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Perspectives on the Current Global Crisis: A Conversation with Ralph Metzner

By Will Shonbrun — 2016

A conversation with Ralph Metzner about his book, The Expansion of Consciousness, and his reflections on questions that touch on the most profound problems we face for our survival, our existence as a species.

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We Rise: The Earth Guardians Guide to Building a Movement that Restores the Planet

Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is a 16-year-old climate activist, hip-hop artist, and powerful new voice on the frontlines of a global youth-led movement. He and his group the Earth Guardians believe that today’s youth will play an important role in shaping our future.

Xiuhtezcatl Martinez

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Eco Winners: Uncovering the Traits of Successful Environmental Leaders

"All those who love our planet Earth: Eco Winners is a guidebook and a pep talk... a sigh of relief and a battle cry for those who want to better our world TODAY." - Mellie Napolitano, Author of Hola Miss

Katya Pronichenko

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Profiles of Purpose: Yes She Can

Elsie Dogbeah, owner of Home Fresh Foods, an agro-processor of African ethnic foods, shares her passion for creating a woman-centric business.

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This Is Why Creativity and Empathy Will Be as Important as AI in the Jobs of the Future

Technology is radically transforming the world of work. But despite AI’s rapid advancements, robots will never be able to do everything humans can. Saadia Zahidi explains how creativity and empathy will be more important in the future, as jobs grow in professions such as caregiving and teaching.

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Discusses the Importance of Athletes Using Their Voices | The Arena

NBA Hall of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shares how he first became a social activist during the historic Cleveland Summit and the importance of today’s generation of athletes to continue bringing issues of social injustice to the forefront.

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Love Without Reason: The Lost Art of Giving a F*ck

If the world’s problems feel overwhelming and making a difference seems impossible, you’re not alone. So many of us wish we could be doing something good and purposeful, but we get stuck.

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Evening Thoughts: Reflecting on Earth as a Sacred Community

This new collection of essays, from various years and occasions, expands and deepens ideas articulated in his earlier writings and also breaks new ground. Berry opens our eyes to the full dimensions of the ecological crisis, framing it as a crisis of spiritual vision.

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The Need for Roots: Prelude to a Declaration of Duties Towards Mankind

Hailed by Andre Gide as the patron saint of all outsiders, Simone Weil’s short life was ample testimony to her beliefs. In 1942 she fled France along with her family, going firstly to America. She then moved back to London in order to work with de Gaulle.

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The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country

On January 20, 2021, Amanda Gorman Became The Sixth And Youngest Poet, At Age Twenty-two, To Deliver A Poetry Reading At A Presidential Inauguration. Her Inaugural Poem, The Hill We Climb, Is Now Available To Cherish In This Special Edition.

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Amanda Gorman Reads Inauguration Poem, ‘The Hill We Climb’

Amanda Gorman, a 22-year-old poet, read an original work at President Joe Biden’s inauguration.

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