The following article is from the Good News Network  A researcher discovered a ‘rare’ wildflower that only grows in New Jersey—after studying a plant that everyone assumed to belong to another species.  In the Pine Barrens region of southern New Jersey, Temple University researcher Sasha Eisenman helped identify the long mistaken plant as unique to the state—a discovery that could help protect it for years to come. In research published in Phytotaxa, Eisenman confirmed the

What does it mean to live a "whole and healed" life? What does a "whole and healed" person's life look like? We know that perfection doesn't exist on the physical plane, so is it possible to be "whole and healed"? Healing pain and trauma doesn't mean that it is completely gone forever. The mind teaches us that memories never completely go away, but that time and space can help us move forward despite the painful memories that come and go. Healing manifests when the pains of o

The twenty-first week of the year is ruled by the planetary influence of Jupiter, as well as the The World archetype. Jupiter is an expansive, wise, and masterful embodiment of our lives. We are able to gain optimism for the future, while moving toward a more abundant reality that is aligned with the flow of goodness and prosperity. Jupiter teaches us higher truths and the ability to trust the process. As we integrate the lessons we have learned, we are able to gain a much wi

The following article is from the Good News Network  When an Indian science team set out to try and make a solution to microplastic pollution, it’s fair to say they probably didn’t expect to find that very solution in their kitchen larders.  16-year-olds Vivaan Chhawchharia, Ariana Agarwal, and Avyana Mehta, used powdered tamarind seed as the base for an all-natural microplastic clumping agent. After a short agitation period, the clumped microplastic-tamarind mass can be re

This week, the Judgement archetype had me thinking deeply about awakening to change. Change can happen in one breath, or it can take some time to get fully integrated into our lives. We tend to go through a type of cocoon phase - where we live in a void while we move from one identity to another. I have had a lot of these experiences in my life, and I am familiar with this space. It can be really scary, yet extremely exciting - and it can bring up our fears, insecurities, and

The twentieth week of the year is ruled by the planetary influence of the Moon, as well as the Judgement archetype. The Moon is a dreamy, imaginative, and intuitive planetary influence. It helps us feel our way through life. The Moon teaches us to be adaptable and shift with the tides, as the waxing and waning energies influence us to manifest and let go at different times. By tuning into our surroundings, leaning into our sensitivities, and having the courage to follow our h

The following article is from the Good News Network  A tree known for its medicinal properties for thousands of years may also be able to help humanity tackle the problem of microplastic pollution.  The Moringa tree is sometimes called “the Miracle Tree,” but while healing and good eating may have earned this tree its reputation in antiquity, one study recently found it was able to filter microplastics from water as effective as heavy metal alternatives. When used in a mach

Everyone wants to believe that they are "good". We are taught in society, the movies, and in television shows that there is evil and good in the world, and we have to protect ourselves and others from this darkness, while helping to guide the self and others toward the Light. We create narratives based on our personal history and our beliefs around politics, religion, different cultures, our families, and our communities. We see the "others" as dangerous, destructive, ignoran

The following article is from the Good News Network  A surprisingly robust, yet green, alternative to plastic packaging has been developed from the hemp plant–an age-old form of the cannabis plant that doesn’t get people high.  The non-toxic plastic alternative is a stretchy thermoplastic that can extend up to 1,600% of its size. The material also has a high “glass transition temperature”—a quality that allows plastics to stay durable when it comes into contact with boiling

Wisdom is the fruit of a lifetime, and our grandmothers and great-grandmothers hold so much wisdom through their life experiences. Elder women are known for being anchors for morality. They understand the need for environmental protections, peaceful interactions between leaders, and global conversations about ethics, morals, and values in our highest positions of power. There are many examples of how these elder women come together in societies to help them heal, thrive, and

The following article is from the Good News Network  Seeds may come alive to the soothing sound of rainfall, sensing the drops while they are still beneath the surface, suggests a new study.  A series of experiments at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology demonstrated that rice seeds sprouted faster to the sound of rainfall. The sound of falling droplets effectively shook the seeds out of a dormant state, stimulating them to germinate at a faster rate compared with see

Many spiritual teachings around the world speak of our duty as a society to hold one another accountable for our actions. But what happens when we fail to act? In the Bible, Christianity teaches through Jesus Christ that we are responsible for both our actions and our failures to act. In Buddhism and Hinduism, karma is looked at through individual accountability as well as the collective consequences, when we allow harm to continue to occur right in front of our eyes. Each of

The following article is from the Good News Network  Rescuers in Australia were able to save a humpback whale after becoming stranded on a sandbar during its migration.  The 10-ton marine giant was freed and guided back into the ocean off Forster, New South Wales, after becoming trapped in shallow waters in a n urgent and complex rescue operation. Humpback whales typically migrate along Australia’s east coast between June and November, traveling from Antarctica to the Great

The Earth is our home, our shelter, our source of food and water, and the vessel that supplies the air that we breathe. This planet is everything to us, and it was here long before the first person was incarnated. Before humans, the Earth evolved through various cycles and systems. It has never been a "perfect" place, as billions of years has proven the Earth to be ever-changing and evolving. Through the biology, chemistry, and physics of the planet, it has shifted greatly ov

The following article is from the Good News Network  An Alaska district court judge has ruled against a coalition of logging interests looking to get their saws on Tongass National Forest’s old growth timber stands.  As the nation’s largest national forest, and the world’s largest temperate rainforest, Tongass acts as a superb stronghold for many species, such as the bald eagle, sperm whale, Steller’s sea lion, Chinook salmon, brown bear, mountain goat, and the Endangered H

The New Moon arrives at the most perfect time for an energetic reset. This lunar cycle arrives at this time of the month to help us manifest something new, or bring in new ideas that support our goals and overall mission or purpose. On a Venus week, the New Moon is guided by the intention of creating harmony, flow, and a creative spark that can ignite transformation. This New Moon happens to arrive in the astrological sign of Aries. Aries is ruled by Mars, and the spark of en

The following article is from the Good News Network  A Hungarian firm is adding shredded, hard-to-recycle waste into a light concrete mixture for use in paving roads, building houses, and insulating structures.  The firm based in Budapest, called Makropa, utilizes many unrecyclable waste streams that would otherwise be destined for landfills or the incinerator. It says it can entrap between 3,000 and 4,000 tons of trash per kilometer of road. Makropa’s (WLC) Waste Light Co

Sometimes we have great ideas and we form a plan that is destined to succeed. There is passion and excitement, and things just feel right. Everything is aligned except for the timing. Either the space is not available, the resources are not quite all there yet, or the support for the idea is lacking. Whatever the case may be, the idea has to wait until the conditions are ready for it to grow into its full potential. So how do we move forward from here? In order for a great id

The following article is from the Good News Network  For most kids, you can’t beat a trip to the zoo.  And for those unfortunate kids whose immune systems are too weak to endure such an excursion, they now have the chance to experience it from their hospital beds. That’s thanks to a clever partnership involving the San Diego Zoo’s 24/7 streaming service, one that brings the sights and sounds, if not the smells, of the zoo directly to them. The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Allianc

This Libra Full Moon is illuminating a new healing cycle. Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of romance, harmony, play, and all matters of the heart. The Full Moon invites us to let go of what is no longer serving our highest good in order to create space for what we are manifesting. Libra is represented by the scales, and therefore, issues around balance are coming up to the surface. Where has life gone toward disharmony? Are there areas of depletion or excess that need to