Unleashing Hidden Talents for Personal Fulfillment
Everyone possesses unique talents meant to be shared with the world. The stories of Walt Disney and Cesar Millan illustrate how embracing…
Supreme Court Power Clash: Can the Unitary Executive Theory Tip America into Autocracy?
America’s highest court just opened a term packed with cases that could redraw the map of presidential power—tariffs by fiat, firing protections for independent officials, even birthright...
The Harvard-Stamped Hammer Looking for a Nail
Peter Navarro has a Harvard Ph.D. in economics. Let that sink in. The same guy who helped launch a trade war with China by applying 19th-century thinking to a 21st-century economy was trained at...
What Jane Goodall Taught Us About Being Human
Jane Goodall didn’t just show us chimpanzees. She held up a mirror. By revealing empathy, culture, and family life in our closest relatives, she challenged the story we tell about ourselves—and...
Hazardous Chemicals in Clothing Production and Regulation
Concerns about hazardous substances in clothing production are growing, with manufacturers increasingly scrutinizing their supply chains. Despite regulations on fabric content, many harmful...
The Death of True Conservatism and What Comes Next
What happens when a nation confuses comfort with character? When expediency becomes the national pastime? In a recent conversation between David Brooks and Scott Galloway, something profound was...
Impact of Poll Observers on Election Integrity
The rise of partisan poll observers, as encouraged by political campaigns, raises concerns about voter intimidation and potential discrimination at polling places. With varying state laws allowing...
Finding Balance in Inner and Outer Service
The article emphasizes the interconnectedness of humanity and the importance of balancing inner and outer work to serve the greater good. It advocates for sacred activism, combining spiritual...
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The Role of Joy in Building Community and Change
Joy is essential for inspiring change and fostering a culture of caring. As society shifts from materialism to prioritizing human…
- By John Payne
If you believe that you are here to prove yourself worthy, then your thoughts and subsequent actions will convey that belief and will indeed keep you where you are and keep you away from the imagined prize of perfection.
