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Astrological Overview and Horoscope: May 20 - 26, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended...
The Cosmic Memory Bank: A Universe of Memories and Insights
The existence of a personally accessible, collective cosmic memory bank has been proposed not just by scientists and mystics but also by philosophers, biologists, and psychologists around the world.
LIVING IN HARMONY
How Birdwatching Can Boost Your Mental Health
The joy of birdwatching: research shows it can improve mental health and foster a sense of wellbeing
How Cannabis and Psilocybin Could Relieve Chronic Pain
How cannabis and psilocybin might help some of the 50 million Americans who are experiencing chronic pain
Plant Spirit Medicine for Connection, Health, and Healing Long Covid
We are all intimately interconnected in this web of life. Since the beginning of time, people have been deeply connected to the natural world, relating to it as a source of food, shelter,...
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Is 2024 the New 1968? A Look at America's Political Crossroads
1968 was an inflection point for the US. Is another one coming in 2024?
The Science Behind Aurora's Stunning Colors Explained
What causes the different colours of the aurora? An expert explains the electric rainbow
La Niña is Coming and How it Fuels Dangerous Atlantic Hurricanes
La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season – an atmospheric scientist explains this climate phenomenon...
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La Niña is Coming and How it Fuels Dangerous Atlantic Hurricanes
La Niña is coming, raising the chances of a dangerous Atlantic hurricane season – an atmospheric scientist explains this climate phenomenon...
Africa's Climate Tipping Point: Sahara's Drying and Future Impacts
Africa dramatically dried out 5,500 years ago – our new study may warn us of future climate tipping points.
Resurrecting Operation Wetback: Trump’s Plan and Why It’s Destined to Fail
Trump promises to deport all undocumented immigrants, resurrecting a 1950s strategy − but it didn’t work then and is less likely to do so now
How Birdwatching Can Boost Your Mental Health
The joy of birdwatching: research shows it can improve mental health and foster a sense of wellbeing
How Cannabis and Psilocybin Could Relieve Chronic Pain
How cannabis and psilocybin might help some of the 50 million Americans who are experiencing chronic pain
Cramming for Exams? Here’s How to Make It Work
Cramming for an exam isn’t the best way to learn – but if you have to do it, here’s how
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: May 20 - 26, 2024
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended...
The Cosmic Memory Bank: A Universe of Memories and Insights
The existence of a personally accessible, collective cosmic memory bank has been proposed not just by scientists and mystics but also by philosophers, biologists, and psychologists around the world.
Plant Spirit Medicine for Connection, Health, and Healing Long Covid
We are all intimately interconnected in this web of life. Since the beginning of time, people have been deeply connected to the natural world, relating to it as a source of food, shelter,...
Coming Home: Welcome to the Next Chapter of Your Life
While I knew I had learned a lot about myself on this trip, I also knew there was a lot of work ahead of me. This was a big step in my healing journey, and I knew it wasn’t the last.
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A Squatter in My Studio Office
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Resurrecting Operation Wetback: Trump’s Plan and Why It’s Destined to Fail
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Making Merry: How We Revived Melbourne's Merri Creek
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When we say such things as "You hurt me," "You made me do it," "You made me angry," or "You make me crazy” we are giving in to the impulse…
Foxtail Seed Pods: Protect Your Pets from This Summer Hazard
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Eyes Reveal Early Signs of Dementia Up to 12 Years in Advance
How your vision can predict dementia 12 years before it is diagnosed – new study.
Africa's Climate Tipping Point: Sahara's Drying and Future Impacts
Africa dramatically dried out 5,500 years ago – our new study may warn us of future climate tipping points.
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Something Needs to Be Done: "Progress" or Shared Ecology?
The more I looked into the subject of life’s capacity to heal and renew after divisive setbacks, the deeper and wider my view had to grow.…
Start with Service to the Common Good -- You Then Will Unlock Your Full Potential
As Martin Luther King once said: “Everyone can be great because everyone can serve. You don’t even have to make your subjects and verbs…
More Than One Style of Empathy: One Style Does Not Fit All
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Astrological Overview and Horoscope: May 13 - 19, 2024
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The Truth About Vegan Dog Food: What the Science Really Says
Vegan dog food has been hailed as the healthiest – our study shows the reality is more complicated
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How Scientists Are Communicating with Dreamers
The study of dreams: scientists uncover new communication channels with dreamers
The Hidden Risks of Over-Synchronizing with Your Child
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InnerSelf's Daily Inspiration: May 21, 2024
The Daily Inspiration is a short message to help set the tone for the day. It is linked to a longer article for additional insights and…