I was downstate at the time, just having returned from an overseas teaching assignment. But I was present in mind and spirit for the observance of the first Earth Day in 1970. Now, 50 years later, this article calls for us to "rethink American engagement in global governance." It's a [...]
In recent years, we had hosted Mother’s siblings for an Easter Sunday meal, but at this point, some of her younger sisters were dealing with personal health matters. Never having had caregiver support on Sundays and holidays meant keeping things simple for this year’s celebration. It would be a table [...]
The coronavirus pandemic alters who we are, affecting diverse facets of our psyche. . . . We may approve of some of the changes – toward stronger communal bonds and humanitarian values – and disapprove of others – closed-mindedness, black-and-white thinking. Whether we like it or not, the immense crisis [...]
"Everyone can make a difference, and everyone has a responsibility to do their part. Only by asserting the common bonds of our humanity and our shared investment in sustainable policy responses can the pandemic be overcome." - The Elders LONDON, 18 March 2020 The Elders today call on global leaders [...]
This outbreak will continue to change our lives. We will not go back to the way things were in two weeks. We are looking ahead to a new normal. To protect the most vulnerable members of our communities, the less vulnerable must make responsible and unselfish choices. The necessary interventions [...]
"This crisis makes it all too clear that pursuing one’s own self-interest is not enough. While every one of us has the legal right to purchase as much hand sanitizer as we can find, if that is all we think about, the welfare of others and society itself are at [...]
“Social distancing” is the new phrase that describes most of this, and it goes against what we typically advocate for our older patients. As geriatricians, we promote the benefits of social engagement to our patients; we remind them of the poor health outcomes associated with social isolation. Now, with COVID-19, [...]
“Our oral health reflects the health of our entire body. From infectious diseases, chronic low energy, inflammation, even protection from Alzheimer’s. . . It appears everything is tied to the health of your mouth, gums, teeth and saliva. As you’ll discover, each episode is packed with simple, at-home strategies you [...]
"In accord with Riane Eisler’s partnership model, Maturana and Yáñez demonstrate how the evolutionary history of humanity is not centered on competition and aggressive striving but on love and cooperation. . . In November of 2019, Humberto and Ximena released their latest book, Historia de Nuestro Vivir Cotidiano (History of [...]
“Justice must flow like torrents of water, righteous actions like a stream that never dries up.” Amos 5:24 (NET Bible). Since the day the president announced his candidacy, I have been listening for words of integrity, authenticity, and decency. After this period of close discernment, my mind and spirit became [...]