Month: July 2026
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On Friendship…or why do we need friends?
Friendship is a voluntary, mutual relationship between individuals characterized by affection, trust, support, and a sense of companionship. Unlike relationships based on family ties or professional obligation, friendship is chosen and maintained through shared interests, experiences, and emotional bonds. Friendship, as a social institution, has undergone significant transformations throughout history, serving diverse functions across different…
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The Quiet Nurture of Nature
This piece was written in the afterglow of a visit to one of the Gulf Islands (Canada) in the Pacific Northwest. The Quiet Nurture of Nature: How Awe Restores Mind, Body, and Spirit In a world that relentlessly asks us to move faster, improve productivity and efficiency, nature invites us to slow down. A tree-topped…