A ‘global call’ from our friends at Share the World’s Resources (STWR)
By Share The World’s Resources (STWR)
Given that a call for sharing is already a fundamental (if often unacknowledged) demand of engaged citizens and progressive organisations, there is every reason why we should embrace this common cause that unites us all.
If you agree with the need to catalyse a global movement of citizens that embrace sharing as a common cause, please sign and promote…
Planting Seeds of Peace in Liberia
The story I want to share with you is a story of determination, courage, and collective action begun by the women of Liberia that has catalyzed the transformation of a country in seemingly unimaginable ways. In a culture whose fabric was all but destroyed by war, this story is about ending violence and building peace, guided by heartfelt prayers and intentions that manifest in action. The story…
Kosmos webinar with John Stanmeyer, “Illuminating”
“We all are Custodians of information, we all have something that’s important to give and share with the world. And now we are all publishers.” - John Stanmeyer
John Stanmeyer is a visionary leader and world-renowned professional photographer who offered a unique perspective on some of the major issues of our time through his photojournalism on Sunday December 14, 2014 as Kosmos Journal…
Roadmap: A Movement of Movements
By Michael Nagler
PUBLISHED IN FALL | WINTER 2014
We in the progressive movement have been aware for some time that we tend to be ‘siloed’ in our respective niches, whether saving the whales, protesting the 1%, militarism, or what have you. It had become so much a part of how and who we have been, however, that very few of us thought to do anything about it.
Then along came Blessed…
Theory of Mind – Contemplative Science Begins to Unpack the Critical Elements of Caring
By Wendy Hasenkamp
One of the central elements of caring involves the capacity to see things from another person’s point of view. In psychology, this ability is referred to as “theory of mind.” If we want to be able to respond to someone compassionately, we must first understand what he or she may be thinking, feeling, or perceiving—we must have a theory of his or her mind.
In…
Kosmos Webinar: An Afternoon with John Stanmeyer
Dear Readers,
Kosmos has a very special free webinar to offer on December 14th - an afternoon with award winning photojournalist John Stanmeyer, whose photo graces our current cover of Kosmos Journal. His stunning photos are on display at Shaker Dam Coffeehouse, near our headquarters (and in our pages!). We look forward to sharing this time with our Kosmos community. Click here to register.……
Noteworthy – News and Events
TODAY, December 2 is #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is a global day dedicated to giving and generosity. It’s a simple idea. Just find a way for your family, your community, your company or your organization to come together to give something more. Then tell everyone you can about how you are giving. Join us and be a part of a global celebration of a new tradition of generosity.…
Frost Flowers: Nature’s Exquisite Ice Extrusions
By R J Evans
It is as beautiful as it is rare. A frost flower is created on autumn or early winter mornings when ice in extremely thin layers is pushed out from the stems of plants or occasionally wood. This extrusion creates wonderful patterns which curl and fold into gorgeous frozen petioles giving this phenomenon both its name and its appearance.
Image Credit Flickr…
Economics and Politics in the Age of the Phoenix Generation
By Kingsley L. Dennis, from his blog
Innovative change will emerge and provide creative solutions to current economic and political systems in the years, and decades, ahead. Such solutions are likely to emerge from the periphery; from what are known as ‘disruptive technologies.’ That is, creative alternatives are likely to appear as anomalies yet gradually develop to become serious new models.…
Kosmos Webinar: An Afternoon with John Stanmeyer
Kosmos has a very special webinar to offer on December 14th, from 3-5 pm EST - an afternoon with award-winning photojournalist John Stanmeyer, whose photo graces our current cover of Kosmos Journal. His inspiring photos are on display at Shaker Dam Coffeehouse, near our headquarters (and in our pages!). We look forward to sharing this time with our Kosmos community. Click here to register.