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The Quest for a Good Life
http://thequestforagoodlife.wordpress.com/
For the past 20 years, at least, I have dedicated myself to living a good life. This blog primarily is devoted to my reflections regarding this quest, and draws upon my Christian faith, knowledge of psychological science, and personal experiences. Topics vary, but include religion/spirituality, culture, happiness, relationships, work, and leisure.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 178 )
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Finding Self-Worth in a Pandemic
I feel like I’m finally settling into a bit of a rhythm during this time of “shelter-in-place,” and most days, I start with some kind of spiritual meditation. Read more
Posted on 06 April 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Seeking Control in a Pandemic
Few of us have ever dealt with a situation that feels as uncertain, unpredictable, and uncontrollable as the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Posted on 29 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Suffering in a Pandemic Age as a Christian
A few weeks ago, when the novel coronavirus was just starting to spread in the Western world – and along with it, many people’s fears – I became aware of an... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
What If It Was Alright Now?
“So here is my little nugget of gospel truth for you to take home. The truth is not that it is going to be alright. The truth is, it already is. Read more
Posted on 24 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Spirituality and Breast Cancer, Part 2
With so much going on regarding the coronavirus crisis, it’s really important to remember that some are suffering for other reasons, such as breast cancer. Read more
Posted on 17 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Responding Well to a New Season (COVID-19)
Concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) appear to be rising in tandem with the numbers of reported cases and fatalities.Many of us are consciously or... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Coping with a Pandemic
Concerns about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) appear to be rising in tandem with the numbers of reported cases and fatalities.Many of us are consciously or... Read more
Posted on 13 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Spirituality and Breast Cancer
It’s not every day that my lovely wife asks if she can interview me! But, a few weeks ago, she did exactly that. The topic was spirituality, and the context... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Quest for Better Education
In June of 2015, my wife, two daughters, and I travelled to Vancouver, British Columbia, where I attended a 3-day international teaching conference. Read more
Posted on 09 January 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Quest for a Better Education
In June of 2015, my wife, two daughters, and I travelled to Vancouver, British Columbia, where I attended a 3-day international teaching conference. Read more
Posted on 09 January 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Armistice Day
A few weeks ago, I attender a Quaker memorial service for a friend named Gary. Unfortunately, I didn’t get to know Gary as well as I would have liked before... Read more
Posted on 11 November 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Opt In For Plastic
Last Friday, as my 15-year-old and 13-year-old daughters and I made our celebratory end-of-schoolyear treck to Barnes and Noble for fancy coffee and 1 book of... Read more
Posted on 14 June 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Being Moved by Story
In the past few months, I have become quasi-obsessed with the experience of being emotionally moved. I reported on new research about that experience a few week... Read more
Posted on 06 May 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Being Moved: Part 2
A few weeks ago, I reported on new research on the experience of being moved, a common experience, I believe, but also one that appears relatively... Read more
Posted on 01 May 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Prayer During Times of Trouble
During times of turmoil, this is a prayer to which I often return. It is quoted in Rabbi Harold Kushner’s classic book “When Bad Things Happen to Good People. Read more
Posted on 23 April 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Experience of Being Emotionally Moved
At its best, science sheds light on what was previously unknown or unappreciated. For example, many of us probably have fantasized about what it would be like t... Read more
Posted on 11 April 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Experience of Being Emotionally Moved
At its best, science sheds light on what was previously unknown or unappreciated. For example, many of us probably have fantasized about what it would be like t... Read more
Posted on 11 April 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Meaning of the Cross
Last week, my family and I returned from 9 days of touring France, including 6 days in Paris and 3 days in Normandy (click here for my updated photography page). Read more
Posted on 22 March 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
What To Do When Stressed
A few weeks ago, while watching old episodes of Grey’s Anatomy on Netflix before going to sleep, I noticed my right eye felt drier than usual. Read more
Posted on 18 March 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Unsheltered
When I look backward into my youth – forward all the way to today – I observe an undeniable, constant strand: Part of my identity is that of being a learner... Read more
Posted on 21 February 2019 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY