Education
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The Impact of Shame on Our Society
The growing awareness of victim blaming is an example of a shift in the public consciousness that has helped bring justice for the innocent and made way for important social change through movements such as #MeToo. This is but one… Continue reading
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Transforming Society Through Hope and Imagination
There is a lack of imagination in our society today. Not the kind that sparks creative ideas and innovations in art, technology, science, or design. The imagination we lack is one that conjures dreams and aspirations of a world that… Continue reading
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Compassion Over Fear: Countering Fictional Monsters
It’s an old story with the same tragic ending. From Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to the Oscar-nominated film Wicked, the presence of an outsider becomes a convenient monster to blame our anxieties and fears. Hysteria and violence against the innocent is… Continue reading
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Why Generosity is Essential for Society
Friendship, compassion, and generosity are what sustain families and communities. It comes in many forms like helping raise our children, caring for each other when in need, celebrating life’s milestones and successes, and giving time and resources to rebuild after… Continue reading
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Finding Clarity in Chaotic Times
As new crises continue to unfold, the world will feel increasingly confusing and upside down. The responsibility of informed, active, and concerned neighbors in these times is to remain grounded and connected to ourselves and each other. Continue reading
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Understanding Deconstruction and Radicalized Movements
The loss of objective facts and truth is at the core of today’s social deconstructionist movement. As nuance, complexity, misinformation, and compelling storytelling are increasingly introduced into our social conversations, truth and facts become subjective to personal bias rather than… Continue reading
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Why Embracing Equity Inspires a Hopeful Future
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (commonly known as “DEI”) awareness initiatives are actively being undermined, pushed out, and shut down in the private and public sectors. The intended purpose of DEI has always been to empathetically reveal the beliefs and behaviors… Continue reading
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School Shootings in America: A Cry for Safer Communities and Collective Responsibility
Summary: The latest school shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia adds to the growing crisis of over 400 school shootings in the US. Law enforcement’s response reflects a grim familiarity with such tragedies. Despite efforts like training videos and… Continue reading
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