#52booksin52weeks Includes a Character List - The Goblin Emperor by Katherine Addison #fantasy #intrigue #abuse #abusesurvivor #MoralLeadership #Rulership #loneliness #prejudice #kindness #empathy #EmpathyInLeadership #vengeance #forgiveness #BuildingBridges #ttrpgpodcast #gamemastersbookclub https://www.k-squareproductions.com/gmbc

Bulgaria's Abandoned Children Find Hope (Amazing People Documentary) | @RealStories

https://peertube.gravitywell.xyz/w/a6MQCJqzjdjUdp3ZSZRz5e

#BuildingBridges There's always been a small log across Bush Creek to stop you getting your feet wet, but it is disintegrating and won't last another winter.

A large willow blew down a couple of months back, just a few meters down from the old log. A couple of hours with the #chainsaw, and voila! A bridge that should last a while.

Cutting the stump end took some thought, because it was going to slump 30cm or so, and done wrong could have trapped the chainsaw bar pretty effectively. But I got it right, and added a nice step to ease passage.

Members of the 'NEVER AGAIN' Association Natalia Sineaeva and Rafal Pankowski paid tribute to the memory of the Polish refugees who found refuge in East Africa during World War II. Makerere University Rotary Peace Center #Solidaritywithrefugees #Buildingbridges www.facebook.com/respect.dive...

Amen to Brandi Carlile’s statements

On “Church and State,” @ 29:14 in #NPR World Cafe video interview:
“The separation of #church and state is absolutely essential. I say that as a person of #faith and as a person who has to [needs to] live in a #democracy.”

And, @ 29:32 , on including quote from Thomas Jefferson’s Letter to the Danbury Baptists from 1802: “Those crossover moments are the ones that we really need to look for."

#FirstAmendment #BuildingBridges #CommonGround #Americans https://www.npr.org/2025/10/24/nx-s1-5584021/brandi-carlile-album-returning-to-myself

↕️ Renverse.co ↕️ Contre-sommet Burning Bridges: À Genève, le 27 sept à 10h, Burning Bridges dénonce le blanchiment de l'image d'UBS au sommet Building Bridges, alors qu'elle finance Elbit, le génocide à Gaza et l'extractivisme destructeur. #BurningBridges #Genève #UBS #BuildingBridges #Gaza

Contre-sommet Burning Bridges

Upcoming Monday (July 7, 2025), six researchers of the IWE’s Bonn Sustainable AI Lab will hold a panel on „News gaps: What's amplified, what's ignored, and why it matters“ at #GMF25. Led by Prof. Dr. Aimee van Wynsberghe, the panel explores journalism’s role in shaping AI narratives, news accessibility and misinformation.

💡Visit the GMF’s website to learn more about this exciting event: https://gmf-event.com/event/program-details/142

#GMF25 #BreakingBarriers #BuildingBridges #BreakingBarriersBuildingBridges #BBBB

Engraving a little inspiration on this keychain! 🔥 'Building bridges, creating connections'—because every connection counts. ✨

#LaserEngraving #CustomKeychain #BuildingBridges #CreatingConnections #EngravingWithMeaning #LaserLife #PersonalizedPerfection #fyp #reels #explore

"Over the weekend, hundreds of Americans took Maffin up on his offer and made the trip across the border to attend Nanaimo Infusion, a festival created specifically to welcome the new visitors." #buildingbridges
Many of them were apologetic and expressed support for Canada.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/nanaimo-infusion-tod-maffin-1.7519638

Every encounter is a chance to build a bridge of understanding and compassion. Let’s embrace the opportunity to create a world of unity, one connection at a time. 🌍🤝 #WednesdayWisdom #HumanityFirst #BuildingBridges

Embracing Universal Ethics for a More Compassionate World

In a world often divided by religious and ideological lines, the Dalai Lama’s appeal for secular ethics and peace offers a refreshing perspective. He reminds us:

“For thousands of years, violence has been committed and justified in the name of religion. Religions have often been intolerant and still are in many cases. Religion is often abused or exploited – even by religious leaders – in order to further political or economic interests. For that reason, I say that in the twenty-first century, we need a new form of ethics beyond religion. I am speaking of a secular ethics that can be helpful and useful for over a billion atheists and an increasing number of agnostics. More integral than religion is our fundamental human spirituality. That is the affinity we humans have for love, benevolence, and affection – no matter what religion we belong to.”

A Call for Reflection and Unity

The Dalai Lama’s words resonate deeply, especially in times of division and conflict. As Christians, we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 22:39). This teaching aligns with the Dalai Lama’s vision of universal human values grounded in love, benevolence, and affection.

Transcending Boundaries

The message is clear: true spirituality transcends religious boundaries. It calls us to recognize our shared humanity and the fundamental values that unite us. This isn’t about diminishing the importance of our faith but about enriching it by embracing a broader, more inclusive perspective.

Building Bridges of Understanding

In embracing secular ethics, we are not abandoning our Christian principles but enhancing our capacity to connect with others, regardless of their beliefs. This approach can foster peace, understanding, and cooperation in a world that desperately needs it.

A Personal Reflection

Reflecting on these words, I find inspiration in the teachings of Jesus and the Dalai Lama alike. Both emphasize the power of love and compassion as guiding principles. As we navigate the complexities of the twenty-first century, let’s strive to embody these values in our daily lives, building bridges of understanding and unity.

Discussion Points:

1. How can we apply the Dalai Lama’s call for universal human values in our communities?
2. What steps can we take to ensure our faith promotes love and benevolence rather than division?
3. In what ways can we foster dialogue and understanding among different belief systems?
4. How can we practice and model these universal ethics in our daily interactions?

I invite you to share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments below. How do you see these ideas impacting your life and community?

🙏🕊️🙏

https://richardsilverman108.wordpress.com/2024/08/13/an-appeal-for-universal-ethics-wisdom-from-the-dalai-lama/

#benevolence #buildingBridges #christianity #community #compassion #DalaiLama #ethicalLiving #humanUnity #InterfaithDialogue #JesusTeachings #love #Matthew2239 #peace #reflection #religiousTolerance #secularEthics #sharedHumanity #spirituality #understanding #universalValues

The Sermon on the Mount offers profound teachings on love, including extending it to those who challenge us. This post explores practical ways to cultivate that love and build bridges, even with difficult people. #RadicalLove #SermonOnTheMount #Christianity #KindnessMatters #OvercomingChallenges #BuildingBridges #TheUnlovable #GraceAndForgiveness #FaithfulLiving #InnerStrength #Jesus #JesusChrist #Lord #Faith #Christian #christianity

https://livingforthechrist.com/loving-the-unlovable-sermon-on-the-mount/

Prof. Sebastian M. Schmidt and Minister-President Michael Kretschmer bid farewell to all participants at the end. Both agree: when people from different generations, countries and scientific disciplines understand each other as well as they do at #BuildingBridges, we are on the right track.

At the discussion round with Michael Kretschmer, Minister-President of Saxony, researchers from different European countries, including Attila Cangi from the Center for Advanced Systems Understanding (CASUS), had the opportunity to share their thoughts on how politics can support science more effectively. #BuildingBridges

Keynote with Benjamin Sovacool from the Institute for Global Sustainability, Boston University, at #BuildingBridges. His point: In order to achieve #NetZero emissions in industry, science and politics must focus even more on the social and ethical aspects of decarbonization, in addition to technological solutions.

What challenges do we face in order to achieve #NetZero? How can politics, science and business work together? These were the topics of today's panel discussion with Sebastian Gemkow, Jana Havlikova, Igor Papič, Sebastian M. Schmidt & Maria Mrówczyńska. #BuildingBridges

We start Day 2 of the #BuildingBridges science conference with film highlights of yesterday's opening. More sessions and discussions are lined up for today. Stay tuned for our live stream from the Great Hall at the ICC #Dresden:
➡️ https://vimeo.com/event/4306877/0ca632b339

Day 1 of #BuildingBridges has been a success: We started with a series of presentations from our guest country #Slovenia. Janez Potocnik outlined his vision for sustainable development, and Sasa Spacal explored the interface between science and art. Thanks to all participants!

Worum geht es bei der internationalen Wissenschaftskonferenz #BuildingBridges? Was steckt hinter dem Motto #NetZero? Diese und weitere Fragen beantwortet der Wissenschaftliche Direktor des @HZDR Prof. Sebastian M. Schmidt, im Gespräch mit Dresden Aktuell.
▶️ https://t.co/ESIkbAl7tH

Reminder: The 'Building Bridges for the Next Generations' conference is approaching fast! Join us on May 27-28 at the ICC in Dresden. Explore Microelectronics, Sustainable Construction, Hydrogen, Fusion, & AI. #BuildingBridges #NetZeroFuture
▶️ https://www.hzdr.de/presse/bbng2024