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July 22, 2022

Human Rights

Human Rights

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Human Rights

The United Nations human rights convention covers all people, in accordance with internationally accepted standards for the promotion of universal rights and freedoms, as well as economic, social and cultural rights. It reflects an overall approach, which focuses on the recognition of specific aspects of universal rights and freedoms, as well as its application in different societies and contexts. With respect to human rights, the UN General Assembly has adopted thirty-two additional conventions including genocide and related crimes, which cover both the international community and governments. All these UN conventions are part of an array of instruments governing general and subsidiary global human rights that have been developed in response to various regional and national human rights conventions.

Human rights are important and mandatory for all citizens but are not just limited to what is written in this document. For example, one would like to believe that there is no law that does not recognize the rights of every person in the world. But there are laws that govern the laws of nations and are made under laws and regulations that govern the laws of nations. These include the laws applied in countries where the Constitution allows or bans any form of slavery. In addition to this, there are also laws that govern torture and abuse. Many countries provide for such laws to be introduced and implemented if a country is going to join other countries in doing this. In essence, the UN human rights convention and other similar conventions define some basic principles which apply to human beings all over the world and it covers all types of human beings and protects them from physical, mental, intellectual, political and economic abuses.

In addition, Human Rights are not only intended to protect everyone from suffering pain or harm in their personal lives but also to prevent potential harm and pain caused by others. One of the primary areas of concern by the US government is the right to privacy. To explain privacy, one must look at the case of surveillance by the NSA, which is an example of surveillance done solely for security reasons. By using spy satellites to monitor and collect highly sensitive data such as telephone numbers, dates, location, financial transactions, etc., the FBI can use information gathered for criminal purposes against people or groups of individuals deemed to be threats to the nation. This might lead to widespread privacy violations which could pose serious threats to American society and the public as a whole. Privacy laws have recently become even more complicated. The Patriot Act was passed by the USA Congress to enable law enforcement agencies to monitor and track potential terrorists. A number of people have criticized the law for being too intrusive and for infringements on civil liberties. There are now attempts to have it repealed by Congress and the President, who wants a court-ordered order that prohibits the government from collecting Americans’ cell phones. If Congress passes this legislation, you will be able to identify your cell phone number from within the government database to try to trace calls going your way (not through the internet) and obtain warrants to seize it without probable cause. You can expect big fines from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the IRS for breaching this new requirement. Not only does the amendment violate the constitutional right to privacy but it also makes it difficult for the police to conduct surveillance they deem necessary to protect the nation. In addition, it may be important for the FBI to keep logs of telephone numbers, addresses, names and locations and of course access to other critical information related to targets and victims. Thus it infringes upon the freedom of movement and privacy for millions of innocent citizens, many of whom do not wish to be identified (or do not want to be monitored). Although there are limitations in terms of privacy protections today, especially when used inappropriately, I am sure that privacy would continue to be a major issue in the future to come.

One very interesting aspect of our current society is the importance of freedom of speech. People are forced to communicate freely with each other whether that is for business or personal concerns or just sharing their thoughts and ideas with friends. While protecting themselves or others, I think that this type of communication is completely unacceptable and regrettable. This kind of communication should not be tolerated and should be regulated so that the vulnerable part of society enjoys the benefits of free speech while keeping the majority safe from the risk of violence and terrorist activity from others. Unfortunately because of this situation, we are constantly bombarded with false propaganda and misleading news aimed at us. We know that most of this propaganda is sensationalist in nature and generally designed to scare us into thinking that one or two words can make a story so much worse. In reality, there are probably a lot of cases where these kinds of stories may actually benefit the vulnerable members of society, but the message is always clear that the victim is the ‘bad actor’. As long as there is continual disinformation of this sort, we can expect more tragedies related to our own behaviour. Our media platforms continually bombard us with fake images and videos and continuously push misinformation around us. Furthermore, we have increasingly greater amounts of information about the dangers posed by terrorism and other forms of armed conflict. This information comes often through non-scientific sources, some of whom may be actors, and may go awry due to misinformation. And finally, our government is actively involved in the dissemination of this misinformation through television, radio, print, billboards, posters, billboards, magazines, posters, banners and social networks. Media is used to propagate false propaganda, as demonstrated above, and can take shape during times of war. We need independent and responsible journalism and investigation because we need to realize that most information comes through the media.

The United States government is on a mission to ensure that we can protect our families and our country from violent and terrorist attacks from a range of threats. But the danger is not restricted solely to the threat from an individual or a group of persons. When one looks at the total number of deaths recorded in U.S. history, one sees that our government has failed to respond adequately to terrorist and hate crime incidents. And of course, there are still countless instances where our military has served with distinction and we need to remember that our military has fought side by side with our civilian counterparts, from World War II to Vietnam and Korea, and yet they have failed to show up in times when it seems that it is absolutely necessary due to failures on the federal level.

However, the biggest reason why the U.S. government has failed to respond adequately is due to the refusal to act on the numerous reports of increasing acts of violence. Because we have seen our military serve alongside civilians and journalists in Syria and Iraq, there can be multiple reasons why the military has not been active in situations where it seems only prudent to be. Firstly, the military has failed to properly analyze the best way to respond to these situations and instead chose to remain mostly out of sight. Secondly, perhaps the military has never been active enough to fully determine the best ways to deal with terrorist incidents. Thirdly, if there were significant intelligence and investigative reporting done internally that would clearly indicate that the military was either unwilling or unable to act, then it would be very easy for our government to refuse to do so. Fourth, and last, our military has not done a good job in countering terrorist organizations. Even though our military is well trained to fight terrorism attacks and other mass terror incidents, our intelligence agencies have not really pursued this type of strategy, which is certainly not optimal for dealing with terrorism events. So, once again, this government has refused to act and continues to hide its inadequacies.

At present, the UN General Assembly has adopted thirty-two additional conventions which cover a broad spectrum of issues ranging from Genocide and related crimes to discrimination, racial equity, refugee, gender equality, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues, and child abuse, human trafficking, and environmental degradation. Most of the Convention’s provisions apply to member states and governments in other parts of the world. However, some of the provisions are not based directly on internationally recognized standards, and as noted earlier, there are various nations and cultures that may require different interpretations of the same conventions. Yet, there are also provisions that are universally applicable, and that can be expected to be applied even in different places globally. For example, Article 1.1.a states that “Any attack, whether committed by armed forces or by non-state actors, is inconsistent with article 15, which guarantees the principle of collective security. The Security Council is required to establish and maintain appropriate measures, appropriate to the circumstances in each state and context, to deal with matters of common interest” (UN General Assembly Articles, Section 16). Since the Security Council itself is composed of representatives from all Member States, they can make policies concerning security and act independently in response to events of worldwide concern. Of course, the Security Council has also been known to make decisions that are not consistent with international norms and policies, and it would be inappropriate for the Security Council to make decisions that don’t fit its mandate. However, despite our continued refusal to cooperate with our neighbouring and friendlier democracies, we are aware that many of our closest allies are willing to work together with us and indeed we are encouraged by a variety of initiatives that are currently ongoing. The first initiative is one of mutual dialogue between the United Kingdom and the European Union at least once a year. While the UK and the EU’s position on Brexit have not been formally addressed, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in recent months he plans to bring back control of our borders from the British government. He proposed an agreement between the two sides which would give the two signatories full sovereignty over the border management system in Northern Ireland and allow full control over its operations over the duration of the Brexit transition period. Given the amount of turmoil in Northern Ireland concerning the Brexit arrangements, this is definitely an encouraging first step in the process of maintaining peace. 

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July 22, 2022

The Great Invention of Histories

The Great Invention of Histories

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The Great Invention of Histories

What is history?

a story in which one person or group of people recount an event in time. A historical account of the events that brought about change. History can be viewed as documentation of past occurrences through documentation. In particular, each society uses history to understand the social order and its structure. Historical accounts help us learn about our past, examine its relationship with other societies and to understand the relationships surrounding us that make up our present society. Through history, we gain knowledge about ourselves, our communities and the world around us. There is also the understanding of the past and future and of how both impact one another and what makes it a “great invention” for global history. Throughout this blog post, I hope to outline some things I have learned by reading various articles and books on this concept through the years. Let’s begin!

Greatest inventions: World history

What do we use to find out about the greatest inventions and innovations in the world today? When did most of these devices come about? How long have they been around? What were their origins and where are they used? How did they become so successful? To help illustrate my point below, let’s look at a few topics I mentioned above and see if they apply to any of you.

Art — Ancient Egypt

Art is a part of ancient Egyptian religion and artistry was an important part of their life. Art and architecture of all types were often thought of highly and their work was regarded as highly important for the overall preservation of the human species. Many of these products survived until very modern times without much use by the Egyptians themselves but now the craftsmen and artists who created them are more revered than gods. They are still used today to build museums, for burial practices, and for creating jewellery. Notable examples: Tutankhamun (a sarcophagus), kouros and hieroglyphics.

Paper — prehistoric Europe

Paper is perhaps one of the oldest materials in the world, and while paper was not invented in Europe, it is believed that we inherited the practice of making and utilizing it from Neanderthals, Homo sapiens, and apes. Paper works well in both glass-making and in ceramics.

Nails — early China

The Chinese have used many things and methods of making nails since the late Paleolithic (earlier known as the Bronze Age) era. While there are certain techniques such as cutting in wood and rock to shape the desired nails, it was the 19th century that saw the development of cast nails and nail clips. These tools were essential in the construction of boats and ships, making them necessary for trade routes. Nowadays, cast nails are being utilized in a variety of industries. All over the world including car manufacturing, household cleaning, cosmetic surgery, construction, automotive, plastic production, and even on aeroplanes. This method is particularly useful for those who wear prosthetics due to the ease of manipulation. Also for dental implants, these nail clippings are sometimes cut off and replaced with new ones. On some occasions, nails are made into decorative accessories and clothing using different types of steel wire called wires. Nail clippers to hold wands or braids were used during the medieval and Renaissance periods. Today, lace crochet is popular.

Paper & aluminium – modern western nations

Paper and aluminium are two common materials found in the modern world through most of the industrial revolutions. It wasn’t until the 1800’s that aluminium began to become widely used throughout the entire world. Aluminium helped increase the speed of locomotives, shipyards, aeroplanes and trains. As is well with rail, it was originally used to create rails, then later used to convey mail when the United States began moving its mail via horse transport and steam engines. Both paper and aluminium were fundamental to almost every type of industry. Early transportation and electronics included bicycle use and radio transmission. We would get news from far away, we moved goods fast, and we were able to communicate with others. For instance, before Morse Code and electronic messaging, we sent text messages by hand and received letters from distant lands through the Postal Service. After using the telegraph to transmit the news, we quickly became dependent on communication technology. As the 20th century progressed, so did aeroplanes and automobiles in our daily lives.

Hackers — 1950s to 1970s

In the 1940s, computers and electricity were becoming ever closer to widespread availability. If you were in an office building, your computer could be connected remotely to a larger network of computers. Computers were available in homes, schools and banks to make calculations, write programs, print text or drawings, and even play games. Computer programming was beginning to become more complex and complex. With machines doing more complex tasks, programmers were becoming increasingly fascinated with ideas about computer science and artificial intelligence. By 1960, “hackers” had taken advantage of widespread, cheap information to help people make use of computing power. Hackers were hackers bent on causing trouble or just fun so they could steal computer codes, break into buildings and networks, wreak havoc on businesses and government agencies, and generally cause chaos. One famous hacker, Richard Mathew Atkinson, had already written software that allowed the FBI to track computerized victims across computer networks. His code name was Breakout, and he was dubbed the “granddaddy of hackers,” because the first program to achieve this goal, named Breakout, was developed in his garage. He was quoted asking, “Can the NSA read email, monitor telephone records and track down criminals?” This question was eventually answered. Later he released programs to spy on computer users and governments, search computers for evidence, and to crack open system vulnerabilities. Eventually, a wide variety of hacking groups emerged, including nation-states like North Korea, Cuba and Vietnam, along with private companies like Netscape Navratil, Microsoft’s Project Zero, and IBM’s Sandbox. Over time, this form of media has evolved, growing more difficult to pull off, more expensive, and less trustworthy. More advanced forms of data attacks have begun developing; malware and viruses start taking root. Ultimately, the hackers who created these threats did it to draw attention to themselves. Some of the biggest organizations hacked, stole intellectual property from corporations, corrupted elected officials, and planted false stories. Governments and individuals are also vulnerable, as evidenced by the 2008 Equifax breach, wherein thousands of confidential credit reports on millions of Americans ended up with random addresses. Security breaches in our personal and professional lives affect individuals and the government alike.

Digital Revolution — 1951–

The digital revolution started early on but took very little place in the 21st century. Digital information began entering the public sphere through the internet — the World Wide Web — as the internet was created. Though most people knew of the Internet, they didn’t know the true extent of it. Thanks to World Wide Web research, it appears that there are thousands of websites and countless ways to access them. Beginning in 1996, websites such as Yahoo, Facebook and YouTube, became prevalent. However, websites that were merely online forums for discussions did not only take hold. Rather, websites like Netflix and Amazon now provide direct links to movies, TV shows and music. Websites like LinkedIn and Google, now called the “web 2.0”, are making up content and advertising themselves almost entirely in the digital realm.

The rise of smartphones — 2010 and beyond

Smartphone phones came into existence in 2001, though actually the smartphone was produced in 2007. Smartphones were initially limited to communicating via voice contact until 2011 when Apple introduced iPads that launched the iPhone 3GS and 4G/5G into being. Since then, smart devices have changed the way consumers interact with each other and their environment. Much of the world is now moving towards using smartphones to access entertainment, send emails and texts to loved ones and interact with their surroundings. Whether this impact will continue to grow as more and more users begin purchasing smartphones for everyday activities will depend heavily upon consumers.

Social Media — 2012 and onward

Social media began with blogging, Twitter and Instagram. Social media has grown tremendously in the last few decades and continues to grow year after year. Major platforms allow us to reach each other through words, pictures, videos and other forms of media. Popular social media sites include Facebook, Skype, Snapchat, WhatsApp, Twitter, Snapchat, Tumblr, Pinterest and Instagram. Although social networks have existed for a considerable amount of time, what we consider social media today was created in 2012 with the inception of Snapchat. Unlike traditional media outlets, the likes of Snapchat make it easy to share photos and videos through stickers, GIFs and gifs. Snapchat launched the Snapchat app in June, allowing our favourite celebrities and influencers to tag other stars and share behind-the-scenes clips and video clips, giving them real-time validation and feedback from fans. Within minutes, Snapchat surpassed 250 million users, proving that social media has grown exponentially. Snapchat continues to expand its user base through advertisements that target ads related to specific demographics and encourage younger generations to join the platform. From 2017 onwards, Snapchat plans to release Snapchat Originals, further expanding the service. This is something that gives me hope for the future of mobile apps. Especially from 2020 onwards, I plan on seeing all sorts of mobile apps emerge onto the market such as Bixby, Drip Coffee and Voat.

Online Dating and dating apps — 2014 and onwards

Online dating and dating apps allow us to easily connect to a fellow individual remotely, all with no need for meetings, travel or dates. Before apps surfaced, we met up with people on television sets and in newspapers through letters. Online dating allowed us to stay distant; however, we still maintained connections, especially those 

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July 09, 2022

The Education stresses

The Education stresses

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The Education stresses

An educated child’s brain is one of the most important assets to the world we live in today. And as you may know, there’s more to being an educated person than just getting a college degree from a university. Learning, or learning how to learn, starts at your own child’s birth from the womb and continues throughout their life in many ways—from childhood through adulthood. It can be done through the use of educational programs that teach skills for living independently, like a course on cooking, caring for yourself or others, socialization and much more.

In today’s society, many people take up courses such as the following ones:

a) Child development (BCDD)

b) Psychology (CPDP)

c) Social work

d) Marriage counselling

e) Family Therapy

e) Counseling Families

e) Family therapy

In order to learn best practices of children's care during the early years of our lives, we must first understand our children in all aspects of their lives, including physical, emotional and intellectual development. Children, who are already taught the proper habits to deal with various situations, can learn new ways of communicating or creating environments around them that give them the support they need to develop emotionally, physically and intellectually while also becoming responsible citizens. With a strong foundation in knowledge of the brain, learning through education, socialization and the family structure, children will make responsible individual decisions and become intelligent enough to think independently and become prepared and comfortable with new skills. Through education, children should receive clear professional instruction in all areas of life through an interactive curriculum that provides them with opportunities to practice these skills. At home, we can have fun doing activities like gardening, gardening projects, crafts and cooking. For example, if my son was ever hungry, I would ask him to make my meals using his favourite food and other ingredients so that I could cook myself at least three times a week. He always brings something nice, tasty food that he likes so it has been very productive. Another activity is playing games like Scrabble where the children have to put together words and phrases to solve a complicated game and create memories to memorize for later on. By engaging in such activities as this, our children can learn the skills to be independent individuals.

In addition to education, parents can also use this information to help and encourage their young children. When our child reaches an appropriate age and his/her brain development begins, we can begin giving them some advice and guidance over the future. As children grow in age and they begin to realize things that most adults do not understand, parents can offer them advice like guiding them through difficult situations and helping them to build independence and self-esteem. Of course, parental advice and guidance are especially beneficial because it gives our children new strengths to learn and grow from.

b) Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

CBT can be used by adults and children together since both teachers and pupils are going through similar developmental stages during their lives, thus making both parties feel comfortable and accepting of each other’s differences. We can use cognitive-behavioural training through which therapists focus on teaching both adults and children healthy behaviours to prevent anxiety and depression, as opposed to medication and other treatment measures. Our children learn positive ways to relax and stay calm and composed while dealing with stressful situations and learning healthy coping mechanisms. According to research conducted by the University of California, psychologists found that those in CBT groups had higher levels of relaxation and less stress and sadness.

c) Motivation

Many adults, particularly those who are involved in high school, enter college and get good jobs. These people spend thousands of dollars on attending college due to the costs of textbooks, room and board, tuition and a lot of time. They usually study several hours a day and continue to get better by enrolling more and studying harder since they have a long way to go. In contrast, our young children often drop out of school because they are unable to pay for the expenses of their studies and can’t afford to purchase a good set of books, room and board and other expenses. Since many children do not even have access to the internet, we need to remind them about the benefits of staying in school and attending classes. This helps them develop a lifelong habit of finishing university education when they attain the grade of college. From personal experience, I have noticed that once students achieve the grades of a particular university, they continue on in it for longer. Their ability to pay for their studies and their desire to learn further have been instrumental in motivating me to ensure that other students do the same thing by helping them start earning money for school. Also, in terms of academics, I believe that students who are passionate about their fields and have the drive to pursue degrees can succeed academically and professionally; a belief that has helped me and students in my class to excel academically. Through such motivation, we can develop a greater understanding of students and their readiness to succeed academically. A student’s love to learn, determination to keep up with academics and passion to get better academically is ideal for developing good relationships with instructors. All students should always remember that their passion for their subjects is a driving force that helps them grow academically.

d) Employment

In today’s society, it is no longer uncommon to see many people employed in corporate companies, but not without having taken some basic educational courses that prepare and equip them for the job market. Many employers pay well for the educational background of candidates, making it a necessity to invest in oneself to gain these positions. After taking courses, professionals can be easily hired into various industries like sales, customer service and marketing. Students, who are able to meet certain qualifications such as having a high school diploma, a four-year degree in English, or a combination of those two, have the possibility of working in any of these careers without even knowing it through the universities. Several universities now have online employment services to provide students with employment opportunities without studying for college and with ample opportunities. There are career centres that facilitate students and teachers to explore possibilities and find jobs with ease. If you look back a few decades ago, almost everyone, aside from educators, had to go through university education at minimum or no cost. Nowadays, with technological advancements and the advancement of the Internet, we can obtain employment in virtually any field of interest. You can explore careers such as journalism, advertising, media, public relations, management and more! For instance, I am currently interned with an organization called the American Red Cross of America which provides disaster relief services to victims of disasters such as floods, fires and hurricanes. My internship includes assisting rescue teams and medical facilities in disaster response efforts. On average, it takes about four months to complete my internship. I have received great satisfaction and happiness in my profession because it has allowed me to advance in my skills and earn more valuable experiences.

Finally, let’s talk about the effect of education on our children’s families and our society. First of all, schools and colleges teach our children how to become respectful and hardworking citizens. We can teach our children to respect themselves by giving us a wide range of subjects such as medicine, psychology, economics, history, chemistry and physics. Parents can also instil such values in their children by introducing discipline in the classroom; thus allowing our children to grow stronger in their individual talents. Teaching our children to be respectable is something that develops good communication between our children and their peers in school. One of the best examples of my generation, especially my daughter, is my daughter’s relationship with her peers. She spends a lot of her time talking to her classmates as they engage each other in interesting discussions, to understand each other. Another great aspect of her personality is the joy she derives from exploring different topics related to different subjects. Whether we realize it or not, it is crucial for us as parents and teachers to expose children and adolescents to as many different subjects as possible—just like teenagers, they have the chance to choose which one of us they would like to learn about. Such exposure to learning new things not only improves our children’s self-confidence and makes them independent thinkers, but also enables them to make conscious choices, such as knowing their weaknesses and what they can do to turn them into weapons. Not only are we educating our children with the right skills, but we also make sure that they learn the necessary lessons that will serve them well when they decide to move on from schooling. Teaching our children and educating them also promotes civic awareness among youth. Educating our youth to become responsible citizens who will promote equality, democracy and social justice is necessary for promoting our country and civilization.

e) Physical fitness

If we want our children to be physically fit, one of our biggest tasks is to make sure that our children are active. We can teach our children about physical fitness simply by exercising daily—like walking, running and playing outdoor sports. Regardless of whether physical fitness is taught through formal or informal means, we should certainly involve our children in physical activity and never stop moving from one place of play to another. Encouraging and modelling physical exercises and activities for kids from a young age is a fantastic way for parents to learn how our children should be physically fit by teaching them to jog, ride bikes, swim and jump rope. Also, teaching them how to swim and bike ride is essential because they are able to learn multiple skills simultaneously, which is essential for our community. Teaching our children and inspiring them makes them want to learn, not just ride bikes like their parent does. Taking our children on a tour of the United States, we saw people using bikes as a method of transport and transportation, not just for bike rides but also for leisure riding 

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July 09, 2022

The Perception of A Better Future

The Perception of A Better Future

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The Perception of A Better Future

What is the Perception of a Better Future and the definition of it and how we can make our future brighter and more secure for human life and suggestions on how to change your world for good? Here is what we know about this issue and what we should do with some help from simple tips, examples, articles, sources and a list of different projects and organizations. We’ll also have an explanation of why this topic matters.

What Is The Perception Of A Better Future And Why Should It Matter To You?

In theory, the perception of a “better future” is a general term that refers to what we consider essential, desirable qualities of life, in particular the social/economic, moral, spiritual, emotional, or psychological qualities of people (or organizations). Usually, this term has evolved into a very complex idea that extends outside to include cultural, political, religious, personal characteristics, ethical, etc., which are often overlooked when discussing social issues but become vital aspects of thinking about the future. This perception has been shaped by the development of new technologies and the spread of ideas, which have led to further expansion of society. As such, there must be some rules to apply in order to be able to think properly about this issue. Therefore, they are crucial for understanding the history of society, developing a new vision and developing a new model of life for everyone, regardless of their background. Although this distinction may seem clear today to many people, the main distinctions were made centuries ago and therefore are still relevant today, which serves as the basis for our current view of life, including the “best future,” as well as the foundation on which further developments can be built.

The Importance Of Attending College For Personal Development

A college education offers numerous valuable benefits to its participants, both economically and psychologically. However, even so, a college education is not free, just like it is not free anywhere else in the world, except at a high-cost university. In most cases, it remains affordable only because of high tuition. These fees are quite difficult to afford especially when you study at a large public university. There are other factors such as cost of living, family responsibilities and whether or not one has the means to pay tuition and room rent alone. If one does not want to leave home and travel while studying, a degree can provide access to all kinds of courses and a number of courses. The price tag of attending school is as much as $4,000! But let us look at another model — college plus a summer job. Compared to getting a two-year degree, that costs between $8,000 and $15,000 per year. An academic summer job could cost from $15,000 to $50,000 per year. This is true whether the person gets the full amount of scholarships of up to 30% to 60% and if the job can take three years at least. Now, comparing these models requires one more analysis, but I believe the former model offers too much. With every degree getting increasingly competitive and expensive, many would consider moving towards becoming a student and receiving a two-year degree. While the latter is more financially reasonable but less desirable, for some it may be preferable in terms of mental health and self-development. Let me give a concrete example.

The Problem Of Homelessness

Today, there are approximately 18 million homeless people around the globe, representing 15.5% of each world’s population (the United Nations 2018). According to UNDP reports, the prevalence and impact of homelessness have increased over the past twenty-five years. When you add the number of people dying each year due to homelessness in developing nations, the global figure is staggering. Homelessness has the potential to negatively affect almost any economy. From tourism to agriculture, to mining and shipping, homeless people depend on the hospitality industry for survival and their families for food security and social protection. Without adequate shelter for people experiencing homelessness, this industry becomes useless and the global economy suffers greatly. In fact, studies show that the economic impacts of homelessness are significantly greater than those who find sustainable housing. From a social perspective, experiencing homelessness is harmful to the dignity of the nation. Because those in need of basic human basic care are usually low-income earners and unemployed youth, this leads to negative societal consequences. Furthermore, poverty levels increase in response to the growing number of homeless individuals.

Why Do People Feel They Are Racist Towards Each Other?

Racist behaviour is an extremely serious matter that must be addressed at the highest level possible (not least in governmental authorities) and no less on an international level. Unfortunately, race, gender, sexual orientation, age, class, nationality, and any other factor you will probably deem important and worthy of consideration is perceived as a factor that makes someone evil. In other words, people are generally prejudiced against minorities, immigrants, the LGBT+ community, LGBTQ+ individuals, indigenous representatives, and women. So, what is wrong with that? Well, let’s start with how race and ethnicity are defined. Racism, ethnic bigotry and sexism will always be present in every culture. Indeed, racism can be shown throughout history, but as racist as it was in the early times of slavery.

Racism, ethnic bigotry and sexism can be seen, in some countries at least, everywhere, in every epoch, in every era and form, in every time, in every region of the planet, and indeed, throughout all of history, albeit in varying degrees. This is evident not only in modern times in various societies across the globe in varying degrees but also today, as societies continue to grow and evolve. One’s own country can display prejudice too, and this is where multiculturalism comes into play. Prejudice can be displayed through language barriers as well as various forms of discrimination. On one end of things, there are certain cultures that have a deep-rooted sense of superiority, and others, such as religion. Religion plays a part. As religions vary from society, in each culture they vary. On top of that, the beliefs of religious communities could also be contributing to prejudice. Regardless of the case, people have feelings of superiority due to common tradition, language barriers, and general beliefs, which are inherited or learned in life. Thus, people develop a generalized feeling of being superior, which can serve them throughout their entire lives.

Racism, ethnic bigotry and sexism can be seen, in some countries at least, everywhere, in every epoch, in every era and form, in every region of the planet, and indeed, throughout all of history, albeit in varying degrees. In other words, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, class, nationality and any other factor you will probably deem worthy of consideration is perceived as being evil. Since some communities see themselves as inferior, they tend to hold stereotypes and prejudgments against certain groups of people. Discrimination takes place at work, school, in other areas of daily life, and even in the media.

This bias is particularly prevalent in minority communities, indigenous, LGBTQ+, and disabled groups. Perhaps, in comparison with larger groups in society, discrimination takes place more frequently within lower-income communities — specifically in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Eastern Europe — but still, we often overlook prejudice within these groups. Often, they face prejudices that are similar and even worse than racial prejudice. Whether this is related to geography or demographic differences, people tend to understand prejudice differently. Understanding a prejudice can sometimes be as simple as knowing some facts about the subject and identifying a common belief; however, sometimes prejudice needs to be based on an individual’s experience and knowledge. For example, if a person knows nothing about disability, it could happen they may not understand prejudice against disability. Maybe the reason people have a problem understanding prejudice against disability is because of that.

In Conclusion, Despite the complexity of perceptions regarding life, each person and community will share the same general perception of themselves and others, though it may be unique to them. We cannot ignore that the perception of a better future, a healthy, happy, prosperous life, lies within every human being. All we need are tools that will assist in creating that “better life”. We need to create an environment where all people understand that better life. By doing so, we collectively build a strong bond that will enable us to come together and work toward achieving the best future for all of humanity. This article is dedicated to helping to build the perception of a better future, and I hope you will allow me to offer the following resources for building your vision and creating a better one! Keep sharing them with us, and to read more, please visit, click here. Until next time, keep being grateful!  

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July 01, 2022

The Garden of Sight Where We Want to be Hidden

The Garden of Sight Where We Want to be Hidden

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The Garden of Sight Where We Want to be Hidden

There is something in this world that has changed our way of living in the 21st century, and it's called 'The Garden of Sight' where we want to be hidden from others by using different kinds of techniques, some of which are old-fashioned as well as new. Our generation today is able to hide anything at their disposal, like money or time, in a manner that they believe is more secure than ever before. From buying drugs online, having someone else make the payment, and staying in an RV as opposed to living on a property you own in the city! I personally have spent countless hours of my life reading about this topic as I've never understood why people don't just keep their secrets inside the comfort of their homes. In other words, who doesn't want to spend less time trying to find love, and instead try to make the relationship last. However, we are now moving away from the idea that everyone needs to live according to certain standards to maintain their own happiness in this highly competitive world. As much as we may not think so, our actions are changing our society in many ways and with them is something very important to know.

The first element that I will be giving credit for being one of the reasons why many of us have started shifting towards creating the perfect partner is our education level. Many people have been teaching themselves to become more knowledgeable and aware of what's going on around them, making it easier to understand each other's behaviour and also learn to communicate with them better. Also, the number of resources available that we can use make understanding each other even easier. You can now know how to read someone else's emotions easily. Before this, maybe you were struggling and didn’t know how to properly communicate with an individual. I'm not alone in saying this, I was always struggling to understand people's emotions because most of the time I had to ask so many questions to get to know another individual. Now we are going beyond the understanding of emotions. This change was especially hard on me as someone that has never experienced a day job. Some people even get frustrated with me for putting myself through so much effort to start knowing more about this new thing. But I will say, I love learning about this trait. For a while, I wanted to become a flight attendant but after everything being said, you must have realized your passion was something others enjoyed as much as it is causing problems. So you decided to go deeper in this field by becoming a pilot. A profession that requires a lot of training and knowledge, which is rare to obtain. My point is, even though this new career may take some getting used to because your family doesn't support you, you still must follow a path that requires an immense amount of sacrifice and dedication. It's never easy to do something if you are just starting out. Although you might not have the means to afford these things, you will need to start looking into the possibilities within the industry. And here's where you get the best part; you are able to travel anywhere in the country with no financial barriers. With this, you can travel around the globe to explore destinations just as if you were travelling with the whole world on your side. Not only did you be able to experience different places, but you also began to meet different types of people, and it became a game-changer for every single one of them. People that were strangers became true friends who become family members. People that couldn't stand each other started to see eye to eye. No longer would there be a distance between us, our families, and our goals. Instead of feeling like strangers, we could start seeing each other all over again. I hope that this story made my new passion seem more realistic, but remember, it takes determination and action to succeed in anything. Because every little bit adds up as time goes on. And if you do this, no matter how scary a situation is, I guarantee the reward will multiply exponentially! That is when the real magic happens.

There is nothing quite like finding your match. It's so difficult when you are completely broke without anyone to talk with. Nothing brings us together as soon as you find someone who shares the same values with you as you do. You start to feel more connected to the rest of the world than ever before. When you have somebody you can relate to and trust, it feels like you have the power of taking control over your future. One major reason why most people start dating online is that social media apps allow you to connect directly with your significant other and also allow you to post about yourself and about yourself. With Facebook, there are numerous dating websites such as Bumble, Hinge, and Tinder. You can choose the ones that suit you best, according to your tastes, but these platforms also offer plenty of options. Whether it's dating, video chat, or virtual dates, you can find who you're looking for! Even in situations where you are separated from that person you are searching for, you can continue connecting with them online. Social networking sites have actually evolved to become a great tool in helping you find your ideal match. On Bumble, it offers a variety of people to choose from. If you aren't ready for that kind of convenience, then perhaps you should consider something like Viber. An instant messaging platform you could use for dating that can help you meet up with other people without the hassle of calling or texting anyone. Virtual date dates work just the same as dating through the internet. Just be careful with whom you choose to message and who you have your heart to meet. Because this feature gives you the ability to interact with numerous strangers through video calls even more than through emails. I personally have gone through it multiple times for dating! The quality is far above that of regular interaction with a loved one! While dating apps are not 100% reliable, they definitely give you more access to meet potential matches and a chance to speak with them if you do not have physical contact. With this, you never know what's going on around you and are often able to see who you are more often than before. The biggest advantage of having a crush on other people is being able to speak to that one for yourself. After speaking to your crush it's amazing, you can't help but wonder what happened to the beautiful person you were looking for or who your friend was before him/her. What do I mean? Maybe not, or maybe you had some sort of bad interaction with both of them. If there was anything I noticed in the latter half of 2020, it's that relationships that lasted longer than a couple of months are becoming extremely common across the nation. Why does it take such lengths to build up our feelings toward other people? Well, let me tell you some stories, all the while staying silent to the fact that we are constantly questioning what makes us attracted to certain people, or to certain qualities. Let's face it, sometimes our personality traits play a big factor in how we find others that we meet. Most of those who have personalities similar to mine do not have someone looking for the same type of connection as me. Sometimes you just end up meeting people that fit your personality to such a degree that it becomes almost too overwhelming for you to take on but not to the extent that it makes you question every decision you make. Another difference is that you may come across more emotionally compatible individuals than if you met me. These types of personalities are almost too strong for each other. You will encounter a person you have no chemistry with, whether in person or via video call. When it comes to this, it's even harder. You are able to create new bonds by talking to them in ways you never imagined just two months ago. I am sure that after spending thousands of dollars on dating websites, I still haven't met a person I admire as much as an attractive guy in person. My point is, that if you have a liking for someone you can't meet physically yet, you shouldn't let this hold you back from meeting them. Everyone is unique in a way, and it's impossible to understand your counterpart unless you meet him/her. There are plenty of successful singles just like me that didn't necessarily share my personality like I do, but did and have met someone similar to me that I'm incredibly proud of him/her. There is a reason people fall in love with other people, and it has nothing to do with the attraction they possess. Regardless of whether you fell in love with a person you cannot meet physically, you are more likely to fall in love with another person you believe shares your personality traits. Like I said earlier, the goal may be to find a certain type of romance but if you truly care about other people, you should do exactly that. Get to know that special someone like you and develop feelings as you go. They are worth it, and I promise you that you'll be glad that you made the effort to seek them out. Without further ado, let's begin.

The second piece of advice would be that of self-care. Self-care is the act of taking care away from ourselves in order to take care of others. Taking care of ourselves is essential for healthy relationships. Being responsible for ourselves is a way for us to protect ourselves from letting down our partners. Being responsible also keeps you safe from falling prey to unwanted romantic experiences. Here's my personal motto in regards to this subject. Give yourself permission to take care of yourself first! Take a break. Spend quality time with yourself. Do not ignore the beauty and healing properties of exercise! Exercise is not just about losing weight, nor is it about building muscle or keeping muscles fit. It's about being able to release toxins through sweat and digestive systems that you used to store.  

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