The Desensitization of Society: A Systemic Issue

The Desensitization of Society: A Systemic Issue

In an age dominated by instant news and constant connectivity, it is both surprising and disheartening to witness the widespread desensitization of society. Tragic events that once would have evoked a deep emotional response now seem to barely register with many...
Understanding the Greatest Loss

Understanding the Greatest Loss

“Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we are still alive.” — Tupac Shakur We often speak of loss in terms of death, yet the quote from Tupac Shakur reminds us that there is a more profound loss that can...
The Ripple Effect of Gaza: A Call for Human Compassion

The Ripple Effect of Gaza: A Call for Human Compassion

As I sit here, watching Amanpour’s segment on CNN, on Gaza, I am trying to piece together my thoughts, I am overwhelmed by the harrowing images coming out of Gaza. This is a grave understatement. I am at a loss of words. Displaced children, their faces etched with...