Exploring the concept of holiness, Rabbi Lawrence Kushner emphasizes that while everyone has access to it, some individuals are more adept at tapping into this divine presence. Winifred Gallagher introduces the idea of "spiritual genius," which refers to the innate human ability to seek and articulate life's meaning uniquely. This book delves into the recognition and expression of this gift, encouraging readers to uncover their own spiritual potential and deepen their understanding of holiness in everyday life.
Discover the surprising role of the postal service in our nation's political, social, economic, and physical development. The founders established the post office before they had even signed the Declaration of Independence, and for a very long time it represented the government for most citizens. The post became the catalyst of the nation's transportation grid, from the stagecoach lines to the airlines, and the lifeline of the great migration from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Gallagher traces its origins and leaders and describes its role in every major event in American history, from the Revolutionary War to the dawn of the Internet age
Are New Yorkers and Californians so different because they live in such different settings? Why do some of us prefer the city to the country? How do urban settings increase crime? Why do we feel better after an experience in nature? In this fascinating and enormously entertaining book, Winifred Gallagher explores the complex relationships between people and the places in which they live, love, and work. Drawing on the latest research on behavioral and environmental science, The Power of Place examines our reactions to light, temperature, the seasons, and other natural phenomena and explores the interactions between our external and internal worlds. Gallagher's broad and dynamic definition of place includes mountaintops and the womb, Alaska's hinterlands and Manhattan's subway, and she relates these settings to everything from creativity to PMS, jet lag to tales of UFOs. Full of complex information made totally accessible, The Power of Place offers the latest insights into the any ways we can change our lives by changing the places we live.
Exploring the struggle between skepticism and spirituality, the book delves into the experiences of individuals seeking a deeper connection to the sacred in a postmodern world. Winifred Gallagher shares her journey through diverse spiritual settings, including a Zen monastery and a cloistered convent, while conducting research and interviews. Her narrative combines personal insight with journalistic inquiry, revealing a quiet revolution among those reconciling their spiritual needs with modern life. The work is infused with humor, empathy, and curiosity, highlighting a transformative spiritual movement.
Exploring the emotional connection between individuals and their living spaces, this book delves into how our homes shape our lives and creativity. It offers insights and guidance on fostering a nurturing environment that encourages personal expression and well-being. Through its examination of the interplay between design and emotion, readers are inspired to cultivate their most creative selves within their homes.
The behavioral scientist author of Just the Way You Are presents a provocative argument that the quality of one's life is directly related to the focus of one's attention, drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience and psychology to cover such topics as the human capacity for training concentration, the ways in which the creative mind thinks, and why people deliberate on the wrong factors when making big decisions.
Are New Yorkers and Californians so different because they live in such different settings? Why do some of us prefer the city to the country? How do urban settings increase crime? Why do we feel better after an experience in nature? In this fascinating and enormously entertaining book, Winifred Gallagher explores the complex relationships between people and the places in which they live, love, and work. Drawing on the latest research on behavioral and environmental science, THE POWER OF PLACE examines our reactions to light, temperatiure, the seasons, and other natural phenomena, and explores the interactions between our external and internal worlds. Gallagher's broad and dynamic definition of place includes mountaintops and the womb, Alaska's hinterlands and Manhattan's subways, and she relates these settings to everything from creativity to PMS, jet lag to tales of UFOs. Full of complex information made totally accessible, THE POWER OF PLACE offers the latest insights into the many ways we can change our lives by changing the places we live.
