Archive - Raising Awe-Seekers

When Stress Is Your Friend

Let's talk about shifting -- but not suppressing -- the tough emotions

Mar 6 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

February 2025

Ansel Adams & I Had Something In Common: An Unconventional Dad

Famed nature photographer Ansel Adams struggled with school.

Feb 26 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

Two New Places to Find Me

Because 47-year-olds can learn new tricks...

Feb 25 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

6:47

"How do you find awe? You wander."

There’s this one quote in my forthcoming book that I simply adore.

Feb 21 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

7 Sources of Wonder

A framework for finding awe when things feel awful

Feb 11 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

Becoming a Spy for Hope

Several summers ago, my daughter left her favorite pair of shoes near the shoreline and high tide had carried them away.

Feb 5 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

January 2025

December 2024

14 Small Things That Gave Me Joy in 2024

In 2024, I got a little better at noticing and naming the small things that brought me joy, awe, wonder, and delight.

Dec 28, 2024 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

November 2024

I Think You're Gonna Love Carl

A Big-Hearted Show Our World Needs Right Now

Nov 15, 2024 •

Deborah Farmer Kris

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