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Got Heat? Cold? Wildfires? Droughts? Hurricanes?
Despite the cascading and escalating threats of climate change, many people still avoid talking about it, or struggle to pay attention long enough to act.
Go Out and Do Something Difficult and Challenging
Technology makes some things easier, but it can also undermine our growth. If you want to stay sharp, retain your knowledge, and hone your creativity, challenge yourself.
As the Clock Ticks Down on 2020, Let's Ask for Help and Offer Help
54 Million people in America are facing food insecurity during the pandemic. Lines and waits at food banks have grown to epic proportions. More and more of our fellow citizens are asking for help amidst financial strain, unemployment (or under-employment), and illness.
Month 5 of the COVID-Marathon: Yes, we can!
We are now around five months into shelter-in-place, at least in the Bay Area. We are not even beginning to return to the “normal” that some people were hoping for.
The Resilience Factor
I believe that most of us have a story (or two, three or more) about a time in our lives that was a struggle in some respect or an obstacle that we had to overcome. There is no denying that life is full of challenges.
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