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How to Cure 'Destructive Emotions'

Best-selling author Daniel Goleman finds in Buddhism a possible cure-all for anger, depression, and more.

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Tiny Handprint

After burying her stillborn baby's remains, a woman uses the precious handprint of the baby in a special way.

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A World of Meditation: Contemplative Practices From Many Faiths

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Autumn Light

My choir was going to perform in a bad part of town and I had a special solo. I was nervous--until an unforgettable angel sighting helped me through it.

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Extremists for Love

The Jain perspective on nonviolence.

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Boy Scouts

These young American heroes saved lives and refused to panic when a killer tornado struck their camp.

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St. Alphonsus Liguori (1696-1787)

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Exorcism: To Hell, and Back

Once in decline, the Catholic rite of exorcism is now undergoing a revival, and the ranks of exorcists are swelling

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Hairdo's and Don'ts in the Bible

Our scripture scholar answers your questions about braided hair, witchcraft, Jesus' bankroll, and more.

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