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What happened to Honesty?

Being dishonest has somehow become normal and often can get you into less trouble than being honest. When did this happen? Why are we allowing ourselves to behave this way while still expecting to progress as a society of human beings? Perhaps I can make some speculations about the problem, which can help in moving …

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Disease Information Withheld to Prevent Discrimination and Racism

I read many biological journal articles in graduate school. Genetics was my primary focus, but I also read a good number of articles in other biological sciences. Virus transmission and behavior have always fascinated me and lead me to spend long periods of time combing through research papers trying to better understand these tiny alien-like …

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Goals Without Expectation at -40 Below?

-41 Below Fairbanks Alaska

Setting goals without expecting the results to be successful is a powerful concept. Expectations for the goal can often get in the way of moving towards the goal by polluting the mind. If the goal is achieved, lack of expectation can make “success” a grateful experience rather than an entitled one. There are times, however, …

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Ice Skating at Tanana Lakes Recreation Area

Tanana Lakes Recreation Area

Its cold, dark, and Tanana Lakes Recreation Area is open for ice skating and ice fishing! The recreation area is located in South Fairbanks and is open to the public. I have been very impressed with the maintenance of the ice rink and ice track. The 1.5 miles track is usually clean of snow and …

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