Monkey See, Monkey Do: How Corruption, Inequality, and Self-Interest Threaten Civilization
The Impact of Green and Blue Spaces on Mental Health in Older Adults
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- Written by: Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com

According to the 2020 National Survey of Drug Use and Health, approximately 21% of U.S. adults have experienced mental illness, with this burden being slightly higher in states like Washington.
Trust, Honesty, and Vulnerability: The Surprising Benefits of Sharing Secrets
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- Written by: Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com

We often hesitate to spill the beans on the darker aspects of our lives, fearing judgment and scorn from others.
Letting Ourselves Happen: Guided by Our Body's Intelligence
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- Written by: Cheryl Pallant, PhD
With direct experience, we set aside concepts, beliefs, habits, and cultural conditioning. We set aside the known in favor of sensing. We feel into What Is. Attention redirects to any of the five senses and to the inner senses.
Unwanted and Unwelcomed? Where Focus Goes, Energy Flows
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- Written by: Michelle Madrid

I didn’t know, for a very long time, that I could change my focus and create a new and empowering energy flow. You possess the same ability.
Seeing Things Differently: Stepping Away from Boxed-In Thinking
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- Written by: Mark Ireland

Boxed-in thinking is rooted in a materialistic worldview known as “scientism” which dominates much of our society’s vision of reality and progress.
Men and Relationships: 8 Steps to Better Connect with Your Partner
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- Written by: Barry Vissell

Over the years of working with men and their relationships, not to mention my own 59-year relationship with Joyce, I have seen some central issues emerge. , I have seen certain tendencies which apply to many men.
Present Moments and Future Memories: Parenting on Purpose
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- Written by: Darlene Taylor

I had longed to be a mother and felt so fortunate that I was afforded the luxury of being home with her. So against all my feminist leanings, we settled into very traditional family roles, with me spending a lot more time with Sammi than he did.
You Are A Shaman, Healer, and Dreamer
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- Written by: Paul Levy

We are all potential healers and dreamers; our very nature is shamanic. We all have shamanic abilities that knowingly or unknowingly we use every day.
How To Create a Happy New Year
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- Written by: Will T. Wilkinson

"Happy New Year!" What if we meant it this year, that we really intended to make 2024 a happy new year and that we did something to make that happen, rather than just mouthing empty words?
The C-Word in Pop Culture: A Symbol of Reclamation and Resistance
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- Written by: Christian Ilbury, The University of Edinburgh

They’re serving what?! How the c-word went from camp to internet mainstream
Habits That Hurt, Habits That Help
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- Written by: Michelle Schoffro Cook

it’s important to understand the impact of stress and, more importantly, how to reduce the effects of stress to keep your immune system strong and healthy.
Staggering Inequality and Loss of Upward Mobility Betrays the American Dream
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

The belief that America is a land of opportunity where hard work pays off used to be a virtual article of faith for most citizens.
Trampoline Exercises: Bounce Your Way Back to Immune Health
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- Written by: Christopher Vasey, N.D.

Jumping on a trampoline, also called a rebounder, has been revealed to provide valuable assistance for accelerating lymph circulation and decongesting the lymphatic system.
Finding Balance Amidst Holiday Pressures
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

Ah, the holiday season is when our hearts brim with anticipation, and our spirits soar with expectations.
Female Gift Bringers: More Than Mrs. Claus
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- Written by: Ellen Evert Hopman

In Britain and the United States, we are used to “Father Christmas” and “Santa Claus” but other countries and cultures celebrate female gift bringers.
Understanding the Complexity of the US Migration Crisis
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

The migration crisis, which has become increasingly visible through heart-wrenching scenes at borders and dangerous journeys undertaken by individuals seeking a better life, is deeply intertwined with broader global issues.
Trump's Authoritarian Rhetoric and Texas Fascist Tendencies - Uptake December 26, 2023
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

Amid a complex political landscape, three stories emerge that shed light on critical issues of our time.
Unraveling the Ties That Bind Us: Healing Our Core Wound
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- Written by: Sally Patton

When we fall into a hole of our own making, it is probably a situation we’ve experienced before. There may be different actors and a different setting, but the essence of the problem is the same.
Trump Insurrection and GOP Voter Suppression - Uptake December 23, 2023
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- Written by: Robert Jennings, InnerSelf.com

In today's edition of "Today's Uptake" we present a trio of critical analyses on contemporary political issues.
Coping with Grief During the Holidays: Finding Meaning in Loss
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- Written by: Mandy Doria, University of Colorado

For many who are suffering with prolonged grief, the holidays can be a time to reflect and find meaning in loss
Becoming a Family Pattern Breaker
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- Written by: Kate King

If I know one thing for sure, it’s that patterns don’t break on their own. When something is stuck in a repetitive rhythm, the path of least resistance is to keep on keepin’ on. But, the path of least resistance does not lead to a radiant life.
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