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Welcome to “Przekrój”!

In case you’re wondering where you are, and especially since you probably can’t pronounce the name of this website, here’s a little help—“Przekrój” (pronounced “p-SHEH-crooy”) is the oldest society and culture magazine in Poland, now available in English.

“Przekrój” Magazine brings English-speaking readers some of the best journalism from across Central and Eastern Europe, in the fields of wellbeing, art, literature, science, ecology, philosophy, psychology, and more. Take a break from the speed and intensity of the daily news and join us!

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The Essence of the Universe

The Essence of the Universe

Magazine / society
Chinese thought around the energy that sets the world in motion refers to tao (or, dao)—eternal, constant, and impossible to describe. Indigenous inhabitants of Polynesia believe in mana, a power bestowed on all creatures and things. It’s worth considering how many of these ideas have penetrated our Western thinking and in what form. Aleksandra Woźniak-Marchewka

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June in History

June in History
Diary of an Eternal Pessimist

Reading / society
Our eternally pessimistic correspondent gives his historical highlights for the month of June. Adam Węgłowski
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As Old as Fear

As Old as Fear
The Evolutionary Role of Anxiety

Magazine / society
Being afraid of environmental threats is an essential aspect of humans’ genetic inheritance—without it, we might not be alive. Adam Zbyryt

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Before It All Begins

Before It All Begins
Life at the Crack of Dawn

Magazine / society
From Kenya to Peru, India to Korea, sunrise brings with it different kinds of beginnings—across rainforests, beaches, and metropolises. Paulina Wilk
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On Point
healthy living

On Point
An Acupuncture Primer

Magazine / society
According to traditional Chinese medicine, puncturing the body with needles can restore physical, emotional, and spiritual balance. Agnieszka Rostkowska

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Wine, Farmers, and Unicorns

Wine, Farmers, and Unicorns
The Baltic States Today

Magazine / society
The countries of Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia all show a keen sense of environmentalism, as well as a forward-thinking attitude. Maciej Wesołowski
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Rocks Rule

Rocks Rule
The Energizing Power of Mountains

Magazine / society
Whether climbing small cliff faces or scaling tall peaks, being among boulders and stones is a truly life-affirming activity. Andrzej Muszyński

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Be Kind and Be Well

Be Kind and Be Well
The Healing Powers of Kindness

Magazine / society
Claudia Hammond, a British author and radio broadcaster, discusses how altruism exists cross-culturally and how kindness affects the brain. Paulina Wilk
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The Singing Revolution

The Singing Revolution
Hearing Latvia’s Voice

Magazine / society
From the pre-Christian era to today, the Baltic state has a proud—and revolutionary—history and tradition of song. Ula Idzikowska

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Squaring the Circle

Squaring the Circle
Using Mandalas in Art Therapy

Magazine / society
The circular geometric configurations most commonly associated with Eastern religions can also be used to regenerate and restore life balance. Agnieszka Rostkowska
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Waning Light

Waning Light
Myths and the Moon

Reading / society
For thousands of years, the Earth’s sole lunar body has helped humanity understand health and nature, as well as contributing to religious beliefs and the arts. Enis Yucekoralp

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Getting Bogged Down
Mind the climate

Getting Bogged Down
Protecting Estonia’s Natural Treasure

Magazine / society
The boglands of Estonia store water, cultivate biodiversity, and help regulate the climate. To ensure a sustainable future, they must be protected. Paulina Wilk
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Paint the Way You Live

Paint the Way You Live
The Value of Art Therapy

Magazine / society
Vedic Art workshops can help unlock one’s creative potential—and also reveal insights about one’s emotions, needs, and desires. Aleksandra Woźniak-Marchewka

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Each of Us Is a Letter

Each of Us Is a Letter
A Rabbi’s Advice for a Good Life

Magazine / society
In his teachings and religious leadership, Jonathan Sacks emphasized the strength that comes from community and feeling grateful. Agnieszka Drotkiewicz
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Tall Tales

Tall Tales
The Narrative Power of Trees

Magazine / society
Their centuries-old trunks and green crowns are not only witnesses of history, but also its characters, both protecting and creating stories. Michał Książek

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A Chance for Gifts of Fate

A Chance for Gifts of Fate
An Interview with Educator Allyson Apsey

Magazine / society
Non-traditional teaching approaches that integrate serendipity and social emotional learning can greatly aid the development of children in the classroom. Maria Hawranek
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Stay Sunny

Stay Sunny
Facts for Healthy living

Magazine / society
A daily dose of yoga, sun, or laughter—or even all three together—can do wonders for body and mind. Przekrój 

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Five Steps to Eternal Youth
healthy living

Five Steps to Eternal Youth
A Buddhist Approach to Immortality

Reading / society
According to Tibetan monks, by activating the body’s seven chakras—energy centers—vitality can be achieved. Zuzanna Kisielewska
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A Tender Cuddle

A Tender Cuddle
The Benefits of Hugging

Magazine / society
Receiving a warm embrace stimulates the release of oxytocin and decreases cortisol levels, leading to less stress and anxiety. Berenika Steinberg

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Centuries of Milk

Centuries of Milk
A Cultural History of Dairy

Magazine / society
From cosmogonic myths to medieval cooking books, butter, cheese, and milk have played an important role in the everyday lives of humans across the globe. Łukasz Modelski