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How Paper Microscopes Can Change the World

By Liesl Ulrich-Verderber

The Foldscope is a nearly indestructible paper microscope that costs less than a dollar to manufacture, and it is changing the future of education and medicine in developing countries. Here’s its incredible story…

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I find myself forwarding most of what I see and learn to my bosses and colleagues on a weekly basis.

~ Deborah DeFrancesco, Teacher

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Have you ever felt the gravitational pull of being

Have you ever felt the gravitational pull of being around a fire? 🔥⠀
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For eons, most people and cultures have made their meals over an open fire. Today's article introduces Derek Wolf ( @overthefirecooking ), a chef who is reinventing the way we think about cooking over outdoor flames and helping us reconsider the way we connect with each other in modern times!⠀
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Click the link in our bio to see how he's doing it, and even learn a few new campfire cooking tips for yourself!⠀
Shoutout to Breeo ( @breeo ) for the tantalizing video!⠀
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August 4th is the day we get to peek behind the sc

August 4th is the day we get to peek behind the scenes into the studio of the one and only Marco Santini! ( @_marco_santini_)⠀
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Join us at 6pm EST to learn about Marco's mission to spread love and positivity through art and education. You won't want to miss out on this gem of a virtual event!⠀
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This Happy[ness Hour is FREE for Conspiracy of Goodness Network members. Not a member yet? No worries! Apply now and learn more about our exclusive virtual events at ConspiracyOfGoodnessNetwork.com (link in bio)

Victory is not winning or losing it is giving ever

Victory is not winning or losing it is giving everything you do 100% effort.⠀
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#Quoteoftheday #BillBowerman⠀
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Awww this is a heartwarming story at sea if we've

Awww this is a heartwarming story at sea if we've ever heard one! ❤⠀
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Do you remember the sweet tale of the lobster boat captain and his seagull companion Red Eye? ⠀
We wrote about their special connection a little while back. Now we're seeing in the news that Red Eye has found a companion too! ⠀
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Copy/ paste this link to watch the CBS Story:⠀
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Read the article we wrote by copy/pasting this link into your browser 👉🏽 https://buff.ly/3oWLN7w⠀
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Do you have a special relationship with an animal? Tell us about it in the comments!

Don't wait to purchase your tickets for our upcomi

Don't wait to purchase your tickets for our upcoming virtual event! 🎟⠀
Get tickets before August 10th to get the early bird special of $65 per ticket (normally a $175 value)! ⠀
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This special immediately includes 4 month's access to a community of people dedicated to making the world a better place, plus an exclusive interactive workshop with Dr. Lynda where she'll guide you through 5-step Innovator's Recipe to maximize your positive impact. ⠀
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Tap the link in our bio to get your tickets today and get on the path for a better tomorrow. ✨

The quality of life heightens when we discover how

The quality of life heightens when we discover how much we all have to be thankful for.⠀
#Quoteoftheday #DietrichBonhoeffer⠀
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Gardening may not seem like a radical act at first

Gardening may not seem like a radical act at first glance, but gardeners have been transforming cities into green oases that uplift communities for generations!⠀
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Check out today's article where Vox ( @voxdotcom ) teaches us about the pioneers throughout history who have been beautifying their cities through rebellious gardening!⠀
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Pssst! We even give you the recipe for seed bombs to create your own good-hearted mischief! The link is in our bio. 🌱⠀
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Don't miss our next Happy[ness] Hour with Marco Sa

Don't miss our next Happy[ness] Hour with Marco Santini on Wednesday, August 4th at 6pm EST!⠀
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Learn how artist, inventor, and mentor Marco Santini ( @_marco_santini_ ) found his life's purpose to spread love and positivity through art and education. Get a behind-the-scenes look at his art studio and learn about his most recent projects. ⠀
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This event is FREE for Conspiracy of Goodness Network members. Not a member yet? No worries! Apply now and learn more about our exclusive virtual events at ConspiracyOfGoodnessNetwork.com (link in bio)

There's just a few days left of our July Mindful M

There's just a few days left of our July Mindful Movement challenge! ⠀
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A great way to fit in some exercise is to visit an outdoor sculpture park. Stimulate your mind and your body at the same time!⠀
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Do you have a favorite outdoor art gallery you like to frequent? Tell us about it in the comments. 👇🏼

There’s no more room for greed and empty promise

There’s no more room for greed and empty promises in business!⠀
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Your happiness, growth, ideal clients, and success are all at your doorstep; and the path to unlocking it starts here in our latest podcast episode!⠀
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This week's guest is Michael Price ( @g.michael.price ). He is a thought leader, author, international motivational speaker, philanthropist, successful entrepreneur, and visionary. whose journey has led him to not only huge milestones in business but in gratitude and wisdom. ✨⠀
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Lean into this episode to start connecting the dots in the ‘missing pieces to the puzzles of life'!⠀
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The link is in our bio!

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