Month: January 2023
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The Late Bloomer Phenomenon: Exploring Success Stories and Tips for Late Bloomers
This article explored the phenomenon of the “late bloomer”, with a particular focus on the current Prince of Wales, Prince Charles III and how the long life of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, delayed his ascension to the throne of England. We discussed some other notable examples of late bloomers like Steve Jobs, J.K. Rowling…
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Ain’t No Suckas Here: Radically Reclaiming Respect
No more doormats. No more shaming. No more mistreatment. We are all worthy of respect, kindness and understanding.
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The War Within: Confronting Internal and External Racial and Cultural Pressures, Cultural Blindspots to Medical Objectification (Rev.4)
This post reflects on the experience of a biracial black man, discussing the complexities of being part of two different cultures and not fully understanding either. He talks about his experience with cultural references, barbershops and the dozens, as well as the racism he has experienced from both white and non-white people. He concludes that…
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Don’t be Fooled: Listen to What is Being Said and Done
In business and in meaningful relationships, listening to what is actually being said and done is essential to avoiding disaster. Before you purchase or promote a product or person, do your due diligence and take time to observe. Listen to warnings, pay attention to details, and heed the signs when someone is not as they…
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Discovering the Spiritual Benefits of a Less Religious World: How Indigenous Cultures Show Us the Way to Greater Spiritual Connection
What was religion like before European Colonialism? I wondered how often indigenous cultures, generally speaking, discussed god in their day-to-day lives? And if they didn’t discuss god, how did that impact their psychology? Did it make them more “spiritual” or less? That’s when I discovered the Yupk people of Alaska. Being part Inuit/Eskimo…but being long-removed…
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Great People
“Great people are not fully appreciated until they are no longer a threat to fragile egos. Oh, about 100 years after their death.” – Edmund Janas
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Why I admire James Baldwin
I admire James Baldwin because he looked the world right in the eye and spoke the truth to all people, and in a way everyone understood. He did not cowar from the truth or intellectual rigor as some people do; because for many, thinking is worse than hard labor at a Siberian prison, and speaking…
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Coming to Terms with Neurodivergence
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