James C Zarate
James Zarate graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater in 2011 with a major in Sociology and a minor in World Religions. At UWW he was a member of the Warhawk wrestling program and was named a team captain his senior year. He was rewarded Academic All American honors and he was also the recipient of the Kevin McCann award for courage. He grew up in the Shambhala tradition of Buddhism and continues his participation today. In the future, he plans on continuing his education.
Commemoration of Kristallnacht
Recently I had the opportunity to attend a Kristallnacht Commemoration at the Jewish Museum Milwaukee. It was a solemn, but inspiring experience. It was disheartening to revisit an event that kick-started the murder of millions of people, however the message of the commemoration was full of hope and compassion. Contemplating the conditions of a [...]
The Karma of Columbus
Nearly 520 years have gone by since Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain and landed on shores new to him. The results of his travels changed the course of human history. Although his discovery led to the development of the world we live in today, it is important not to forget that this same discovery led to the suffering of entire populations of human beings. His actions came as a result of the Karmic forces before him, and affected all of the events that occurred after.
A Vision of Basic Goodness
Basic goodness is a natural part of the universe and we all possess the qualities that come with it. Basic goodness is as natural as the sights and sounds of a thunderstorm on a summer night in July. The sound of the rain falling on the ground, the cool wind blowing through the trees, and [...]
Sammy Rangel “FOURBEARS: Myths of Forgiveness”
FourBears: The Myth of Forgiveness: isn't a simple memoir; it is a graphically illustrated guide from tortured child, to remorseless beast, to healing and change. This book is about helping others find their way out of their history and into the here and now. Proof that what once held you down can now hold you up. After the book reflects on a horrific upbringing it looks to offer key and ground breaking insights of the inner workings of the mind of a victim and later a perpetrator of hate and violence. Service providers working in treatment centers and institutional settings would greatly benefit from this work. Anyone facing issues with forgiveness and change might find a process toward healing and recovery.
Recommended Reading
Frank Meeink—Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead
TJ Leyden—Skinhead Confessions
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