By Jeremy Rodell In this article, Jeremy considers how humanists might respond to the emotional challenges of living in a turbulent and uncertain world. While acknowledging the absence of traditional religious comforts, he explores the role of what might be called a naturalistic ‘spirituality’ in sustaining wellbeing. Drawing on thinkers such as the Dalai Lama, Sam Harris and André Comte-Sponville, he reflects on both the inner life of compassion and connection, and the possibility of...

By Jeremy Rodell What should humanist organisations campaign on – and, just as importantly, what should they not? In this wide-ranging article, Jeremy Rodell takes a close look at the realities of humanist campaigning, from assisted dying and education to climate change and culture wars. Along the way, he challenges assumptions about mission creep, public support, and the future role of organised humanism in a plural society. Jeremy is Co-Chair of South West London Humanists, a school...

By Jeremy Rodell Jeremy examines how societal values in the UK have shifted. He cites Professor Linda Woodhead and Sir John Curtice, who...