Mount Fuji with pagoda in foreground
Japan - The Promise of a Peace of Nations
01/23/2019
Henry Cross
A bold reminder of the courage to believe in our better natures as people is branded into the constitution of Japan. An excerpt from the consitution reads: “CHAPTER II RENUNCIATION OF WAR... read more
Man and woman arguing in front of pink and blue wall.
Reach Out, Listen, Be Patient. Good Arguments Can Stop Extremism
01/18/2019
Aeon
Many of my best friends think that some of my deeply held beliefs about important issues are obviously false or even nonsense. Sometimes, they tell me so to my face. How can we still be friends? Part... read more
Group of res chess pawns and one black piece.
How Good People Can Fight Bias
01/08/2019
Greater Good Science Center
In her new book, Dolly Chugh provides us with tips for recognizing bias and reducing its effects in ourselves and our workplaces. Are you against racism? At the same time do you find that your... read more
Laughing woman sprays unamused man with Silly String
Acting Like an Extravert Has Benefits, But Not for Introverts
12/20/2018
Aeon
For decades, personality psychologists have noticed a striking, consistent pattern: extraverts are happier more of the time than introverts. For anyone interested in promoting wellbeing, this has... read more
Giving Tuesday logo and leaf background
Giving Tuesday 2018 - The Difference You Make
11/27/2018
Andrew Mersmann
Black Friday Super Sale (and small business) Saturday Cyber Monday They are all just prelude to the important one, November 27, Giving Tuesday. Tuesday, take a step back from the... read more
Statue of man putting crown on his own head.
Is That Your Male Privilege or Are You Just Happy to See Me?
11/20/2018
J. Brown
A confluence of conversations has emerged in the yoga world regarding purpose, safety, and abuse of power. The politics involved are playing themselves out, and the sides of the debate are being... read more
Two tigers fighting and swiping at each other.
No Middle Ground for Deep Disagreements About Facts
11/15/2018
Aeon
Consider how one should respond to a simple case of disagreement. Frank sees a bird in the garden and believes it’s a finch. Standing beside him, Gita sees the same bird, but she’s confident it’s... read more
Close up of green motherboard and circuits from computer.
Keep On Rockin In the Real World
11/07/2018
J. Brown
I grew up in the eighties. My folks moved from NY to Los Angeles and settled into the comfort of a big house, two-car garage, and three kids. We were never in want for money. My dad made millions as... read more
Many scattered stickers say I VOTED
Empowerment Lost
11/02/2018
J. Brown
When circumstances, ruled by forces beyond the will of one individual, overshadow our personal experience of life, unconscious resentment and fear run deep. The coercive fuel of capitalism has... read more

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Laughing woman sprays unamused man with Silly String
Acting Like an Extravert Has Benefits, But Not for Introverts
12/20/2018
Aeon
For decades, personality psychologists have noticed a striking, consistent pattern: extraverts are happier more of the time than introverts. For anyone interested in promoting wellbeing, this has... read more
Giving Tuesday logo and leaf background
Giving Tuesday 2018 - The Difference You Make
11/27/2018
Andrew Mersmann
Black Friday Super Sale (and small business) Saturday Cyber Monday They are all just prelude to the important one, November 27, Giving Tuesday. Tuesday, take a step back from the... read more
Statue of man putting crown on his own head.
Is That Your Male Privilege or Are You Just Happy to See Me?
11/20/2018
J. Brown
A confluence of conversations has emerged in the yoga world regarding purpose, safety, and abuse of power. The politics involved are playing themselves out, and the sides of the debate are being... read more
Two tigers fighting and swiping at each other.
No Middle Ground for Deep Disagreements About Facts
11/15/2018
Aeon
Consider how one should respond to a simple case of disagreement. Frank sees a bird in the garden and believes it’s a finch. Standing beside him, Gita sees the same bird, but she’s confident it’s... read more
Close up of green motherboard and circuits from computer.
Keep On Rockin In the Real World
11/07/2018
J. Brown
I grew up in the eighties. My folks moved from NY to Los Angeles and settled into the comfort of a big house, two-car garage, and three kids. We were never in want for money. My dad made millions as... read more
Many scattered stickers say I VOTED
Empowerment Lost
11/02/2018
J. Brown
When circumstances, ruled by forces beyond the will of one individual, overshadow our personal experience of life, unconscious resentment and fear run deep. The coercive fuel of capitalism has... read more
Golden dusk photo of fisherman on river tossing out nets
Feeling and Seeing Struggle, Witnessing Hope and Resilience
10/30/2018
Henry Cross
Having traveled throughout Latin America, people everywhere seem to embody a warm tenderness and kind spirit that many times is rare to experience in other major cities of the west. From Mexico to... read more
Sea turtle floating and looking directly at camera.
Just Another Day on the Beaches of Costa Rica
10/04/2018
Nora Livingstone
I run a social enterprise that helps people travel and volunteer with animals. It’s wonderful. New and experienced travelers come to me to help find the perfect animal volunteer experience and I... read more
Wall of childrens' art with characters from Finding Nemo
Pixar - The Disruptive Power of Imagination and Storytelling
09/28/2018
Henry Cross
For over two decades Pixar has delivered the most epic animation films of all time. And I saw all 20 recently! They infuse the minds and hearts of audiences worldwide with fast moving and attention-... read more

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As We Grow
11/10/2014
evox Television
Learn about the development of the Tallahassee Sustainability Group, a young Tallahassee student organization dedicated to educating the public about food and agriculture, increasing accessibility to... read more

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