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- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveGratitude 鈥� the remedy for envyWhen we鈥檙e tempted to covet someone鈥檚 possessions or talents, gratitude for what God has already given us can guide us back to joy and satisfaction.聽
Readers RespondReaders respond: How far do we go with empathy?Letters to the editor published in the Nov. 28, 2022, weekly magazine. Readers note the value of "serious consideration" where due and wonder about student debt relief.
The Monitor's ViewWhat bubbles below the Gulf's oil giantsThe World Cup provides a glimpse into the Gulf Arab states and their leaders鈥� race to stay ahead of restless youth.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveOur real homeWherever in the world we may be, we can feel truly at home when we open our hearts to the ever-present atmosphere of divine Love, God.
The Monitor's ViewThe World Cup runneth overIn material terms, such as trade, globalization may be faltering. But soccer鈥檚 soaring popularity hints at a better view of globalization, one that bends upward.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSports and an 鈥榠ncorruptible鈥� crown for allIn light of the upcoming men鈥檚 World Cup soccer tournament, a club soccer player shares how getting to know God as divine Mind helped him find deeper purpose and joy in his activities 鈥� a lesson that has value both on and off the field.
The Monitor's ViewThe uncoal: Decarbonizing as wise investmentNew 鈥渏ust鈥� approaches to climate change are lifting richer and poorer nations beyond disagreements over who should pay for the Impact of erratic weather.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveMelting away fear in a crisisPrayer based in an understanding of God鈥檚 ever-presence lifts fear and brings the clarity of thought that leads to solutions.
The Monitor's ViewWho really won the US midterm electionsAn outsize proportion of independent voters helped shape a new Congress with no big majorities, forcing greater balance and deliberation.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveAlways enoughIf it seems we鈥檙e coming up short 鈥� with health, finances, or something else 鈥� getting to know God as the source of unlimited, universal goodness is a solid foundation for progress.
The Monitor's ViewMexico's people powerMass protests in favor of civic integrity may help end a president鈥檚 attempt to change the way elections are run.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveChallenge age-related limitationsTurning to God, rather than our bodies, to learn about our true state of being opens the door to healing 鈥� as a woman experienced when faced with chronic difficulties with her knee.
The Monitor's ViewWhen even dictators see a need for inclusionThe brutality of Myanmar鈥檚 military rulers against a national uprising has pushed other Southeast Asian nations to engage with the country鈥檚 pro-democracy forces.
Making kindness a visible priorityDavid Clark Scott favorite stories were of people taking the time to help one another. On his last day of work, he was working on such a story.聽We picked up where he left off.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveSeparating the mistake from the personThe more we understand of our unity with God, good, the better equipped we are to support reformation and redemption and to move forward with freedom.
The Monitor's ViewIndia鈥檚 new champion of civic equalityAfter a rise in Hindu nationalism and suppression of minority rights, a new Supreme Court justice may ensure all individuals are protected by the constitution.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveDeep roots in GodWhen life gets turbulent, we can rely on our unbreakable relation to God, good, to bring strength that keeps us moving forward.
The Monitor's ViewThe sheriff of the new WestThe European Union鈥檚 strongest moral response to the Ukraine war came from its eastern members who more strongly see Western values at stake. One country stands out: the Czech Republic.- A 海角大神 Science PerspectiveFinding home wherever you areWhen we let God guide our interactions with friends and strangers alike, we鈥檙e yielding to the infinite Love that breaks through proverbial walls.
The Monitor's ViewA light of lawfulness in Latin AmericaThe U.S. targets Paraguay for corruption, yet it may be grassroots efforts at affirming accountability that make the biggest difference.
