Is “better safe than sorry” always the best approach? Learn the meaning of this proverb, when to use it wisely, and when a little risk might be worthwhile.
Beauty is Only Skin Deep: Meaning and When to Use It
Is beauty only a surface-level thing? Explore the proverb “beauty is only skin deep” with examples of when to use it (and when not to).
Bad News Travels Fast: Understanding the Proverb
Is it true that bad news spreads faster? Explore the meaning of this proverb, when it applies, and when it doesn’t.
The Power and Limits of “Ask and You Shall Receive”
Explore the wisdom of “Ask and you shall receive.” Learn when to apply this proverb for success, and when a different approach might be better.
Understanding Karma: The Proverb “As You Sow, So Shall You Reap”
Explore the proverb “As you sow, so shall you reap.” Learn its meaning, real-world examples, appropriate usage, and the concept of karma.
An Ounce of Prevention: The Timeless Wisdom of Proactive Problem-Solving
Explore the power of the “ounce of prevention” proverb. Learn when it applies best and how to use proactive thinking for happier, healthier living.
An Apple a Day: Fact or Fiction? Exploring an Old Proverb
Is “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” just an old wives’ tale? Discover the health benefits of apples and when this proverb holds true…and when it doesn’t.
All That Glitters Is Not Gold: Unraveling a Timeless Proverb
What does “all that glitters is not gold” mean? Explore the wisdom of this proverb, when to use it, and when it might miss the mark.
“All’s Fair in Love and War”: Dangerous Proverb or Misunderstood?
We dissect the proverb “all’s fair in love and war.” Does it hold up? Learn when it’s misapplied, and how to navigate love and conflict with integrity.
“All Good Things Must Come to an End”: Embracing Impermanence
Is the “all good things must come to an end” proverb pessimistic? Explore the meaning, appropriate usage, and finding the beauty in endings and new beginnings.
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The Universal Flame: The History and Psychology of Winter Lights (From Yule to Hanukkah)
Why do we light candles in winter? Explore the anthropology of the Advent candle, Menorah, Diya, and Yule log. Discover the shared human history of combating darkness with light.
When the Bells Stop Ringing 1 | The Pâtisserie Window
Paris in winter is often painted as a romantic wonderland, but for ten-year-old Chloé, the City of Lights offers no warmth—only the biting wind and the rules of the street: don’t loiter, don’t touch, don’t look like a problem.
Beyond the Scramble: Overcoming Artificial Borders Through 21st-Century Cooperation
The “Scramble for Africa” & Sykes-Picot created borders that sparked conflict. This article pivots to the solutions: cross-border economic zones, the AU, and cultural festivals that are making those lines irrelevant.
Is Your English Really English? A Quiz on the Global Gift of Words
Does your vocabulary come from Hindi, Swahili, or Chinese? This fun quiz teaches you the global origins of ‘shampoo,’ ‘safari,’ ‘ketchup,’ and more!
Can We Fix This? A Quiz on the Real Language of Climate Solutions
Go beyond the scary headlines. This interactive quiz teaches you the constructive, forward-looking vocabulary for the path forward, like ‘climate justice,’ ‘sustainable development,’ and ‘indigenous-led conservation.’
Where Did Your Shirt Come From? A Quiz on the Global Origins of Fashion
This fun fashion quiz helps you trace the global origins of textiles. Match patterns like Paisley, Kente cloth, and Batik to their home countries and celebrate our shared textile heritage.