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In the context of the value of finding innocence, what if we all — individually and collectively — agreed to set aside judgment and instead focus on enjoying the fundamental positives of Halloween?

We can all commit to living a simpler life by choosing to value things like nature, relationships, mental health and wellbeing above material things.

The filing period to nominate candidates for city offices closed Thursday. Here’s a look at who will be on the ballot in Linn and Johnson counties in November.

Forgiveness is not a passive endeavor, but rather a deliberate choice and intentional action. Perhaps National Forgiveness Day is the perfect opportunity to take account of the negative feelings you might be holding onto and embrace the transformative power of forgiveness.

Most people have goals — lifelong dreams or daily tasks — they wish to achieve. However, most people also face obstacles that prevent or delay those things from happening, such as time and capacity restraints, lack of motivation or fear of failure.

We’re all human, which means we’re bound to act selfish at times. But being intentional about stepping back and challenging ourselves to be more aware and considerate of those around us will not only help to improve our own well-being but make important strides for our society as a whole.

Too often in our society, we view the absence of scheduled events as vacant opportunity. In other words, it is a common belief that every available moment of the day should be filled with structured and defined activities. But what if the opposite is true?

In many ways, the world seems more chaotic and hectic than ever; that’s why it’s important to consider our relationship with time and how we can take steps to slow down, identify our priorities, and more fully enjoy our most precious resource.

Fear, as it is a normal and universal part of the human experience, can exist on a wide spectrum.

Maybe it is time to refocus our time and energy on – and support for – our local community.