Biophilia

Toddlers

October 1, 2025

Biophilia

A series in progress. This collection explores how a human life is shaped across time—by the systems we build, the environments we inhabit, and the cultural assumptions we carry. Essays forthcoming.

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Health

February 2025

The World Within the World

“One isn’t necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Without courage, we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can’t be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest.” – Maya Angelou

Anthropocene

November 2025

Birth

“Every journey begins with the first step.” – Chinese proverb

Equity & Place

December 2025

Middle Childhood

“As courageous, creative change-makers we have the opportunity and moral authority to change the social, political, and economic structures that cause injustice and climate chaos. Youth are standing up for our fundamental right to inherit a stable and survivable planet.” – Kelsey Juliana

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