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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGet out of the rut of limiting thinkingAt times unhelpful modes of thought, such as self-justification or fear, can feel pretty entrenched. But willingness to consider a broader, spiritual perspective brings goodness and freedom into our experience.
The Monitor's ViewIn Iran, girls just want to have joyThe regime fears a resurgence of protests on the first anniversary of the killing of a young woman for improper hijab. But Iranian girls may be demonstrating their ideals in different ways.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveThe unfailing source of joyRecognizing God, Spirit, as the infinite source of good for all His children helps us experience a deeper, more lasting joy 鈥� even when circumstances don鈥檛 seem to be going our way.
The Monitor's ViewWhen tragedy turns foe into friendDespite their troubled pasts with Morocco, some nations offered generous aid after Friday鈥檚 earthquake, opening a path for peacemaking. All that鈥檚 needed is humility.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveLove hasn鈥檛 left this homeWhen faced with the loss of a loved one, we can find comfort and strength in a spiritual view of life as forever sustained by God.
- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDemonstrating completenessPraying from the standpoint of our ever-intact oneness with God reveals to us God鈥檚 provision of what we need, as a woman discovered after her husband passed on.聽
The Monitor's ViewBiden in Hanoi: The fruit of atonementThe president鈥檚 visit, aimed mainly to elevate Vietnam鈥檚 ties with the U.S., also builds on work by individuals to achieve reconciliation after a war that ended 48 years ago.
The Monitor's ViewZoning for shared affluenceA scarcity of housing in the United States is driving both political parties to work together for reforms.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveHoping for healing 鈥� or expecting it?Leaning on the absolute law of divine Love, we can be certain that harmony and healing will take place in our lives.聽
The Monitor's ViewA global reach for clean governanceEach summit of the world鈥檚 20 leading economies tries to set higher standards on integrity to curb corruption.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveWhere we always belongWe can feel a deep sense of connectedness, even when alone, by digging into our unity with God, divine Love itself.聽
The Monitor's ViewA balancing act on religious dignityQuran burnings in Europe mark a new test for democratic values, but ordinary citizens find healing responses in unity and kindness.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMomentum that forwards progressOur individual efforts to learn more about life as stemming from divine Spirit, rather than from matter, pave the way for healing and inspiration that ripple outward.
Gauging motives, not judging policiesPolarization too often gets in the way of progress. A flawed Portland law that aims to solve the nation's drug crisis offers a case study into problem-solving with compassion.
How we report on a warming worldThe Monitor was in many ways founded to help search for and accelerate solutions.聽So what does this look like with something so all-encompassing as climate change?
The Monitor's ViewEurope鈥檚 big influencer on UkraineThe Dutch have played an outsize role in aiding Ukraine. Now they might set an example against Russian-style ethnic nationalism.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAngels awaken us to divine provisionAs we embrace God鈥檚 messages of love, we become more aware of the abundant supply of divine goodness before us.聽
The Monitor's ViewChile鈥檚 light of truth on a dark pastThe first official plan to search for those Chileans who disappeared during the country鈥檚 dictatorship strengthens the role of truth in how post-conflict nations seek reconciliation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveCaregiving? You have what it takes.When caring for someone who is struggling with an injury or disease, endeavoring to see them as God knows them can make all the difference in their recovery.
The Monitor's ViewThe other war reporting from UkraineThe country鈥檚 progress in ensuring equality before the law and curbing graft is as critical as the military counteroffensive.
