Culture & Society

Adapting to a New Culture

Source: University of Houston

This is a story told by Yukiko Nishimura about the difficulties facing her and how she overcame them, having moved to the United States from Japan.

What’s it like to live without nature?

Source: Children and Nature

Miranda Andersen, a 13-year-old living near Vancouver, gave a TEDx speech on nature-deficit disorder in October 2012. In this article she talks about what nature means to her creativity, health, and well-being, and her passion and motivation to care for all living and natural things.

How Wearable Tech Is Creeping into the Beauty Industry

Source: Smithsonian

Learn about some of the technology innovations in the world of cosmetics known as beauty wearables; technology to monitor the use of sunscreen, deodorant, and more!

Tony Griffin and Karl Swan: Soar

Source: Social Entrepreneurs

SOAR is an organization in Ireland which provides programs for young people aged between 10 and 18 that focus on positive life skills, self-confidence and self-esteem. Gripped by the impact of a similar project in Australia, Tony Griffin and Karl Swan were totally inspired to realize the potential of this work for Ireland’s youth. Click the left-side links for more information.

Anne Frank’s diary is now free to download despite copyright dispute

Source: The Verge

On January 1, 70 years after her death, Anne Frank’s diary (in the Dutch language) was available free to download, read, and distribute.

How to Stop Negative Thinking

Source: 7 Mindsets

What attributes and skills do you need to pursue and achieve your goals? Learn five techniques here to help stop negative thinking.

How Living Off the Grid Works

Source: How Stuff Works

People who choose to live “off the grid” often do so for environmental reasons. This article explains the steps to take to disconnect from public utiltites.