"Our earth is only one polka dot among a million stars in the cosmos. "—Yayoi Kusama
UCLA climate scientist Aradhna Tripati's ideas relate to the positive energy of human potential, which she believes is infinite in nature. Through her research and work as the Director of the Center for Diverse Leadership in Science, she works to connect earth science and social justice to create a more equitable and just world.
Last week's winner was @etty_wap729, who answered our question, "When do you feel like you are part of something bigger than yourself?": "When I am working with a patient who has advanced dementia, and I look into their eyes that are usually empty (or scared), and instead of talking, asking them to speak, or assuming that I know what they need, I just look back kindly and smile... and they smile back. It works every time. It’s incredible, and makes me realize that there is more to a person than cognition, and that kindness can so easily access the person we thought was beyond reach. Goosebumps & gratitude, every time."