Moral Landscapes (Psychology Today blog)

• Principles of an Indigenous Way of Being
  Psychology thinks itself as culture-free and “objective” or without bias. But it is rooted in colonialism. Indigenous Psychology starts with Creation instead of the individual.
• Who Needs Empathy?
  Some scholars question the value of empathy, while for others it is foundational for the evolution of our cooperative social species—but it must be cultivated by a village of care.
• Are We "Civilized to Death?"
  In the last few millennia, we have been misinformed about our pre-civilized past, keeping us fearful. To move toward wellness, we must integrate aspects of our pre-civilized past.
• 'Wellness-Informed': Foundations for Practice
  "Wellness-informed" orients to optimizing human life.
• What Societal Characteristics Are Associated With Peace?
  A new study shows us the characteristics of peaceful societies.
• The Scars of Moral Injury From George Floyd’s Death
  Derek Chauvin's treatment of George Floyd is on trial. What do moral theories say about the actions of the witnesses and the officers?
• Do You Know Your Basic Needs? There Are More Than You Think
  What are our basic needs? There are many more than Maslow identified, and most should be met simultaneously, especially in early life.
• We Can Heal the Shock We Carry
  Shock is pervasive and often unhealed. Stephanie Mines guides readers in self-healing.
• The Intelligence Needed for Our Planetary Emergency
  Educators and homeschooling can foster the intelligence needed to heal the Earth rather than exploit it.
• What Is Education For?
  Many parents worry that their children need to be in school to learn. Noticing the limitations of schooling offers insight into what can be learned perhaps better outside of school.
• Using Your Brain's Plasticity to Increase Your Serenity
  Are you stressed out? You can prime your brain to be calm and happy instead of stressed by using several techniques described in a new book.