At work, the unbearable lightness of “doing”

In 1982, a period of growth, confidence and opulence, Milan Kundera published The Unbearable Lightness of Being, a novel exploring the existential and romantic fluctuations of its characters. At that time, you could devote full afternoons to it on the terrace, stirring your coffee with a languid spoon, cigarette in hand. A time of being … Read more

Cameroon: Mangambeu, an air of sanza, a dance, a culture…

AA/ Yaoundé/ Peter Kum Funerals… A frantic pace… And a young dancer named Mangambeu… A most atypical story that takes us to the heart of Bamileke culture, where dance and spirituality are marvelously intertwined. “It was on the occasion of the funeral of a notable bangangté, named Mafeun Biatat, that a group of young people … Read more

Tent, renovations, group life: atmosphere of a scout camp at Fort de Seclin

By Anne-Sophie Hourdeaux Published on Aug 24 ’22 at 2:02 PM Lille News See my news Follow this media 14 scouts aged 14 to 17, from Bellaing in Valenciennes, lived 15 days of summer camps at Fort de Seclin. (©AS Hourdeaux/Northern Cross) For 2 weeks this summer, from 1er as of August 14, 2022, 14 … Read more

Aujourd’hui encore la colonisation crée des inégalités et des injustices

Au cours du vol de retour du Canada, comme de coutume, le Pape a voulu répondre aux questions de certains des journalistes présents. L’entretien a été introduit par le directeur de la salle de presse, du Saint-Siège, Matteo Bruni. Bonsoir à tous. Votre Sainteté, ce furent des jours de pèlerinage et de pénitence en plusieurs … Read more

Harvard researchers link spirituality to healthier living and longer lifespan

Spirituality is associated with improved health outcomes and patient care. According to a study conducted by experts from Harvard School of Public Health and Brigham and Women’s Hospitalspirituality should be integrated into care for serious illnesses and general health. “This study represents the most rigorous and comprehensive systematic review of the modern health and spiritual … Read more

“It helps me to believe that a path is possible, despite my situation”: Holidays for solo mothers at the sanctuary of Alençon

“It’s not easy being a single mom, especially in the summer when everyone is taken care of by their families. The year also we are isolated. We have little time and means to look after our children and we are rarely invited, even by Catholics. » Around breakfast, the other mothers nod. Armelle (1)a 35-year-old … Read more

Tips for nurturing your inner life during the holidays

1 – I practice the art of conversation With summer comes the time for meals where you take your time, family reunions, unexpected guests. But the meeting can be a strong moment, if it avoids the pitfall of superficiality, of chatter of which nothing will remain. It’s a matter of attention: welcoming others, listening to … Read more