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[forthegoodofamerica]

Redefining Neighbor: A Glimpse into Everyday Kindness

In a world inundated with troubling news, it is easy to feel disheartened. However, within the pages of George Magazine, Michele Marin offers a timely reminder of the kindness that can start right in our own homes. Her article, “Redefining Neighbor: A Biblical Perspective on Kindness that Starts at Home,” presents a heartwarming look at how even small, everyday acts of compassion can make a significant difference in the world.

Real Stories of Hope

Michele Marin’s writing illuminates the simple yet profound impact small gestures can have, offering a fresh perspective on the often-overwhelming sea of negative headlines. It’s these everyday examples of kindness that often go unnoticed, yet they are the ones capable of sparking real change. While grand displays of heroism capture our attention, the small, steady acts of kindness are the unsung heroes in our daily lives.

Why Kindness Begins at Home

The article delves into the Biblically inspired notion that kindness starts at home. Marin suggests that our immediate surroundings and relationships are where we can best cultivate compassion. In family settings, among friends, and with neighbors, practicing kindness can lay the foundation for broader societal change. Through a mix of personal anecdotes and inspiring real-life stories, Marin highlights how acting kindly in our closest circles can ripple outwards, influencing our communities and beyond.

Creating a Ripple Effect

Acts of kindness, as Michele Marin elaborates, are contagious. A smile, a friendly word, or a helping hand can transform someone’s day and set off a chain reaction of goodness. These seemingly small actions are potent because they encourage others to pass on the compassion. This ripple effect is at the heart of Marin’s argument, showing how each of us holds the power to create a more cheerful and hopeful community.

Nurturing Hope in a Challenging World

For those seeking a beacon of hope amid a challenging climate, Marin’s article is a source of solace. It serves as a gentle reminder of the potential within each of us to contribute positively to our environment. Her narrative isn’t just about grand gestures; it’s about the power of everyday actions, grounded in love and empathy.

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The Call to Embrace Kindness Today

Let the message of Michele Marin inspire you to look for ways to practice kindness daily. Her reflections in George Magazine remind us all that change begins at home, in small interactions that might seem insignificant but are truly powerful. Engage with family, friends, and neighbors more compassionately, and watch as you contribute to a kinder world. Explore more by getting your free copy.

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[seventh-district]

Making Incorrect H:SR Quotes Until I Run Out of (hopefully) Original Ideas - Pt. 1 - Ratiorine Messages Edition

[Pt. 2] [Pt. 3] [Pt. 4] [Pt. 5] [Pt. 6]

[stil-lindigo]

a non-comprehensive guide to my favourite characters in claymore, the best manga you've never read (more under the cut)

don't know what I'm talking about? here's a crashcourse.

[wuntrum]

!!! NEW STUFF !!!

charms for the first time ever!! signals charm w/ mini lanyard, and saints for girls charm with spinning cd inside!

new stickers! computer sticker sheet (!!!), saint sebastian gold sticker, as well as the stickers from my top surgery collection are back

new prints of laura and chell

very limited signed copies of maintenance

[bnnywngs]

Shoyo is a famous actor/model, he's currently everywhere from the current popular drama airing prime time, to that big billboard in the city, he's also in some magazines covers and has a million followers on his sns.

He's also pretty infamous for his coming out during a live show earlier in his career, and his refusal to act in stereotypes/prejudiced works, and for calling out homophobic acts, talks and people.

Because of that, he's celebrated between the lgbt community in Japan, and his fans are not only loyal, but fiercely protective and active in protests online or in person, for many things - either lgbt, feminist, or just to get a better access for wheelchairs in the subway.

But recently, after years saying he was single, he came out saying he had a lover who was neither an actor or a model, but wasn't unknown. He didn't want to say who it was because it could be bad for them, as Japan still has a long way to go to accept lgbt couples.

People respected that, but not the paparazzi, as always, so they relentlessly followed Shoyo, who kept going from work to home, and home to work, with a few outings with his friends and colleagues, so the photographers were getting anxious and restless.

It all came down to one letter.

Every Christmas Shoyo sends a custom postcard to his parents and his sister (who's a famous volleyball player now in Turkey) before going back home for new years (if he didn't have anything in his schedule), and this year he decided to get a picture of him and his boyfriend in a Christmas setting as his postcard.

But it was intercepted by one of the paparazzi.

Shoyo's boyfriend was none other than number 1 japanese streamer kodzuken! It was a cute little postcard with a picture of both of them sitting in front of a big and full of ornaments Christmas tree, with matching sweaters and doing a heart with their hands together.

The leak was soon everywhere and Shoyo's radio interview was cancelled that day, together with all his schedule, so they could do a somewhat damage control and to write a handwritten letter to his fans not only explaining everything, but criticizing those who stole his family letter.

The truth was: Shoyo and kodzuken met each other in highschool, when they both played volleyball in their respective schools, and started a relationship early on, that kept going for years and years, both their families knew about it and accepted it, Shoyo's family loved Kenma and treated him as another member of the family, and kodzuken's parents are always inviting Shoyo to have family dinner with them and even going out together without kodzuken.

kodzuken just did a small update stream a week or so later, saying almost the exact same thing as Shoyo's letter, and also criticizing those who make money over these kinds of scandals, and that they wanted to come out some day as a couple but in their own terms and not like this - as kodzuken wasn't even out of the closet for his fans.

As the media was letting go of this and the fans were calming down (Shoyo's fans being more open and receptive of their relationship), a magazine with them at the cover was released, with a long interview where they shared one single picture of their teenage years, where they went a bit more deep into their relationship and why they gave up volleyball after highschool.

[rjalker]

fanface for your free ableist blocklist. Claims that "less than 1% of disabled people you see on the internet are really disabled, the rest are all faking it". Gets mad when you point out that this is just blatant ableism.

[vaxxman]

@ The people who make colouring books where you just colour parts of the human body to study the anatomy: I want to kiss you on your mouth.

[lemongogo]

[treehuggerthegreat]

something i really need to get off my chest even if i just post this privately is That i really dislike ‘caretakers’ in whump writing. or ‘whumper’ i feel like it makes a character (even if they’re just a hypothetical one) feel very 1 dimensional and it makes me so OKAY JUST HEAR ME OUT!!! whumpee i don’t mind much, it makes the prompt or what your talking about a little clearer. But it feels like it’s putting it into a box and making sort of roles which makes it feel less like a prompt and more like we’re in an omega verse fandom and i mean this really lovingly and affectionately and no hate to any of yall. I have a vast amount of characters and i write stories and books and I can say with out a shadow of a doubt, not ONE of them fall under ‘whumper’ or ‘caretaker’ because i develop them as their own individual character. Not even my antagonist are ‘whumpers’

So one of my main antagonists literally burns cigarettes on the MC and abuses the MC. Tries to kill her on her 18th birthday. Shes her mom, and the main character PHYSICALLY cannot leave that situation with out getting the authorities involved until she turns 18. Mom sounds like an ass, she beats ‘whumpee’ up! why would i NEVER call her a whumper? because she’s a whumpee by that logic. Her mom was extremely emotionally abusive, and half the time not fully there. Her shitty ass dad got murdered in front of her when she was just a kid. but Her mom isn’t a whumper either, because she too would be considered a whumpee. She was a world renowned flapper girl, everyone loved her. she LIVED for the fame and her face in newspapers. But behind the scenes she was actively ignoring her distant parents as they continued to try and marry her off. She was then forced into the marriage when she got pregnant with the guy (much so against her will which is why she killed him.) and ever since she’s been delusional and not fully there. It’s generational abuse.

more ramble under the cut + extra clarification on what I’m trying to say

okay but that’s just generational abuse right? There are other whumpers in the real world! Yeah i guess there’s sadists and serial killers, but like, there’s SOOOO much more guys.

I have a mini antagonist, he’s in highschool and he’s meant to be the toxic narcissistic ex of one of my characters. But he’s falling apart trying to get attention, he’s not fully aware of the damage he IS doing. Ass he may be but again behind the scenes he’s constantly fighting with his dad who refuses to do anything around the house and who is also transphobic (she’s bigender but i’ve been using he to make it less confusing right now) and now she has to take care of her little sister and act like a whole ass mom. As a sophomore. In high school. Not only that but her mom died, so she has to struggle with that. She’s just an annoying ass teenager, she doesn’t understand how to treat people or how she’s supposed to be handling what she’s dealing with. But getting attention and being liked at school? now that’s the shit. That’s like drugs for her. But to what lengths does she go to get that extra validation? He uses his boyfriend almost like an accessory. He’s not considerate of his feelings, and most likely doesn’t understand what a relationship is SUPPOSED to be.

Unless you’re making a sociopath character, which i LOVE a good sociopath character, you have to treat them like they also have humanity. Most of the time villains don’t just. Do shit to do it, they have some sort of background that lead up to this!!! And also even then with sociopaths they’re their own individual characters separate from the people they hurt!!! and also NONE of these are end all be alls and all characters must be developed this way!!!!

just my advice and stuff <3 i love all of you out there and i can understand why using certain roles and terms are the go to, and i’m not stopping you!!! i just really wanted to give my two cents so i can possibly help other writers!!!

[arillusionist]

ok the cruel prince actually kinda has me hooked now

[shitpostingkats]

New announcement got me in full Pokemon mode. Playing X and Y. Thinking about the detailed roadtrip comedy featuring N and the protags I made in my head after finishing BW. God bless this franchise for having the insane ability to shoot me back into full middleschool mode and childhood whimsy after merely receiving one (1) morsel of content.

[forthegoodofamerica]

Why Privatizing Social Security is a Risky Proposition

Social Security has long been a crucial part of retirement planning for millions of Americans. The assurance of a steady income during retirement provides peace of mind, allowing seniors to live with dignity. Yet, discussions and debates about its future have introduced a controversial idea: privatization. While the idea might seem attractive at first glance, understanding its implications is vital.

What is Privatization?

Privatization of Social Security suggests moving from a system where contributions are pooled and then distributed based on a defined formula, to one where individuals manage personal investment accounts. This concept, while appealing to some due to the potential for higher individual returns, comes with significant risks.

The Hidden Dangers

Market Volatility: Unlike the current stable system, privatized accounts would be subject to market fluctuations. At times of economic downturn, retirees relying on these accounts could face severe financial hardship.

Investment Expertise: Not everyone possesses the skills needed to effectively manage investments. This could lead to failures in planning, leaving many without enough savings for retirement.

Increased Inequality: Privatization could widen wealth gaps, as those with more resources and financial knowledge stand to benefit more than those without.

Higher Administrative Costs: Managing private accounts would incur greater administrative expenses, reducing the overall funds available for distribution.

A Call to Preserve Security

The shift to privatized accounts could undermine the core promise of Social Security: providing reliable and predictable support. This potential change puts the financial assurance of millions at risk, making it crucial to weigh the possible outcomes carefully.

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[taruco]

Super Pochaco & Super Taruco comics from Super Pochaco Whopping Topping Book

[clfixationstation]

Eren didn't care about anything until he met Armin, whatever that means

[robinminustherichard]

I’ve been running from it all my lifetime

there’s nothing wrong with you, I’m searching for my right mind.

//

This happened, literally woke up I was headless

I woke up I was headless 

//

Imma make a deal with the bad wolf

so the bad wolf don’t bite no more 

(X)

[falldogbombsthemoon]

I hate group projects with a passion :3