Becoming a Solutionary

For a better world and meaningful life

Zoe Weil M.A., M.T.S

What’s Wrong With Education and How to Make It Right

Our education system needs a new purpose. If we embrace the right goal, we'll witness the unfolding of profound good.

Why We Must Shift the Purpose of Education

It's time to re-examine the purpose of education and focus on educating a generation of solutionaries.

Put on Your Solutionary Glasses

The new year offers you the chance to be part of the solution. Put on your solutionary glasses and get started.

Don't Wait to Say I Love You

How can you avoid life regrets? Don't wait to say I love you.

Today You Are Alive

It's dark out there, but you can bring light. How expanding our perspectives can lead to meaningful lives that make a difference for ourselves and others.

6 Ways to Make Your Pandemic Holiday Joyful and Meaningful

While the pandemic will surely impact your holiday celebration, it can still be full of joy and meaning. Here are six ways to have a kind and happy holiday.

Giving Thanks When You’re Not Feeling It

How can you possibly feel thankful during this pandemic Thanksgiving? Why does it matter that you try? Try this self-reflective practice. It will do you good.

Want to Save Democracy? Reduce the Voting Age

Want to save democracy? Let’s teach 16-year-olds to be election-savvy investigators and fact-checkers; help them register to vote; and take them to the polls.

Feeling Anxious? Turn to Animals

Stressed and anxious? Here's how animals can help.

3 Ways to Stop the Election from Harming Your Relationships

Is the election damaging your relationships with friends and family? Here are 3 ways to build bridges, model solutionary thinking and action, and make a difference.

Four Ways to Find Equanimity When the News Is Overwhelming

How can you find equanimity when the news is so awful? Here are four ways to stay mentally healthy and effective in turbulent times.

What to Do When QAnon Comes to Your Community

What can you do when QAnon comes to your community? Here are four tips.

How My Mom’s Schizophrenia Boosted My Empathy and Creativity

A rare story about schizophrenia with a happy ending.

Facing Fear to Be a Force for Freedom

Why it's so important for white people to learn about racism.

What Makes Us Crack

Why is the thing that should make you crack not the thing that makes you crack?

Why 2020 Could Turn Out to Be a Gamechanger

2020 could turn out to be the greatest year in our collective lives, marking a profound turning point. It's up to us to make it so.

The Answer to All Our Problems

It's possible to solve our problems if we transform the system that lies at their root: education. Now is the time to envision post-pandemic schooling.