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The Noise of Poverty; Understanding Its Power over Self & Other
As I transition from the “West” to Uganda—yet again—I am anticipating the different sounds in the lifescape. Some will welcome me, emoting joy and pleasure. Others will attack me in offensive ways, stirring negativity and frustration. Others will be processed subconsciously—and yet will Read more […]
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“Chatters of Glee” (and 27 other things that make me happy)
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“Thought-Snapshots” (A 2-minute post from London–on contemplating delight.)
Two nights ago I was in a meeting with colleagues, discussing cultural implications for resilience among young people, and then off to a dinner with friends at a favorite eatery in downtown San Diego. Last night I was crammed into an uncomfortable airplane seat for 11 hours, flying across seas and Read more […]
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“Especially Set Aside” (An 80-second reading on creating space for conversations that matter.)
The music is pumped up on the car radio, you’re driving to a somewhat familiar place, but then suddenly you realize you’re lost. What’s the first thing you do? You turn down your radio. Why? Because you need to create cognitive space for the task of reorienting yourself. Like a collection Read more […]