Recently, I’ve been reading Our Tribal Future by Mike Samson (2023), a thought-provoking exploration into the hidden costs of loneliness and the profound benefits of human connection. Together
Month: May 2025
Family Adventures Move
Bike Packing the BVRT – An Overnight Adventure on Two Wheels
Back in February, we made the most of the quieter weekends before the soccer season to try out an overnight cycling trip with Adam and Dani out to
Reflect Reflections & Philosophy
Interview with Gregg Easterbrook, Author of The Progress Paradox
When I first read The Progress Paradox, I was struck by how relevant its message still is today. That while life has improved by nearly every material measure,
Food & Foraging Live
The Making of Pham – Plant-Based Lunchboxes
Adam and Dani are great at getting their own lunches. Their go-to option for many years has been some sort of smallgoods and cheese on wholemeal bread. While
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The Progress Paradox – Life Gets Better Yet We Continue to Feel Worse
When More is Not Enough We live in an era of unparalleled material abundance. Compared to every generation before us, people in just about every part of the
Effective Altruism Give Giving & Generosity
From Soybeans to Sankeys – Visualising Spending and Impacts
Getting Clear on Giving Each year, we reflect as a family on what we value most. In 2024, that meant digging deep—not just into our wallets, but into
Learning & Education Low-Impact Journeys Move Reflect Travel & Transport
Taking the Helm: Our First Steps into Sailing
Over the last few months, Emelie and I have embarked on a new adventure: learning to sail. It started with finding a sailing club willing to welcome novices,
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Musings on “The Power of Vulnerability” by Brene Brown – Part 1
I have been listening to an audiobook by Brene Brown called The Power of Vulnerability. I’m only about an hour into a 7 hour listen, but my brain
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Expanding Our Empathy Envelope
Over the Christmas break, I had a conversation that’s stayed with me. It was with a close family member—someone kind, thoughtful, and deeply honest. We were talking about
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Change is Possible – The Acid Rain Story
In the face of acid rain, eco-deterioration in the 1970s prompted significant societal change by the 1990s through cap-and-trade and cleaner fuels. This narrative parallels other movements, like same-sex marriage and smoking reduction, emphasizing the power of grassroots mobilization, changing norms, and diverse coalitions to inspire lasting transformations for a sustainable future.