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Forvgiveness and Freedom; Pt 2
The most powerful impact of letting go of our anger, resentment, and indignation, is the way it frees us from having to carry around feelings that are toxic. But forgiving isn’t easy, and it can be especially difficult to forgive ourselves.
Join Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community as we examine the many ways that Naturalistic Humanism can help us forgive.
Listen to show #79 below!
Forgiveness and Freedom; Pt. 1
The most powerful impact of letting go of our anger, resentment, and indignation, is the way it frees us from having to carry around feelings that are toxic. But forgiving isn’t easy, and it can be especially difficult to forgive ourselves.
Join Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community as we examine the many ways that Naturalistic Humanism can help us forgive.
Listen to show #78 below!
Volunteering and Acts of Kindness
We can easily overlook the many acts of kindness happening all around us, but compassion is fundamental to our human experience. Acts of kindness are psychologically and physically beneficial to those acting kindly as well as to the recipien
Listen to show #77 below!
Change That Will Last
There are many faith-based leaders and followers who are inspired by texts, teachings, and traditions, from their respective faiths to support a progressive agenda. These include Jim Wallis, founder of the progressive nonprofit organization, Sojourners and Rev Dr. William Barber, co-chair of Poor People’s Campaign.
But despite decades of hard work and commitment, these movements have gained little ground. In fact, much of the progress that had been achieved has since been rolled back.
From the vantage point of Naturalistic Humanism, a big piece of the problem is that the arguments progressive faith-based organizations make are insufficient to overcome the dominance of misanthropic and judgmental thinking.
This is where Naturalistic Humanism can make a crucial difference.
Listen to show #76 below!
Becoming Something New
Becoming the widely diverse, multi-cultural society we aspire to be has never before attempted on such a scale. It requires all of us to learn new ways of thinking and behaving. And in such a dynamic and ever-changing environment even the best intentioned among us may inadvertently act or speak in a way that offends.
How do we respond?
And how do we respond to those who are opposed to and feel threatened by our inexorable journey to diversification?
Listen to show #75 below!
Call Out Culture
Hatred and fear of others is a virus controlling the minds it infects. But is it helpful to call out and shame people engaging in hateful speech or behavior?
Is there a more effective way to liberate our brothers and sisters and redirect them toward being kinder, more inclusive, and more curious?
Listen to show #74 below!
Working on our Relationships II
Intimacy is an indispensable human need, but the path to maintaining healthy intimate relationships is illusive.
With plenty of time before Valentine’s Day, join Elaine, Arnell, and our Naturalistic Support community as we consider how a Naturalistic Support approach can help us achieve healthier, stronger, and more satisfying relationships.
Listen to show #73 below!
Working on our Relationships
Intimacy is an indispensable human need, but the path to maintaining healthy intimate relationships is illusive.
With plenty of time before Valentine’s Day, join Elaine, Arnell, and our Naturalistic Support community as we consider how a Naturalistic Support approach can help us achieve healthier, stronger, and more satisfying relationships.
Listen to show #72 below!
Dealing with Loss & Grief 2026 II
Just about everyone has experienced loss and grief. How can a naturalistic approach help?
Join the discussion with Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community.
Listen to show #71 below!
Dealing with Loss & Grief 2026
Just about everyone has experienced loss and grief. How can a naturalistic approach help?
Join the discussion with Elaine, Arnell, and the Naturalistic Support community.
Listen to show #70 below!