Monkey See, Monkey Do: How Corruption, Inequality, and Self-Interest Threaten Civilization
When Antibiotics Are Not the Answer: Making Informed Choices
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- Written by: Minyon Avent, The University of Queensland et al
Do you really need antibiotics? Curbing our use helps fight drug-resistant bacteria
Why Bullies Act Out: Exploring the Causes of Mean Behavior
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- Written by: Sara Goldstein, University of Delaware
Why are bullies so mean? A youth psychology expert explains what’s behind their harmful behavior
The Solution Is Just A Stone's Throw Away
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- Written by: Kira Klenke
Some life situations generate feelings of helplessness or hopelessness and intellectual reasoning is not sufficient for figuring out what to do or what to change. Our patterns of behavior, thoughts and habits often unconsciously block new ideas and attitudes for fear of the unknown. In this case, other approaches are required.
Red Sky At Night, Shepherd's Delight: The Science Of Beautiful Sunsets
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- Written by: Adam Morgan
“A red sky at night is a shepherd’s delight! A red sky in the morning is a shepherd’s warning.” The “red sky” proverb has endured across cultures for centuries, and modern science can explain why this is so.
When Is the Right Time to Say Goodbye to Your Pet?
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- Written by: Angela Garner
When considering end-of-life issues for pets, it is important to always keep in mind the question, “What is best for this animal?”
The Spiritual Universe: Moving Beyond Materialism and Saving the World
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- Written by: Steve Taylor
I would like to put forward an argument that at the moment a cultural shift is occurring, and the metaphysical paradigm of materialism is fading away. I also want to emphasise how important it is - for the future of our own species and for our planet as a whole - that this shift comes to full fruition, and that the materialist paradigm is transcended by a spiritual worldview.
Acquisitive and Materialistic Family? Gaining Clarity About What Promotes Happiness
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- Written by: Eric Maisel
Things do not make us happy — and even if they could, living for happiness is not our objective. Living with purpose makes a person happier than trying to be happy!
Healing The World: Beyond Science, Religion, and Materialism
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- Written by: Steve Taylor
As an academic - a researcher and senior lecturer at a university in the UK - people are often surprised by my unorthodox views on the nature of life, and of the world. For example, when I mention to colleagues that I’m open-minded about the possibility of some form of life after death, or that I believe in the possibility of paranormal phenomena such as telepathy or pre-cognition, they look at me as if I’ve told them I’m going to give up academia and become a truck driver.
The Puzzle of Altruism: Why Do Selfish Genes Behave Unselfishly?
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- Written by: Steve Taylor
Although we human beings can sometimes be selfish and competitive, we can also be extraordinarily kind and selfless. However, the materialist worldview tends to downplay the benevolent aspects of our nature, and even explain them away.
Reviving the Journey of Soul Initiation
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- Written by: Bill Plotkin, Ph.D.
The journey of soul initiation, once integral to many cultures, has largely vanished due to societal changes and the rise of egocentric leadership. This article explores the historical roots of this loss, the implications of greed on human development, and the necessity to reinvent soul initiation practices for cultural renaissance and human evolution.
Practicing Gratitude in Vulnerable Times
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- Written by: Joyce Vissell
A lot of books have been written about gratitude. I think it is a well-received idea that gratitude is a nice thing to do. But I want to address the use of gratitude in our most vulnerable times, when it is not about being polite, nice or wanting to be liked.
Where Has The Spark Gone? The Real Reason For Strained Sexual Relationships
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- Written by: Barry Vissell
Over the last four decades, Joyce and I have counseled many couples who are suffering with their sexual relationship. Most of these couples also feel disconnected from each other. They think they can improve their overall relationship by improving their sexual relationship. This is usually a mistake.
In Case They Don't Live Forever
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- Written by: Barry Vissell
Why do we hold back from telling our loved ones that we love them? Why do we procrastinate, waiting for the "right" time ... later ... when it may be too late? But life goes by in a heartbeat and, before we know it, the ones we love are gone, and we may be left with the regret that we never spoke our deepest truth.
Living in the Moment and Being Spiritual Are The Same Thing
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- Written by: Jacob Liberman
We often talk about "wanting to be spiritual," but being spiritual and taking care of our everyday affairs are exactly the same thing. There is no difference. With clarity we become ordinary -- simply taking care of whatever comes before us. In this process, we develop trust that...
A Thumbnail Sketch of Wetiko: A Case of Mistaken Identity
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- Written by: Paul Levy
I’ve been writing about wetiko in one way or another for over twenty years. I guess you could say that I consider it an important enough topic to devote the rest of my life to trying to capture and elucidate this concept in words.
3 Roots of Overwhelm, Burnout, and Self-Sacrifice
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- Written by: Christine Arylo
What follows are three of the root causes at the core of the burnout cycles, self-sacrificing choices, and unsustainable realities.
A Journey From Rage to Mindfulness
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- Written by: Ruth King
In 1985, I had a dream. I had finished grad school and moved to Santa Cruz, California, what many referred to as the mecca of spiritual materialism, which I took full advantage of.
Mindfulness at the Kitchen Sink
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- Written by: Dzogchen Ponlop
Choose one or two ways you can apply mindfulness in your daily life in the coming week. The more specific you are in choosing the activities, the more likely you are to follow through. You might choose washing the dishes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday to begin your mindfulness experiment...
How Pets Build Trust Among People
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- Written by: Megan K Mueller, Tufts University
Research shows our pets can also strengthen our relationships and trust with other people. In addition, pets contribute positively to trust in our broader social communities.
London's Great Smog of 1952 Offers Clues to Asthma's Cause
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- Written by: Jamie T. Mullins, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition with no known cure. It impacts people of all ages through episodic constrictions of the airways, which may be even worse than it sounds.
Don't Let Stress Get The Upper Hand
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- Written by: Jude Bijou, M.A., M.F.T.
We've become so focused on how we'll maneuver to fit it all in that we no longer stop to smell the roses or breathe in the fresh air. Desperately we strive to gain control over the unknown. And we are hard on ourselves when we don't measure up to some internalized standard. Summed up, we're "stressed" out. Does this apply to you or someone you know?
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