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Let’s Have Better and More Productive Conversations About Book Banning

Banned Book Week is approaching, offering a valuable opportunity to discuss what we mean by the term “banned” and to consider whether there are more accurate alternatives.I hope we can use this occasion to spark meaningful conversations, using books as a catalyst for more productive discussions on the various issues that divide our society and…

What if We Came to Love How Complicated Life is?
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What if We Came to Love How Complicated Life is?

Sarah clenched her hands together, her heart racing as she watched her dog take his last breath—sweet, sweet Dog. Tears fell freely from her eyes, blurring her vision. She felt her heart would never heal from losing her four-legged companion, her best friend, since she was ten. She vowed never to love a dog again….

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New Research on Screens and Our Emotional Intelligence

In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate and often uncomfortable process of challenging our beliefs. Join me as I explore the psychological and social mechanisms that make it so difficult to question the ideas we hold dear. We’ll delve into new research on screen time, touch on the ever-controversial topic of politics, and…