In a letter to a grieving father, Albert Einstein shared his thoughts on the human disconnect between the narrow “universe” … More
Category: Quotes
Words: “Never Alone Or Weary Of Life”
Earth sustains us not only in body, but in spirit: “Those who dwell, as scientists or laymen, among the beauties … More
Words: “The Practical Value of Psychology…”
“The practical value of psychology… It is well recognized that the teacher must understand the working of the mind in … More
Words: “To Be Everywhere At Once Is To Be Nowhere Forever”
In our rush to be and do everything, we rush past so much that maybe small in the moment but … More
Words: ” …to resist a technological formula that is sterile”
“Perhaps success in the future will depend partly on our ability to generate cheap power, but I think it will … More
Words: “Be An Intelligent Toiler… “
May we each understand the need, and strive to be, an intelligent toiler… “An infallible test of civilization is that … More
Words: “Water …The Vital Humour Of This Arid Earth”
Leonardo Da Vinci was a keen observer and student of nature. His notes on The Nature of Water, from The … More
Can We Ever Feel Too Valuable?
We all have an innate need to be valued in life — to feel we are valuable as individuals and as members of our community and to feel that our contributions are worthy and appreciated. But can we ever feel too valuable?
Words: “The World Of The Individual Person…”
Recently, Pew Research asked thousands of Americans where they find meaning in life. Instead of presenting group responses, they highlighted the … More
Universal Well-Being And Planetary Considerations
What will it take for us to let go of our endless debates and finger-pointings over global warming or global … More