Category: Curated

Do You Feel Like You’re Sipping Coffee While the World Burns?

Ever feel guilty for not joining the protest outside your window? Explore how to care—and act—in ways that make a difference and align with your gifts, your energy, and your life.

It’s not about doing everything. It’s about doing something—aligned with your gifts, your capacity, and your season of life.

Lindsey Godwin Ph.D.

In the article “Do You Feel Like You’re Sipping Coffee While the World Burns?” by Lindsey Godwin, Ph.D., the author discusses the feelings of guilt that often arise when individuals don’t participate in social movements or protests. Godwin emphasizes the importance of contributing in ways that resonate with one’s unique gifts, energy, and current life situation. She asserts that the goal isn’t to do everything but rather to take meaningful actions that align with one’s capabilities and circumstances.

To delve deeper into these insights and explore how you can make a difference in your own way, be sure to read the full article here.

Source: Do You Feel Like You’re Sipping Coffee While the World Burns?

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Paul Revere’s Ride

“Paul Revere’s Ride” is a narrative poem written by American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, first published in 1861 in the Atlantic Monthly. The poem is inspired by the historical events surrounding the American Revolution and specifically recounts the midnight ride of Paul Revere on April 18, 1775, as he warned the American colonists of the approaching British forces.

Longfellow aimed to create a patriotic piece that would evoke a sense of national pride and unity during a time of crisis in America, as the country was on the brink of the Civil War. The poem romanticizes Revere’s ride and portrays him as a heroic figure in the fight for independence. Longfellow’s use of rhythmic structure and vivid imagery helped popularize the story of Paul Revere, making it a staple of American folklore.

Though artistic liberties were taken in the narrative, the poem’s legacy endured, and it remains one of Longfellow’s most celebrated works. It has continued to influence American literature and culture, serving as a symbol of the spirit of resistance and the quest for freedom. And so it begins…

Listen, my children, and you shall hear
Of the midnight ride of Paul Revere,
On the eighteenth of April, in Seventy-Five:
Hardly a man is now alive
Who remembers that famous day and year…

Source: Paul Revere’s Ride, by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow – The Atlantic

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When Your AI Assistant Is Much Smarter Than You

As AI eclipses us, what becomes of our intellect’s purpose and accountability?


“The real problem is not whether machines think, but whether men do.”

 B.F. Skinner

As AI technology advances, questions arise about the implications of machines potentially surpassing human intelligence. The article “When Your AI Assistant Is Much Smarter Than You” explores the relationship between human intellect and artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of maintaining accountability and purpose in our thinking processes. It highlights the concern that as AI becomes more capable, humans might rely too heavily on machines, potentially diminishing our own critical thinking skills. The quote from B.F. Skinner serves as a reminder to prioritize human thought and awareness in an age increasingly dominated by intelligent systems. The article urges readers to reflect on their cognitive responsibilities in the face of rapidly evolving technology.

Source: When Your AI Assistant Is Much Smarter Than You

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This Is What a Digital Coup Looks Like

If this is the status quo, how then do we we who aspire to mindfulness respond?

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy: The 2025 60 Minutes Interview

9 children killed by a Russian missile. How long will this continue?

Bonus…

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Photographing the Final Days of World War II in Germany

Archival images from the last weeks of World War II, taken by an American Army combat photographer during a push across eastern France into southern Germany.

Source: Photographing the Final Days of World War II in Germany

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Marriage Is Evolving. Are You Keeping Up?

“Statistical trends paint a clear picture: Marriage rates have steadily declined over the past few decades. In the United States, for example, the marriage rate has dropped by nearly 60% since the 1970s. Other developed nations report similar trends, with countries like Sweden and France seeing more people opting for long-term cohabitation over legal marriage. Even in traditionally marriage-centric cultures, such as Japan and South Korea, marriage rates are plummeting, and birth rates are following suit.

Several factors contribute to this decline, ranging from economic instability to shifting social values. Younger generations may be questioning the necessity of marriage, viewing it as an outdated institution that no longer serves a meaningful purpose in modern society.”

Source: Marriage Is Evolving. Are You Keeping Up?

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Bucha massacre

The Bucha massacre (Ukrainian: Бучанська різанина, romanized: Buchanska rizanyna; Russian: Резня в Буче, romanized: Reznya v Buche) was the mass murder of Ukrainian civilians and prisoners of war[12] by the Russian Armed Forces during the fight for and occupation of the city of Bucha as part of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Photographic and video evidence of the massacre emerged on 1 April 2022 after Russian forces withdrew from the city.[13][14]

Source: Bucha massacre – Wikipedia

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How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days

“What luck, for governments, that the people are stupid!”

Adolf Hitler

He used the constitution to shatter the constitution. Source: How Hitler Dismantled a Democracy in 53 Days

#historyisrepeatingitself

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Treating employees as the enemy

Does your company punish you for clicking on fake phishing attempts?

“Three years ago, we made the case against phishing your own employees through simulated phishing campaigns. They do little to improve security: click rates tend to be reduced (temporarily) but not to zero – and each remaining click can enable an attack. They also have a hidden cost in terms of productivity – employees have to spend time processing more emails that are not relevant to their work, and then spend more time pondering whether to act on emails. In a recent paper, Melanie Volkamer and colleagues provided a detailed listing of the pros and cons from the perspectives of security, human factors and law. One of the legal risks was finding yourself in court with one of the 600-pound digital enterprise gorillas for trademark infringement – Facebook objected to their trademark and domain being impersonated. They also likely don’t want their brand to be used in attacks because, contrary to what some vendors tell you, being tricked by your employer is not a pleasant experience. Negative emotions experienced with an event often transfer to anyone or anything associated with it – and negative emotions are not what you want associated with your brand if your business depends on keeping billions of users engaging with your services as often as possible.” Source: Still treating users as the enemy: entrapment and the escalating nastiness of simulated phishing campaigns

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On Imbolc…

Raffaello Palandri is one of my favorite bloggers. Articles like these are the reason why…

Imbolc: The Festival of Light and Renewal
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Is it time to break up with alcohol?

I am considering this information from Dr. Sarah Wakeman, Senior Medical Director of Substance Use Disorder at Harvard’s Mass General Brigham Hospital:

For your convenience, I’ve also added an AI summary of the article if you’d like the high notes in 30 seconds:

Mel Robbins Podcast Summary

This episode of the Mel Robbins Podcast delves deep into the science and personal impacts of alcohol consumption. With expert insights from Dr. Sarah Wakeman, listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of how alcohol affects various aspects of health, the risks associated with different levels of drinking, and practical strategies for reducing or addressing problematic alcohol use. The conversation emphasizes empathy, informed decision-making, and the availability of effective treatments for alcohol use disorder.

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Hard Times

This song goes out to my friend Amy who loves James Taylor so much more than me…

Bonus JT song…

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10 Questions for Fact-Checking Social Media and the News

Nowadays, everyone needs to learn how to do their own fact-checking and content moderation. Just because something is repeated thousands of times does not mean it is true.

Source: 10 Questions for Fact-Checking Social Media and the News

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Achieving contentment this year

Karl Duffy shares…

“There are two methods. One method is to obtain everything that we want and desire – all the money, houses, and cars; the perfect mate; and the perfect body. The Dalai Lama has already pointed out the disadvantage of this approach; if our wants and desires remain unchecked, sooner or later we will run up against something that we want but can’t have. 

The second, and more reliable, method is not to have what we want but rather to want and appreciate what we have.“

Source: achieving contentment this year

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Fall in love with your life

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The Wound Is the Gift: David Whyte on the Relationship Between Anxiety and Intimacy

“Intimacy is presence magnified by our vulnerability, magnified by increasing proximity to the fear that underlies that vulnerability.”

Read this great article in The Marginalian: The Wound Is the Gift: David Whyte on the Relationship Between Anxiety and Intimacy

 

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Happy Idiot (Official)

One possible response to the American election…

“So, I shut it off
So, I shut it all off
So, I shut it off
So, I shut it all off
(Oh, oh, oh) It’s been a long way down (Oh, oh, oh)
It’s been a long way down

What you don’t know won’t hurt you, yeah
Ignorance is bliss
I’m a happy idiot, Waving at cars
I’m gonna bang my head to the wall
‘Til I feel like nothing at all
I’m a happy idiot”

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The Jews of Vienna during the Nazi Era

The history of the Jewish community in Vienna is long and rich, dating back to at least the 12th century when Jews were first documented in the city. However, the era of the Nazis marks a profoundly tragic chapter in this history, characterized by persecution, displacement, and genocide.

Early 20th Century and the Jewish Community

Before the rise of the Nazi regime, Vienna was home to one of the largest and most vibrant Jewish communities in Europe. By the early 20th century, approximately 200,000 Jews lived in Vienna, contributing significantly to the cultural, political, and economic life of the city. They played prominent roles in various fields, including science, the arts, and politics. This community was known for its rich cultural legacy, symbolized by figures such as Sigmund Freud and Theodor Herzl.

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5 Unexpected Ways to Find the Right Mate

“Your new life is going to cost you your old one. It’s going to cost you your comfort zone and your sense of direction. It’s going to cost you relationships and friends. It’s going to cost you being liked and understood. It doesn’t matter. The people who are meant for you are going to meet you on the other side. You’re going to build a new comfort zone around the things that actually move you forward. Instead of being liked, you’re going to be loved. Instead of being understood, you’re going to be seen. All you’re going to lose is what was built for a person you no longer are.” Brianna Wiest

Source: 5 Unexpected Ways to Find the Right Mate – Tiny Buddha

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The Ben Franklin Method for Making a Choice

The “Ben Franklin method” for making a choice involves creating a list of pros and cons for each option, then carefully weighing each factor against the other to determine the best course of action, essentially creating a balanced view to make an informed decision.

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