Renée Roden

Renée Darline Roden is a writer & playwright in New York City.

Meet this modern peace activist who shares her motivation for protesting nuclear weapons. She's also Dorothy Day's granddaughter.

Meet a Modern Peace Activist

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Read this reflective narrative about how to be a better conversationalist by asking questions.

Questions are Keys that Unlock Doors to Other People

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4 Lessons I Learned from Rock Climbing

Watch this thunderstorm time-lapse video that left us in wonder and awe.

This Time-Lapse Thunderstorm Video Will Leave You Shook

Read this reflective narrative about how this author is coping with chronic illness.

Making Peace with My Chronic Illness

Putting your mental health first is something we all can learn from Simone Biles.

Simone Biles Leaves Olympic Competition for Her Mental Health

Follow these tips for professionally leaving a toxic job.

7 Ways to Stay Professional as You Dump a Toxic Job

Watch how this community center in Elkhart is helping raise young leaders.

Creating A Community Center to Help Raise Leaders

Does anyone really know when is the best time to have a baby? Turns out, there isn't — you just have to go for it.

Figuring Out the ‘Right Time’ to Start A Family

What is a pilgrimage? Read to learn about the transformative religious journeys.

A Pilgrimage Can Change Your Life

Watch Oasis Juice Bar owner Abdi help the community's lifestyle.

Harlem Juice Bar Brings Healthy Choices to the Neighborhood

Finding inspiration from the Olympics and Olympians isn't as hard as it seems.

Inspired by the Olympics? Here’s How to Challenge Yourself