Where Does Torture Start? Where Does It End?
As Americans we have to face our own complicity in the government-sanctioned torture of our time.
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Does A Recession Make Us Less Compassionate?
Ed and Deb Shapiro | Posted 07.05.2009 | Living
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When we have money we tend to build a bigger house and then we have to put a fence around it to keep people out, and then we have to become wary of an...
Sister Helen Prejean, of Dead Man Walking fame, on a Kinder Christianity (Video)
Waylon Lewis | Posted 06.30.2009 | Living
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The nun behind Dead Man Walking, the best-selling book and movie offers a Christianity that's about mercy, compassion, forgiveness, humor. "It's all about waking up," Sister Helen says.
The Empathy Seat on the Supreme Court
Thane Rosenbaum | Posted 06.29.2009 | Politics
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Somewhere between graduating from law school, the passing of the bar, and the hanging up of a shingle, those who are licensed to navigate our legal system have lost their inner-Atticus Finch.
10 Ways To Overcome Your Fears
Tara Stiles | Posted 06.23.2009 | Living
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I'm sitting in my hotel room in LA after a long few days of exciting meetings, deal making, and other fun adventures, scanning my psychology for fears...
The Case of the Compassionate City
Reverend Billy | Posted 06.05.2009 | Living
If the bull-horn is seized, the old diner is bulldozed. But if the bull-horn has its free speech, the diner stays. Compassion needs the voices. We solved the crime.
Jack Kemp: Bleeding-Heart Conservative
Jim Wallis | Posted 06.05.2009 | Politics
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Kemp was a fervent believer in "supply side economics," which I just as fervently oppose. But you do not have to agree with all of Jack Kemp's economic policies to be impressed and inspired with his life and leadership.
A Blueprint For Effective Activism
Donna Albergotti | Posted 05.14.2009 | Living
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The Animal Activists' Handbook is a quick one- to two-sitting read that could inspire its readers to a lifetime of activism in behalf of human and nonhuman animals.
Buddhist Advice For Tough Times... via Sakyong Mipham
Waylon Lewis | Posted 04.24.2009 | Living
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When our news is filled with the karmic results of our "Greed is Good!" ways (AIG, Merril Lynch, Madoff and Ponzi schemes), I personally find it helpful to turn back to my Buddhist tradition.
How To Forgive - And Be Happy Now
Anne Naylor | Posted 04.14.2009 | Living
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"To forgive is the highest, most beautiful form of love. In return, you will receive untold peace and happiness." -- Robert Muller Forgiving can be ...
Self-Help 101: Compassion
Kay Goldstein | Posted 04.09.2009 | Living
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Do we heap on another layer of judgment for our predicament? Or do we respond with gentleness and compassion?
Our Moral Audit of the Budget
Jim Wallis | Posted 04.02.2009 | Politics
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My prediction is that many in the faith community, especially those on the front lines of serving the poor, will rally around the principles and priorities of this budget.
Raising Moral Kids without Gods: Wisdom Commons
Valerie Tarico | Posted 02.09.2009 | Living
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Research shows us that healthy human children come into the world primed to become moral members of society, just like they come into the world primed to acquire language.
The Impact of Kindness: Riches and Regrets
SaraKay Smullens | Posted 01.27.2009 | Living
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I find myself looking back and remembering those who showed me enormous kindness -- as well as opportunities for kindness to those I had not been deeply involved with.
Compassion In Times Of Financial Crisis
Mona Ackerman | Posted 01.25.2009 | Living
Q: This economy is really creating all kinds of problems. I hear people complaining about their reduced lifestyles and panicking about mounting bil...
The Most Generous Gift of All is Free
Laurie Nadel | Posted 01.21.2009 | Living
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These days, most of us feel some resentment towards something or someone: the economy, the President, employers, all the usual suspects. You may even feel angry at God for not intervening.
3 Ways to Get Self-Centered For The Holidays
Jason Mannino | Posted 12.23.2009 | Living
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When we think "self-centered," unpleasant images often come to mind; but it becomes important in the context of self-actualization to distinguish SELF...
The Greatest Christmas Gift
John W. Whitehead | Posted 01.11.2009 | Living
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If there is any lesson for this time of the year, it is sharing with those in need and showing compassion to our fellow human beings.
Wanna Check out Buddhism? Top 10 Buddhist Teachers Living in America.
Waylon Lewis | Posted 01.06.2009 | Living
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Get thee to an eco meditation cushion, if only for a few minutes each morning before the day's madness ensues, and if you need a jump-start of inspiration or a little training, check out one of these Buddhist teachers.
Grace: Setting a Bold Agenda for the New President
Cathleen Falsani | Posted 12.24.2008 | Living
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Obama's election was, for many of the leaders present at the Global Peace Initiative, an indication not only of a shift in political power, but of spiritual power as well.
Why is the Charter for Compassion so Important?
Karen Armstrong | Posted 12.19.2008 | Living
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Each one of the world religions has developed its own version of the Golden Rule and maintained that this is the prime religious duty.
A Blessing Time: Gratitude In the Midst Of Uncertainty
Dr. Judith Rich | Posted 12.19.2008 | Living
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With Thanksgiving just around the corner, a time for counting for our blessings, I offer this stunning video by Br. David-Steindl-Rast, Austrian-born ...
The Mystery of the Compassionate Brain
Deepak Chopra | Posted 12.15.2008 | Home
An article in the Washington Post On Faith section in response to their question: Religion scholar Karen Armstrong is asking the world to write a Char...
Ignore the Negative Ads; Watch How He Treats His Wife
Pam Atherton | Posted 11.28.2008 | Home
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There are quick ways to assess the measure of a man, whether he's a date or a guy running for office. Anybody can put on party manners for the camera, but what is he like underneath the show?
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