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Blog Story: Kathy’s Journey – A Light in the Shadows
Disclaimer: This is a fictional narrative inspired by real-world challenges to foster empathy and understanding. Ricks College, Rexburg, Idaho, 1983 Kathy sat in the sterile office of the campus doctor, her hands gripping her husband’s for comfort. Married for a year and glowing with the optimism of young love, they had eagerly begun planning for…
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Refining Day: Embracing Empathy as the Core of Our Humanity
Hello, dear readers—Oddly Robbie here. Today, let’s peel back the layers of our shared humanity, reflecting on a truth as old as time but often forgotten in the shuffle of modern life: how we treat the so-called “least of us” says everything about who we are. Raised in a deeply religious setting, I often heard…
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Nap Time, Reclaimed: Embracing Our Natural Sleep Rhythms in an Automated World
Remember nap time when we were kids? We’d fight it, but there we were, tucked in for that midday rest. Funny how, as adults, we’re told to power through the day without that little slice of rest—almost as if sleep were only for the young. But here’s the thing: the concept of a midday rest…
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Exploring New Pathways: The Potential of Psilocybin in Helping the Difficult Effects of Autism
Hello, Oddly Robbie readers! Today, I want to delve into a topic that might be a bit controversial but has incredible potential to change lives. I live in a place where the use of psilocybin—more commonly known as magic mushrooms—is allowed. My psychologist recommended a documentary called *Fantastic Fungi*. This film opened my eyes to…
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Unlocking Progress: Rethinking Patent Laws for a Sustainable Future
Hello, digital navigators and pioneers of change! OddlyRobbie here, stepping into the arena of intellectual rights with a twist only we can explore. Did you know that the melody that rings out at every birthday bash was once bound by copyright chains? Let’s unravel the complex world of patents—meant to foster innovation but perhaps, also…
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Robots, Recovery, and Radical Compassion: A New Dawn in Addiction Treatment
The Problem: An Unforgiving Reality We’re living in an era where the cries of addiction echo louder than ever. Whether it’s the unnerving laughter heard in the middle of the night or the alarming scenes witnessed in public transportation, it’s apparent: we are in a crisis. And while our healthcare professionals are doing their best,…