Parker Palmer begins the first chapter of On the Brink of Everything by describing how  he came to the title of his book. He starts with dictionary definitions of “on the brink” noting that most of them are negative. I’m not sure...

Book Giveaway! I am delighted to announce that Parker J. Palmer’s On the Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Getting Old – is our next Book Giveaway! I’ve only read a few pages but I’m already hooked! Though he writes...

Happy Birthday Parker! Today, in honor of Parker Palmer’s birthday, we’ve been searching for the perfect quote to capture all that Parker has done as a champion of teachers, as an advocate for integrity and heart in democracy, and as...

Parker J. Palmer recently recorded a video interview for an online project called “Awaken to Wholeness,” which runs from Jan. 23 to Feb. 1. Parker’s interview airs this Wednesday, Jan. 25, under the title “Life On The Mobius Strip: Bridging...

These days, I’m drawn to people who speak about how we can bring our best selves to our work and lives.  I seek out sites that provide refuge, places where I can revive my spirit and energy. Parker J. Palmer’s...