What I Learned About Living From Dying of Cancer
The author describes her journey to what she calls “livingly dying”—facing her death by living in the moment with grace and mindfulness. By Marcy Westerling ROP Founder Dying inevitably follows…
How Death Doulas Ease the Final Transition
A shift in thinking about death as natural and not traumatic. By Dr. Cynthia R. GreenleeJournalist and Historian Vivette Jeffries-Logan and Omisade Burney-Scott are friends for life—and collaborators in death.…
The Importance of Meditating Even When You’re Happy
Think of it as preventative medicine for the likely event of stress. By Dr. Richard J. DavidsonWilliam James and Vilas Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin–MadisonFounder and Director,…
Science Says Happiness Can Change Your Brain
By Matthieu RicardBuddhist Monk, Humanitarian, Author and Photographer Introduction After 2,000 years of practice, Buddhist monks know that one secret to happiness is to put your mind to it. What…
Where the Search for Simplicity Leads
Living simply can help us challenge society’s inequities, live in alignment with nature, and build community. By Megan SweasEditor and Director of CommunicationsDornsife College of Letters, Arts and SciencesUniversity of…
Why Some People Believe They Can Hear the Dead
Research suggests mediums possess a proclivity for hallucinatory experiences. By Dr. Adam J. PowellAssistant Professor (Research), Religion and Medical HumanitiesDurham University By Dr. Peter MoseleySenior Research Fellow, PsychologyNorthumbria University, Newcastle…
Religion, Science, and Spirit: A Sacred Story for Our Time
Is it possible that the human future depends upon a new sacred story that gives us a reason to care? By David KortenCo-Founder, YES! MediaPresident, Living Economies Forum Introduction “For…
Counselling After Paranormal Experiences
Sarah is experiencing a phenomenon and dreads falling asleep. Moments after she closes her eyes, her body becomes paralysed. By Dr. Alexander De FoeAssociate lecturerRMIT University Introduction Sarah dreads falling…
If Meditation is Not Your Thing, Try a Walk in the Woods
Hiking is a near-perfect combination of elements known to relax us. By Karin KleinWriter and Author There are times when I don’t know what to do with myself. I feel…
The Power in Pleasure as a Necessity of Life
Pleasure is neither a commodity nor a reward. It’s a foundational human need. By adrienne maree brownWriter and Editor Introduction Feeling good is not frivolous, it is a measure of…
