What the Algorithm Did to Our Words—and Why It Matters
From Nadsat to “Unalive”: The Slippery Nature of Speech This month, I’m slowly making my way through A Clockwork Orange for an upcoming book club—and it’s not been easy. Originally…
Read moreWhat the Dalai Lama Taught Me About Responsibility, Kindness, and Connection
In honor of the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday on July 5, 2025, here’s a reflection on his timeless message of compassion, responsibility, and spiritual practice from Ethics for the New…
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Who Do We Need to Go to Mars?
A Thought-Provoking Sci-Fi from Brian McLaren
“But the nun also told her that the dark night of the soul was the tomb for the old you, and it was the womb for the new you. That’s…
Read moreFind Your Edge: Rethink Your Spirituality
“Let us never affirm that thought itself is dangerous.” — Joran Slane Oppelt, Spiritual Edge What Is Spiritual Edge? Spiritual Edge: Exploring the Boundaries and Evolution of Religion is not…
Read moreNeed to Lighten Up? “Big Dumb Eyes” Can Help
I’ve been a fan of Nate Bargatze for awhile—a clean comic with big eyes and a slow Southern drawl. So when I saw he’d written a book (and narrated it…
Read moreIs Forgiveness Optional? Can You Heal Without It?
Is Forgiveness Required for Healing? If you were asked, “Is forgiveness required for someone to recover from a trauma?” You might instinctively answer, “Of course! You can’t fully heal if…
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