KQED's Perspectives

Giving up has a negative connotation, but as Kathy Briccetti learned, knowing when to quit is an important and valuable skill.

Lyrik Harris thinks identity is much more dimensional than a single descriptive word would have you believe.

Keith Barlow found one final way to honor his mother and her eco-friendly legacy.

When Jesse Alejandro Cottrell started fielding unsolicited comments about his body, he gained a new perspective on what he had lost. 

We're in the thick of wedding season, and finding the perfect outfit is on many people's to-do lists. Paula Reinman has these thoughts about the idea of a "perfect outfit."

Gillian Reynolds is exceptionally unexceptional at everything she tries. But she’s learned how exceptional that can be. This Perspective originally aired in January 2022.

Workplace discrimination--and even just personal judgment--can have a very real impact on a person's career. Joyce Cheung reminds us of the boundaries between the personal and the professional.

With so much conflict over borders, you can forget they're manmade. Karina Moreno has this Perspective.

Life with a stutter can be isolating and limiting, but it doesn't have to be. Kiki Fann brings us this Perspective. This Perspective originally aired in August 2017.

The gap of understanding between humans and animals is vast, and building a bridge of communication is a rewarding part of being a pet owner. Leslie Smith brings us this Perspective.

As a tennis lover, Steven Birenbaum was skeptical of the pickleball craze. But he decided not to knock it until he tried it.

Some immigrant children have a hard time explaining teen life to parents who grew up in unstable countries. YR Media's Mela Seyoum tells us how she learned to connect with her mom.

With the help of a cultural icon, William Humnicky taught himself a lesson about belonging.

Marilyn Englander's faith in humanity was shaken when she was hit by a car door while riding her bike.

Laura Bock says it’s never too late to pursue your dreams.

When faced with the unthinkable, Michael Dorgan had to figure out a way to cope.

Becca Robinson reminds us that the safety of others is all of our responsibility when we are navigating the roads.

AI can do a lot, but it can never replace the human touch. Enjoy this satirical Perspective from Tom Moriarty.

Our everyday greetings and colloquialisms are so ingrained, we can forget what the words actually mean. Christine Schoefer has this Perspective.

Judie Rae learns the difference between the hunter and the hunted when a wild turkey decides it has had enough. This Perspective originally aired in October 2015.

Last year, LaVie Saad graduated high school and survived a tough college application season. But that doesn't mean she got through unscathed. YR Media brings her Perspective.

After years of experience on the road, some drivers forget to prioritize safety. Austin Scott wants to remind us of the gravity of operating a vehicle.

A lifetime first brought about a new perspective for Jair Avalos.

Lately, it can be hard not to feel distracted and dissociated. EK Bayer says we're due for a wake-up call.

Many of us have rituals to remember and celebrate our loved ones. Here's Larry Murphy's.