70 AND OLDER
REFLECTIONS ON THESE INTRIGUING YEARS
Why Do We Normalize Outrageous Behavior?
We are so accustomed to violent behavior that we brush off new assults from leaders. Why?
Two Ends of Life’s Path
A toddler in my local park reminded me of life’s long path. She is at one end, I’m at the other. She is gaining stability, I’m losing it. But I enjoy the richness of this time of life and thankful for every day.
Killing for Christ
What is the price we pay when we give people permission to act on their hatred towards others? Our president and ICE have unbound freedom to act on their impulses. We suffer. Such sanctioned brutality toward others is a deep tradition.
Questioning Our Cultural Assumptions
If you feel that democracy has treated you unfairly, you are probably delighted to see it undermined by a leader who gives society the finger.
It’s Makeover Time
With not very many years remaining, I decided it was time to shake things up a bit, try some new directions. Here is what happened, plus some more thoughts about this time of life and the mysteries of why we do what we do.
Staying Upright
A recent fall has me more aware of being careful, that includes reducing my stress. I’m cutting back on social media that’s only interested in grabbing my attention with their “panic of the moment”. I prefer happiness.
One Nation — Divided
With our current tribalized culture, it’s easy to forget that one side has legitimate, immediate, concrete, pressing grievances. Sometimes our fears and anxieties block the truth, that our common ground is enormous, our differences small.
Two Weeks in Europe
I’d promised each of my grandchildren a two week trip anywhere, when they turned 14. Here’s my latest adventure.
The “Cheap Products” Shell Game
Homeowner insurance cancellations are one of many prices we are paying for decades of cheaper products resulting from cost savings by corporations not treating their waste, i.e. dumping pollutants. What goes around, comes around.
The Coming Population Decline is an Opportunity
The upcoming global population decline changes the rules for climate change discussions. Fewer people will bring a less stressed, more habitable planet, and end our growth based economy. It’s a golden opportunities for our culture, the planet, and new leaders.
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Barry Phegan – Editor
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