It’s not working. Let’s face it: most of us know that already. Some of us are afraid to say it. Most of us aren’t sure what to do about it. But let’s get it out in the open: it’s just not working. Many people in the United States, as well… Read More »It’s Just Not Working
Guest blogger, Pamela Ayo Yetunde, shares with us a reflection on generosity. It’s based on her recent book, Vigil: Spiritual Reflections on Your Money and Sanity. I love paradox. From Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount to the Heart Sutra in Zen Buddhism to The Tao te Ching of Taoism, spiritual… Read More »The Greatest Wealth of All is Generosity
The movie, Avatar, depicts three archetypal characters that embody success in American culture. These characters, and the values they live by, are presented as a foil to the values of the Na’vi people of Pandora. The corporately funded mining operation is headed by Parker Selfridge. Clearly an accomplished manager, Selfridge… Read More »Avatar, part 2: Money, Power, and Knowledge