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Summary

Dr. John Rose's collected stories on Medium encompass personal biographies, technology insights, Gaian thinking, research tools, poetry, and reflections on daily walks, all interwoven with a deep appreciation for life and nature.

Abstract

The website presents a curated compilation of stories by Dr. John Rose, which includes personal anecdotes, professional insights into technology, and philosophical musings on Gaian thinking. Dr. Rose reflects on his life and work, offering a glimpse into his research methodologies and the tools he employs to navigate complex ecosystems. The collection also features poetry and narratives inspired by nature, emphasizing the beauty and resilience of life. These stories are a testament to Dr. Rose's contemplative approach to understanding the world and his commitment to sharing knowledge with a broader audience.

Opinions

  • Dr. Rose expresses a personal connection to Gaia, the living Earth, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the complex interactions within its ecosystems.
  • He values the role of new ideas in research and emphasizes the importance of recognizing their novelty.
  • Dr. Rose's appreciation for nature's fragile beauty is evident in his writings, particularly in his reflections on "Life Finds a Way."
  • His poetry, especially "Forest Songs," showcases his belief in the restorative power of nature on the human soul.
  • The author places significant importance on the community of family and friends, as seen in his story about sharing coffee and creating precious memories.
  • Dr. Rose's work suggests a blend of scientific inquiry and philosophical contemplation, indicating a holistic approach to knowledge and understanding.

Collected Stories from Dr John Rose.

Loosely Organised List of Stories with Short Descriptions.

One of my bookshelves for much loved books. Picture by John Rose.

This is my collection of stories and I have sort of, kind of, arranged them in an order that only makes sense after a few cups of hot, delicious, strong, black coffee. I guess I have to re-arrange my book shelves too, I thought they were self-arranging.

Personal Information.

The “me” biography:

The “technology me” biography:

Gaia and Gaian Thinking.

My first story in Illumination dates from 2020. and it was titled “Gaia and I”. So it seemed fitting that when I re-joined Illumination after all the pandemic lockdowns and dislocation that I revisit my original story:

Over time, I have developed a way to help me understand some of the complex interactions in Gaia’s ecosystems:

Sometimes I just marvel at the notion of “Life Finds a Way”:

Thinking About Series.

The “Thinking About Series” is a section on tools I use in my research and thinking about issues and problems I encounter. One thing that is vital for a researcher is to know when an idea is “new”.

Poetry.

This is my second time as a writer and consulting editor in the Illumination publications. Previously I wrote much poetry. This time around I thought I’ll write about Gaia, my ideas on knowledge management and perhaps my current research project. But, I walked in the little forest nearby, came home, had tea, read and watched TV. A fitful sleep later, this poem scrolled through my head, so here it is:

Reflections on my daily walks. The mind walks in peace:

John’s Community of Family and Friends.

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