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Sep 12, 2015
"All the great religions have a place for awe, for ecstatic transport at the wonder and beauty of creation." --Richard Dawkins
How Awe Makes Us Generous
"What do the Grand Canyon, Sistine Chapel, and gazing at distant stars all have in common? They can awaken a deep appreciation for the world around us and inspire a profound sense of awe....But is that experience strictly personal? New research from UC Berkeley and UC Irvine suggests that experiencing awe can actually prompt us to act more benevolently toward others. In other words, awe can help make the world a better place."
BE THE CHANGE
What ordinary part of everyday life, if you stopped to consider it, would fill you with awe? Take a moment to appreciate that right now.
