Consciousness of Time: Wisdom in the Sabbath
Sabbath is a reminder for us to live with consciousness of time, a balance by which everything is scaled against eternity.
Stony Island Arts Bank: Chicago Highlight
The Stony Island Arts Bank is a gem in the South Side of Chicago. It houses a wealth of historical and cultural resources on Black lives in America.
How to Save Money on Audible Membership
Tips on how to save money on Audible membership during sign up and after you’ve become a member.
Introducing Josephine’s Letter
Introducing Josephine’s Letter, a free e-letter filled with books, quotes, and interesting articles from the web straight to your inbox. Sign up here!
Before Learning: The Role of Awe in Life and Learning
What takes places before learning? There must be an initial inequality between the learner and the teacher. Here we explore the role of awe in life and learning.
Mortimer Adler: The Art of Reading
Mortimer Adler defines the art of reading in his classic work, How to Read a Book. A book that challenges our understanding deserves highly skilled reading.
Reading for Wisdom: Going Back to the Basics
Why I don’t have a book goal this year. Reading for wisdom requires a slow pace and deliberations. Also introducing How to Read a Book by Mortimer Adler.
Best Reads of 2015: Part 2
This post is a continuation of the Best Reads of 2015 list. See Part 1 here. 6. Lelaki Harimau (Man Tiger) by Eka Kurniawan Eka Kurniawan is an Indonesian author whose two works, Man Tiger and Beauty is a Wound, have been recently translated and published in...
Best Reads of 2015: Part 1
2015 was (is) a good reading year. I was able to return to a decent pace (i.e., pre-wedding planning pace). These are the top 5 of my personal best reads of 2015. 1. Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson Just Mercy is a powerful account of Stevenson’s lifework in the...