Drawing on Lao Tzu's philosophies, we can explore the interconnected nature and unsustainability of colonialism, nationalism, imperialism, and capitalism through the lens of Taoist principles of harmony, balance, and natural order. Interconnectivity and Unsustainability: Colonialism disrupts the natural harmony by imposing foreign rule and exploitation, leading to social, cultural, and environmental imbalance. Nationalism often fosters … Continue reading Harmonizing Humanity: A Taoist Perspective on Sustainable Alternatives to Colonialism, Nationalism, Imperialism, and Capitalism
A little good news — about ‘shrooms
I've always loved mushrooms and couldn't understand why other didn't. No matter how they are cooked, they alway made me happy. According to this, it may have been more than the taste that has kept me coming back for more. Funny thing is, now that I know more of the health benefits of mushrooms, I … Continue reading A little good news — about ‘shrooms
A little good news — we can learn from
If you're anything like me, you find yourself smiling at adorable animal videos on social media at some point during your day. Yes, huge dogs caring for new kittens is adorably cute! Yes, the cat-mom who adopts an opossum or baby bird just makes us saw "awww"! And there are endless other examples of one … Continue reading A little good news — we can learn from
A little good news — about protecting old trees
http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/the-25000-monumental-trees-of-italy-are-old-habitats-shrouded-in-legend/ I recently had to have a hundred year old sugar maple tree cut down in front of my house. It was diseased and rotten from the core out, so it was dangerous. However, while I was waiting for an available tree doctor to determine it's fate, I got an eyeful of how old treen … Continue reading A little good news — about protecting old trees
A little good news — about Mussels and micro plastics
http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/mussels-filter-feed-out-250000-microplastic-particles-per-hour/ This is really interesting. I do have loads of questions, though!!! How do mussel colonies affect coral reefs? What other wildlife will be impacted by the explosion of mussels? How certain is the science that no toxins are absorbed into the mussels' flesh that might impact the food chain that consumes them! What other … Continue reading A little good news — about Mussels and micro plastics
A little good news — for solar energy and pollinators
http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/solar-panel-shade-late-summer-increase-pollinator-numbers-oregon-state-university/ Fascinating!!!! We really do need to spend a little more time observing Mother Nature. I have often wondered why flowers grow so strong on the sides of forest paths. They some sun, obviously, but live in a great deal of shade from the trees. And we don't see the same cluster of flowers growing … Continue reading A little good news — for solar energy and pollinators
The New Renaissance Mindset 