by Kirsten Manley-Casimir | Dec 15, 2020 | Big Ideas, Bravery, Personal growth
A couple of years ago my daughter performed in a class theatre production with about 20 other 6-7 year olds. The story was collaboratively created and written by all the students with the help of the teacher. It was about a group of ocean animals who were...
by Kirsten Manley-Casimir | Dec 1, 2020 | Anti-racism, Big Ideas, Personal growth
Let’s cut to the chase: anti-racism is uncomfortable. So this article focuses on the importance of embracing discomfort as we continue to learn and take action against racism. (To read about the first four anti-racism tips in this series, see the links at the...
by Kirsten Manley-Casimir | Sep 22, 2020 | Anti-racism, Big Ideas, Self-reflection
As outsiders, many of us are continuing our journeys to understand the insidious nature of systemic racism and how we can contribute to anti-racism movements. We’re reading about, talking about, and trying to understand how to support those who are resisting systemic...
by Marc Dunn | Sep 17, 2020 | Big Ideas, Habits, Personal growth
“Books are more than doctors, of course. Some novels are loving, lifelong companions; some give you a clip around the ear; others are friends who wrap you in warm towels when you’ve got those autumn blues. And some, well, some are pink candy floss that...
by Kirsten Manley-Casimir | Aug 11, 2020 | Anti-racism, Big Ideas
Many of us are watching the on-going protests against the brutality of racist police violence and excesses in state power. As we watch, some of us are wondering how we can respectfully show our support for the cause. We are wondering: how we can actively participate?...
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