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Tag Archives: altruism
The Distorted Map Of Generosity
“Only in quiet waters do things mirror themselves undistorted. Only in a quiet mind is adequate perception of the world.” — Hans Margolius During the last election cycle, I’m sure you saw the distorted United States maps that depicted everything … Continue reading
Posted in In the community, In the Neighborhood
Tagged altruism, distorted maps, generosity, Hans Margolius, maps, mental map, selflessness
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No Ruts About It
“New roads; new ruts.” — G.K. Chesterton It doesn’t take much to create a rut. While my family was fortunate to enjoy some holiday downtime at the beach, it created a bit of a dilemma. Though I looked around online and … Continue reading
Posted in In the world
Tagged altruism, generosity, giving time, Habits, intention, ruts, Trash, Volunteering
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Ever Wonder?
“How selfish soever man may be supposed, there are evidently some principles in his nature, which interest him in the fortune of others, and render their happiness necessary to him, though he derives nothing from it, except the pleasure of … Continue reading
Posted in Around the House, In the world
Tagged altruism, free rice, generosity, Giving Our Time, giving time, Kindness, pledge drives
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Post-Christmas Resolution, Day 358 – Before We Flap Our Wings
“The fluttering of a butterfly’s wing in Rio de Janeiro, amplified by atmospheric currents, could cause a tornado in Texas two weeks later.” — Edward Lorenz No one can see all the results of his or her actions. All we can know after we act … Continue reading
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