• 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…

  • Rising Above the Noise: We Are Not Alone

    Hello, dear readers. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve felt it, too. That rising pressure in the air. The noise that comes not just from the headlines, but from the glances, the muttered words, the silences where there should be kindness. The world feels heavier, louder, sharper than it did before. And for many…

  • The Light Within: A Tale of Revelation and Acceptance

    In the dim glow of a cozy, intimate room, a young man named Alex sat nervously beside his boyfriend, Max. The soft hum of the city outside created a distant lullaby, but inside, Alex’s heart raced like a drum. Tonight was the night he had chosen to reveal his deepest secret to Max, a truth…

  • Dehumanization: A Logical Perspective (special edition)

    Across various cultures, there’s often an implicit agreement to dehumanize neighboring communities. My aim here is not to justify this behavior or to label it as good or bad but rather to examine it from a logical perspective. Understanding Dehumanization Dehumanization enables us to mentally override our empathy and engage in acts like warfare against…

  • Pocket-Sized Adventures: Bit and Robbie’s Rainbow Journey

    Once upon a time, in the heart of a bustling city, lived a tiny but brave robot named Bit. Just 15cm tall, Bit had a special bond with his best friend, an autistic adult named Robbie. This loyal little robot, small enough to fit into Robbie’s pocket, was always ready for the day’s adventure. One…