Cycles of Change

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Eco-isolationism emerges as a potential solution amidst the ongoing environmental crisis, advocating for the separation of human activities from natural ecosystems to preserve and protect the environment. As global ecological degradation [...]
Proprietary products like those from Apple and Microsoft often bombard users with constant messages and offers for additional features or services. These messages, often designed to generate revenue through subscriptions, can be highly intrusive. [...]
Philanthrocapitalists are very wealthy individuals who believe that their significant personal investments in philanthropy are essential to creating meaningful change in the world and alleviating lack and suffering. They are influential figures who [...]
In the quiet fields of Wiltshire, England, and along the mystical St. Michael's Line, a phenomenon both baffling and mesmerizing has captured the imagination of scientists, conspiracy theorists, and curious onlookers alike: crop circles. These [...]
As homeless people wanting to see less conflict all around, we often wonder what we can do to bring more unity and less divisiveness to the American people. At the top of the pyramid, we see the left and right political ideologues engaged in an [...]

My Current Touring Bicycle

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I have a few days before my flight into LAX, so here is a tour of my current touring bicycle. Photos Here This bike is 25 years in development, and my fourth dedicated touring rig. There are many small tricks and tips I've learned from several tours [...]
Tips for respectful and open communication: Active Listening: Actively listen to others without immediately interjecting your own opinions or judgments. Show that you value their perspective by giving them your full attention. Empathetic [...]
The evolution of consciousness from birth to death is complex and fascinating. Here's a simplified overview: Birth and Early Development: When a baby is born, they have basic sensory awareness. They can see, hear, taste, touch, and smell the world [...]
Depth of human consciousness is influenced by a combination of one's experiences, relationships, personal growth, and the meaning they find in their unique life journey. Comparing depth of consciousness between an individual who lives a sheltered, [...]
Here is a list of common fears that can inhibit people through self-defeating thinking: Fear of Running Out of Time (Time Scarcity): This fear revolves around the idea that there's not enough time to accomplish everything one wants or needs to [...]
A tale depicting a future world of peace, prosperity, and sharing among nations. Will nations ever stop fighting? Will there be a happy ending anytime soon? You be the judge. Once upon a time, in a world not too far away, there were three nations: [...]
In our world, with its many beliefs and ways of life, conflicts often arise, both big and small. These disagreements can be hurtful and create long-lasting divisions. But amidst our differences, there's a shared belief that can bring about [...]