Health Equity as a Workplace Imperative
While we often think of health as something that happens in the realm of health care, a holistic and research-based perspective points to health being a multifaceted state of being that is influenced by multiple interdependent factors. As noted by … Continue reading Health Equity as a Workplace Imperative
All Things In Common
Even though I knew in advance the November edition of the magazine would be focused on Health and Wellness, I was still uncertain which direction to go for this special edition. Annoyed with myself for not having a clear direction, … Continue reading All Things In Common
Passing the feather, Restoring the Circle
Home in Exile explores the intricate connections of family, faith, and belonging, emphasizing the importance of communal care and memory. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, it highlights how our relationships can heal and sustain us. The narrative urges readers to recognize and nurture these circles of support, especially during challenging times. Continue reading Passing the feather, Restoring the Circle
The November Theme, “Will The Circle Be Unbroken?”
Inspired by Ada R. Habershon’s 1907 hymn and the Indigenous tradition of the sharing circle, this edition will explore the circle as a symbol of wholeness, resilience, and community. A circle reminds us that: “In a circle, we are all … Continue reading The November Theme, “Will The Circle Be Unbroken?”
My Journey of Discovery and Healing
“You can’t be serious?” Spilled out of my mouth after the doctor told me my options. Her response, “Yes, those are your options. In fact, option two worked wonders for me; it should work for you, too.” I looked her … Continue reading My Journey of Discovery and Healing
We Were Not Supposed to Survive — And Yet We Lead
Reclaiming Nationhood, Healing Our People, and Why Native Futures Need More Than ApplauseBy Lynnette Grey Bull November is Native American Heritage Month — a time when the nation pauses to acknowledge the First Peoples of this land. But for us, it’s not … Continue reading We Were Not Supposed to Survive — And Yet We Lead
Restoring the Circle: Health Equity as a Sacred Mandate
How faith, justice, and community connection can mend what has been broken in Black and Brown well-being. The Broken Circle The circle has always symbolized wholeness. In faith, it represents eternity. In public health, it represents balance. Yet across America, … Continue reading Restoring the Circle: Health Equity as a Sacred Mandate
Health and Wellness and the Common Good
In every society, health and wellness are not merely individual pursuits—they are shared responsibilities that reflect the moral and social fabric of a community. While wellness is often framed in personal terms—how we eat, exercise, rest, and manage stress—its deeper … Continue reading Health and Wellness and the Common Good
Time Is Not the Healer—Community Is
The concept of time is one of humanity’s most enduring constructions. Yes, the Earth rotates around the Sun, but science tells us it doesn’t take exactly 24 hours. The time it takes for the Earth to complete its daily rotation … Continue reading Time Is Not the Healer—Community Is
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