PerSpectives

The Lens of Strength and Compassion

by Eric Greitens

Come back on October 11th to read Eric Greitens article on how his involvement in humanitarian work around the world led to Strength and Compassion, his book of photographs and essays.

Riding the Waves of Change: An Ancient Remedy for 21st Century Living

by Mariko Hirakawa

Finding balance in today’s hectic world is no easy task. Let’s face it: we human beings are a complex species! To live in a state of inner poise amidst the many worlds we straddle as individuals, all of which are constantly undergoing change, requires that we become expert surfers on the waves of change. One

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Making Yourself Worthy

by Eboo Patel, PhD

Eboo Patel is the founder and Executive Director of Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC), a Chicago-based institution building the global interfaith youth movement. I met Brother Wayne in the spring of 1997, when I was living and working in Chicago after university. Besides being a Catholic monk, Brother Wayne had a PhD in philosophy and had

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Thriving Starts on the Inside

by Peter Benson

I love watching shows like American Idol. It is not the competition or the judging that appeals to me. It’s the passion and joy I see when people are in the moment and expressing their gift. Remember 19-year-old Joshua Allen, winner of last season’s So You Think You Can Dance? He captured the hearts of

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