How Zelda Saved This Boy’s Family
Zelda: Ocarina of Time is hailed as the greatest video game ever made. It's pure magic wrapped in a hero's journey. This story from Reddit shows how it can bring families together. The family that plays together, stays together.
How Guitar Legend Steve Vai used Free Work to Get Hired by Frank Zappa
Steve Vai, one of the greatest guitarists of all time, got his big break by sending Frank Zappa a free transcription of one of his songs. Two years later, Vai was touring and playing with Zappa. This is a perfect example of how free work can lead to incredible opportunities.
The Best TED Talks on Play
The Best TED Talks on Play
Palestinian Teacher Uses Play to Reduce Violence
Great story about a teacher who uses play to reduce violence: A former refugee who decided to teach children about self-respect and non-violence has been named Global Teacher of the Year.
GMOs: Good or Bad?
GMO's- get informed. There are the obvious cons, but there are also pros that you wouldnt expect.
Why Dogs Chase Squirrels
We often simplify animal behavior, like assuming dogs always want to kill squirrels. But in reality, our perceptions are conditioned. Dogs and squirrels often play together and chase each other, revealing the complexity of their interactions. They are not one-dimensional creatures, but multifaceted.
This is What Facebook Did to My Business
One of my best friends back home recently said, “Looks like business is great.” I asked him why he would say that. “Oh I saw on Facebook.” My business hasn’t been great, which is why his comment surprised me.
Why You Need to See ‘Where to Invade Next’
Michael Moore rubs a lot of Americans the wrong way. But whether you like him or not, you absolutely need to see his new film. The core message of “Where to Invade Next” is that we can choose to treat each other with dignity, respect, and love.
Teacher’s Facebook Post on Why She Quit After 30 Years
I recently came across Kathy Margolis’ Facebook post, which seems to have really struck a chord (over 35,000 shares). All of her thoughts on the school system are applicable to schools around the world.
These People took the Play It Away Challenge. Here’s what happened.
Last week, I challenged my readers to go out and play. To combat stress, to forget about anxiety. The results were awesome.
