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“To heal we must remember”
"Yolanda Adams’ voice rang out at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Tuesday, as she sang 'Hallelujah' at a national COVID remembrance for the more [...]
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The fierce urgency of now: It’s easy to say “wait” when you’re not oppressed
"Clergy from 7 historic downtown religious communities in Pensacola, FL regularly meet and have become trusted friends. Here, in the video below, they reflect on [...]
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How can America heal from the Trump era? Lessons from Germany’s transformation into a prosperous democracy after Nazi rule
In my early career years, I was a classroom teacher for children of personnel at European headquarters for the US Air Force. At that time, [...]
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How to seek truth in the era of fake news – a prophetic 2017 Ted Talk with Christiane Amanpour
"Known worldwide for her courage and clarity, Christiane Amanpour has spent the past three decades interviewing business, cultural and political leaders who have shaped history. [...]
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How should schools teach kids about what happened at the US Capitol on January 6? We asked 6 education experts
Miss Ethel - "A Beautiful Voice" - was a classroom teacher. Curator for this e-magazine and daughter of Miss Ethel, I was a school counselor. [...]
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Here’s why some people are willing to challenge bullying, corruption and bad behavior, even at personal risk
"Psychologists like me describe those who are willing to defend their principles in the face of potentially negative social consequences such as disapproval, ostracism and [...]
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Populism erupts when people feel disconnected and disrespected
"Although people voted for Donald Trump for many reasons, there is growing evidence that much of his appeal is rooted in problems of social integration. [...]
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5 strategies for cultivating hope this year
"As a research scientist whose work focuses on positive psychology among people facing challenges, I am deeply aware that if ever there were a time [...]
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This mask-wearing appeal could work better than shaming
"Emphasizing the act of protecting others may help people who would otherwise be reluctant to practice COVID protection to feel independent and strong, rather than [...]
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New Year’s resolution tips for 2021: Focus on getting to the end of COVID-19
"The future has become less predictable, which also means that setting long-term goals is much more difficult. It’s hard to imagine an ideal self without [...]