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Civility is really about two things
Civility is really about two things
A Prayer for More Respect and Civility in Politics
O God of Peace and Diversity, the American political system is rife with incivility. We know similar situations exist in other political systems around the world. Today, we pray specifically that yo…
The Quiet Ones
In a cogent piece for The New York Times, David Kreider writes about the battles taking place in Amtrak's silent cars, usually situated right behind business class on the train, as devotees of silen…
Conversation between strangers is terse
Conversation between strangers is terse
Civility & Mussar Practices
I've already written in this blog about how two religious traditions can help us deal with the incivility of our times. The Sufi practice of adab is an antidote to the lack of courtesy in our societ…
Little Courtesies
"What can we do?" is a question we're hearing a lot these days. Spiritual teachers agree that what's important is that we do something, even if it's small.
The Whole Parenting Guide
Many fruitful ideas and practices.
Here Is New York
Nearly 1000 powerful and inspiring images that serve as windows into the experience and the emotions of September 11.
Falling Toward Grace
Essays on the vitality of the sacred in an urban setting.
Grand Canyon
The search for meaning is vividly conveyed in this excellent film that speaks directly to the heart and soul.