The Iskra Journal
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A mostly-words venture that elaborates on themes I have been exploring for several decades on my design, art and politics blogs. Here I will write about the connections between art, politics, life and community, and how we bridge the disconnections of time, space, tribe and opinion to live a life of meaning and purpose. (See more here.) Contact me at TheIskraJournal (at) gmail (dot) com.
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This morning, in a radical departure from my usual doom gathering, I entered “poetry” in the Atlantic search window. An exquisite essay surfaced, with a poem from the Atlantic archives. The author, a poetry professor, makes an unexpected connection between poetry, mindfulness and repair. As people I know have begun their departures from memory, into…
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Fort Worden: A Sense of Place Over the years I have been fortunate to attend numerous retreats and gatherings at Fort Worden, and I always look forward to return. Whether I am planning to paint or write or simply immerse myself in the company of others, time spent here is more than anything an experience…
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Reflections on No Kings Day, extremism, monarchy and the endless repetition of the cycles of human history.
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In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
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Challenges in business are a given, but it’s our response to them that defines our trajectory. Looking beyond the immediate obstacle, there lies a realm of opportunity and learning.
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