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How to cultivate joy

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 2 Comments

Cultivate joy in just a few minutes a day!

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What is a himbo?

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

Okay, this week has been an extra crazy experience in a year marked by months of crazy. So we are going to take a break from the serious and contemplative this ...

Improving vocabulary

What’s the difference between isolation and quarantine?

Posted on October 2, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 8 Comments

Breaking news this morning: President Trump and his wife have tested positive for COVID and are currently in isolation at the White House. I don’t know ab...

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What is sedition?

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

The word "sedition" is getting thrown around in the news, and I didn't know exactly what it meant... until now!

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What is a storm surge?

Posted on August 28, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 0 Comment

After years of hearing about hurricanes, I never understood what storm surge is. Now I think I've got it...

Improving vocabulary/Who I Am/Words and Technology

Preserving our humanity

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Julia Tomiak / 5 Comments

Humane behavior means compassionate behavior, and I don't think we're seeing enough of it. Why and how to preserve our humanity...

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