#socialjustice

Apr 5, 20201 min read

Social Distancing is not the only thing keeping us apart

We think being apart limits how well we can communicate; well, think again. Too often, we (all of us in society) make too many assumptions,

Spira

Aug 16, 20173 min read

F*** the Haters!

My name is Dora; I am a business owner, a teacher, an IMMIGRANT, a naturalized citizen, I contribute to the economy and the well-being of...

Spira

Apr 11, 20175 min read

Voices of Spira: Practicing yoga to regain equanimity for the courtroom.

A few months ago we published an article from Keri on how her yoga practice allows her to find ground as a physician and as a patient....

Spira

Mar 16, 20175 min read

“Where are you from?” Is not a loaded question!

I took a quick sip of breath while I thought, “Oh Gosh, is this still OK?” “I hope I did not make her feel uncomfortable!” “Oh fudge it,...

Spira

Jan 16, 20173 min read

Take Time to Read MLK, So His Words Can Become Your Action!

You have to do more. We all have to do more! Time has shown that continuously living in snap judgments and instant gratification, in the...

Spira

Oct 19, 20166 min read

Freedom of Expression is Not Enough; We Must Demand Responsible Speech!

Listen now Free speech only works when it is responsible, and people in public eye, television stations and news organizations need to...