On Mars, scientists have been finding evidence of early stages of a developing ecosystem since 2014. This brings us to Elon Musk’s recent SpaceX launch and his future plans for Mars – that is, colonization. So, if we were to colonize Mars, do we have safeguards in place to protect its burgeoning ecosystem?
Your brain is a delicate and intricate system, more complex than any computer we have developed. The ability to properly use your brain can be the determining factor in whether or not your golden years are truly “golden”. So, what can you do for better brain health?
Design is an integral part of the built environment that humans inhabit. We live in homes separate from nature, and in the developed world, we spend less and less time outside interacting with nature. This disconnect from the natural world has led to many developments in technology, but one of the most ancient principles of nature still seems to apply. When we design and build our own environments, the shapes that appeal to the majority of people still have their origins in nature’s example of symmetry, such as the fibonacci sequence, the golden ratio, or sacred geometry. Why are we drawn to these concepts? Perhaps nature is trying to tell us something…
If winter has become less than enjoyable, why not try and take a page from the Danish, who have recently made their mark on the self-help section with bestsellers about their concept “Hygge”…
Digital technology has brought many wonders – connectivity, instant communication, the latest meme, Netflix, Spotify, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Skype, Google, and of course, YouTube cat videos. But a new movement is bringing back the analog…
Resolutions are a tradition around this time. Maybe it’s the turkey coma, or the amount of Christmas cookies you ate, but for some reason you find yourself vowing to your nearest and dearest that “This is the year…
What does compassion have to do with our world view?
When winter hits, it’s not just a change for people, it also affects plants, animals, and buildings. Sometimes we’re too busy staying warm to want to spend a lot of time outside, but a small investment in time as the weather changes can make a big difference to your home.
Poinsettia is a beautiful plant that shows up only around Christmas. So why do we have this tradition of a transformational plant where the leaves resemble flowers, and the colour brings us back many memories of holidays past?
The Holidays: some fear them, and some can’t wait for the next year to come. What Holidays do well is create a sense of time and tradition within families & friend groups, and create memories…
When you commit yourself to loving another person for life, do you need to love yourself first? Let’s explore what different people think about this idea…
Leaves are an integral cue to us that fall has arrived. Today we’re going to explore the process of leaf colour change, what it does for tree health, and why some scientists are worried about the role of climate change on fall’s colours….
Weights and Measures are an important accepted part of our culture. We measure everything from bananas at the supermarket to barrels of oil for trade. So how did we come up with these accepted modern standard measurements?…
Being a leader means different things to different organizations, communities, and people. But what does it mean to step up and be a leader to ourselves?…
A cat, just like a person, has preferences and ideas about their world. Of course we know that animals all have their own distinctive personalities and what one cat likes another might despise, but there are some things that most cats prefer…
Solving problems sometimes requires an out of the box approach. But outside the box is usually where a person’s true gifts lie…
How do you know when it’s time to fold? In a game of chance, the stakes are usually lower than in life. Just some money on the table, or some chips. But does how you play the game reflect how you live your life?…
Beaches have their own special geography. It is a formation of earth elements that continues to fascinate and enthrall us to visit the ocean’s doorstep. Sandy beaches are especially appealing, with a warm sand surface that’s great for not just the millions of creatures that call it home, but also people and animals to relax on, play in, and make castles out of….
