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The Psychology of Hope

By Sylvia Lafair | November 7, 2023 |

Summary: In a world rife with conflict and discord, the quest for peace and hope can seem impossible. Yet, history has shown that profound transformation is possible, and it often begins with the power of collective action and systems thinking. We explore this here. Dear Dr. Sylvia, Shocked and saddened last week. My 19-year-old daughter…

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What We Can Learn From The Dark Psychology of War

By Sylvia Lafair | October 16, 2023 |

Dear All, Today, I, once again, enter the darkness of what is happening in Israel and Palestine. In addition, it brings back memories of a time that seems a million years ago (actually twenty-one). That was when a group of my colleagues and I created The Center for Intercultural Dialogue. We were doing deep work…

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When the Winds of War Are Strong

By Sylvia Lafair | October 10, 2023 |

Summary: Today is meant to be different. It is about today’s world’s pain, hurt, and fear. And one way to make a difference, no matter how small. Dear All, Today is a tough day. Above all, we continue to get more information from the Middle East. It’s mainly about the vast number of humans, from…

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