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The Vanity of Mind and the Blindness of Heart!

The human mind can think and reason, which is why it remains one of the most powerful tools we have as human beings. It allows us to understand other people, analyze situations, and make informed decisions. Our minds are a source of strength and courage when dealing with problems because it helps us find solutions. It’s also our hearts that give meaning to our existence as humans. The human heart is where our emotions reside. It’s where love is found,...

Authentically speaking

The Past…10 Lessons to be Learned from History!

The past is a world of its own. The centuries are filled with secrets, scandals, and stories that have been lost in the annals of time. Fortunately for us, some people are dedicated to unearthing these buried treasures. History buffs and archaeologists dedicate their lives to unraveling the mysteries of yesteryear. These individuals understand that knowledge of the past is key to understanding our present and planning for our future. There are many things we can learn from history. Here...

boredom

Boredom: Creating Nu Habits for a More Exciting Life!

  Boredom…everyone has those moments when their brain feels like it’s going to shut down from over-stimulation, which makes for some pretty damn boring moments! The kind of moment where you find yourself zoning out and can’t focus on anything for more than five seconds at a time? Whereas the monotony of everyday life can be dull and exhausting, especially when there’s nothing new or exciting in our day-to-day life… But luckily for us… These three things are guaranteed to make any day less...

Force sterilization

Forced Sterilization: A Perilous Undertaking2!

Forced sterilization in America was long and tragically heinous…during the 20th century. Moreover, well-known figures like Theodore Roosevelt supported the legislation and advocated eugenic interventions preventing individuals with inherited traits from reproducing.  For instance, President Roosevelt felt criminals and individuals with certain cognitive disabilities (the so-called ‘feeble-minded‘) should be sexually sterilized. Coincidently, Roosevelt feared that if eugenic actions were not taken, the United States would be committing ‘race suicide,’ meaning that the superior race would decline. What a thing for a President to think about—let...

Mistakes

Mistakes: …What They Taught Me! What I Learned!

Mistakes are great teachers. Everyone makes mistakes, but what’s important is how you respond to them.  More importantly, learning from them and growing from them signifies…  maturity,  self-awareness,  and authenticity.  In fact, life has taught me never to make the same mistake again or feel afraid to try because of it. I learned not to look at them as negative experiences because of stress and anxiety; for personal growth and advancement; instead, they are opportunities. For the most part, it isn’t something...