The Case for Slow Work
“Slow work is an exercise in doing less, and more aspirationally, doing nothing.”
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May We Rage and Love Well in 2022
And may we remember that real change demands our active and sustained participation, even in the tender aches of living in the unknown.
Where Do American Christmas Traditions Come From?
A brief history, including evergreen trees, presents, and Santa Claus.
Murmurations: A Winter Solstice Spell
adrienne maree brown reflects on the sacred rest that comes about with the winter solstice.
How (and Why) a Horror Show Soothed My Pregnancy Loss
For years, horror—a sort of safe danger I knew had an end—got me through some seriously traumatic situations.
11 Books to Give and Share
YES! staff recommend books that influenced and entertained us this year.
Why Public Art Is Good for Cities
Studies show that investments in public art can improve street safety, provide tourism and new jobs, and combat social isolation and anxiety.
The YES! Crossword: Human Rights Day
The clues for December’s puzzle focus on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, signed this month in 1948.
A Brief Analysis of Letting Go
As a collective, how do we say goodbye to the structures and traditions that no longer serve, protect, and preserve us?
A Multi-Cultural Perspective on Gratitude
Learning from other languages and cultures of gratitude, perhaps Americans can make “thank you” less casual and more heartfelt.
How Gen Z Is Fighting Back Against Big Tech
Many in this generation are aware of what they have lost by having grown up on social media, so they’re logging off and working to create a safer, healthier future.
Food as a Portal—to Myself
“In my blood is a culture that is inextricable from its food. How could I reclaim this after years of denying myself this birthright?”
The YES! Crossword: Close Readings
This month’s puzzle will put your reading comprehension to the test.
Diwali Has Many Origins, But One Central Theme
Diwali has many origin stories and is celebrated in several faith traditions, but all center the triumph of justice.
The Pursuit of Rest Under Capitalism
“Could it be that the fragmentation of our relations has been a fundamental cause of our exhaustion?”
What I Learned When I Came Out to My Asian Mother
“We all have a story to share, and I believe knowing someone’s story creates connection.”
How to Address Mental Health Needs of Children With Chronic Illnesses
Children with chronic medical conditions often suffer multiple blows to their mental well-being. A state program in California aims to provide appropriate treatment for these children and their families.
Rethinking Retirement Communities
Philadelphia is among a growing number of cities creating programs to help residents “age in place” and maintain a connection with their community.
How to Really Support People Who Have Abortions
I had no one to support me after my abortion senior year of high school, mostly because seeking support would mean telling someone my secret. At the time, I lived
How Public Health Partnerships are Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccination in 4 States
Public health and communications experts from Michigan, Indiana, Mississippi, and South Carolina discuss efforts to encourage people in their states and local communities to get vaccinated.
The YES! Crossword: Orgullo y Felicidad
September’s crossword puzzle celebrates the pride and joy of Hispanic and Latinx heritage.
How to Revolutionize Social Services
A team of researchers and administrators are revamping New Mexico’s social service networks to meet the needs of everyone. They hope to expand to the rest of the country next.
The YES! Crossword: Black in Business
Get clued in on a cross-section of Black people’s accomplishments, in business and beyond.
How to Recapture Your Imagination
A celebrated storyteller draws on myth and metaphor to direct our gaze away from the screen and toward the wonder of the world.
Hiking as Medicine
With a body weakened by chemotherapy, flat, low-elevation hikes have become my new obsession.
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