by Renée Silvus
I’d like to address the angry criticism of Democrats in Congress for not standing to applaud and honor well-deserving folks during the SOTUA. As someone who freezes when stressed and uncertain, I thought, “I get it—that would be me.” Because I would have felt...
by Renée Silvus
When I was 23, I loaded my new VW Fox with books, a stereo, and a few clothes. My parents insisted on a CB radio for my long drive from Ohio to Southern California. If they only knew what real dangers lie ahead. I was just a country girl on my way to teach inner-city...
by Renée Silvus
Ahimsa—mitigate harm and animosity I’m wondering how much we’re generally in a stew of actual, emerging, or possible harm. And how much of it is unconscious. Another writer on Substack posted on 5 (offensive) things white people should stop saying right now. I think...
by Renée Silvus
Whenever there’s a crisis, I head toward the kitchen. When Nicole died, I dug out the rolling pin and made chicken noodle soup for her family. When we lost Jeff, I went to his kitchen to make lasagna so no one would have to return a casserole dish. Lately, I’m finding...
by Renée Silvus
Being truthful, satya Mitigating harm, ahimsa I spoke with L this week, a client who runs a research lab in Minneapolis. Her team is afraid to travel to work. L is Brazilian, young, and super cool, so students are coming her for guidance and stability. She doesn’t...
by Renée Silvus
There’s a story about St. Teresa of Avila losing her traveling supplies in a raging river. When she went to calm down and pray, God revealed it was to show his love and friendship. She retorted, “No wonder then you don’t have many friends.” I love this story for a...
