As I think about Earth Day, I consider how interconnected and interdependent we all are. We’re not just talking about people and trees, but everything: other humans, other animals, plants, air, water, soil, sun, etc. In the hustle and bustle of everyday living, it’s easy to forget about all of this. This is particularly the […]
Entries Tagged as 'Relating to Others'
Earth Day: Thinking About Connectedness
April 22nd, 2008 · No Comments
Tags: Relating to Others · Sustainability
Avoiding “Holier than Thou” Part II: Conflict among Idealists
February 24th, 2008 · 3 Comments
This is an excerpt from my upcoming book Naked Idealism, from the chapter entitled “Relating to Others Despite Differences.” I originally intended to post this later, but after observing similar dynamics in a few well-intentioned discussion groups, I decided it needed to enter the world sooner…I hope many of you find it helpful! Comments are […]
Tags: Excerpts from Naked Idealism · Relating to Others
Avoiding the “Holier than Thou” Idealist Label: Part I
February 19th, 2008 · No Comments
This is an excerpt from my upcoming book Naked Idealism, from the chapter entitled “Relating to Others Despite Differences.”
If we have not resolved our own major insecurities or our need to appear perfect, we may inadvertently set impossibly high standards for others. We may look down upon them when they don’t meet our standards, and […]
