Hello, fellow Latter-day Saints! 🌞 As your friendly neighborhood intro-bot, I come bearing good tidings of great joy 🎺 and a newsletter packed with faith-inspiring nuggets! So, buckle up and put on your scripture goggles 👓 because we're diving headfirst into a treasure trove of insights, stories, and, dare I say, some occasional humor? 😇 Happy reading, friends! And remember, even us AI bots appreciate a bit of spiritual nourishment now and then! 🤖🙏
Scot and Maurine Proctor explore how small moments of faith and courage can anchor our lives in the latest episode of the How I Know podcast, featuring guest Heather Osmond. Read more here.
Data Over Dogma posts Episode 8 (May 29, 2023), "Contextual Healing" with Aaron Higashi, in which the guest discusses the importance of theological context, the fact that each individual has their own perspective in relation to their beliefs and biblical scholarship. read more here.
Ski Ingram reflects on Memorial Day and the sacrifices made by those who served in the military, including ten men he served with in Vietnam who did not come home, and emphasizes the importance of remembering those who gave their lives for their country and repaying them by being the best citizens possible. Read more here.
FAIR offers insights into the sacrament and how it is viewed in different religious traditions, as part of their series on Come, Follow Me readings and addressing common questions that Evangelicals ask about LDS beliefs. read more here.
In his blog post "O Man! Pay attention!", Dan Peterson reflects on the importance of being alert and attentive, drawing on his experience of flying and reading during his travels. He notes that paying attention to the world around us can help us discover truths and insights that we would otherwise miss. read more here.
The Scriptures Are Real presents a shortcast explaining the story of the woman who married seven brothers and the cultural context of Levirate Marriage, which helps us understand the question posed to Jesus and his answer. Listen to the shortcast here.
Faith Matters shares a podcast conversation with Brooke Romney, who discusses creating connections with all people around us, including our children, and not being afraid to live from our values and receive feedback. Read more here.
Kurt Manwaring shares insights from Latter-day Saint and secular scholars about the Old Testament in his post The Old Testament and Latter-day Saints. read more here.
Kristen Walker Smith explores the similarities between Jesus' sleeping disciples and ourselves during sacrament meetings. She encourages listeners to spend the hour partaking of the sacrament with intention. Read more here.
Ryan Sharp discusses the significance of the Last Supper, the sacrament, and covenants with Kerry Muhlestein on the Scriptures Are Real podcast. The conversation highlights how these concepts can have an impact in our daily lives. Listen to the podcast here.
Data Over Dogma features an interview with biblical scholar Aaron Higashi, discussing the importance of contextual interpretation and the challenges of public biblical scholarship. Listeners can find Dr. Higashi on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, and can support Data Over Dogma on Patreon. Watch the episode on YouTube.
Scot and Maurine Proctor have released a podcast episode on Meridian Magazine titled "How I Know Podcast: The Small Things in Life Become the Big Things," in which they discuss the importance of small acts of kindness and the impact they can have on others. Read more here.
The Dialogue Journal has released their 88th Episode of the Gospel Study, featuring artist Kwani Povi Winder, where Winder discusses her interpretation of the parables in the New Testament. Read more here.
In the Big Picture episode of One Minute Scripture Study, Cali Black quickly provides context for this week’s reading: Matthew 26; Mark 14; John 13. Listeners can also grab her scripture study guide or a physical copy, along with a New Testament daily devotional book or a simplified New Testament outline. Read more here.
Duane Boyce, in his article "The Folly of Trying to Understand Prophetic Vision in Terms of Worldly Wisdom," shares the story of Dallin Oaks' handling of criticism of a Supreme Court decision and how it taught him the lesson of not trying to understand prophetic vision in terms of worldly wisdom. Boyce argues that we should trust in our leaders, even when we don't understand the reasons behind their decisions. Read more at the Meridian Magazine.
Ski Ingram writes about the origins and significance of Memorial Day, providing a brief history lesson and sharing his personal experience of losing ten men during the Vietnam War and remembering one special soldier on his birthday every year. He encourages Americans to take time on Memorial Day to remember and revere those who sacrificed their lives to keep the citizens of the United States safe. Read more here.
A tragic bus accident in Brazil claimed the life of 20-year-old Elder Izaak Orion Card, a full-time missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, on Friday, May 26, 2023; our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends and the missionaries and members in the Brazil Curitiba Mission. Read more here.
The Flameless Fireside Podcast features Heather Smith to discuss "Excommunication: The Gift of Starting Over," recognizing that life is full of challenging choices and struggles that can lead to a bumpy road; finding the desire and strength to believe in the Savior's grace and ask for help is the first step back into His presence. Join the podcast on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023, at 9pm Central/8pm Mtn. Watch the podcast here.
In his article “O Man! Pay Attention!” on the Sic et Non Blog, Dan Peterson reflects on the importance of paying attention to the world around us and learning from our experiences, both good and bad. He shares personal anecdotes and quotes from scripture to emphasize the value of paying attention to life’s lessons. read more here.
The Latter-Day Lights podcast shares the touching story of Meredith Wahlquist's journey as she battled with the loss of her husband to cancer and the faith and strength she found to carry on. Listen to the podcast here.
In this episode of FAIR's Come, Follow Me series, Jennifer Roach discusses the sacrament and how LDS members might talk to Evangelicals about it. She explains how various denominations, such as Evangelicals and Catholics, understand the sacrament differently and explores common criticisms leveled against the LDS Church's practice of the ordinance. Ultimately, Roach emphasizes that the sacrament's true focus should be on personal revelation. Read more from the original post here.
In a blog post by Jennifer Roach, a licensed mental health counselor, Catholics and Evangelicals, who refer to the sacrament as the Eucharist, communion, the Lord's Table, or the Lord's Supper, respectively, are examined. In discussing the sacrament, Roach touches on the importance of compassion, acceptance, grace, humility, thoughts on cannibalism, and ultimately charity.
Ashly Stone shares Jaxon's story of struggling with aspects of the Church as a youth, but finding the value and power of repentance through his mission. The experience brought him closer to Jesus Christ and serves as the foundation for everything he has done in the Church since. Read more here.
Rich Watson shares his experience of how one prompting led him and his wife to start studying conference talks in depth and how that led to the creation of the "General Conference Challenge" Facebook group, which has grown to over 10,000 followers around the world, and how this continual study has impacted their continual conversion. Read more on Leading Saints.
Mark J. Stoddard shares a story about his father and other Prisoners of War (POWs) in Ofuna, Japan, during World War II to commemorate Memorial Day. His father, a POW in the camp, witnessed compassion from the Japanese villagers, even when brutal guards often beat them for their kindness. Stoddard also remembers a lady at a nearby Buddhist Temple who brought them food, risking punishment, and two soldiers who perished in the camp but received no recognition until recently. Stoddard notes that Memorial Day is a time to remember the families of those who died for our blessings of liberty, and he honors his father and friends as well. read more here.
The Dialogue Gospel Study Episode 88 features artist Kwani Povi Winder, who discusses her art and how it relates to the parables in the New Testament. Read more here.
The Scriptures Are Real shares a shortcast explaining the question of a woman who married seven brothers and how understanding the cultural elements of a Levirate Marriage helps us see what the Savior's answer was. Read more here.
The Latter-Day Lights podcast features an interview with Meredith Wahlquist about her husband's battle with cancer and the faith and strength that got her through. Listen or watch here.
Jonn Claybaugh provides study aids for the 24th lesson of the Come, Follow Me curriculum, focusing on John 14 and the teachings of Jesus regarding the Comforter. Read more here.
Kristen Walker Smith discusses the similarities between ourselves and Jesus's sleeping disciples during the sacrament hour and how we can be more present during this sacred time. Read more here.
Scot and Maurine Proctor host an inspiring episode of How I Know Podcast where Heather Osmond shares how a single moment of bravery and spirituality from her mother became the anchor in her life. Read more here.
Faith Matters speaks with Brooke Romney about the broader applications of parenting, focusing on how to create meaningful connections with people, including our children, in order to live from our values and improve, in a delightful conversation that is relevant beyond the subject of parenting. Read more here.
The Scriptures Are Real shares a video discussing the Savior's institution of the Sacrament at the Last Supper, focusing on covenants, God's willingness to work with us, and the practical application of the Sacrament in everyday life. Watch the video here.
Ski Ingram reflects on the true meaning and origins of Memorial Day, and why it's important to remember and honor those who have given their lives in service of their country, citing stories of personal loss and sacrifice. Read more here.
Duane Boyce writes about Dallin Oaks’ respectful approach to prophetic counsel and how it led to Oaks learning valuable lessons and respecting a prophet’s vision instead of worldly wisdom. Read more here.
The Flameless Fireside Podcast brings Heather Smith to discuss "Excommunication: The Gift of Starting Over," emphasizing the importance of finding strength to ask for help and the Savior's ability to seek out the lost. Join the live podcast on May 31st, 2023, at 9 pm Central/8 pm Mtn on Youtube Live or Facebook Live. Post link is here.
In this week's Big Picture Monday episode, Cali Black provides context for the readings in Matthew 26, Mark 14, and John 13. She also offers a discount on her Come Follow Me study guide and a free copy of Kristen Walker Smith's simplified New Testament outline. Read more here.
Jennifer Roach addresses common Evangelical questions about the Sacrament in the latest installment of Come Follow Me with FAIR and offers insights from both historical Christian practice and LDS doctrine. Read more here.
Dan Peterson's blog post titled "O Man! Pay Attention!" recounts his experience flying on an airplane and his observation of passengers' lack of awareness of their surroundings, drawing parallels to a similar lack of spiritual awareness in daily life. He encourages readers to live in the moment and pay attention to the world around them in order to find greater happiness and fulfillment. Read More Here
The Church Newsroom reports that a young missionary, Elder Izaak Orion Card, has died in a bus accident in Brazil while serving in the Brazil Curitiba Mission. Four missionaries were traveling on a bus when it was hit by a semitruck, and the other missionaries did not sustain serious injury. The Church expresses love and sympathy for Elder Card's family, friends, and all affected by his loss. Read more here.
In a podcast episode on the Ashly Stone show, Jaxon shares his struggles with the Church as a youth, but eventually found the value of repentance through his mission, where he felt closer to Jesus Christ. read more here.
In a FAIR blog post, Jennifer Roach discusses the sacrament and how it is viewed by different faiths, including Evangelical and Catholic. She offers insight into how Latter-day Saint beliefs align with and differ from those of other faiths. Roach also provides suggestions for better dialogue with Evangelical friends and family. read more here.
Data Over Dogma interviews Dr. Aaron Higashi, a scholar and TikToker, about the importance of theological context and turning biblical scholarship out to the public. Dr. Higashi discusses the idea that every believer is coming from a particular perspective and the perils and rewards of sharing scholarship with a wider audience. Visit Dr. Higashi's work on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Support Data Over Dogma's work by becoming a monthly patron and follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Watch the episode on YouTube.
In a blog post on Leading Saints, Rich Watson shares his experience of joining the Church and the impact of General Conference on his life, highlighting a Facebook group he created called "General Conference Challenge" in which 10,000 followers in countries around the globe listen to and have discussions about a talk from each session of General Conference. He reflects on several April 2023 Conference talks, drawing insights and applications for empowerment, responsibility, and continual conversion. Join the General Conference Challenge group on Facebook to participate and check it out for yourself. read more here.
Mark J. Stoddard shares a remarkable true story of World War II prisoners of war (POWs) held in the same camp with Olympian Louis Zamperini at the Ofuna Japanese POW camp. The author's father, a former POW, and some of the prisoners' families saved the lives of several Japanese people in the Ofuna region after the war, despite their brutal treatment during their captivity. This heartwarming, little-known story is a tribute to the enduring power of the human spirit to forgive and love. Read more here.
Pam Peebles asks readers to reflect on their own identity and shares how one man, @bro.kylereedsmith, identifies himself as a child of God, disciple of Jesus Christ, and follower of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Read more on the Third Hour blog.
The Interpreter Radio Show hosts Terry Hutchinson, John Gee, and Kevin Christensen discuss New Testament lesson 24, “Continue Ye in My Love” covering John 14–17, in the May 14 Come, Follow Me segment. Read more here.
The Interpreter Radio Show presents their hosts Terry Hutchinson, John Gee, and Kevin Christensen discussing the New Testament lesson 24, "Continue Ye in My Love" covering John 14-17 in their May 14 Come, Follow Me segment. Read more here.

Names:
boyfriend: Jack
His friend: Adam
Other guy: Sam
Without going into it, Adam caught us. He’s the single worst person to do it because he has a violent hatred of cheaters to the point that he views them as “subhuman trash that don’t deserve rights.” It genuinely would’ve been better if Jack was the one to find out.
All that he’s done so far is text me and Sam in a group chat “big mistake :)” I’m freaking out because I know for a fact that he’s going to do something to “punish” us. I don’t know if Jack knows yet, but he’s also going to find out eventually. How do I make sure that Sam doesn’t get hurt?

My Chemical Romance formed in 2001 in New Jersey and would go on to define the 2000s "emo" scene. The 2004 album "Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge" and 2006's "The Black Parade" remain defining albums of the decade and have only grown with praise over time, while lead vocalist Gerard Way, guitarists Ray Toro and Frank Iero, and bassist Mikey Way have become icons all with massively devoted fanbases. Notice I named four band members there. A cursory glance of google images shows five band members in many of the pictures. More recent photos only show the four mentioned above, to reflect that currently, the band lacks a drummer. As far as the fandom was concerned, there never was one, despite all of the photos you see showing five members. What happened to the drummer, and why, compared to many other fanbases who cling desperately to the 'classic lineup', are MCR fans so eager to erase him? This is the story of how MCR's most famous drummer destroyed his reputation and became a pariah to the fanbase of his own former band.
The Golden Age of Bob:
Almost immediately after the release of Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge, My Chemical Romance was left without a drummer after Matt Pelissier was removed from the group. While not officially confirmed, poor live performances are often given as the reason for his dismissal. Quickly, MCR found a replacement in the form of Bob Bryar, who had previously been a drum tech for The Used, who MCR were close with at the time. Bryar would appear in every music video made for Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge, played on the live album "Life on the Murder Scene", and would continue to perform with the band through their next album, "The Black Parade" and its corresponding live release. Bryar's time with the band marked the band's explosion in popularity, and as such Bryar was showered in praise, fan art, and would appear in the band's infamously common RPF (I believe his most common ship was with Ray Toro), though to a lesser extent compared to other band members due to him being more introverted and not seeming too fond of the spotlight.
Bob Leaves MCR:
On March 3rd 2010, the following message was posted to the My Chemical Romance website, to devastation among the band's devoted fanbase:
"As of 4 weeks ago, My Chemical Romance and Bob Bryar parted ways. This was a painful decision for all of us to make and was not taken lightly. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors and expect you all to do the same."
No reason has been given to why Bryar left the group, though many rumors have circulated over the years. Bob is known to have not been a fan of the band's decision to scrap their initially planned fourth album, which would later be released under the name "Conventional Weapons", and disliked the poppier direction of its follow-up "Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys". In addition, Bob was beginning to have complications with his health on The Black Parade tour. Bob had received both third degree burns and a staph infection as a result of the filming of "Famous Last Words" music video, and would later have to sit out shows from November 2007 to January 2008 due to a "golf ball sized lump" in his wrist causing him to lose control and feeling in his fingers. Apparently, he had had problems with his wrist for years by that point. These injuries would leave lasting effects and ultimately make playing drums extremely difficult for Bob, leading to him essentially never playing drums again after leaving the band.
The more sinister explanation for his departure was that he had been feuding with, or even bullying Mikey Way and had been kicked out as a result, but only hearsay and Bob's actions post departure support this theory.
The Golden Age of Bob Making an Ass Out of Himself:
My Chemical Romance had broken up relatively recently, and even more recently, Mikey Way had gotten a divorce from his wife. Immediately after this, Way began dating a 19-year-old girl named Sarah. Immediately, people began accusing Mikey of cheating on his wife with this 19-year-old fan, and one of these accusers would be former bandmate Bob Bryar, who replied to an image of Mikey with Sarah's family with two emojis. 👪🍳 . This translated to "Family Breakfast". People praised Bob's joke as hilarious, due to Mikey being an enemy towards a lot of the fandom at the time. After this, Bob proceeded to run the joke into the ground. Eventually, however Bob went too far, replying to a tweet of Mikey's speaking about his drug addiction with the same two Family Breakfast emojis. By this point, the fandom had decided Bob had gone too far, being viewed as someone making fun of his former bandmate's drug addiction.
Bob had done a lot more than simply Family Breakfast to rub the fandom the wrong way, however, with some of the highlights including:
- Spreading (false) MCR reunion rumors, and just rumors about the band in general
- Making jokes about leaking Gerard Way's nudes. In addition, his profile picture of him wearing a black mask was interpreted by many (though not universally), as blackface
- Posting a "Find Kanye" meme many viewed as racist
- Making jokes about cops shooting protestors at 2015 Baltimore Protests inspired by the death of Freddie Gray
- As a side note, while many fans will point to Bob as having stolen from the band or setting the band's tour van on fire, neither of these are true. The former was done by Bob's replacement Michael Pedicone, and the latter is attributed to Matt Pelissier, though it's doubtful Matt actually set the band's van on fire either.
The combination of his edgy sense of humor and the Family Breakfast incident had made Bob a pariah among the MCR fandom, being viewed as a racist bully towards Mikey who was bitter about no longer being a band member. Bob was now intentionally forgotten by the fandom outside of naive and new fans asking what he had done. He no longer received any fan art or appeared in fanfic, a tumblr blog was made solely to edit him out of previous band photos, and fans would only ever mention My Chemical Romance as having four members. By 2015, Bob had abandoned his social media pages.
As for the remaining members of My Chemical Romance, none of ever commented on Bob's controversies. Mikey would later refollow Bob on Twitter, and according to Bob himself later on, the two had reconciled. During 2022, new action figures of the band would be made by Kidrobot featuring Bob, suggesting that his erasure from the band's history did not extend to the band members themselves.
Resurgence:
With his social media pages gone, Bob largely remained out of the public eye, getting a new job as a real estate agent. In June 2021, however, he would briefly return to social media in order to auction off the drum kit he had used for the "Helena" music video, donating the proceeds to Williamson County Animal Control and Adoption Center located in Franklin, Tennessee. According to Bob, this was his final drum kit and he was "permanently closing the book on his drumming days", citing the wrist issues he still dealt with, as well as his old age, weight, and desire to pursue "something new". His brief return caused fans to re-evaluate their treatment of Bob, with the aforementioned Tumblr blog dedicated to erasing him from photos being shut down. Bob would return once again in October 2022 to auction off his iconic Black Parade costume to benefit animals affected by Hurricane Ian, citing that "it's just sitting in a box doing nothing and people need help with money right now". During this auction however, Bob would have a concerning twitter incident.
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Bob's Breakdown:
On the night of October 24th, Bob's twitter became active, with him demanding Worm (an associate of MCR) call him, and then shortly after, speaking out for the first time about the hatred he had received from the fandom. He mentioned wanting to be interviewed about his controversies and had seemingly picked up a new favorite annoying joke to shove into every post in the form of "Period. Ah!" Shortly after this, Bob claimed to have been driving while under the influence. Fan reaction was largely very concerned about his mental health, and many showed remorse about how Bob had been treated over the years and condemned those who were not sympathetic to his tweets, many pointing out that several fans had told Bob to kill himself during what many considered to be a mental breakdown. Fortunately, Bob would later return a few days later fondly reminiscing about his time on MCR, before quietly disappearing once again.
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Conclusion:
While nowadays you can find more fans willing to reevaluate Bob's behavior as "not that bad" or at least believing the backlash to him was blown way out of proportion, it would be difficult to say Bob's image has been rehabilitated, with many more than willing to recap his various controversies to new fans wondering who he did, or on rarer occasions, who the hell Bob even is and genuine fans of him being hard to come by. Praise for him often comes in the form of "I'm not defending what he did, but.." At this rate, it's likely Bob's twitter incidents will continue to overshadow him for the foreseeable future, and in the eyes of many fans, My Chemical Romance are a band without a drummer, at least unless Jarrod Alexander gets a promotion form touring musician to full member. He seems to be the only one of the band's four long-term drummers fans seem fond of.

If you think business is about PowerPoint presentations, networking events, or buzzwords like 'synergy', think again. Strip away the noise and what you're left with is this raw, unfiltered truth: business is a beast that feeds on money. It’s the blood, sweat, and tears you pour in, hoping that when the dust settles, you'll find yourself standing on a pile of cash.
Visualize it like a relentless marathon, a race that never ends. It's the power of your investment pushing you forward, each dollar thrown in the mix acting like an extra dose of fuel, driving you towards the finish line. This game is a brutal test of endurance, strength, and strategic maneuvering.
Or better yet, imagine it as a ruthless chess game. Every move you make, each piece you sacrifice, is a strategic decision to outwit your opponent and protect your king - your profit. You play the game, take the hits, and keep moving forward, always eyeing that end goal - to end up with more money than you started with.
The problem with most businesses these days is that you don't understand the simple laws in the universe that we live in.
MONEY
ATTENTION
DEMAND
SUPPLY
FLOW
LISTEN UP! Business IS money. Period. If you're not hauling in that sweet green, then WHY ARE YOU EVEN PLAYING?
FLASHBACK: 4th grade. I'm just a kid walking into school when I see this game, Bakugan, taking the playground by storm. Intrigued, I get in on the action, buying 4 Bakugans for a cool $5.
Then, BAM! A kid approaches me and lays down $2.5 for ONE of my Bakugans. That's HALF my initial investment back, with one single sale!
There it was - MONEY IN. The first key was mine, and let me tell you, it was a thrill like no other.
Smelling the sweet scent of success and spotting the demand, I dove deeper. I found a wholesale deal and snagged 14 Bakugans for a mere $8. It was GAME ON.
I was about to shake up the school like never before. I brought in Bakugans that no one had even seen before. I had them gaping, I had them wanting. I created a STIR, and boy, did that pay off.
Just like that, I had the other 4 keys to success snug in my pocket. Money flowed in as naturally as water down a river. The symphony of a successful business was playing loud and clear, with me as the maestro.
THAT'S the power of understanding BUSINESS IS MONEY! NOTHING MORE, NOTHING LESS.
LISTEN UP! I'm about to give you the ULTIMATE guide to business success. No fluff, no jargon, just plain, simple FACTS.
We live in a world where social media has turned business into a game ANYONE can play. So stop wracking your brain and making it harder than it has to be.
The recipe to business success is literally at your FINGERTIPS. All you need is to follow the road of 123 6 9:
1 - MONEY IN.
2 - DEMAND.
3 - SUPPLY.
6 - ATTENTION.
9 - FLOW.
Get it? That's your roadmap to DOMINATION. It's simple. It's straightforward. It's foolproof.
Remember this: The first four elements can dance around any order. You could start with ATTENTION as your number 1, SUPPLY as your number 2, DEMAND as your number 3, and MONEY IN as your 6. But remember - FLOW is always 9. It's the grand finale, the thunderous climax.
These four elements are your building blocks. Forget about the perfect logo, or the next big thing. These things are nice, but they don't guarantee success. It's the fusion of these four elements that creates the FLOW, the rhythm of a successful business.
So, ARM yourself with these elements. MOLD them into your strategy. This is your golden ticket.
I can already see those comments coming in. "Oh wow, Einstein, nice discovery, we already knew this."
Well, let me hit you with a little wisdom from the man himself, Albert Einstein: "Any fool can know. The point is to understand."
DON'T BE THAT FOOL! UNDERSTAND the simple truth of business. There's ALWAYS demand, there's ALWAYS supply, and they're waiting for YOU. Find them, connect them, and that's MONEY IN. From there, getting ATTENTION is a breeze. Pay an influencer, start an ad campaign, you name it.
Sure, it takes a dose of smarts and creativity to play the elements into a harmonious symphony. But let me tell you this: EVERYONE can play their own tune that gets rewarded with the sweet sound of cash clinking.
OPEN YOUR EYES! Understand that business and money are EVERYWHERE. At the restaurant, at the party, even when you're scrolling TikTok.
Business is an ART, and like any art, it takes practice. It's a symphony that needs its conductor. And just like any skill, it CAN BE CONQUERED.
This world we live in is FULL of challenges. But every challenge is an opportunity. Look at the gym - anyone who hits it with dedication and good flow can sculpt a great body, no matter how skinny or fat they start out.
BUSINESS IS THE SAME. So get out there, face those challenges, POUND the pavement, SWEAT the small stuff, GRIND till you reach the top. This is YOUR game to win, and the world is your arena. Now, MAKE IT HAPPEN
WAKE UP, PEOPLE! This is your BLUEPRINT to business. This is your foundation, your starting point to build an EMPIRE. Yeah, it'll always be a challenge, but the BIGGEST challenge? It's starting a business and wasting time on things that just DON'T MATTER.
FOCUS on these 4 keys when you're starting your journey. If you're already knee-deep and things aren't looking up, TAKE A STEP BACK. Look at your business through the lens of these 4 keys. What are you neglecting?
Now, I'm not just here to dish out advice and leave you hanging. I'm here to HELP. If you're struggling with your business or figuring out how to work these keys, I'm OPEN for discussion and ready to assist.
But let's get one thing straight: I'm here for those who are SERIOUS. For those ready to CHANGE THEIR LIVES, learn the art of business, and willing to put in the HARD WORK and GRIT to make it happen.
Are you one of them? If you are, then let's get down to business and MAKE. THINGS. HAPPEN!

Apologies if someone else has stated this before, but thinking back on it, the kids all thought they were the next Logan, but they were really all Carolines. The key aspect being they, unlike Caroline, never understood their actual place in the system.
They, like her, were born into wealth and their greatest assets were their name and their proximity to Logan. They were each the American equivalent of the British Aristocracy and, beyond the fact they were, like Caroline, involved in Waystar solely by family ties and as shareholders, again due solely to being his family. Their wealth and status was assigned at birth and all they ever tried to use it for was to maintain their lot and try to win ownership of it, never to grow something. I don't think he ever, seriously, considered them for his succession beyond a certain point.
Yes, Logan did contemplate each of them at some point, but I think we all agree that this was wishful thinking on his part. He wanted to be able to hand over Waystar to his kids, he wanted to keep it going, but he knew none of them were him, none knew how to build something, make their own pile. Instead he saw the best for them was to sell up and make them richer still.
The only time Logan seemed to respect all of them at the same time, even a little, was the play for Pierce, but even that was fleeting as they could only do so with his money (via their shares) and, they were played in overpaying for it. His money powered it, but they were still not nearly as capable of welding it as he was.
For all of his emotional failings, no one whom he loved was ever left out in the cold financially - Ewan, Caroline, the 4 kids, Greg, even those he fired from the top on the company usually got big payouts. To him, a lot of love was about financial security for people.
In the same way he wanted Caroline for her British Aristocracy background, he wanted his kids to have that background in life of being something he wasn't - raised in comfort, but I think he knew it made them weak and spoilt.
He wanted, and kept trying for them to show enough to take the reigns but they never knew anything but the best of things in life and being born between 3rd and home plate, so he struggled to relate. They were like her, not him.
I think Caroline made the point a few times throughout that they should live free of the company, they have the money, they can do anything. She never said it out loud, but I think she knew that they, just like her, had roles to play in this world via their connections and wealth, but she saw first hand that a Logan only comes along every few million people, to think that purely being his spawn was enough was a folly and they could never be him. Instead they were simply 3 more of her - people living in the lap of luxury purely on the basis of being in his orbit. But they never grapsed that.
I believe it was perfectly summed up with Peter's shockingly poor attempt at trying to coerce them for seed money in a dodgy business opportunity under the pretense of wanting to also spend time with them. She has more than enough to get by on, she knows Peter, like Tom (and in social term, Logan) all use the wealthy to climb where they can, but she is fine with it because that's just what happens, provided they bring some happiness to your life, enjoy it.

I'm currently contemplating cutting my parents off for a bit and I'm struggling with the guilt I'm feeling around doing it.
Gonna give background bc reddit is anonymous so buckle up:
I was sexually abused by my older sibling from the ages of 10-12. It stopped because at 12 I told my mum, not really understanding what was happening, but knowing it shouldn't be.
My parents gave me a choice then about what I wanted to do: go to the police or have us both go to therapy and move on. I honestly didn't understand why they were both so upset at the time and I didn't want anyone to get in trouble so I said the therapy option. We both had 2 sessions and it wasn't mentioned again for several years.
I never processed what happened to me as a child or how I felt in that, I managed to push down the memories with self harming and pinching myself, to the point I don't have a clear recollection of those 2 years of my life anymore. I refused to acknowledge it to my friends and it was never mentioned within the family until I was 16.
The only reason I mentioned it at 16 was because I had a meltdown after hearing my brother playing his guitar really loudly, by that point I had developed musical "hallucinations" of faint guitar playing even when he wasn't there which I now understand to be flashbacks. I went in and told him to turn it down as I was becoming increasingly agitated (I also have autism & ADHD) he laughed at me and told me to fuck off. Usually this happens and I'd just leave, but for some reason in that moment I flipped out and started screaming that he ruined my life and he just laughed and I lost it, I tried to strangle him with his guitar whilst screaming that I hate him until my dad came in and physically dragged me off him, taking me outside. I was inconsolable and asked my parents to kick him out, they obviously said no, so I left to go stay with friends. This was the first time we acknowledged this in 4 years.
Once I had let this out I confided in my CAMHS (child mental health) worker about the trauma, the musical hallucinations, the self harm and the fact I wanted to not live. She got me in touch with social and then youth services to help me find somewhere else to live.
My parents were annoyed by this decision of me to leave, but refused to have my brother to move out, so I was placed into a homeless hostel for my own protection and peace of mind. They maintain to this day that I was never kicked out and chose to leave off my own accord.
I stayed there for about 4 months, it was a horrible dangerous place for a 16 year old quiet nerdy kid, I quickly grew hostile and developed a drug problem for a while. Then my brother moved out so I returned home to live with my parents.
Around this time my mother's alcoholism, pill dependencies and mental health issues also really began to intensify, but I did end up staying there for just shy of 2 years. I was no longer the sweet top of class nerdy kid and was now a college dropout, with severe depression. My mum would routinely scream abuse at me whilst blackout drunk also. Still I was determined to fix things so at 18 I re-enrolled in college to finally get my A Levels despite my dad's anger about this (he wanted me to work and pay rent) and I stopped using the drugs I was on. Life was starting to slowly get back on track.
Until about 2 months later, a week or so after I turned 19 when my parents informed me my brother had fucked up his life again and was moving home in 4 days.
I pled and protested with my parents that 4 days does not give me time to find somewhere else to live, they got angry at me for dredging up the past and being unfair on them and my sibling. My sibling also sent me abusive messages calling me names because I was making them feel bad.
So with no other real choice I found myself homeless and sofa surfing, sleeping with guys for places to stay etc, until I made it up the waitlist for the local YMCA hostel. My mates that I stayed with for most of it lived over 20 miles away so I was unable to get to college and flunked my A levels. I was kicked out of college shortly after I moved into the YMCA.
My family eventually "forgave" me for my behaviour and got back on speaking terms. All the while I'm living in hostels & unsafe situations. The next 5 or so years are a traumatic mess to be honest, I ended up an alchoholic with multiple suicide attempts, so much trauma, an eating disorder, further traumas and assaults by the unsafe people I lived with and an apathetic attitude towards living. My mother also was a big drain on me over that time, exhibited narcissistic behaviours, triggered me with food and on one holiday scratched herself up and tried to convince me I did it while she was drunk, I actually did cut her off for 3 months after this till we both got sober, but reconnected with her due to pressure from my dad.
Eventually in 2021 when I was 25, after a pretty serious suicide attempt and psychiatric admission I realised I was an alcoholic and joined AA and there I started to get well, for the first time in my life.
AA really saved me from myself and helped me get my life back on track, at this point I had my own place and a decent job and started trying to make something of myself and be a better person, which has been working well, but the one thing I never addressed in any of that was the trauma.
I still had to see my brother throughout the years due to parental pressure and as such had sort of siphoned off my trauma and had a disconnect to it and I thought that was working.
Unfortunately earlier this year I spiralled into a major depressive episode, I remained sober, but even the best of programs couldn't hold the suicidal ideation at bay. I ended up in a psych ward this time for 5 weeks. It was terrifying to be in a place where my life was on track, yet I still felt so disgusting and hopeless I didn't want to live. Although I still wasn't fully ready to admit that my trauma is what brought me that point. Despite daily flashbacks, self harming behaviours and nightmares of the abuse where I was at fault. I had it so compartmentalised and was keen to look for any other cause other than that.
My dad came to visit me after I'd been there about 2 weeks and informed me that my brother isn't doing well and I need to make more of an effort to see him. For the first time in my life I attempted to put a boundary in place and said that actually I don't think I should be seeing him ever again. Dad asked me "Is this because of the stuff that happened when you were kids?" And I responded "Do you mean the reason I keep ending up in places like this, no matter what I do?" And that was the first time I ever verbally acknowledged that this trauma was at the route of everything.
We spoke at length for several hours, my dad explaining that they always chose him because I'm capable while my sibling is a fuck up. I said I'm not coping. I'm literally in a psych ward? He said that he put me on a life raft while he helped my sibling and I said you didn't put me on a life raft, I went to a fucking YMCA. After that he heard me for the first time and semi acknowledged that they'd made some wrong moves and said he'd speak to mum about what to do moving forward so I don't have to see my brother again and can finally unpack this immense trauma in therapy.
That conversation opened the flood gates while I was in hospital and I was diagnosed by my psychiatrist with Complex-PTSD and assigned a trauma therapist. I was absolutely broken having finally admitted the guilt and shame I've felt my whole life, but at the same time felt some hope, that I can finally move on.
Until a week or so later when I spoke to my mum and mentioned the conversation with my dad, she said he had never spoken to her. She seemed uncomfortable and bored when I spoke about uow it has affected me and asked how it would make my sibling feel if I stopped seeing him. When I relayed it explaining how dad finally started to acknowledge how difficult it has been when they chose my brother over me, she stopped me and angrily/defensively stated "I have to stop you there. I person have NEVER chosen anyone over anyone." At this point I shut down. I ended the call and fell into a deeper depression hole that the nurses took weeks to pull me out of.
A few days before my release I saw my dad and I brought up the situation asking what's happening with it and he and mum had any conclusions around me not having to see sibling and he snapped and dismissively said "What do you expect me to do about it? I think the best thing is if you just move on and not dwell on stuff." Again I shut down and once again the batton was passed back to me to hold.
See that's what I've been doing my entire life. Carrying it so my family don't get upset, excusing my parents, excusing my sibling, justifying them. I've carried this burden, the blame, the self hatred and it's nearly killed me so many times. I just don't want to do it anymore. To carry it for them.
I got out 3 weeks ago and have slowly been returning to life, my parents barely contacted me for a week after I got out and I was supposed to be putting inplace boundaries, but felt too bad/missed them too much. They haven't asked how I am or how I'm feeling, because they don't want my answer. My mum ended up booking this weekend away just the two of us, but I ended up feeling this overwhelming sense that I shouldn't be going away with her, especially whilst I'm barely well again and I said I'm not ready for an overnight. Naturally I've got the usual silent treatment from her. I just feel so guilty, but again it's brought up all of this.
It's like my gut is screaming at me CUT THEM OFF, but I'm scared and I love them, even if they are toxic. I'm hesitant to unpick in therapy and scared I'm just going to go back to denial. Every person I've spoken to has suggested I cut them off for at least a few months, just while I focus on therapy and finally processing the trauma. I'm just so scared to do this. I want my parents around and I want them to love me, but they just can't do that in the way I need and I'm really scared of hurting them.
At the same time I know I NEED to put myself first and work through this, I think I need to let go with love, just for a bit.
Sorry this ended up being miles longer than expected, if anyone's read to the end of this misery, do you have any advice or words of encouragement, or alternatively if I'm being unreasonable please let me know. I just want to get this right, because right now I'm just sick of hurting.

Need suggestions for long-term game for my friends and I.
Hello all, this is somewhat of a long post but trying to solve a dilemma in my closest group of friends (3 guys with families and kids). I wanted to ask for recommendations for a cooperative game that fits the following criteria:

1. We can individually progress at our own pace.
   
2. We can share success with each other, i.e. the ability to share gear, resources, etc.
   
3. Require us to work cooperatively to accomplish massive in-game goals.
   

Also, specific quirks of the 3 individuals involved:
Person 1 - doesn’t like vertical progression
Person 2 - doesn’t like being forcibly progressed and likes to earn things generally on his own right, but is ok with sharing resources
Person 3 - somewhat inconsistent with time available and will typically disappear the minute any sort of family situation pops up.
We’re aware of big name titles, like WoW, New World, FFXIV, Baldurs Gate, Diablo IV and even more niche ones like Star Citizen, Mortal Online II, and Albion Online. Just want to see what else is out there that people have found work really well for a group of friends that have limited time for gaming together and want to fill that space with meaningful experiences. Thanks all!

Are there any games similar to sections like the RPD in RE2 or Castle Dimitrescu in RE8? I’ve recently been through RE8 and was left reminded and craving my favorite part of the games for me, big building solving puzzles and backtracking to progress further through while under threat. I’m not sure if this type of game has a name but I want to play more if it’s out there.

Hello, I've been working towards this cartoon project for 7 years now and am really determined to bring it to fruition. I can't really animate much, but I wanna just start at the beginning rather than think of the big picture. However, it will be a big task, I'd want to hire someone to do a full animated pilot (20 minutes minimum, half an hour max) and I'm not even sure if this is too big of an ask, or where to find anyone or a small group of people willing to put this time and effort in. If anyones interested though, in either the aspect of the main animation, creating the backgrounds, putting the animation together, a mix of these or all of them, please let me know what your price for this project will be, and if you have the time and want to continue with this project if I'm able to continue it or if you're just interested in helping with just the pilot, let me know your price for a project this big and leave your contact details or a way I can see your work, or just shoot me a DM. I don't have a budget as I am extremely determined to start this passion project. The storyboards and script will be provided, the art style is just a simple cartoon artstyle (simplistic bodies with slightly disproportionate head size to the body, think Bratz or The Owl House) and there is room for change depending on your style. It will be digital traditional and 2D) I'm happy to provide images of characters or any information you may want. Thank you. (This post got removed because of me not stating a budget since I don't have one, so I'm just going to write £1000 to get it approved)

Need suggestions for long-term game for my friends and I.
Hello all, this is somewhat of a long post but trying to solve a dilemma in my closest group of friends (3 guys with families and kids). I wanted to ask for recommendations for a cooperative game that fits the following criteria:

1. We can individually progress at our own pace.
   
2. We can share success with each other, i.e. the ability to share gear, resources, etc.
   
3. Require us to work cooperatively to accomplish massive in-game goals.
   

Also, specific quirks of the 3 individuals involved:
Person 1 - doesn’t like vertical progression
Person 2 - doesn’t like being forcibly progressed and likes to earn things generally on his own right, but is ok with sharing resources
Person 3 - somewhat inconsistent with time available and will typically disappear the minute any sort of family situation pops up.
We’re aware of big name titles, like WoW, New World, FFXIV, Baldurs Gate, Diablo IV and even more niche ones like Star Citizen, Mortal Online II, and Albion Online. Just want to see what else is out there that people have found work really well for a group of friends that have limited time for gaming together and want to fill that space with meaningful experiences. Thanks all!

I've been fighting over whether I present more qualities of the eight or the one over the past while. Figured I'd fill out this questionnaire I saw circulating over the past few weeks for a post like this. You don't have to read through all of this since I already know that it's absurdly long.
• What’s your biggest fear?
Loss of autonomy is probably the single biggest thing. I value my freedom and independence immensely. The ability to live my life as I choose to and make my own mistakes, no matter how good or bad things turn out, is critical to me.
• What’s your biggest desire?
Ideally, in thirty years, I'll be in a secure enough position where working is a choice for me. I'd love to become financially independent through the combination of a high-paying career and long-term investments over the next several decades. To a point where I could simply retire whenever I choose to, and be free to live in any way that I desire.
• What are you ‘’the best’’ at?
"Organization" is the word that comes to mind. A good example being a particularly bad day at work a few weeks back where the owners were out of town, the assistant manager was on vacation, and the only other top level person had to leave due to a doctor's appointment. It was one of the busiest days of the year, and we knew it, and circumstances made it even more chaotic than it would've already been with the massive workload we had ahead of us.
Taking the initiative, I pulled people from several different departments - including both other managers who had many more years of experience and people I'd never spoken to before, and got them all assigned to positions to handle elements of the work without fear or apprehension. Turning what would've been a disastrous eight hours of work into less than four. When corresponding with the only person directly connected to the owners after we were done, I explained what I'd done and how I'd organized everyone, and they asked "You're not done already are you?", and then proceeded to look over all the completed work and just said "Holy shit." when they realized how quickly I'd managed to get everyone to finish the workload and get it done well.
For reference, with the cognitive functions, I'm not sure if I have high levels of Te or Se. On the one hand I like work to be organized and efficient, and have been told I have an authoritative presence, but I'm also exceptionally adaptable to changing circumstances and also get a genuine thrill and adrenaline rush from taking control and having others follow my lead.
• How do you see yourself right now?
Getting my first steps out into my career field. Enjoying my life at the moment. Well on my way to my long-term goals at this point, just need to stay the course since I've historically had issues focusing on any particular interest for long periods of time in favor of whatever is exciting or otherwise interesting to me at any given time.
• How do you see yourself 5 years from now?
Making over a 100k, getting started at a large company after making a leap up in the next few years. I have no doubts about my ability to do this, no matter what it takes. I'll note that a particular quote I've become fond of in recent years is the following:
"Whether you believe that you can, or that you can't, you are right."
• How do you express yourself?
I'd say this is done in two ways, mainly through visual means. The first is with my style. I've always been conscious of the clothing I wear and the like. I believe that I look good from a physical standpoint, to the point of sometimes looking in the mirror and feeling - "Damn, I look good today." - but I will make sure that my skin is clear and that my hair co-operates with me. I like to look composed and professional at work because it feels good to me, where my appearance reflects what I feel on the inside.
The other is through writing. I've been told I have a 'visceral' style, and I do get some relief from expressing a lot of my feelings into writing (especially anger), whether it's shared with others or kept to myself. I also would love to pick up a martial art as an avenue to vent my anger in a healthy way, and also to test myself since I used to love fighting with my friends for fun to see who was the strongest. (Other things that help me when I need to decompress are cooking/eating, exercise itself, and sex).
• How do you feel about those near you (family, friends)?
I don't, generally. While I care for others, I'm consciously egocentric. I pretty much never think about anyone else if we're not in the same room together, no matter how close they might be, when considering my future or even my actions in the present. They aren't in my thoughts at all. I'm consciously egocentric, and honestly I'm kind of proud to be so.
A good example here is that, when I went to college, I pretty much never contacted or called my family and didn't care to. Not that I was ungrateful for their support, but I had no interest in maintaining any sort of relationship with them. No bad feelings, just an absence of interest or feeling of obligation to them.
• How do you feel about strangers?
Again, I don't really think about anyone other than myself 99% of the time and refuse to have it any other way. However, this doesn't mean I'm rude to others. I'm always polite with most people and honestly surprised myself at how well I handle customer service issues because of how uninterested I am in most people.
Capping off my thoughts about other people - I never plan on having children, or even a long-term romantic partner. The most I'd ever want is a few friends with benefits. Otherwise I'm generally happier when I'm alone. I find the concept of loyalty, of having an obligation to anyone other than one's self, to be funny.
Worth noting that a trigger for my anger is when other people are hurt by the actions of others. When people - whether through stupidity, willful ignorance, or uncompromising idealism - cause harm to others for no good reason. The expected consequences of acting out on that anger, namely losing my job and/or going to prison, are the only things that stop me. In that regard, I believe that people are free to pursue their own lives and their own individual ideas of happiness in whatever way they see fit, so long as they do not cause harm to others.
• How do you view change/uncertainty?
Depends upon the circumstances. On an average day, I might be irritated by an unexpected change - expressing it in some way usually, but quickly adapting and deciding what to do about it.
If I'm on my own time, chances are if someone tells me to do something and I don't want to, I'll say - "I don't think I will" or "No, I'd rather not."- I also might snap at people with a "What?" that tells them immediately that I'm not happy about the interruption.
At work, I'll process the situation, make sure everyone is on the same page, and get to work. If I'm actually angry about it, I'll hold it in until I get to my vehicle in the parking lot and yell about it to myself to let out that frustration.
In the case of the latter - I actually find most challenges or unexpected hurdles funny. With that work example from a few weeks back mentioned above, while everyone else was irritated or talking about how bad it was going to be, I found the whole situation hilarious and laughed about it before getting everyone into their proper places and moving forward.
I'll also note the fact that I frequently flip between new interests. I can become deeply engrossed in something new for a day to a week or so before moving onto something else once the feeling dies down. Even in my day-to-day life, you can see this with me leaping from focus to focus, task to task, completely forgetting about what I was just doing to focus on whatever is in front of me (or on my mind) at the moment. In other words, I'm essentially driven to pursue whatever I find interesting, exciting, and/or engaging to me on any given day. One of the few optimistic things I have to say about life is that I'm always looking forward to all the new things that the future will bring, and I'll always have plenty of other things to return to to keep me occupied during down periods where nothing new is grabbing my attention.
• How do you make decisions?
In my day-to-day life, I'm mostly motivated by my mood, energy, and interests for the day. While I possess long-term goals, I tend to need to remind myself of them when making decisions (e.g. I try to save about 1k a month and need to remind myself not to spend too much on things like food or clothing that I'd like to have. To that end, there's often a conflict between the things I really want and the reality of how much they'd cost me, always having to reason with myself that it's not worth it.
Long-term, I only think about material concerns for the most part. What kind of house do I want, what vehicle, do I want to own rental properties, how much money will I need to be independently wealthy, and so on. I don't see my lifestyle changing much overall (e.g. internet for entertainment, working out regularly, listening to a lot of music, and so on) since I don't see the point in a lot of luxury items or expensive things beyond personal gratification.
• How do you solve logical problems?
I tend to be pretty decent at them. Growing up I'd question why things were the way that they were, and I'd like to think I'm pretty decent at noticing when someone's arguments and/or positions on an issue aren't lining up.
I tend to believe that everything in life has a logical and grounded explanation, believing that there's nothing else that exists beyond the physical world as we know it - governed by the laws of physics.
• How do you deal with your emotions?
Kind of a weird question. I tend to go through them pretty quickly. I will remember feelings long into the future, especially if someone pisses me off, but in the moment they tend to pass as I focus on other things that are more important.
With the four temperaments, I'd be inclined to say that I'm either Choleric-Melancholic or Choleric [Dominant].
• What drives you in life? What do you look for?
I'd say that my search for true independence from the world is probably the defining motivation in my life.
To that end, my dedication to work is a means to an end. The excitement I get from it only comes with knowing that I'm taking charge and making myself stand out so that I can make more money and gain more leverage over my employers. Wanting to eventually secure a high-paying position with a substantial annual bonus at a major corporation one day, keep at it for a couple decades, and then withdraw from the world entirely as I make continuous passive income from long-term high-yield dividend investments.
By my estimates, I should be able to have around $4,000,000 by the age of fifty, and be reaping an annual dividend income of about $65k or more from those investments. With that value only going up year-over-year based on the average returns for the past forty years for the index funds I follow. Making it so I always match, or exceed, the level of inflation and never have too little given my fairly minimalist lifestyle.
• What do you hope to accomplish in your life?
Accomplishment is relatively irrelevant to me. I don't really give a damn about prestige or anything like that. With work and the like, my motivations are pretty much entirely internal, as described in the previous response. All that I really care about is becoming financially independent so that I'm free to do whatever I want without worrying about money ever again.
• What do you hope to avoid doing or being?
One thing I'll admit is that I often feel obligated to do certain things under the right circumstances. Going back to that example about my organization skills from a few weeks back, I felt obligated to thank everyone for their help as I'd have felt guilty if I didn't make sure that they knew that their contributions were appreciated. In that regard, I don't want to be seen as someone who takes the help of others for granted, or who takes advantage of people's kindness.
I also never want to be weak. For me that comes with always standing my ground on what I want, refusing to give into the wants of others if they conflict with my own, and not really giving a damn about what people think about me as a person as long as they don't get in the way of my goals. This also applies with me liking what I like, and not letting the opinions of others influence me on the matter - as I said to someone recently here on Reddit - "I'm not stating my opinion as objective fact. It's simply my preference on the matter. You don't have to agree with me, and I'm not going to change my mind."
• How do you want others to see you? How do you see yourself?
A Dominant Force that is not to be taken lightly, more or less. I revel and excel in leadership positions, and am the one who takes charge of a bad situation to get people calmed down and organized.
In my own mind, while I do know that I'm just one person in reality, in truth I believe that I can accomplish anything that I set my mind to and that there's not a goddamn thing anyone can do about it to stop me. I will get what I want if I want it badly enough, and I will use whatever means are necessary to do so.
This is bolstered not only by my huge ego and self-confidence bordering on arrogance, but also the fact that anytime I commit to something people are blown away by how quick I get things done. As some of my more intimate partners described over the years - I can be "overwhelming" and "dangerous" when motivated because I will keep pushing until I've gotten exactly what I wanted.
• Describe how you experience each of: a) Anger; b) Shame; c) Anxiety
a) - Anger has been a prevelent emotion in my life since I was a kid. I physically fought with my parents to avoid going to school as a young kid, became angry at the world as a teenager when I began learning about all the terrible things that had happened throughout history, and to this day I still struggle with an intense gut reaction to tear into people who do stupid or willfully ignorant things to the detriment of other people. I've internally described this as feeling like a caged animal sometimes, trapped by the laws and expectations of modern society. In particular difficult situations, I can feel like I'm about to explode if I don't walk away. I also can use it productively as well. I remember getting frustrated with my family and people at my first job when they'd incessantly complain about something that had an easy fix, but they'd never do it. It'd get to a point where I used to tell them - "If it bothers you so much, then do something about it."
b) - I feel almost no shame, really. More times than I can remember, people have told me that their first impression of me is that I'm confident. Even if people called me out on some of my behavior, my gut response is "Yeah, and?" - I'm proud of who I am, and wouldn't want to be anyone else. To this end, it's also worth noting that despite my care for others, I would never put the wants or needs of others before my own. This is also why people tend to follow my lead on things, because I've been told I'm a natural leader and that I have a 'strong personality' more times than I care to count - and I'm all too glad to embrace that and run with it. This is also a key reason why my strongest trait on the Big Five test is "Egocentric" at 88%
c) - I pretty much never experience anxiety in my day-to-day life beyond concerns for making sure my work is done properly and that I have enough time to do the things I want to do in the day. I've only had two dark periods in my life where I was overcome with anxiety. That is to say when my normally confident, strong, and authoritative personality gives way to feeling hopeless and stuck.
There is also that feeling of guilt if I don't act in a way that I feel that I should on the inside, and also feeling stupid for making simple mistakes.
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It's important to note everything about the confidence and egotism here is almost entirely internal. While it leaks through publicly in the fact that I tend to smirk more than I smile, and the fact that people regularly tell me how much of a presence I have and how confident I seem to be, I'm normally pretty quiet and unexpressive. I'm known for being pretty serious and I pretty much never joke with people i.e. I feel awkward trying to joke with others, even through text, and the most you'll get out of me is an observation that I find funny or a bit of sarcasm. This serious nature is largely why people tell me I have a very intense presence about me when motivated, and why I've been told my writing is 'visceral'.
As a side note - I am certain that I'm not any of the following types:

• 9 - As I have no guilt or shame related to anger or asserting myself. While I will force myself to walk away from doing something I might regret if sufficiently angered, I will still make my feelings known either through a glare or through a curt response.
• 2 - As I'd never put the needs of others before my own, and don't believe I have any obligations to anyone other than myself. Historically, this is easily the type I score the lowest on.
• 3 - As it's impossible for me to try to be someone that I'm not; I have to be authentic to myself and feel completly wrong if I try. Accomplishment and social status are also fairly inconsequential to me for the most part. I like having leverage that I can use to my advantage, but couldn't give less of a fuck if you don't like me.
• 4 - As I don't need to feel unique and I don't feel down that often.

Type Eight appeals to me the most, but I feel like I lack the sense of vulnerability although I can see it more after writing out that part about not wanting to be weak or dependent. As well as the fact I like to use leverage to put myself in a strong position to get what I want out of a negotiation. Though I lack the heavy extroversion associated with the eight. Being more socially introverted, albeit being considered charismatic when actually engaging with other people for any particular purpose. I also have a more laid back and relaxed attitude generally rather than being aggressive all the time. The way I've put this before is being "casually confident". As well as the fact that I would prefer 90% of my time in bed, relaxing and just watching videos, listening to music, enjoying some peace and quiet after a long day despite the genuine excitement and thrills I get from taking charge of others. I could simply be a more relaxed e-Dom, but I'm not too sure about that.
Type One grabs me because of the reactive nature of becoming angry when others cause harm to others through stupidity or willful ignorance. As well as that feeling of guilt for making stupid mistakes (i.e. wanting things to be done properly and in an organized manner) and with me being a loner most of the time. Though I lack the concern for being "right" and simply pursue whatever I want to without much concern.
In essence, it boils down to a conflict between my internally self-indulgent nature, combined with my ego and immense self-confidence that I truly can do whatever the fuck I want to in this life and no one can stop me, contrasted with being outwardly stoic and quiet, concerned with persevering through all things and making sure things are done properly. As well as primarily being concerned with simply relaxing and being able to do whatever I want in my free time without interference or interruption.
Also would be interested to hear your thoughts on my MBTI type as well.
Worth noting that I know for a fact that I'm social-blind on the instincts, just unsure if I'm sp/sx or sx/sp.

Argonians: 🍅

• Mysterious hivemind lizards who one day decided they were all going to simultaneously zerg rush Morrowind and kill everyone. Badass. Also Argonian tiddies do something to me.

Imperials: 🦠

• Smug cowards who only care about other Imperials. They'd sell out an entire province and sacrifice thousands of lives to save a handful of Imperial soldiers, and they have done this on multiple occasions. Every new Elder Scrolls game completely retcons their lore, so the history of Cyrodiil is an incomprehensible mess that flipflops between schizophrenic Kirkbride bullshit and bland-ass generic fantasy.

Khajiit: 🍅

• A race of cat men who steal everything that isn't nailed down and smoke crack as their religion. Hilarious. Plus Khajiit caravans in Skyrim are aesthetic as hell. "The warm sands of Elsweyr are far away from here." Good line, makes you feel wistful.

Redguards: 🦠

• They live in the desert. That's it. That's their entire lore. Nobody wants to add onto it because nobody wants to be the one to say anything about fantasy black people. Thank god for Kirkbride and his junkie ass saying shit like "They worship a guy named Big Papa and they act like Naruto and they have nukes and they're scared of ghosts," otherwise they'd be the second-most boring race on Tamriel.

Bretons: 🦠

• The most boring race on Tamriel. Just a generic-ass fantasy kingdom with castles and knights and shit. Every other race takes the generic fantasy tropes and twists them around to make them unique. Not Bretons. A renaissance faire has more unique flavor than High Rock does.

Dunmer: 🍅

• Genuinely unique. Gray-skinned elves who live in a bizarre, alien country with giant mushroom towers and ash storms and ziggurats and crabshell houses. Slavery is rampant and everyone's racist. Their god lives in a big house in the middle of town and he wrote his own Bible. Kirkbride says all sorts of crazy, pseudointellectual, cringy, annoying shit, but we accept all of that as fact, because Kirkbride made Morrowind, so he is forever great in my book.

Nords: 🍅

• They came from the Far North, and conquered a third of the continent, exterminating entire races and building a massive empire that they ruled for thousands of years. They worshiped the dragons, then they were enslaved by them, then they exterminated the dragons just like they killed the elves. They wrote great songs and built mighty temples. They learned the Thu'um from Kyne and could destroy armies with one breath. The landscape of Skyrim is so densely populated with Nordic ruins that First-Era Skyrim must have been one massive city reaching from the Druadach to the Velothi. Then something cataclysmic happened, and now they're just shitty Vikings living in crumbling forts.

Altmer: 🍅

• I know they're Nazis, but they're tall and they have big boobs and the generic Altmer female voice turns me on for some reason. The male ones are really hot too. Ryan Gosling would be an Altmer.

Bosmer: 🦠

• Bosmer are lame as shit. The lore has one neat concept (they love the forest so much that they only eat meat), but it doesn't actually come up ingame. Every game just has a handful of Bosmer NPC's, and they're just generic elves, and it wouldn't make a difference if you changed them to Redguards or Dunmer or Nords. Bosmer Bussy is a forced meme that has no basis in reality, because Bosmer males just look like this.

Orsimer: 🦠

• I really want to like Orcs because they live in shtetls, and also the snu snu, but god damn they're boring. Orc NPC's have like two lines of dialogue. They wear heavy ugly armor, and they act like Klingons, just like everyone else's Orcs. Yawn. The only thing different about them is their poop-themed creation story, which actually makes them worse than everyone else's Orcs.

Need suggestions for long-term game for my friends and I.
Hello all, this is somewhat of a long post but trying to solve a dilemma in my closest group of friends (3 guys with families and kids). I wanted to ask for recommendations for a cooperative game that fits the following criteria:

1. We can individually progress at our own pace.
   
2. We can share success with each other, i.e. the ability to share gear, resources, etc.
   
3. Require us to work cooperatively to accomplish massive in-game goals.
   

Also, specific quirks of the 3 individuals involved:
Person 1 - doesn’t like vertical progression
Person 2 - doesn’t like being forcibly progressed and likes to earn things generally on his own right, but is ok with sharing resources
Person 3 - somewhat inconsistent with time available and will typically disappear the minute any sort of family situation pops up.
We’re aware of big name titles, like WoW, New World, FFXIV, Baldurs Gate, Diablo IV and even more niche ones like Star Citizen, Mortal Online II, and Albion Online. Just want to see what else is out there that people have found work really well for a group of friends that have limited time for gaming together and want to fill that space with meaningful experiences. Thanks all!

I feel sick of EA's shoddy practices and making their new "grunge" kit look nothing like grunge, and the lack of gameplay or interesting stories in The Sims 4.
For me, my ideal life-sim game style would be like Stardew if farming wasn't the aspect of the game. Pixel art style, immersive characters with secrets, while focusing on your needs and goals and then I remembered how there's so many hidden gems and coals with game companies trying to be bigger than The Sims long ago.
I thought it would be a good idea to discuss other gems or not so well known Life Sim games that seems fun to us, what was almost lost media, and to cherish our nostalgia. I don't mean Tamagotchi-like games. I mean like actually building relationships, completing goals kind of life-sim games.
We already know games such as Singles: Flirt up your life and Playboy Mansion. They've been played by popular Youtubers already.
I remembered back in the 2000s before smartphones were a huge thing. Gameloft used to make the "Nights" series that runs on Java, and your goal is to become a famous rich celebrity in town, while still maintaining your needs, work, and romancing people. Sad that it never got big. They've also released "Miami Nights" on the Nintendo DS.
So far the "Nights" series includes: Miami Nights (Most well known out of the others), New York Nights, Las Vegas Nights, Tokyo City Nights, and Paris Nights.
While not the "Nights" series, they've released High School Hookups and My Life in New York as story life-sim games too.
Then while I was browsing around for other alternative games, there was an Italian gameboy-like console named "My Life" by Giochi Preziosi. This seems more targeted towards very young girls and unfortunately there's not many information of this. It still seems fascinating though. If anyone had one of these before, do share your experiences!
That's all of the Story-driven life sim games I'm familiar though. Moving on, there's heavily Sims 1 inspired games. Not very story driven but if you miss the old classic vibes, then I've found The Ponies and TinyLife (which everyone already knew so far)
Tinylife is made by an indie developer and is available tk play on Steam. I guess it's like Sims 1 but in a much more simplistic style, BUT you can change family relationships, walk around in an open world environment, and set their favourites.
The Ponies is an ongoing project and I've used to watch their fan animations as a kid, but I feel like this only caters to Bronies or My Little Pony enthusiasts. This project is heavily inspired by My Little Pony's art style. It's not free to play yet but they have progress pictures and do updates on their blog from time to time, and they are looking to hire more people on their team! The gameplay and UI are similar to Sims 1. I think that's all I could say about it.
So yeah, these are the kind of "underground" life-sim games I've known so far? If anyone else here could provide their experiences and discoveries, do comment below!

Autistic's "caregivers received $5,000 per month...charged with false imprisonment, abuse or neglect and failure to report...pneumonia, wounds across her body, bedsores and ulcers. She was also in septic shock due to infection and suffered cardiac arrest." https://uinterview.com/news/caregivers-who-allegedly-tortured-autistic-woman-to-death-were-paid-250000-by-new-mexico-to-care-for-he
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"common medications that can trigger depression...Beta blockers...birth control...Levodopa or Sinemet CR are used to treat Parkinson's...Corticosteroids...Stimulants." https://m.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-744470
​
"Certified Peer Support (CPS) specialists to do the outreach. At this point, the INSET model in Westchester County, NY may be the only fully functioning program. They currently have 4 CPS assisting 20 individuals each...But it is not, I repeat not, a relationship of the CPS telling an individual what they have to do or choose." https://mhpolicy.org/finding-a-better-way/
​
Palestinian doctor in ireland, "patient’s (Qatari) father had “cried and cried and cried”...A psychiatric assessment would take a minimum of between 50 and 60 minutes." Why did suffolk county court blindly believe dr. hsiesh who didn't let me speak and met for less than 5 minutes? https://www.irishtimes.com/health/2023/05/29/doctor-denies-acting-as-representative-of-the-qatari-embassy-to-treat-psychiatric-patient/
​
texas baptist licensed professional counselor, "Pray about it...take it to God, and then take it to people who you know, and trust...Jesus being perfect but not flawless as a sinless human and the need for a community to battle isolation." https://www.denisonforum.org/biblical-living/podcast/mental-health-psychology-and-faith-a-conversation-with-chris-legg-lpc/
​
Pastor Randy Reid, Clanton First Assembly of God, "mass shootings in America is not a mental illness problem, it’s a spiritual problem." https://www.clantonadvertiser.com/2023/05/29/column-its-not-just-mental-illness/
​
new york city mayor, "Adams unwittingly implies that the Nazi response to schizophrenics is acceptable: murder them...poverty as proof of dangerous and savage psychosis." https://www.citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/important-reads/27013-the-death-penalty-for-homelessness CBS video on 176,000 calls per year. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/jordan-neely-death-mental-health-crisis-new-york-city/
​
Ineffective addiction treatment $24 billion by 2030, more than 20 million Americans. Global behavioural health market $128 billion. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/05/30/2678490/0/en/Addiction-Treatment-Market-Size-Worth-USD-24-3-Billion-by-2030-at-9-2-CAGR-Report-by-Market-Research-Future-MRFR.html https://www.pharmiweb.com/press-release/2023-05-30/behavioural-health-market-to-attain-an-estimated-worth-of-us-1562-billion-by-2028-at-a-cagr-of-34
​
"What are the causes of hallucinations?...Stress and traumatic events...Deprivation of senses...Epilepsy and seizures...antipsychotics, antidepressants, and antihistamines...mess with the way neurotransmitters work in the brain, which can change how people see things." https://www.sportskeeda.com/health-and-fitness/what-are-common-causes-hallucination
​
"paranoid"...malevolent spirits of Muslim culture...he could feel the presence of the jinn but not see it. What the officer witnessed was his trying to fight the powerlessness he felt as Jinn cursed him." https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/up-and-running/202304/the-hallucinations-you-never-heard-of
​
Noone should modify someone's body without informed consent. "perception of autistic people and people with [intellectual and developmental disabilities] overall, that we’re not able to make our own decisions. Big decisions like those around health care, education, living arrangements,” they said. “All too often our decisions are viewed with suspicion and fear...In Arkansas, doctors can shield themselves against lawsuits over gender-affirming care if they can prove that their minor patient did not have conditions including autism, depression, ADHD, an eating disorder, an intellectual disability or a psychotic disorder." https://19thnews.org/2023/05/trans-laws-autistic-youth-mental-health/
​
florida termination of guardianship forms https://www.formsworkflow.com/Form/searchresults/17503-flssi-guardianship-termination-of/1
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"Brain in Hand combines practical solution-based coaching with a user-led digital self-management system to help (autistic) individuals build their independence." https://www.miragenews.com/digital-support-reduces-anxiety-in-autistic-1016215/
​
No penalty for 3 british murders including a 20 year old woman, "choked in her sleep after being given inappropriate medication which had caused 'significant sedation'. The coroner said there was insufficient consideration of 'polypharmacy." https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/people-shouldnt-live-poor-conditions-27003379
​
Deprescribing "four drugs for his moods." https://medshadow.org/14-prescriptions-by-different-doctors/
​
"Research suggests a connection between low iron levels and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, Levin and Gattari write." https://www.newswise.com/articles/could-low-iron-be-making-your-mental-health-symptoms-worse
​
Some processed frozen "meals contribute toward inflammation in the gut, which is where most serotonin...2015 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggested sugary and starchy foods could contribute to depression." https://news.yahoo.com/5-foods-negative-impact-mental-094501356.html
​
risperdal and haldol cause me muscle spasms. "Serotonin syndrome − a rare but very serious drug reaction...ending the pain once it starts − include standing or walking around, massaging the affected area, improved (calcium) nutrition, sleeping in comfortable positions" doesn't work on my face. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/05/29/what-causes-muscle-spasms/70249143007/
​
"I'm not a doctor, but I play one on federal court." https://images.cartoonstock.com/lowres/abortions-rights-usa-judge-matthew_kacsmaryk-abortion_pills-abortion_drugs-prescription-EC501549_low.jpg
​
Boot Camps for (kidnapped) Kids: Tough Love or Torture, "even going to the bathroom requires permission (as at zucker hillside)." Comment, "80% fail bc their parents didn't go." https://youtu.be/A7Y_yEiJJCU
​
True story of 40 murders, "Boot Camp" (2008) starring Mila Kunis, "He's not even a real doctor...I don't recognize your fucking credentials." https://youtu.be/idBabcDUy-Q
​
Three For The Road 1987 Charlie Sheen movie about politician's daughter "doped to the gills" and kidnapped to institution. https://youtu.be/VgB84kX9emE

I was told about a cheap art supplies place in Denton briefly at a michaels but I didn’t catch the name of it. If anyone knows anything of it let me know! (I was told they have really affordable $0.50 yarn and I am a beginner crocheter. So it would be so nice to try out fun new yarn and not spend too much)

Autistic's "caregivers received $5,000 per month...charged with false imprisonment, abuse or neglect and failure to report...pneumonia, wounds across her body, bedsores and ulcers. She was also in septic shock due to infection and suffered cardiac arrest." https://uinterview.com/news/caregivers-who-allegedly-tortured-autistic-woman-to-death-were-paid-250000-by-new-mexico-to-care-for-he
​
"common medications that can trigger depression...Beta blockers...birth control...Levodopa or Sinemet CR are used to treat Parkinson's...Corticosteroids...Stimulants." https://m.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-744470
​
"Certified Peer Support (CPS) specialists to do the outreach. At this point, the INSET model in Westchester County, NY may be the only fully functioning program. They currently have 4 CPS assisting 20 individuals each...But it is not, I repeat not, a relationship of the CPS telling an individual what they have to do or choose." https://mhpolicy.org/finding-a-better-way/
​
Palestinian doctor in ireland, "patient’s (Qatari) father had “cried and cried and cried”...A psychiatric assessment would take a minimum of between 50 and 60 minutes." Why did suffolk county court blindly believe dr. hsiesh who didn't let me speak and met for less than 5 minutes? https://www.irishtimes.com/health/2023/05/29/doctor-denies-acting-as-representative-of-the-qatari-embassy-to-treat-psychiatric-patient/
​
texas baptist licensed professional counselor, "Pray about it...take it to God, and then take it to people who you know, and trust...Jesus being perfect but not flawless as a sinless human and the need for a community to battle isolation." https://www.denisonforum.org/biblical-living/podcast/mental-health-psychology-and-faith-a-conversation-with-chris-legg-lpc/
​
Pastor Randy Reid, Clanton First Assembly of God, "mass shootings in America is not a mental illness problem, it’s a spiritual problem." https://www.clantonadvertiser.com/2023/05/29/column-its-not-just-mental-illness/
​
new york city mayor, "Adams unwittingly implies that the Nazi response to schizophrenics is acceptable: murder them...poverty as proof of dangerous and savage psychosis." https://www.citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/important-reads/27013-the-death-penalty-for-homelessness CBS video on 176,000 calls per year. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/jordan-neely-death-mental-health-crisis-new-york-city/
​
Ineffective addiction treatment $24 billion by 2030, more than 20 million Americans. Global behavioural health market $128 billion. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/05/30/2678490/0/en/Addiction-Treatment-Market-Size-Worth-USD-24-3-Billion-by-2030-at-9-2-CAGR-Report-by-Market-Research-Future-MRFR.html https://www.pharmiweb.com/press-release/2023-05-30/behavioural-health-market-to-attain-an-estimated-worth-of-us-1562-billion-by-2028-at-a-cagr-of-34
​
"What are the causes of hallucinations?...Stress and traumatic events...Deprivation of senses...Epilepsy and seizures...antipsychotics, antidepressants, and antihistamines...mess with the way neurotransmitters work in the brain, which can change how people see things." https://www.sportskeeda.com/health-and-fitness/what-are-common-causes-hallucination
​
"paranoid"...malevolent spirits of Muslim culture...he could feel the presence of the jinn but not see it. What the officer witnessed was his trying to fight the powerlessness he felt as Jinn cursed him." https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/up-and-running/202304/the-hallucinations-you-never-heard-of
​
Noone should modify someone's body without informed consent. "perception of autistic people and people with [intellectual and developmental disabilities] overall, that we’re not able to make our own decisions. Big decisions like those around health care, education, living arrangements,” they said. “All too often our decisions are viewed with suspicion and fear...In Arkansas, doctors can shield themselves against lawsuits over gender-affirming care if they can prove that their minor patient did not have conditions including autism, depression, ADHD, an eating disorder, an intellectual disability or a psychotic disorder." https://19thnews.org/2023/05/trans-laws-autistic-youth-mental-health/
​
florida termination of guardianship forms https://www.formsworkflow.com/Form/searchresults/17503-flssi-guardianship-termination-of/1
​
"Brain in Hand combines practical solution-based coaching with a user-led digital self-management system to help (autistic) individuals build their independence." https://www.miragenews.com/digital-support-reduces-anxiety-in-autistic-1016215/
​
No penalty for 3 british murders including a 20 year old woman, "choked in her sleep after being given inappropriate medication which had caused 'significant sedation'. The coroner said there was insufficient consideration of 'polypharmacy." https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/people-shouldnt-live-poor-conditions-27003379
​
Deprescribing "four drugs for his moods." https://medshadow.org/14-prescriptions-by-different-doctors/
​
"Research suggests a connection between low iron levels and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, Levin and Gattari write." https://www.newswise.com/articles/could-low-iron-be-making-your-mental-health-symptoms-worse
​
Some processed frozen "meals contribute toward inflammation in the gut, which is where most serotonin...2015 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggested sugary and starchy foods could contribute to depression." https://news.yahoo.com/5-foods-negative-impact-mental-094501356.html
​
risperdal and haldol cause me muscle spasms. "Serotonin syndrome − a rare but very serious drug reaction...ending the pain once it starts − include standing or walking around, massaging the affected area, improved (calcium) nutrition, sleeping in comfortable positions" doesn't work on my face. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/05/29/what-causes-muscle-spasms/70249143007/
​
"I'm not a doctor, but I play one on federal court." https://images.cartoonstock.com/lowres/abortions-rights-usa-judge-matthew_kacsmaryk-abortion_pills-abortion_drugs-prescription-EC501549_low.jpg
​
Boot Camps for (kidnapped) Kids: Tough Love or Torture, "even going to the bathroom requires permission (as at zucker hillside)." Comment, "80% fail bc their parents didn't go." https://youtu.be/A7Y_yEiJJCU
​
True story of 40 murders, "Boot Camp" (2008) starring Mila Kunis, "He's not even a real doctor...I don't recognize your fucking credentials." https://youtu.be/idBabcDUy-Q
​
Three For The Road 1987 Charlie Sheen movie about politician's daughter "doped to the gills" and kidnapped to institution. https://youtu.be/VgB84kX9emE

Autistic's "caregivers received $5,000 per month...charged with false imprisonment, abuse or neglect and failure to report...pneumonia, wounds across her body, bedsores and ulcers. She was also in septic shock due to infection and suffered cardiac arrest." https://uinterview.com/news/caregivers-who-allegedly-tortured-autistic-woman-to-death-were-paid-250000-by-new-mexico-to-care-for-he
​
"common medications that can trigger depression...Beta blockers...birth control...Levodopa or Sinemet CR are used to treat Parkinson's...Corticosteroids...Stimulants." https://m.jpost.com/health-and-wellness/article-744470
​
"Certified Peer Support (CPS) specialists to do the outreach. At this point, the INSET model in Westchester County, NY may be the only fully functioning program. They currently have 4 CPS assisting 20 individuals each...But it is not, I repeat not, a relationship of the CPS telling an individual what they have to do or choose." https://mhpolicy.org/finding-a-better-way/
​
Palestinian doctor in ireland, "patient’s (Qatari) father had “cried and cried and cried”...A psychiatric assessment would take a minimum of between 50 and 60 minutes." Why did suffolk county court blindly believe dr. hsiesh who didn't let me speak and met for less than 5 minutes? https://www.irishtimes.com/health/2023/05/29/doctor-denies-acting-as-representative-of-the-qatari-embassy-to-treat-psychiatric-patient/
​
texas baptist licensed professional counselor, "Pray about it...take it to God, and then take it to people who you know, and trust...Jesus being perfect but not flawless as a sinless human and the need for a community to battle isolation." https://www.denisonforum.org/biblical-living/podcast/mental-health-psychology-and-faith-a-conversation-with-chris-legg-lpc/
​
Pastor Randy Reid, Clanton First Assembly of God, "mass shootings in America is not a mental illness problem, it’s a spiritual problem." https://www.clantonadvertiser.com/2023/05/29/column-its-not-just-mental-illness/
​
new york city mayor, "Adams unwittingly implies that the Nazi response to schizophrenics is acceptable: murder them...poverty as proof of dangerous and savage psychosis." https://www.citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/important-reads/27013-the-death-penalty-for-homelessness CBS video on 176,000 calls per year. https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/jordan-neely-death-mental-health-crisis-new-york-city/
​
Ineffective addiction treatment $24 billion by 2030, more than 20 million Americans. Global behavioural health market $128 billion. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/05/30/2678490/0/en/Addiction-Treatment-Market-Size-Worth-USD-24-3-Billion-by-2030-at-9-2-CAGR-Report-by-Market-Research-Future-MRFR.html https://www.pharmiweb.com/press-release/2023-05-30/behavioural-health-market-to-attain-an-estimated-worth-of-us-1562-billion-by-2028-at-a-cagr-of-34
​
"What are the causes of hallucinations?...Stress and traumatic events...Deprivation of senses...Epilepsy and seizures...antipsychotics, antidepressants, and antihistamines...mess with the way neurotransmitters work in the brain, which can change how people see things." https://www.sportskeeda.com/health-and-fitness/what-are-common-causes-hallucination
​
"paranoid"...malevolent spirits of Muslim culture...he could feel the presence of the jinn but not see it. What the officer witnessed was his trying to fight the powerlessness he felt as Jinn cursed him." https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/blog/up-and-running/202304/the-hallucinations-you-never-heard-of
​
Noone should modify someone's body without informed consent. "perception of autistic people and people with [intellectual and developmental disabilities] overall, that we’re not able to make our own decisions. Big decisions like those around health care, education, living arrangements,” they said. “All too often our decisions are viewed with suspicion and fear...In Arkansas, doctors can shield themselves against lawsuits over gender-affirming care if they can prove that their minor patient did not have conditions including autism, depression, ADHD, an eating disorder, an intellectual disability or a psychotic disorder." https://19thnews.org/2023/05/trans-laws-autistic-youth-mental-health/
​
florida termination of guardianship forms https://www.formsworkflow.com/Form/searchresults/17503-flssi-guardianship-termination-of/1
​
"Brain in Hand combines practical solution-based coaching with a user-led digital self-management system to help (autistic) individuals build their independence." https://www.miragenews.com/digital-support-reduces-anxiety-in-autistic-1016215/
​
No penalty for 3 british murders including a 20 year old woman, "choked in her sleep after being given inappropriate medication which had caused 'significant sedation'. The coroner said there was insufficient consideration of 'polypharmacy." https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/people-shouldnt-live-poor-conditions-27003379
​
Deprescribing "four drugs for his moods." https://medshadow.org/14-prescriptions-by-different-doctors/
​
"Research suggests a connection between low iron levels and symptoms of depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia, Levin and Gattari write." https://www.newswise.com/articles/could-low-iron-be-making-your-mental-health-symptoms-worse
​
Some processed frozen "meals contribute toward inflammation in the gut, which is where most serotonin...2015 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggested sugary and starchy foods could contribute to depression." https://news.yahoo.com/5-foods-negative-impact-mental-094501356.html
​
risperdal and haldol cause me muscle spasms. "Serotonin syndrome − a rare but very serious drug reaction...ending the pain once it starts − include standing or walking around, massaging the affected area, improved (calcium) nutrition, sleeping in comfortable positions" doesn't work on my face. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2023/05/29/what-causes-muscle-spasms/70249143007/
​
"I'm not a doctor, but I play one on federal court." https://images.cartoonstock.com/lowres/abortions-rights-usa-judge-matthew_kacsmaryk-abortion_pills-abortion_drugs-prescription-EC501549_low.jpg
​
Boot Camps for (kidnapped) Kids: Tough Love or Torture, "even going to the bathroom requires permission (as at zucker hillside)." Comment, "80% fail bc their parents didn't go." https://youtu.be/A7Y_yEiJJCU
​
True story of 40 murders, "Boot Camp" (2008) starring Mila Kunis, "He's not even a real doctor...I don't recognize your fucking credentials." https://youtu.be/idBabcDUy-Q
​
Three For The Road 1987 Charlie Sheen movie about politician's daughter "doped to the gills" and kidnapped to institution. https://youtu.be/VgB84kX9emE

Aloha everyone!
It’s been awhile since we put together a list of events. With so many things happening in the month of June and throughout the summer time, I thought it’d be nice to have a monthly community calendar again.
If there’s anything exciting that you know of happening in June ~ feel free to share it in the comments!

• Hawaiʻi Kuauli Pacific & Asia Cultural Festival ~ June 9-11th ~

A celebration of Hawaiʻi Island and its beauty as a cultural melting pot. This 3 day event will be packed with food, fashion, cultural expressions, keiki hula, cultural workshops and the islandʻs only Fireknife competition. The event begins Friday with the opening celebration - including protocol from the various cultures represented and a hula hōʻike (celebration). Saturday is filled with a wearable arts exhibit, arts & crafts and a Samoan fire knife competition. Sunday enjoy a delicious culinary experience a the Taste of Pacific & Asia.
The festival is a culturally based experience for both local residents and visitors. It is organized as a combined multi generational effort including members of the community from all spheres of influence - providing them with a platform to showcase the gifts and talents of those cultures present in Hawaii. Presentations of cultural dance expression, culturally based education programs, food, music, fashion and art will be held throughout the three day event.
https://www.hikuauli.com

• King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade in Historic Kailua Village ~ June 10th ~

Join us on Saturday morning, June 10, 2023, for the annual King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade in Historic Kailua Village. Throughout the day, the community of West Hawai‘i will gather to honor the great ali‘i, King Kamehameha I, who established the first capital of the united Hawaiian Kingdom here in Kailua-Kona at Kamakahonu.
Adorned in the flowers and colors of the Hawaiian Islands, regal pāʻū riders on horseback will represent each of the eight islands, led by their respective princesses and the pāʻū queen. The floral parade will also feature hula hālau, equestrian units, marching bands, a horse-drawn carriage and more.
After the parade, enjoy a ho‘olaule‘a (music and art festival) at Hulihe‘e Palace, including a free concert featuring top Hawaiian recording artists. Then take time to visit the many shops, galleries and historic landmarks of Historic Kailua Village.
https://konaparade.org

• King Kamehameha Day Celebration Ho‘olaule‘a at the Hulihe‘e Palace ~ June 10th ~

Join us for the annual King Kamehameha Day Ho‘olaule‘a beginning at 11:00 AM following the King Kamehameha Day Celebration Parade! We are excited to open the doors and welcome kama‘āina and visitors to: tour the Palace, enjoy the grounds, and support local vendors and artisans, while enjoying musical entertainment and ‘ono food.
All proceeds from the Day go towards the historic preservation, maintenance and operations of the Palace and grounds.
https://daughtersofhawaii.org/events/hoolaulea/

• 50th annual Kamehameha Day canoe regatta at the Kailua Pier ~ June 10th ~

On June 10, join the Kai ‘Opua Canoe Club as they host the 50th annual Kamehameha Day canoe regatta at the Kailua Pier. Racing action starts at 8 a.m. as canoe clubs from around the Hawai‘i Island come together at the Kailua Pier for all day racing.
Ka‘ahumanu Place will be closed on Saturday for the annual Kamehameha Day canoe regatta craft fair with exciting vendors, a food booth and more.
https://bigislandnow.com/2023/05/16/50th-annual-kamehameha-day-canoe-regatta-coming-to-kailua-pie

• North Kohala Kamehameha Day Celebration ~ June 11th ~

Every June 11th, thousands of people gather on the northern tip of the Big Island of Hawaii to honor Kamehameha I, the chief who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1795. Kamehameha Day is recognized as a state holiday throughout Hawai'i, but North Kohala is a very special place to celebrate. Kamehameha I was born in North Kohala, where residents played a prominent role in saving his life as an infant.
Although North Kohala is a small community, each year on June 11th it puts forth a large grassroots effort to present a full day of celebration and tribute to King Kamehameha I. Visitors are welcomed to the North Kohala towns of Hawi and Kapa'au on Sunday, June 11, 2023 to take part in this unique local event. All events are free.

• Procession of Royal Societies 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM. There are four Royal Societies: The Royal Order of Kamehameha, ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu, Hale o Nā Aliʻi and Māmakakaua (Daughters and Sons of Hawaiian Warriors). The four Royal Societies will lead, followed by the Daughters of Hawaiʻi, the ʻAhahui Kaʻiulani and Hawaiian Civic Clubs.
  
• Lei Draping Ceremony and Tradition Paʻu Parade 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: See the original statue of King Kamehameha I in all its holiday glory. The statue in Kapa'au is decorated with many 20-foot-long floral lei created in tribute to the King. Watch a traditional pa'u parade with horses and riders adorned in flowers and colors to represent each Hawaiian Island. At 9:00 AM the road closes while Honorees and Pa'u riders make their way from Kohala High and Elementary School to the statue and Kamehameha Park in Kapa'au. Parade to begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
  
• Hana Noeʻau 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Enjoy "hands-on"education exhibits that ends the dayʻs festivities at the statue.
  
• ʻAha 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Join us as we celebrate the Kohala Festivities and the ceremonial release of KŪKULU, A Tribute to the Pillars of Mauna a Wākea, a compilation CD acknowledging, recognizing and honoring all who stand for Mauna Kea and places everywhere around the world.
  

http://www.kamehamehadaycelebration.org/#:~:text=Every%20June%2011th%2C%20thousands%20of,very%20special%20place%20to%20celebrate

• Hawaiʻi Island LGBTQ Pride ~ June 24th ~

First celebrated in 2013, this yearʻs Hawai’i Island LGBTQ Pride will take place on Saturday, June 24, 2023 in Hilo. This annual gathering brings together members of the LGBTQ community and supporters in a fun, casual setting to affirm LGBTQIA+ peopleʻs fundamental rights and place in a free society. Join the celebration and experience the creativity, love and power of the unique LGBTQIA+ ʻohana on Hawai’i Island.
https://hawaiilgbtlegacyfoundation.com/events/hawaiʻi-island-lgbtq-pride/

• June Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park ~

The longer days of summer are here and that means more daylight to enjoy Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Mark your calendar for the following June events.
All events are free, but entrance fees may apply. Some programs are sponsored by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association. Programs are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Check the park calendar for more information.

• Battle of Midway: A Japanese Perspective – The Battle of Midway, June 4 – 7, 1942, marked a turning point in World War II. The U.S. Navy and the Imperial Japanese Navy would stand toe-to-toe battling for control of the Pacific. From the first decoded messages to the strategic decisions that would alter the course of history, Ben Hayes, historian and program manager for the park’s Interpretation & Education team, takes us through this epic conflict from a different perspective. Part of Hawai‘i Volcanoes’ ongoing After Dark in the Park programs and sponsored by the Friends of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
  
  • When: June 6 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
  • Where: Kīlauea Visitor Center auditorium
• Ulana Lau Hala Demonstration – Learn to weave lau hala with practitioners from ʻAha Pūhala o Puna. Hawaiians have used hala (pandanus) tree to create many useful and beautiful items for centuries. Learn to weave lau hala and take home your own small piece of lau hala art. Part of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park’s ongoing ‘Ike Hana Noʻeau (Experience the Skillful Work) Hawaiian cultural programs, and co-sponsored by Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association and the Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
  
  • When: June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon
  • Where: ʻŌhiʻa Wing (across Crater Rim Drive from Kīlauea Visitor Center)
• Saving Wahi Pana (Storied Places) in Kaʻū – Discover how the County of Hawaiʻi Public Access, Open Space, Natural and Cultural Resource Commission (PONC) program and your tax dollars are preserving public access, open space, and natural and cultural resources in Kaʻū. Presented by Alexandra Kelepolo and Jodie Rosam. Part of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes’ ongoing Kahuku Coffee Talk programs and sponsored by Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association. Free admission, and Kaʻū coffee will be available for sale.
  
  • When: June 17 at 9:30 a.m.
  • Where: Kahuku Visitor Contact Station
• Bert Naihe in Concert – Come be entertained by the Hawaiian music of Bert Naihe. Born and raised in Hilo, Bert enjoys the art of Hawaiian music and performs with Hālau o ka Ua Kanilehua and Kumu Hula Johnny Lum Ho. Bert’s first CD, “You’re the One,” was released in 2014 and features his own catchy versions of longtime favorites. Part of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park’s ongoing Nā Leo Manu Hawaiian cultural programs, and co-sponsored by Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association and the Friends of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
  
  • When: June 21 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium
• Uēkahuna, Thomas A. Jaggar Museum, and the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory – For decades, the Thomas A. Jaggar Museum has welcomed people from all over the world, sharing volcano science and Hawaiian culture adjacent to the awe-inspiring view that is Kīlauea volcano. The earthquakes of the 2018 eruption and summit collapse damaged the foundations of the historic buildings beyond repair. Join Jadelyn Moniz-Nakamura, Ph.D., as she takes us on a journey through the past of this sacred place known as Uēkahuna. The evolution of the area will be shared on the eve of the park’s efforts to restore a more natural landscape and provide a dramatic viewing area and rest stop for locals and visitors alike. Part of Hawai‘i Volcanoes’ ongoing After Dark in the Park programs and sponsored by the Friends of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
  
  • When: June 20 at 7 p.m.
  • Where: Kīlauea Visitor Center auditorium
• Artist-in-Residence Comics Journalist Andy Warner Returns – Join the park in welcoming back New York Times bestselling comics journalist, author and artist Andy Warner as the artist in residence for June. Come meet Andy as he presents the creative mind behind the art. Part of Hawai‘i Volcanoes’ ongoing After Dark in the Park programs and sponsored by the Friends of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and the National Parks Arts Foundation. Free, but park entrance fees apply.
  
  • When: June 27 at 7 p.m.
  • Where: Kīlauea Visitor Center auditorium
• Explore Kahuku – The Kahuku Unit, one of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park’s best-kept secrets, is open Thursday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and it’s free! Guided ranger programs and talks are offered on the weekends, check the park calendar for more info. Sturdy footwear, water, rain gear, sun protection and a snack are recommended for all hikes.
  
  • When: Thursday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Where: Kahuku is located in Ka‘ū, about a 50-minute drive south of the park’s main entrance. Enter Kahuku on the mauka (inland) side of Highway 11 near mile marker 70.5
• A Walk into the Past with Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar – Walk back to 1939 and talk with the founder of the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, at the edge of Kīlauea volcano. Dressed in period costume, actor Dick Hershberger brings the renowned geologist to life. You’ll learn what motivated Dr. Jaggar to dedicate his life to the study of Hawaiian volcanoes, and how his work helps save lives today. Space is limited; pick up a free ticket at the Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai the day of the program. This program is subject to cancellation during inclement weather. Supported by Kīlauea Drama Entertainment Network.
  
  • When: Fridays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Each performance is about an hour
  • Where: Meet at Kīlauea Visitor Center
• Stewardship at the Summit Rainforest Restoration – Volunteer to help remove invasive, non-native plant species that prevent native plants from growing in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring a hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks and water. Gloves and tools are provided. Under 18? Parental or guardian accompaniment with written consent is required. Visit the park website for details.
  
  • When: June 2, 10, 16, 24 & 30. Meet at 8:45 a.m.
  • Where: Meet project leaders Paul and Jane Field at Kīlauea Visitor Center on any of the above dates
• Explore the Summit and Other Ranger-Led Walks – Discover Kīlauea volcano on an easy one-hour, ranger-led walk offered daily. Other ranger-led programs may be offered; check with rangers at Kīlauea Visitor Center for additional programs.
  
  • When: Explore the Summit is offered daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
  • Where: Meet at Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai

https://bigislandnow.com/2023/05/15/june-2023-events-at-hawaii-volcanoes-national-park/

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