Today, September 15th, 2023, Jewish communities around the world are preparing for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. The Jewish High Holy Days begin with this ancient feast rich in history and ritual. Rosh Hashanah is a significant period of meditation, prayer, and meaningful … [Read more...] about Rosh Hashanah: Unveiling the rich traditions and significance
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The Optimist View: Reflections on activism from Gwendolyn Zoharah Simmons
“If we merge mercy with might, and might with right, then love becomes our legacy and change our children's birthright.” - Amanda Gorman BY: AMELIA BUCKLEY As we celebrated the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this week, many Americans contemplated the profound … [Read more...] about The Optimist View: Reflections on activism from Gwendolyn Zoharah Simmons
Dogs: 4 spiritual lessons we can learn from our canine friends
We get much more from our relationships with dogs than just companionship. In fact, dogs of every shape and size can be a source of inspiration and support. Below, you’ll find four valuable lessons that dogs can teach us in our spiritual lives. Being present: Sure, canines live … [Read more...] about Dogs: 4 spiritual lessons we can learn from our canine friends
The secret history of hallucinogens in Christianity
From The Intelligent Optimist Magazine Summer 2016 The authors’ anthropological journey through European and Middle Eastern churches finds evidence—hidden in plain sight for centuries—that challenges conventional views of the origins of Judeo-Christianity. An excerpt from The … [Read more...] about The secret history of hallucinogens in Christianity
Optimism Is More Than Positive Thinking
Psychologist Elaine Fox believes optimism isn’t a choice, but a habit. She has some advice on how to develop it—because it’s not just good for you, but for everyone else. By Marco Visscher From The Optimist Magazine Fall 2015 It’s the perfect day for a conversation about … [Read more...] about Optimism Is More Than Positive Thinking