Five Keys to Managing Intrusive Thoughts
Stuck in rumination? Here are some ways to break the cycle and move forward. By Jill SuttieFree-lance journalist and a staff writer Introduction Have you ever woken up in the middle…
The Soul in the Stomach
How a 17th-century physician followed his ‘gut feeling’ and proposed a link between the emotions and the stomach, which seemingly echoes the latest medical research on the brain–gut connection. By…
Where Children Discover the Healing Power of Animals
In this sanctuary, at-risk kids begin to understand the parallels between their lives and the lives of injured wild animals. By Isabelle MorrisonFreelance writer and a former solutions reporting intern…
Your gut’s Instincts
In ‘Rumbles, A Curious History of the Gut’, cultural historian Elsa Richardson leads us on a lively tour of the gastroenterological system. In this extract, Elsa explores the stomach’s influence…
What is a Soul? (and Can it Die, Escape, or Break?)
Introduction Understanding the nature of the soul is perhaps one of the most fundamental and essential tasks on the spiritual path. Without knowing what the soul is and how it…
Why Mister Rogers Is the Role Model We Need Right Now
The unconventional children’s television pioneer celebrated dignity and kindness in the age of mass media. By Stephanie Van HookExecutive director of the Metta Center for Nonviolence Kids have it really…
The Ways We Are Healed by Nature (Even Houseplants)
Green growing things heal us in surprising ways. Communities are trying to bring plant life to areas that lack it. By Natalie Slivinski Introduction In some of my earliest memories,…
In Pursuit of Liberated Mothering
Cross-cultural dialogue, especially among moms of color, can build new narratives that challenge the legacies of white supremacy and foster healing. By A. Rochaun Meadows-FernandezAward-winning writer, speaker, and activist working to…
What I Learned When I Came Out to My Asian Mother
“We all have a story to share, and I believe knowing someone’s story creates connection.” By Dr. Kyoung Mi ChoiProfessor in the Department of Counselor EducationSan José State University There was…
The Skills You Need for Happier Relationships With Family
After taking our free online course, many students see big changes in the way they interact with loved ones. By Flora JinClinical Research Coordinator Introduction This holiday season, many of…
