor - Dry January 2024: Leaving the Land of the Party Girls

IN THE SPIRIT OF DRY JANUARY: My decision to get sober(ish)

C B·January 8, 2024
Wall paper of a galaxy and a possible wormhole"

THE “PRECIOUS” PRESENT MOMENT FALLACY: Permanently placing yourself in the here and now isn’t human or natural

Matthew Jacobs·December 28, 2023
Silhouette of a man standing alone next to a park bench watching the sunset - 3 Ways Avoiding Unwanted Sound Can Improve Your Health

SILENCE HELPS YOU HEAL: Silence is essential for the brain, body and well-being

Robin Fasano·December 27, 2023
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