JanFeb2022
Meritocracy: the slumber of the proud
One of the best-known stories told by ambitious entrepreneurs today is that if you work hard, you will have a lot. But is this really the case?
Doubt and the big choices
Some people regret the big choices they’ve made in life; others regret that life has not given them a choice.
Golden handcuffs and the new religion of work
An old Romanian proverb states that craft is like a golden bracelet. But the way we relate to this type of jewellery seems to suggest that these golden bracelets are more like some socially acceptable handcuffs, which we fooled ourselves into wearing with pride.
Scars that heal
During war, Dave Roever suffered injuries that should have killed him. Here's how he not only survived... but learned to thrive.
Identity Crisis: We are more than a slave to appearances
What is left of me after I shut down my computer, turn off my phone, or wipe away my makeup? What about after I quit my job, after I move, after I lose my health, after I get older? What if no one knew me—would I still be someone?
How much is too much?
January has been a busy month for mergers in the technology industry. But are these consolidations good for the consumer, or troubling trend?
The Gospel of Death
What really happens when a person dies? The truth might be different than anything you’ve heard anywhere else.
Spot the difference: harmless mole or potential skin cancer?
Before you hit the beach, here’s how you can identify if any moles on your skin will cause future problems.
How walking 10,000 steps a day changed how I set goals
Combine someone who hates exercise with a daily step challenge, and you’re going to need creative ways to stay motivated.
Jumping High: The one who inspired me at the Olympics
Nicola McDermott’s silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games was a historic and record-breaking moment for the country. But it was only the second most important thing to Nicola that day.
What do dreams mean?
Ever awoken from sleep with an overwhelming sense that a dream meant something? You might be right—and here are a few ways to tell.
The Right Question
Three Bible stories where people asked Jesus the wrong question; three examples where Jesus gave life-changing answers.