Active Hope: Confronting Suffering, Finding Meaning
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Resources & Recommendations
Books
- "The Fault in Our Stars" by John Green - This mega-best-selling YA novel explores themes of love, loss, and suffering through the eyes of teenagers with cancer.
- "Everything is Tuberculosis" by John Green - A nonfiction best-seller that discusses global health issues, specifically focusing on tuberculosis.
- "Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green - This novel features a protagonist with OCD, reflecting the author's own experiences with the condition.
- "The Anthropocene Reviewed" by John Green - A collection of essays where the author reviews various aspects of the human-centered planet, including the internet.
- "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt - This book highlights a perceived increase in anxiety among young people.
- "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger - A classic novel mentioned in the context of readers trying to find the author within the story.
Videos & Documentaries
- Am I Cigarettes - A video by John Green where he questions whether creating content on the social internet is harmful, akin to tobacco consumption.
- We're Food - A follow-up video by Hank Green, suggesting that he and his brother are like "good food" in the online content landscape.
People Mentioned
- Hank Green (Brother and best friend of John Green) - Co-creator of YouTube videos with John Green; mentioned for his cancer diagnosis and subsequent recovery.
- J.D. Salinger - Author of "Catcher in the Rye," mentioned in the context of readers seeking the author's presence in their work.
- Father Jonah (Catholic Priest) - Mentioned in a discussion about the nature of spiritual experiences and belief in God.
- Simon Cowell - Mentioned as a guest on an upcoming episode, discussing his docu-series and his role as a "villain" on American Idol.
Organizations & Institutions
- Doctors Without Borders - An organization mentioned by John Green in the context of witnessing dedicated healthcare workers in impoverished areas, which he found to be a sacred experience.
- USAID - The U.S. Agency for International Development, discussed in the context of its role in global health and the impact of its dismantling.
- The Global Fund - An organization supported by the U.S. for global health initiatives, mentioned in the context of its importance and potential loss of support.
- PEPFAR (The U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief) - A U.S. government initiative to address the global HIV/AIDS epidemic, mentioned for its role in saving lives.
Websites & Online Resources
- YouTube - The platform where John and Hank Green have created engaging and educational video content for millions of viewers.
- Tumblr - A social media platform mentioned as a place where John Green experienced both positive and negative interactions with his audience.