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Snow Days
Magic happens when the weather beckons our communities back into the real.
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RECENT POSTS
The Blossoming of Public Goods
Public assets often begin with the hidden creative spark of artists and craftspeople.
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Keep Sleep Weird
Sleep reminds us that the ability to command every moment isn’t in our best interest.
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Creativity, Risk, and the Limits of Perceived Usefulness
How our bias toward usefulness undermines our confidence in taking risks where it matters most.
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Good Ugly
What connects us reminds us of our responsibility to look after each other.
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Open Windows and How Things Work
Letting people see behind the scenes doesn’t only expose problems; it also builds trust, boosts knowledge, and enhances enjoyment.
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Lasting Happiness and the Hedonic Treadmill
Change, contentment, and finding joy in the everyday.
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