When I was about 9, the kids on our street had this intense rivalry with kids a few streets away. In the beginning I wasn't sure how it started but knew it was definitely fueled by our perceived differences. They wore Raiders gear and we wore 49ers. We rode skateboards and they … [Read more...] about 3 Things Your Kids Need to Know About Tribalism
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Difference Between Guilt and Shame
A couple months ago our family was gathered in our backyard with some extended family. My father-in-law was explaining a treatment for cancer he was about to have. People were talking quietly and respectfully because obviously it was a serious conversation. Out of nowhere my 6 … [Read more...] about Difference Between Guilt and Shame
What The Repeated ‘Why’ Questions Really Mean
Philosophy--it sounds a bit pretentious. It's from Greek and it means "the love of wisdom," but simplified it really is about curiosity and wonder. As adults we tend to lose our sense of wonder and often let cynicism push aside curiosity. Not kids though. They have both in … [Read more...] about What The Repeated ‘Why’ Questions Really Mean
Are You For Real!? Meditations On First Philosophy - René Descartes
How do I know if I’m real? Are my senses fooling me? Am I dreaming or am I really riding this ostrich on top of the White House? Join us as we dig into René Descartes' Meditations about what truly exists and what is suspect to doubt. This lesson plan comprises 6 sessions -- … [Read more...] about Are You For Real!? Meditations On First Philosophy - René Descartes