Examining the Spiritual Placebo Effect
How the made-up guru, Kumaré, reveals the true power of religious community.
Unceded Territories and Untreated Wounds
What if we started every public gathering with this simple mantra? “Before we begin, let us acknowledge that we are on the infected, lesioned, and festering skin of Gaia.”
Can a Good Gaian Eat Meat?
An argument for why Gaians can be but do not have to be vegans or vegetarians.
Is a Techno-linguistic Transition Inevitable?
Nature’s language is being co-opted by the techno-sphere. Can we stop this? How can we reclaim our linguistic heritage?
Returning to—and Tidying Up—the Fold
Can we, with the same joy as Marie Kondo convinces families to clean up the resultant mess of the consumer culture, persuade families to return to a Gaian way of being?
Do You Suffer from Floppy Fin Syndrome?
Orcas in captivity often have their dorsal fins flop over—most likely from their restricted movement. What bodily ailments do you suffer from due to your captivity in the consumer culture?
The Wrath of Gaia
How does Gaia’s Wrath compare to God’s? Less predictable? More knowable? And how shall we respond?
Waves, Waterfalls and Our Eventual Return to Gaia
Death is our inevitable return to Gaia. And as it is inevitable it should not be feared. Rather our focus should be on how we live our lives.
How Should We Prepare Ourselves for Coming Disasters?
As the climate emergency draws near, what should be in our go-bags, our supply closets, and especially our skill sets?
The Lost Son Returns Home
After years of partying, a prodigal son returns home. What does he find?
Why Are We So Anxious?
Does our anxiety stem from disconnect? Overconnection? Or a lack of purpose?
Listening for Greensong
All around us is Greensong—the sounds, vibrations, smells, and tastes of a living planet. Can you sense it? Are you listening? What does it tell you?