What if plants could communicate not just with each other, but with us? This journey into imagination explores the secrets, stories, and ancient wisdom that might be hidden in your garden, a city park, or the pot on your windowsill.
If Your Memories Weren’t Just Yours: The Beautiful, Terrifying World of Shared Consciousness
What if you could experience someone else’s most cherished moments or darkest fears? We explore the profound implications of a world with shared memories, from radical empathy to the very end of privacy as we know it.
The Day the Little White Lie Died: What If We Couldn’t Lie?
Imagine a world where honesty wasn’t a policy, but an inescapable law of nature. What if every lie you told was instantly exposed? We explore the hilarious, terrifying, and surprisingly magical consequences for our lives.
The Brushstroke That Bends Reality: What If Art Could Literally Change the World?
What if a painting could become a doorway, or a song could heal a wound? Explore the fantastical idea that art could alter reality, and discover the surprising ways in which it already does, shaping our world one creation at a time.
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Becoming the Luminary: Why Your New Year’s Resolution Should Be About Character, Not Weight
Tired of failed weight-loss resolutions? This New Year, try a “Character Resolution.” Learn how to become a “Luminary”—a source of light, warmth, and stability in your workplace and home.
Traditions of Light: How the World Fights the Winter Darkness
From the fireballs of Scotland to the candles of Scandinavia, join us on a global tour of light traditions. Discover the meaning behind St. Lucia, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and Hogmanay, and why we all crave light in the dark.
Starlight and Science: Why Winter is the Best Time to Look Up
Cold nights mean clear skies. Discover the science and philosophy of winter stargazing, from the “time travel” of looking at stars to the psychology of awe. Connect with the cosmos this season.
The Warmth of Forgiveness: Why You Should Drop the Grudge Before New Year’s Eve
Carrying a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to suffer. As the New Year approaches, learn why “unilateral forgiveness” is the ultimate act of self-care and how to let go of the heavy baggage from the past year.
The Cold Truth: Why We Love Reading About Winter While We Stay Warm
Why do we love reading about freezing characters? From Dickens to Narnia, we explore how literature uses winter as a powerful symbol of isolation, clarity, and the necessity of warmth.
The Lighthouse Effect: How to Find Peace in Family Conflict and Polarization
Feeling overwhelmed by political arguments and family tension? Learn the “Lighthouse Effect”—a strategy to remain a calm, non-anxious beacon in a polarized world. Master active listening and empathy this season.