Whatever is going on in the political arena, it is an opportunity to help our children be grateful for this opportunity to vote. It’s hard to protect our children from the barrage of political ads and news stories. In some homes the interest of the … continue reading
This month’s Grateful News focuses on a new Smithsonian museum, a precious, disappearing culture in the desert, a booming seaweed industry in Chile, A teen-designed app to counteract bullying, and water innovation in Bangladesh… I, Too, Sing America The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture opened … continue reading
Our partner, Spirituality & Practice, is offering their first-ever book discussion group, based on poet Roger Housden’s new book. We invite you to check it out and participate if you are interested. Ways to Love the Life You Have By Roger Housden September 5 – … continue reading
For many teachers, it’s a struggle to transition from summer vacation mode to teaching mode. The beginning of the school year is so full of things to do and can be overwhelming. Educators often make the mistake of complaining about the start of school and … continue reading
This month’s Grateful News focuses on an Olympic winner coming from poverty, an innovative Malawian man, Cambodian snacks to save children, uplifting music in a refugee camp, and ancient Inca food that rivals space-age food… How a Favela Kid Became Brazil’s Top Badminton Player Ygor … continue reading
A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – picked by the Gratefulness staff. This page will be refreshed monthly with “gems” which have especially moved, inspired, and engaged us… Rich or Poor? (July, 2016) What makes you rich or poor? A short film (1:00) … continue reading
On Monday, July 25, 2016 – a sunny and very windy day in San Francisco – we celebrated Br. David Steindl-Rast’s life and legacy on the occasion of his 90th birthday at the Cowell Theater. It was a joyous gathering from beginning to the end. … continue reading
“Rilke wrote: ‘Things should be comprehended by us in a most fervent understanding and transformed. Transformed? Yes, for our task is to impress this provisional, perishable earth so deeply on ourselves – so deeply, so painfully, so passionately – that its very essence may rise … continue reading
This month’s Grateful News focuses on bridging the gap between police and the community they serve; peace efforts in Colombia; research for greener chemistry; commitment to alternate power in Denmark; and music to heal us… Police and Black Lives Matter Hold a Cookout, and Praise Rolls in … continue reading
A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – picked by the Gratefulness staff. This page will be refreshed monthly with “gems” which have especially moved, inspired, and engaged us… From Sharing Economy to Gift Ecology “Sharing has elements of inter-connectedness, of a village-like community, … continue reading