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The Monitor's ViewThe kindly calm after a stormLike many natural disasters, hurricanes often push communities to respond with a climate of trust and compassion.- A Christian Science PerspectiveDoes progress require process?Recognizing that the kingdom of heaven is a present reality frees us from constraints that would hamper productive steps forward, as a woman experienced during a job search.
The Monitor's ViewThe force of contrition this Oct. 7A year of conflict in the Middle East – and beyond – has led many to reflect on their roles in causing friction and on ways to end it.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe healing power of divine harmonyRecognizing harmony as divinely sustained empowers us to know and prove that discord of any kind isn’t inevitable.
After October 7, where do Israel and Gaza look for hope? History shows a way forward.After decades of covering conflict in Israel and Gaza, our columnist finds hints of something unexpected: hope.
The Monitor's ViewVibrant times for children’s rhymesA British survey measures youthful joy in verse, establishing a basis for happiness that lasts a lifetime.- A Christian Science PerspectiveFinding peace amid uncertaintyIf we’re faced with financial or other kinds of difficulties, as we lean on God’s ever-present and powerful love, fear subsides and we experience God’s provision and care more tangibly.
The Monitor's ViewForgiveness in time of warDespite its struggle with Russia, Ukraine seeks to reconcile with Poland over historical grievances.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe health you always includeUnderstanding that God’s goodness is universally expressed enables us to let go of limitations to our health.
The Monitor's ViewCivility’s art of listeningA vice presidential debate brought out some respectful deliberation and a nudge toward civility by the journalist moderators.- A Christian Science PerspectiveThe divine ‘Us’Recognizing our – and everyone’s – inherent unity with God, our divine Parent, lifts us out of a divisive “us” and “them” outlook.
The Monitor's ViewWinning elections with voices of truthOne of Europe’s smaller nations finds it can counter a Russian-led "firehose of falsehoods."- A Christian Science PerspectiveHow I’m praying about politicsIn fretting about elections, this author realized the need to get beyond personal opinions to see the harmonizing impact that an understanding of God can have.
The Monitor's ViewDemocracy’s tail winds in LebanonSetbacks for Hezbollah open a door for the aspirations of young Lebanese to be governed by nonsectarian, elected leaders.- A Christian Science PerspectiveWaiting on God for the deeper truthTaking a moment to yield to God’s spiritual perspective opens us to greater harmony.
- A Christian Science PerspectiveLean on God and look for the blessingsAs we learn about the spiritual reality of life, we perceive and experience more of our inherent health and wholeness.
The Monitor's ViewEquality as ‘birthright’ in MyanmarMilitary rule is eroding in the Southeast Asian state because pro-democracy women have claimed equality for themselves.
The Monitor's ViewMercy’s role against human smugglingWhen a criminal transporter of migrants confesses and asks for forgiveness, it opens a new solution for global migration.- A Christian Science Perspective‘Don’t connect the dots’In yielding to God, good, as the only true cause of existence, we’re able to assert our freedom from whatever type of inharmony would claim to have power, and to experience healing.
The Monitor's ViewAvoiding war by truth-tellingThe Philippines arms itself against China’s aggression by exposing violent incidents at sea by Chinese vessels.
