Evolution is a word for a process that applies to every dynamic system. It applies to biology, social systems (such as economics, politics and culture), and to our personal lives. To understand why ... Read More about Evolution
Week 11: Life as a Journey
Risking, Challenging
To journey as far as we can go – to lead fulfilled and meaningful lives – we must take chances. Though we may fear or be hesitant about venturing onto new ground, wise risk-taking and bold ... Read More about Risking, Challenging
Narratives
Humans are story-tellers. Our stories may be true, or they may be false; literal or symbolic. They are an integral part of being human. ... Read More about Narratives
Exploring
Exploring is journeying in the domain of purposeful action. We can stand in awe, or sit and wonder; when we explore, we make life’s journey more complete. Awe is a feeling, mainly. Wonder is mainly ... Read More about Exploring
Wondering
Not merely a sense of wonderment (that is awe) but truly wondering about the many mysteries that we do not yet understand. The world is full of such mysteries. When we wonder, we take an intellectual ... Read More about Wondering
Being in Awe
Awe - being aware of, excited about and engaged with the world and all it has to offer. Awe is centered in the domain of emotions. The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is ... Read More about Being in Awe
Journeying – Venturing
In addition to seeing life as an invitation, we can also see it as a journey. We make that journey by accepting the invitation to live fully. That invitation is naturally present. Life is not a ... Read More about Journeying – Venturing