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The Monitor's ViewTapping into Arab youth aspirationsWhen young Palestinians in postwar Gaza bypass Hamas to rebuild their homeland, they reflect regional trends.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveSeeing and being seen – spiritually
Sometimes it can seem that masks can hamper our ability to have meaningful interactions with one another. But we all have a God-given ability to connect with, love, and help others – even when our faces are covered.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveNo labels needed
If we’re feeling limited by how we – or others – are defining ourselves, considering how God made us puts us on the path to healing and progress.
The Monitor's ViewAs offices reopen, employees can find a new work-life balanceEmployers who want workers back to the office need win-win solutions that enhance both an organization's goals and worker satisfaction.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveEmbracing change
Sometimes change can seem scary. But recognizing that God’s goodness is constant and unchanging enables us to approach changes in circumstance with peace of mind.
Washington as a microcosm for AmericaWashington has always showcased all of the complexities United States itself – simultaneously a symbol of all its glories and its shortcomings.
The Monitor's ViewA dictator’s brazen act against a truth-tellerThe forced landing of an airliner in Belarus to arrest one journalist shows how much the regime fears its own people – and their acts of “living in the truth.”
The Monitor's ViewBiden’s focus on climate migrationWith far more people displaced worldwide by weather than by conflict, the U.S. focus on helping Central America adapt to climate change is a foretaste of what must be done.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLove beats fatigue
If we feel as though we don’t have the energy to do what we’re called upon to do, a heartfelt desire to let God’s love shine through us is a rejuvenating place to start.
Teacher appreciation: Our role in encouraging excellenceGreat teachers are passionate about their subjects and make a lasting impact on their students. Appreciating teachers can inspire that greatness.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe antidote for defensiveness
What can we do when offense and anger, rather than humility and thoughtfulness, characterize our response to criticism? Considering our nature as God’s children is a valuable starting point for progress, as a woman who was prone to defensiveness experienced.
The Monitor's ViewEgypt the calm-makerIts role in the Israel-Hamas truce won high praise and signals progress in its regional role in mediating conflicts.
- A Christian Science PerspectivePrimitive Christianity ... still healing today
Are the teachings of Christ Jesus still relevant today, over 2,000 years later? Absolutely – Christian healing is possible right here and now, as a man experienced after being involved in a serious accident.
The Monitor's ViewFinally, a summer outdoors for kids: Play on!As pandemic restrictions ease, new opportunities are created for non-remote learning.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveTurn to Love's parenting
Turning to God, divine Love, for inspiration and guidance brings greater wisdom, peace, and joy to parenting efforts.
The Monitor's ViewWhy so many Colombians are protesting so longMass demonstrations, now in their fourth week, signal a demand for an end to politics of hate and polarization.
A year after Floyd, a teen activist takes stockAfter George Floyd's death, Mavis Rudof resolved to “obstruct the injustice that we are living in right now.” A year later, she sees a “window of possibility for changes."
- A Christian Science PerspectiveA powerful foundation for respect
How can we bridge the conflicts that divide us? This short podcast by the Editor of the Monitor explores a spiritual basis for respect that fosters healing and progress.
The Monitor's ViewThe peace that wears on the Hamas-Israel warNonviolent tactics, such as general strikes or peaceful protests, offer an alternative that can lessen anger and radicalism.
Grappling with the classics: Elitist or universal?Should colleges ditch the classics to make room for more diverse literature? To Anika Prather, these ancient works are vital to understanding Black history.
