Extensive, but as yet little-known, research is beginning to show that our minds, like our bodies, can often heal themselves, if only we let them. (RM)

Sports should be fun and played in an atmosphere of mutual trust. Participants will find themselves in the "aesthetic dimension," when, for example, they do not dwell on misses or so called bad plays but accept mistakes as part of the game. (RM)

The basic American tradition asserted the need for self-development, respect for nature, and universal human cooperation. After the Civil War the country opted to follow a "profit at any cost" philosophy and turned its back on these values. It is time to return to this humanistic spirit. (CS)

Human beings must develop both a rational acceptance of unfolding scientific knowledge and an attitude of caring and tolerance for all lives. Supernatural conceptions are almost always exclusive concerning some aspects of reality and have often been the basis for inhumane conduct. Everyday we create our lives. (CS)

Contains speeches presented at the 1982 American Humanist Association Annual Conference. The author describes E.O. Wilson's contributions to the development of sociobiology. E.O. Wilson discusses the relationship of sociobiology to the biological and social sciences and to humanism. (AM)

Considers the dichotomy between the cosmic perspective and the creationist view. Presents an overview of various current explanations of the origin and nature of the universe, including scientific explanations, fundamentalist beliefs, and creation myths from other cultures. The article is based on comments made by Carl Sagan at the American…

The unique power of Jacob Bronowski's humanism comes from his commitment to the individual. Yet the individual can only flourish in a democratic society which allows people to cultivate their potential, something which must be done within the context of responsibility to humanity. (IS)

Presents selections from three Christian sermons that explore the evils of secular humanism. The selections cover the definition and philosophy of secular humanism, its relationship to Communism, and its influences on public education and abortion. Methods for counteracting humanistic influences are discussed. (AM)

Portrays sociobiology in a rational light and examines its human implications in the area of sexual selection and mating systems. Sociobiology is the analysis of social behavior in terms of its revolutionary and genetic origins and consequences. Concludes with a discussion of the potential contributions of sociobiology toward understanding of…

Views various ways in which ethnic groups seek to reaffirm their own worth, including minority consciousness, consciousness-raising, particularized cultural values, and comparing one's own cultural group favorably with all other group. Suggests that all peoples should remember that, in addition to having an ethnic background, they all share a more…

Describes disillusionment with the idea of progress, which now involves exploitation of natural resources and impoverishment of peoples. Rather than trying to reconcile our desires with nature, we have chosen to flout its laws. Progress must be determined with specific social goals in mind and must have ethical guidelines. (CS)

Describes the proceedings of the eighth International Humanist and Ethical Union Congress held in Hanover, Germany, 1982. Lectures and discussions deal with issues of anti-humanist trends, disillusioned youth, alienation, and the rise of unreason. (AM)

Discusses how humanists should respond to the peace movement and attacks made on them by fundamentalist religious groups. The author urges humanists to stress the ethical implications of U.S. foreign policy and to work cooperatively with groups supporting the nuclear freeze. (AM)

People's conceptual ordering of the universe has traditionally taken the form of dualism, "good and evil" and "us against them." In this age of nuclear weapons, this is highly dangerous thinking. We must rid ourselves of nationalism and commit ourselves to peace in all our dealings. (CS)

Environmentalism and feminism are important social movements that are interconnected. In American literature the drive to conquer and control the wilderness has been a characteristic of the white North American male. A reversing of this now critically dangerous perception of nature must incorporate feminist ideals. (RM)