Happy Soul Food Friday!
This week:
“History never repeats itself, but it does often rhyme”- Mark Twain
What are the consequences of America’s unresolved history?
That’s the question raised by a new book by journalist and historian Nick Bryant. The book maps a path from the founding of the United States to the current political state of the country and argues that the political divisiveness we see today is a natural part of the country’s story. Nick Bryant joins us to talk about the lessons we can learn from America’s history and is a compelling listen!
America’s “Forever War” | 1A (the1a.org)
If you believe history comes in cycles, and at the end of each cycle comes an inevitable fourth turning- typically of great crisis and upheaval, the fourth turning might be here now!
“Real happiness comes from a continuous effort to become the best possible version of yourself”- Aristotle
Humility is the foundation to a virtuous life.
Humility doesn’t get the fanfare of virtues like courage, compassion, or generosity. But without humility, those other virtues won’t get much traction in the quest to live a good life.
Humility is the foundation to a virtuous life (theconversation.com)
Practice Makes Permanent. Perfect Practice Makes Perfect-
These 3 daily practices are the Japanese ‘secret’ for a ‘long and happy life.
Okinawa, Japan has the highest concentration of centenarians worldwide. Here are three principles that may lead to their longevity.
Ikigai: 3 daily practices for a ‘long and happy life’ (cnbc.com)
Surprising Experience of Happiness-
Leopard Visits The Same Cow Every Night, Then A Farmer Sets Up A Camera And Sees Why
The quiet village of Antoli in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, had a nightly visitor, a leopard. After they observed the wild animal for some time, it became obvious that the creature wasn’t looking to cause harm. Instead, she was looking for someone, an unlikely friend.
Leopard Visits The Same Cow Every Night, Then A Farmer Sets Up A Camera And Sees Why – Buzznet
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