Being kind allows you to be the real and complete you—open, honest, transparent, and free. You have no need to be validated because you’re confident in who you are—you are kind. There is no need to play games, no need to impress people, no need to try to be someone you’re not and no need to compromise your integrity. In addition, you’ll always do the right thing instead of what looks best to others, and you’ll be pulling your own strings rather than letting someone else pull them. Being kind allows you to look people in the eye because you have nothing to hide or be ashamed of—you’re not a phony who is playing a role or trying to impress someone. When you are kind, you will be an inspiration to others and people will admire the way kindness flows from you.
Paul Nicolaus posted a fascinating article titled, “Want to Feel Happier Today? Try Talking to a Stranger,” on npr.org. According to the article, talking to strangers puts us in a better mood, makes us feel more connected to our community and improves our level of happiness. Despite these benefits, Mr. Nicolaus points out that many of us will do just about anything to avoid conversation or eye contact with a stranger. Nicholas Epley, a University of Chicago behavioral scientist says the reason for this is that we’re afraid they won’t enjoy talking to us. On the other hand, “…when we do talk to each other, those social interactions with strangers tend to be both less awkward and more enjoyable than most people predict.” So how do we overcome this fear? Start with the people you already interact with like the checkout clerk at the grocery store, the barista at the coffee shop or the teller at the bank and turn these encounters into friendly exchanges. Begin these exchanges by making eye contact, smiling, and saying “hello, good morning or how are you doing today?” Over time, these experiences will give you the confidence to strike up a conversation with someone you’re sharing an elevator with or sitting next to on an airplane, train, or bus. As you’re doing this, keep in mind that both you and the stranger are reaping the benefits of improved moods, feeling more connected and experiencing increased happiness.
FACT: A right-leaning think tank, the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, states that the in 2020 the Trump deficit reached $3 trillion dollars. This deficit accounted for 14.9% of the economy. 1
Remember this when you VOTE. Make sure your fingers are pointing in the correct direction. Don’t listen to the lies of the Republican GOP.
Learn About the United States Debt
“The national debt of the United States is the total national debt owed by the federal government of the United States to Treasury security holders. The national debt at any point in time is the face value of the then-outstanding Treasury securities that have been issued by the Treasury and other federal agencies. The terms “national deficit” and “national surplus” usually refer to the federal government budget balance from year to year, not the cumulative amount of debt. In a deficit year the national debt increases as the government needs to borrow funds to finance the deficit, while in a surplus year the debt decreases as more money is received than spent, enabling the government to reduce the debt by buying back some Treasury securities.” 2
Statistics and Facts
“The discourse around federal debt in the United States is at the forefront of political discussion. With U.S. debt surpassing 31 trillion dollars in 2023, many commentators and politicians are concerned with the country’s long running budgetary deficit. There are a number of interrelated factors contributing to these high spending levels, all of which have been exacerbated by major global events such as the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the 2008 financial crisis, and the COVID-19 pandemic.” 3
Turmeric Capsules – Turmeric, a plant in the ginger family, is native to Southeast Asia and is grown commercially in that region, primarily in India. Its rhizome (underground stem) is used as a culinary spice and traditional medicine.
Historically, turmeric was used in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian medical systems, as well as Eastern Asian medical systems such as traditional Chinese medicine. In India, it was traditionally used for disorders of the skin, upper respiratory tract, joints, and digestive system.
Today, turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, digestive disorders, respiratory infections, allergies, liver disease, depression, and many others. 4
Bromelain Capsules – “Bromelain is a group of enzymes found in the fruit and stem of the pineapple plant. Pineapple is native to the Americas but is now grown throughout the world in tropical and subtropical regions.
Historically, natives of Central and South America used pineapple for a variety of ailments, such as digestive disorders. Bromelain is promoted as a dietary supplement for reducing pain and swelling, especially of the nose and sinuses, gums, and other body parts after surgery or injury. It is also promoted for osteoarthritis, cancer, digestive problems, and muscle soreness.
Justin Jones must be reelected after stunning expulsion from Tennessee state house of representatives.
References:
By @whitehouse (The White House) – The White House’s Instagram story, Public Domain
“Dates have been set for the special primary and general elections to fill the state representative District 52 seat after Rep. Justin Jones’ expulsion from the legislature. While Jones, D-Nashville, was rapidly reappointed to the position on an interim basis by the Metro Council, he will only serve as interim until a representative is elected in the special election and sworn in.” 6
