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DHS, Donald, and Our Wellbeing

DHS, Donald, and Our Wellbeing The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is representative of the history of the USA. DHS and our wellbeing in the USA are incompatible. In order to eradicate DHS, we must understand the history of the USA. Let’s explore the intersection of DHS with our wellbeing. History of the USA and

Wellbeing and Daylight Saving Time: Spring 2026

Wellbeing and Daylight Saving Time: Spring 2026 In many parts of the USA, March 8, 2026, is the date for Daylight Saving Time (DST). The change in time can affect our mental health Let’s explore Daylight Saving Time and Wellbeing. Recall that not every country observes DST and, if they do, it does not necessarily

Our Wellbeing through Unity

Our Wellbeing through Unity I wanted this week’s blog to be brief. I want a break from the news cycles. I want to discuss our wellbeing through unity. The strategy of the Donald’s Administration strategy to deliberately assault US with their delivery of ‘decrees’, employing a technique dubbed ‘flooding the zone’, requires of US the

Wellbeing: The Little Things Matter

Wellbeing: The Little Things Matter The little things we do matter in our daily lives. The little things matter for our wellbeing. Let’s explore wellbeing through the little things we do. What Do I Mean by ‘The Little Things Matter’? The little things are the links between you and me. Yes, the macroscopic perspective holds

Wellbeing Canceled by Selfishness

Wellbeing Canceled by Selfishness Selfishness is driving an erosion of our wellbeing. In my opinion, selfishness is being promoted by Donald and his terrorist organization (this characterization is my opinion), the Donald Administration. Let’s discuss wellbeing canceled by selfishness. Selfishness Defined Selfishness is the concern for oneself and one’s welfare. By corollary, other people are

Vulnerabilities and Strengths Affect Our Wellbeing

Vulnerabilities and Strengths Affect Our Wellbeing In the USA, we have many strengths. And, we have many vulnerabilities. Wellbeing in the USA is connected to our vulnerabilities and our strengths. Let’s explore how vulnerabilities and strengths affect our wellbeing and why I believe that our vulnerabilities are destroying us. Our Strengths Promote Our Wellbeing The

Wellbeing Cultivated through Kindness

Wellbeing Cultivated through Kindness Today’s post is brief because I need to step back and rekindle my faith in humanity. I want to believe in our ability to be humane towards each other. I want to trust that we will choose to be humane towards each other. I want to be kind towards those of

Wellbeing during Civil Unrest

Wellbeing during Civil Unrest We are in a time of civil unrest in the USA. Civil unrest affects our wellbeing. Let’s explore wellbeing during civil unrest. What Is Civil Unrest? Civil unrest consists of protests and speaking out which can disrupt the usual flow of society. There may be violence. In the case of Minnesota

Saving US through Wellbeing

Saving US through Wellbeing I am continuing my mission of positivity, optimism, and gratitude for 2026. We are living under authoritarianism. We save ourselves by safeguarding our collective wellbeing. Let’s delve into saving US through wellbeing. Collective Wellbeing Wellbeing is not an end game. We achieve wellbeing over time. Wellbeing is a process. My wellbeing

War Destroys Our Wellbeing

War Destroys Our Wellbeing I wanted to start the year with positivity, optimism, and gratitude. Then the Trump (henceforth referred to as the child that he is, Donald) Administration flooded our senses with images of destruction, imperialism, and misogyny. So, I am going to start my 2026 blog posts with positivity, optimism, and gratitude. We

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