Avainsana: resilience

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction — Part 46

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction — Part 46

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    The history of Auschwitz-Birkenau is not only a history of perpetrators and victims. It is also a history of memory, inherited trauma, moral ambiguity and the heavy burden carried by those who survived. The experiences of survivors, their children and those who return to these places of suffering reveal how deeply historical trauma can shape…

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 35

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 35

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    Losing Myself and My Suitcase This post explores how the stories our minds create – stories of guilt, inadequacy, or fear – can become far heavier burdens than the events that inspire them. A lost suitcase, a moment of confusion in a foreign railway station, or a lapse in attentiveness can transform into a mental…

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 33

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 33

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    The Eastern Band of Cherokee experienced remarkable transformations after opening a profitable casino, providing community members with a form of unconditional basic income. This financial security led to significant improvements in children’s mental health, behavior, and school performance, reinforcing the idea that poverty stems from lack of resources, not personal failings.

  • Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 16

    Zen and the Art of Dissatisfaction – Part 16

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    The post highlights the urgent need to address ecological crises, particularly the sixth mass extinction caused by human actions. It emphasizes interconnectedness in nature, urging individuals and leaders to acknowledge the consequences of their choices and take immediate action for a sustainable future. Ancient wisdom offers lessons for humanity’s survival and responsibility.