That infamous line from Star Wars is just one of many popular suggestions that truth is in the eye of the beholder. "One man's trash is another man's treasure." "Missing the forest for the trees." The film Rashomon and its numerous imitators. The parable of the blind men describing just the part of an elephant they can touch. The meme of two people standing on either side of a numeral which could either be a 9 or a 6. Our language and our culture are rich with illustrations of how perspective and perception shape our … [Read more...] about Science Corner: “From a Certain Point of View”
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Science Corner: Grandmother, What Grey Fur You Have
Much of the science news these days remains focused on US policy developments, funding changes, and significant shifts in messaging. There is certainly more than enough to fill another blog post. At the same time, I'm not sure I have anything new to say. I remain in favor of funding basic research, both to learn about the world and as a good investment in the future. I remain in favor of supporting public health programs here and abroad that reduce human suffering from various communicable diseases and other ailments. … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Grandmother, What Grey Fur You Have
ESN Conversation: Nailing It
ESN Conversation with Nicole Massie Martin Nailing It: Why Successful Leadership Demands Suffering and Surrender Listen to the words and wisdom of Dr. Nicole Massie Martin as she unpacks how God calls us to lead in all areas of our lives and to do so redemptively through Christ's cross.https://youtu.be/DRSldeNgdDg https://youtu.be/DRSldeNgdDg … [Read more...] about ESN Conversation: Nailing It
Science Corner: Time Dilation
Even with the loss of an hour, lately it seems like we are packing more news into each day than we used to. And so much of the news lately has been science-related; not necessarily new discoveries--although those are happening too--but the enterprise of science itself is getting more attention. So, we'll trying something a little different this month and try to touch on a few topics in brief. First up, some very quick looks at positive stories. For International Women's Day, several female scientists pay tribute to … [Read more...] about Science Corner: Time Dilation
ESN Conversation: When Work Hurts
Watch our ESN Conversation with Meryl Herr When Work Hurts: Building Resilience When You're Beat Up or Burnt Out We might be discouraged, disillusioned, or devastated by our work. We might experience trauma or harassment on the job, or we may have experienced work loss by getting fired. If you've been beat up, burnt out, or brokenhearted by work, you're not alone. https://youtu.be/6JIrDqF__JU … [Read more...] about ESN Conversation: When Work Hurts