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Has Huntsville Gotten Hotter?

How has the annual average temperature in Huntsville, Alabama changed over time?

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[FINALE] Awakening Compassion at Work – Monica Worline (Replay) (POY 68)

Monica Worline has co-authored a book about the benefits of compassion at work, and about how we can make our workplaces better for everyone.

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Community Safety Nets: Looking Beyond Government Aid – Alex Forsythe (POY 67)

With social safety nets stripped, where can people in need turn to? Alex Forsythe shares her experience with Little Free Pantries in Alabama.

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Community Organizing for Socially Awkward People – Roderick Douglass (POY 66)

Community organizing can be intimidating for many of us who are aspiring helpers. Roderick Douglass wrote a book to share his wisdom about it.

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In Praise of Empathy: Why “Toxic Empathy” Won’t Last

A subculture is emerging that claims empathy is “progressive,” “sinful,” and “parasitic.” What can aspiring helpers do to outlast the fad?

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How to Use Your Privilege (Yes, Yours) to Stop Racism – Melanie Hood-Wilson (POY 65)

Too many Americans think they can’t—or won’t—do anything about racism. Melanie Hood-Wilson is building communities to help reach them.

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How to Be a More Engaged Neighbor—And How It Will Help You – David Burton (POY 64)

Apathy and isolation define many modern neighborhoods. David Burton counters that socially engaged neighborhoods are better for everyone.

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Confused on Where to Help Others? Here Are Three Tips

As Laura Hale says, helping others “is a relay race. […] Focus on your part of the race.”

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Does the Loneliness Epidemic Really Exist? – Dr. Claude S. Fischer (POY 63)

Heard of the loneliness epidemic? It’s not what it seems. Sociologist Dr. Claude S. Fischer describes our long history of loneliness scares.

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How to Pick a Lane As a Helper—And Stay In It – Laura Hale 2 (POY 62)

How do you decide where to get involved and help the people around you? Laura Hale returns to share her insights.