Episode 16 of "This Is the Way": The Zhuangzi on UselessnessThe theme of uselessness in Daoism invites a reconsideration of value and purpose, suggesting that what appears useless may still hold significance.
Alley/Hobo: A Short Play on Bears v. PatriotsIn life, perspective shapes our understanding of significance, as illustrated through the contrasting scenarios of mundane vs. serious confrontations.
Episode 16 of "This Is the Way": The Zhuangzi on UselessnessThe theme of uselessness in Daoism invites a reconsideration of value and purpose, suggesting that what appears useless may still hold significance.
Alley/Hobo: A Short Play on Bears v. PatriotsIn life, perspective shapes our understanding of significance, as illustrated through the contrasting scenarios of mundane vs. serious confrontations.
Opinion | The World Is a Mess, and It's Still the Best Time to Be AliveDespite ongoing global tragedies, significant progress has been made in child mortality rates, marking 2024 as a historic low.
Behind the Months-Long 'Nickel Boys' Discussions of How, When, and Where to Switch POVsThe innovative 'sentient POV' filming technique in 'Nickel Boys' significantly alters viewer engagement and character perspective.
I'm a Hundred and Thirty Years Old-Here's What I Wish I'd Known When I Was a Hundred and TenEmbrace individuality and stop worrying about others' opinions.Focus on enjoying and being present in your life now.Reflecting on past decisions can lead to regret; make wiser choices.Value meaningful relationships over fleeting encounters.
People Are Sharing The Most Overhyped Things About Sex, And It's SpicyNot every experience needs to be extraordinary; it's okay to have just fine moments.
I'm a Hundred and Thirty Years Old-Here's What I Wish I'd Known When I Was a Hundred and TenEmbrace individuality and stop worrying about others' opinions.Focus on enjoying and being present in your life now.Reflecting on past decisions can lead to regret; make wiser choices.Value meaningful relationships over fleeting encounters.
People Are Sharing The Most Overhyped Things About Sex, And It's SpicyNot every experience needs to be extraordinary; it's okay to have just fine moments.
Is Aging Good or Bad? 13 Issues to ConsiderAging can bring confusion and health issues, but sharing positive perspectives can help individuals cope better with the challenges.
Finding the light in this dark world | LettersFinding beauty and peace in the world amid its challenges can lead to gratitude and hope.Engaging actively with our values can complement the hope we find in observation.
An attitude of gratitude makes the space for graceGratitude for life's experiences, even during sickness, reveals a deeply reflective perspective on one's existence.
Is Aging Good or Bad? 13 Issues to ConsiderAging can bring confusion and health issues, but sharing positive perspectives can help individuals cope better with the challenges.
Finding the light in this dark world | LettersFinding beauty and peace in the world amid its challenges can lead to gratitude and hope.Engaging actively with our values can complement the hope we find in observation.
An attitude of gratitude makes the space for graceGratitude for life's experiences, even during sickness, reveals a deeply reflective perspective on one's existence.
Overwhelmed by Life? Dinosuars and Stars May Hold AnswersPerspective on life can be gained by observing ancient geological and astronomical phenomena.The discovery of ancient dinosaur tracks and fast-forming galaxies highlights the complexity and vastness of time.
Opinion: Separating science and the humanities is hurting usScientists' perspectives are heavily influenced by their tools and expertise, often limiting their understanding of complex phenomena.
Overwhelmed by Life? Dinosuars and Stars May Hold AnswersPerspective on life can be gained by observing ancient geological and astronomical phenomena.The discovery of ancient dinosaur tracks and fast-forming galaxies highlights the complexity and vastness of time.
Opinion: Separating science and the humanities is hurting usScientists' perspectives are heavily influenced by their tools and expertise, often limiting their understanding of complex phenomena.
Discover the Mathemagic with Drag Queen Kyne SantosMathematics can be applied to every aspect of life, revealing patterns that help us understand the world around us.
Interpretation of signs - High Country NewsThe desert serves as a space for introspection and clarity, highlighting profound questions about identity and connection.
Dasha Surma's artworks are all about making magic out of the mundaneDasha Surma's drawings celebrate ordinary beauty from a fresh perspective, connecting to nature and reflecting on societal issues.
Discover the Mathemagic with Drag Queen Kyne SantosMathematics can be applied to every aspect of life, revealing patterns that help us understand the world around us.
Interpretation of signs - High Country NewsThe desert serves as a space for introspection and clarity, highlighting profound questions about identity and connection.
Dasha Surma's artworks are all about making magic out of the mundaneDasha Surma's drawings celebrate ordinary beauty from a fresh perspective, connecting to nature and reflecting on societal issues.
"Wicked"'s Call to KindnessGenerosity isn't contingent on deserving; it reflects the world we wish to create and who we choose to be.
The Illusion of Simplicity and the Magic of LifeOur limited perspective can overshadow the complexity and effort behind ordinary experiences, turning potential enjoyment into frustration.
The Power of Finding Hidden Opportunities in Our Problems - Tiny BuddhaProblems can be overcome by viewing them from a higher perspective, allowing us to identify hidden opportunities and solutions.
20 Trends That Will Define the Lives of American Men in 2025Life is all about perspective, especially regarding expectations for 2025.
The Power of Finding Hidden Opportunities in Our Problems - Tiny BuddhaProblems can be overcome by viewing them from a higher perspective, allowing us to identify hidden opportunities and solutions.
20 Trends That Will Define the Lives of American Men in 2025Life is all about perspective, especially regarding expectations for 2025.
How Leonardo da Vinci Painted The Last Supper: A Deep Dive Into a MasterpieceLeonardo da Vinci's works prior to The Last Supper were pivotal in developing his understanding of perspective, layout, and composition.
Rare Fra Angelico crucifixion scene acquired by Ashmolean for 4.48m after tense fundraising campaignFra Angelico's early crucifixion scene represents a pioneering step in the emotional and realistic depiction of religious themes in Renaissance art.
How Leonardo da Vinci Painted The Last Supper: A Deep Dive Into a MasterpieceLeonardo da Vinci's works prior to The Last Supper were pivotal in developing his understanding of perspective, layout, and composition.
Rare Fra Angelico crucifixion scene acquired by Ashmolean for 4.48m after tense fundraising campaignFra Angelico's early crucifixion scene represents a pioneering step in the emotional and realistic depiction of religious themes in Renaissance art.
The mortgage rate resting state: Understanding the new normalPerspective on mortgage rates can easily be lost; it's crucial to trust data over feelings in financial decisions.
Because I Lost My Mom: 6 Gifts I Now Appreciate - Tiny BuddhaPerspective can influence how we deal with trauma; control over our view can aid in healing.
Five of the best books about griefBooks on grief offer solace and perspective.Grief can be explored through simple yet powerful words and imagery.
Because I Lost My Mom: 6 Gifts I Now Appreciate - Tiny BuddhaPerspective can influence how we deal with trauma; control over our view can aid in healing.
Five of the best books about griefBooks on grief offer solace and perspective.Grief can be explored through simple yet powerful words and imagery.
Older Adults Are Sharing The Heartbreaking Parts About Getting OlderAging shifts perspective from abundance of time to prioritizing meaningful actions with limited time.
Denis Cherim's Photos Capture the Coincidental Charisma of Daily ScenesDenis Cherim's photography transforms mundane life into art through light, shadows, and perspective, showcasing hidden beauty in everyday objects.
Field observations of Ambula tardus on Planet IN-409Living among the aliens challenges human perceptions of time, movement, and friendship.
To Manage Conflict Effectively, Watch Your "Punctuation"Conflict is natural and can be managed through understanding perspective, perception, and punctuation.
Field observations of Ambula tardus on Planet IN-409Living among the aliens challenges human perceptions of time, movement, and friendship.
To Manage Conflict Effectively, Watch Your "Punctuation"Conflict is natural and can be managed through understanding perspective, perception, and punctuation.
from The Atlantic2 months agoOn Election Night, Stare Into the AbyssThe presidential election can dominate our thoughts, but the vastness of the cosmos offers a necessary perspective escape from political anxieties.
How "umwelt" can make you more creative and productiveCreativity can be fostered by encouraging different perspectives, as shown through a simple exercise with a stick.
The Graduation Speech: Serious and Useful AdviceResourcefulness in creating new experiences can bring joy and creativity, transforming mundane actions into something magical.
How "umwelt" can make you more creative and productiveCreativity can be fostered by encouraging different perspectives, as shown through a simple exercise with a stick.
The Graduation Speech: Serious and Useful AdviceResourcefulness in creating new experiences can bring joy and creativity, transforming mundane actions into something magical.
When a Friendship Changes ForeverMemories shape our understanding of ourselves and others, but can lead to unexpected revelations during reunions.
Wendy Eisenberg: ViewfinderWendy Eisenberg's album 'Viewfinder' creatively explores the complexity of sight and perspective through its tangible recording space and improvisational sound.
Yaeji Shares New Song "Booboo"Taking a break from clubbing helped gain new perspective and appreciation for the scene.
Planet Earth turns slowlyThe beauty of Earth from space can shift perspectives and appreciation of home, despite its flaws.
Perfect Days review Wim Wenders's zen Japanese drama is his best feature film in yearsHirayama leads a solitary life cleaning public toilets in Tokyo.The film portrays a zen meditation on beauty, fulfillment, and simplicity through Hirayama's perspective.
Planet Earth turns slowlyThe beauty of Earth from space can shift perspectives and appreciation of home, despite its flaws.
Perfect Days review Wim Wenders's zen Japanese drama is his best feature film in yearsHirayama leads a solitary life cleaning public toilets in Tokyo.The film portrays a zen meditation on beauty, fulfillment, and simplicity through Hirayama's perspective.
Holland Taylor on 'generational difference' and future with girlfriend Sarah PaulsonHolland Taylor and Sarah Paulson have a strong and supportive relationship despite their 32-year age gap.
U.S. women's water polo team beset by tragedies keeps rare Olympic loss in perspectiveThe perspective and priorities of Team USA water polo players amid personal hardships highlighted the true meaning of victory and courage.
The Beautiful Gift of Finding Presence in The Ordinary - Tiny BuddhaLife happens during the waiting period, not just at perceived milestones.
Japanese Breakfast at The New Yorker FestivalWriting a memoir requires radical compassion and perspective, leading to understanding and forgiveness.Writing a book takes time and provides the needed distance for personal reflection and growth.
Kids Guess The Prices Of Mountain Bike PartsMountain biking can become an expensive sport that may desensitize participants to the high costs of equipment.Seeking outsider perspectives, such as children's reactions to prices, can provide a reality check for mountain bikers on their spending habits.
Five Reasons Why I Absolutely Loved London's Immersive Korean Art MuseumVaried styles by Korean artist Gyoungtae HongPlay with perspective through moving projections and mirrors
As the 49ers recover, John Lynch heeds a lesson of perspective at the NFL combineThe quick turnaround after a Super Bowl loss is challenging for teams like the 49ers.Maintaining perspective and looking towards the future is crucial for bouncing back from setbacks.
In My Mother's Archive | David A. BellThe author learns more about her mother's life before her birth.The author realizes the male-dominated perspective in her family's history.
Brianna Ghey's mother planning to meet parents of daughter's killerThe mother of murdered teenager Brianna Ghey plans to meet with the parents of her daughter's killers.She does not blame the parents and wants to understand their perspective.Brianna's mother also shared that her daughter originally wanted to be called Britney.
Brendan Hancock: the 10 funniest things I have ever seen (on the internet)Millennials find humor in violence due to their exposure to internet content like Australia's Funniest Home Videos.The author celebrates the humor found in diverse perspectives and references LGBTQ culture in their examples.