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We usually think of miracles as wonderful things that happen... either to us or others. They are usually happy occasions, marvelous, fantastic, mind-blowing. But miracles come in many shapes and forms.
This week we shed light on other events in our life that can also turn out to have miraculous end-results... the death of a loved one leading to a connection with the afterlife, a divorce developing into a renewed friendship, a change of perspective and attitude that can change everything.
Miracles can be something that starts out with a sad situation, but ends up as a gift. In my own life I can think of several situations that seemed disastrous when they occured, and that then turned into miraculous scenarios. -- Marie
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NEW ARTICLES THIS WEEK
The Miracle Comes Together...Just Like That!
Author: Joyce & Barry Vissell
My heart nearly skipped a beat. "What an amazing coincidence!" (I didn't yet believe in miracles or divine guidance.)
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Happy Family 2.0: Life After Divorce
Author: Darlene Taylor
The thing about divorce that is hard to remember is that as much as it is happening to you, your partner, and your children, it’s also happening to everyone else in your little world. Your friends, your extended family, everyone is affected.
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The Pain and Loss of Death: The Ultimate Healer and Teacher
Author: Mark Ireland
It was a cruel synergist that moved me to explore life’s deepest mysteries. This had been my father’s path, but it was not mine—at least not until now.
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Six Ways to Tackle Imposter Syndrome
Author: Coline Monsarrat
Let’s explore ways to train our brain so we can stride confidently into life’s grand meeting room, project our voice with conviction and aplomb, flipping the script on imposter syndrome.
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Discover the Health-Boosting Ingredients of Traditional Gingerbread
Author: Hazel Flight, Edge Hill University
Gingerbread is a delicious yet ancient staple of the holiday season — and its spices may have some surprising health benefits...
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Going to a Museum? The Health Advantages of Cultural Therapy
Author: Emma Dupuy, Université de Montréal
Could visiting a museum be the secret to a healthy life?
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Clashing Views on Climate Change: James Hansen vs. Michael Mann
Author: Robert Chris and Hugh Hunt
The disagreement between two climate scientists that will decide our future...
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New Insights on Exercise and Aging from the Finnish Twins Study
Author: George M. Savva, Quadram Institute
Does exercise really do nothing for longevity, as a Finnish twins study suggests?
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Dogs in a World Without Us: What Happens Then?
Author: Bradley Smith and Mia Cobb
If humans disappeared, what would happen to our dogs? For many of us, dogs are our best friends. But have you wondered what would happen to your dog if we suddenly disappeared? Can domestic dogs make do without people?
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Obsessive Thoughts Unveiled: The Broader Spectrum of OCD
Author: Eva Surawy Stepney, University of Sheffield
OCD is so much more than handwashing or tidying. As a historian with the disorder, here’s what I’ve learned...
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Winter Bird Feeding: More Than Just Sustenance
Author: Hannah Watson, Lund University
How bird feeders help small species fight infection...
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Beyond Overconfidence: How Intellectual Humility Shapes Science
Author: Michael Dickson, University of South Carolina
Intellectual humility is a key ingredient for scientific progress...
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Reclaiming Your Time: Strategies for Beating Technology's Time Drain
Author: Ruth Ogden, Liverpool John Moores University et al
Technology is stealing your time in ways you may not realise – here’s what you can do about it...
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Christmess: The Heartfelt Christmas Movie of the Year
Author: Ari Mattes, University of Notre Dame Australia
Christmess is undoubtedly one of the best Christmas films to emerge – from anywhere – in recent years...
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Spotting the Signs: What to Do If You Suspect Your Partner Has Dementia
Author: Kate Irving, Dublin City University
More than a third of people with dementia don’t know they have it – what to do if you suspect your partner has the condition...
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The Heartfelt Story Behind "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas"
Author: Dominic Broomfield-McHugh, University of Sheffield
Eighty years ago this week, Judy Garland walked into an MGM studio and recorded Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas for the first time.
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The Long Shadow of Human-Induced Climate Change: Implications for the Next 50,000 Years
Author: Jan Zalasiewicz, University of Leicester et al
The climate change we caused is here for at least 50,000 years – and probably far longer...
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Why Do Small Choices Feel Stressful?
Author: Yaniv Hanoch, University of Southampton
Why everyday decisions feel so stressful – and what to do about it...
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'Tis the Season for Allergies: Managing Christmas Tree Syndrome
Author: Samuel J. White and Philippe B. Wilson, Nottingham Trent University
Christmas tree syndrome: why the festive evergreen can make your nose run – and what you can do about it...
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American Democracy: An Ongoing Experiment in Freedom
Author: Thomas Coens, University of Tennessee
Why Franklin, Washington and Lincoln considered American democracy an ‘experiment’ – and were unsure if it would survive...
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The Significance of AI in Mathematics: OpenAI's New Breakthrough
Author: Tom Oliver, University of Westminster
Why OpenAI developing an artificial intelligence that’s good at maths is such a big deal...
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This Week's Astrological Overview
Astrological Overview and Horoscope: December 11-17, 2023
Author: Pam Younghans, NorthPoint Astrology
This weekly astrological journal is based on planetary influences, and offers perspectives and insights to assist you in making the best use of current energies. This column is not intended as prediction. Your own experience will be more specifically defined by transits to your personal chart. (See section below for video version.)
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