Toward a World that Works for Everyone
By Megan Wildhood & Ruth Terry, Yes Magazine, July 15, 2020 https://www.yesmagazine.org/economy/2020/07/15/hawaii-covid-recovery/ It may be too soon to reopen, but it’s not too early to plan for a recovery. The novel coronavirus pandemic continues to spike in many U.S. states, especially those that lifted lockdown restrictions early, but as of July 6, Hawai‘i had only […]
www.voiceoffreedom.ca The lotus, a symbol of rebirth, compassion and enlightenment, can be seen as a metaphor for our human journey. Its roots, found in the dirtiest water, produce a gorgeous flower. As we observe the chaos without, and continue to do our “clean up” within of the old belief systems, the bigotry, hatred, anxiety and […]
By John Sudworth, China Correspondent, BBC, June 30th 2020 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-53238004 People in Hong Kong could face life in jail for breaking a controversial and sweeping new security law imposed by China. The legislation came into force on Tuesday but the full text was only revealed hours afterwards. It was brought in by Beijing following increasing […]
By Ruth Terry, Yes Magazine, May 9th, 2020 https://www.yesmagazine.org/issue/coronavirus-community-power/2020/05/09/in-a-breaking-world-mending-takes-on-more-meaning In the fast fashion era, mending worn garments is a quietly revolutionary act. There is an old Jens Lekman song, “Your Arms Around Me,” in which he describes nicking off the tip of his finger while slicing avocados. His lover, who had inadvertently caused the accident, […]
Universal basic income could change more than how we work By Jonas Cornelsen, Broadview, June 5, 2020 The emergency response benefit has given me a taste of what I could contribute if a basic income program were implemented Some people see the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) as a load of government debt that will burden […]
SumOfUs joined hundreds of organizations — from unions to grassroots groups — to co-create the Principles of a Just Recovery post COVID-19. In the midst of converging health, economic and climate crises, it is irresponsible to go back to a “normal”. “Normal” was widespread inequality, precarious work, climate inaction, environmental degradation and colonial violence. It’s […]
www.voiceoffreedom.ca Yesterday I was guided to check my bank account online to find funds were being misappropriated. . . Someone, unbeknownst to me, stayed overnight twice at an Inn and ate voraciously at a Dairy Queen. When I phoned the bank there was a long wait until someone was available. In the meantime, I messaged […]
The historic heart of Vancouver is our Downtown Eastside (DTES). One of our oldest neighbourhoods, it is home to many low-income residents. Here people volunteer, contributing countless hours to help improve the community, working for social justice. The residents of the Downtown Eastside struggle with complex challenges including the overdose crisis, escalating crime connected to […]
With thanks to Ginger. By Terry Andrews, New Earth Experiences, April 19, 2020 There is darkness being revealed around us now on the planet and we will each see some of this. This is part of releasing the darkness we ourselves have held within, from growing up in our world. What we are doing is […]
www.voiceoffreedom.ca Thank you to all the wonderful enlightened beings, masters among us, sending out messages of hope. Tara, Marianne, Eckhart and even Pluto, the dog, are lifting spirits around the world. And for the rainbows! Thank you to the children painting rainbows on windows. Yay for our Gaian community! Tara Brach Marianne Williamson […]
www..voiceoffreedom.ca World Water Day is an annual UN observance day (March 22) that highlights the importance of freshwater. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. UN-Water is the convener for World Water Day and selects the theme for each year in consultation with UN organizations that share an interest […]
Lots of ideas to help those in need in our communities are emerging from this global situation of coronavirus from pop-up hostels for our homeless to grocery shopping for our elderly. With heart inspiration we are One. Child’s Tooth Money Leads to Opening of Pop-Up Hostel The Salvation Army, March 2, 2020 https://salvationarmy.ca/blog/childs-tooth-money-leads-to-opening-of-pop-up-hostel/ When his […]
The Sunday Paper is a free modern digital newsletter to inspire your heart and mind. Each week in your email inbox, Maria delivers powerful, thought-provoking content that provides hope for the path ahead. In addition to sharing Maria’s latest reflections, The Sunday Paper also shares news and views “above the noise” to help ignite you […]
This is a time when “heart-based leadership” is critical and we’re each capable of being those kinds of leaders and healers for each other. I’ve Been Thinking… Maria Shriver’s Weekly Newsletter by email, March 15, 2020 Maria’s site is: https://mariashriver.com/sundaypaper/ “We would like the country to realize that as a nation we can’t be doing […]
www.voiceoffreedom.ca On planet, through the media, we’re seeing much chaos. A friend on Facebook is sending me photos of starving children in Yemen. We hear of unconscionable femicides in Mexico. I found and shared this young boy: What is happening? Where are the leaders to put a stop to the mayhem? Oh right, we are […]
