IN FOCUS

On Our Radar...
BY THE EDITORS
The Hebrew phrase "tikkun olam" expresses the hope of "setting straight" through social action a world in need of repair. We hope you'll find that the people, organizations and ideas showing up on our radar screen, each contribute one small part towards this aim… inspiring us to do the same.

The Need For Transcendence In The Postmodern World
BY VACLAV HAVEL
Cultural conflicts seem more dangerous than ever. Former President of the Czech Republic, Vaclav Havel, experienced this firsthand and, in a US Independence Day speech, delivers a radical idea for a new model of peaceful coexistence.

HEALTHY

What Do Rainforests Mean To Us?
BY ANDREAS SUCHANTKE
Why should we be concerned about biomasses that are so far away from us?...

CREATIVE

Patterns & Shadows
BY CHRIS HEDDEN
By looking more closely at the patterns and shadows populating our day to day lives, we gain more than just a richer visual experience. We can begin to see the inherent wisdom of an image. Chris Hedden's photographs take us on a journey delighting us with visual and inner life discovery…

CONNECTED

The Heart of Dogs
BY MICAH RUBENSTEIN
In the wake of terrorist attacks and natural disasters, our "best friends" are also some of the greatest unsung heros...

AUTHENTIC

As A Man Thinketh
BY JAMES ALLEN
Part 2 of the timeless classic about the power of thoughts...

CHILDLIKE

Lightfeather
BY CAROL RUBENSTEIN
Here's a children's story about vision, insight, and communicating without words...

LOL! (Laugh Out Loud...)
Since laughter is the "best medicine," here's a dose of fun...

SPIRITUAL

What A Wonderful World
BY MICAH RUBENSTEIN
The recent Olympic Games in Turin, Italy are a perfect opportunity to celebrate the differences that characterize the many nations of the world, while at the same time reminding us of our commonalities...

MINDFUL

Book Review: The Wisdom Of Forgiveness
BY ESTHER HANSEN
Above the crowd of humanity there are some who stand out. We recognize their names: Nelson Mandela, Mother Theresa, Victor Frankl, the Dalai Lama. These names come to mind among others whose actions have shown, they are what we aspire to be: true human beings.

Thoughts on The Seasons...
Autumn & Winter, Summer & Spring are natural times for reflection... Here are reflective quotations from authors, poets, artists, scientists, politicians, and others from around the world, selected by the Editors...