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The World (As I See It)
“Everyone takes the limits of his own vision for the limits of the world.” – Arthur Schopenhauer (philosopher) This is a profound quote about perspective and assumptions. People often wrongly assume that what they see and know is all there is – they take their personal vision as reflective of the whole of reality or Continue reading
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Grit: Why We Should Praise Effort Over Talent
As parents, we want our kids to succeed. So when they bring home straight A’s or score the winning goal, our instinct is to praise their talent and intelligence. “You’re so smart!”, we exclaim with pride. But researchers suggest that praise focused on talent and outcomes doesn’t actually equip kids with the mindset needed for Continue reading
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…divine sparks trapped in the mute things of time…
There is an idea from Hasidic Jewish thought of humans assisting God in “hallowing” or sanctifying the creation. As a young student of religion, I dismissed it, smirking it away; holiness is the realm of God and God needs no assistance lest He un-God Himself. Then, wielding that same Hasidism, the author Annie Dillard hit… Continue reading
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The Tilt Between Hope and Cynicism
In life, our minds tend to tilt either towards hope or towards cynicism. These become lenses coloring how we see the world. Cynicism pretends it has life figured out, that it has insight others lack. But truly, it has dismissed life’s complexity prematurely. Cynicism assumes the worst of situations and people. It critiques values and Continue reading
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Hatred Poisons Everything (even War) British author G.K. Chesterton once wrote that the true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him. When a soldier begins to hate the enemy more than he loves his own people, homeland, and ideals, his actions become Continue reading
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“Talking to Children About War and Violence: A Parent’s Guide”
Parenting comes with its fair share of challenges, and one of the most difficult topics to address with children is war and violence. These subjects can be overwhelming for both parents and kids alike. However, it is crucial to engage in these conversations in an age-appropriate and sensitive manner. How do we talk to children Continue reading
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The Blessing of Positive Company
As people of faith, we know our lives should reflect virtues like love, integrity, and service. Indeed, some of us get so tired of being reminded of that we really want to just roll our eyes and get on with life. Love, integrity, and service aren’t free. There is weariness in the selfless nature of… Continue reading
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The Paradox of Vengeance
“The paradox of vengefulness is that it makes men dependent upon those who have harmed them, believing that their release from pain will come only when their tormentors suffer.” Continue reading
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Wanting versus Having
“Success is getting what you want, happiness is wanting what you get” ― W.P. Kinsella W.P. Kinsella’s quote neatly cuts the fundamental distinction between success and happiness. It offers a valuable insight into the different dimensions of personal fulfillment and contentment. Continue reading
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My Grace is Sufficient
Who among us does not yearn for instant healing—whether in our bodies, our marriages, or our families? Who willingly embraces suffering, uncertainty, and fear when the prospect of an immediate transformation beckons? I venture to say the answer to the first question is unequivocally ‘everyone,’ and to the second, ‘no one!’ Continue reading
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