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Is it possible to maintain a positive frame of mind once you’ve become educated to the realities of the world and forever shed “ignorance is bliss” illusions? Or does it naturally follow that gaining knowledge and understanding of human suffering and injustice consign a person to a life of despondency, disappointment, cynicism, and passivity? It depends.
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In celebration of the life of Howard Zinn
To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty, but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness.
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It is universally agreed that being grateful is essential to a happy life. Does gratitude come naturally or is it a virtue we acquire? When watching small children being reminded repeatedly by their parents to “Say ‘thank you,’” it is evident that gratitude is learned and therefore it can be taught. Gratitude teaches us to recognize gifts, to acknowledge and appreciate those who bestow them, and to take the next step of giving to others.
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