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Sorry if this isn't the spot for this, but I just wanted to know your thoughts. So I was listening to my local radio and they were playing something by what sounded like a political comic. Sadly, I only caught the tail end of his bit, but it was some intense stuff. He was talking about how War is nothing more than a profit based business designed to keep "us" (the lower classes) distracted from the shady deals and dirty money switching hands. He kept playing clips from a debate that was held recently (I think it was a Florida debate, I didn't catch it) and commenting on the candidate responses. One gentleman said that if we were to just "end the wars" there would be a lot of people without work and the unemployment status would sky rocket. The comic then began to get a little heated up, he talked about all the money that would be saved from ending these NEEDLESS wars with countries that did nothing but live on land that contained oil. He talked about how he visited Libya before it became a war zone and the Libyans were some of the nicest people he ever met. They were just like you and me, working day to day to make a life for their families. Farmers, teachers, laborers, just normal people. He said all the money saved from ruining these communities could go to creating more jobs in renewable resources to move away from planet harming resources and creating jobs in our healthcare system to make it better for the country and jobs in our school systems to make them ALL great schools to produce better and more capable students that will join the workforce and stand a chance in this insane capital market. He then said "or hey, maybe that money could go to feeding the thousands of Americas that are starving in the streets! But that's not good business folks. There's too much money to be made off of killing innocent folk" And proceeded to shout "WARS ARE LIES" a few times. He, of course, spoke a little about Iran and said that there is no doubt in his mind that we will be at war with Iran soon. "There's too much money to lose by NOT going to war with them." He spoke about how it makes him sick that Trump can sit in his cushy chair and threaten that "WE" will go to war with Iran, but it's not him. It's US that will be out there dying to "defend" some made up prerogative, our brothers, sisters, and children will be the ones dying, not Trump. He will just be sitting back taking in all the money and passing it along to his buddies The NRA, Big Oil, and all the companies that produce the weapons and gear for war. So what do you guys think? Are "All wars lies"?

I worry that sometimes we get so caught up in this stuff that we are just fooling ourselves into ignoring what is going on... All of this is very helpful to calm yourself and gain deeper understanding and perspective, but what are we doing other than self enlightenment and self-searching? I can't help but feel there is a lot of self focus going on when we could be really doing stuff in the world. If everyone would stop focusing on themselves and decide what needs to be done and go for it, we could be a force. But that thought seems to be the vast minority... God it can be so depressing can't it... I wish there was something that could really be done besides just sitting by and watching the world explode

It's a really sad thing to do, especially when you are raised in an environment where family is EVERYTHING. But you can't help someone that doesn't want to change. You'd have better luck walking through a wall. YOU can only control, change, and live for YOU. No one else can live your life for you. Sometimes you have to do the hardest things in the world to get where you want to be. No one said it would be sunshine and rainbows the whole way.

No one can hurt you without YOUR permission. None of these past events can effect you without YOUR permission. Everything you are going through is all just part of growing up. You got a taste of freedom and now you are back under your parents' roof. It's a hard thing to adjust to, but it's not impossible. Alternatively, you could move out if you want to live under your rules and not your parents' rules. It's their house so you need to respect that no matter how crazy they act because, at the end of the day, once you are 18 they don't have to take care of you anymore. Just try to appreciate what you have and work for the things you don't have. Live in the NOW because the past doesn't exist anymore, it happened, it's over. The future doesn't exist yet, there are infinite possibilities and YOU have the power to decide where to go, but the future won't happen unless you live NOW.

@Leo Gura so nice

you mean the Kriya Yoga everyday and not the psychedelics right? lol that sounds like it would be an intense life to live

HA! that had me rolling lmao

Amen But we have to try and stay even a little hopeful and become more involved, apathy for politics is the EXACT reason we are where we are right now. If we REALLY care, we have to show it! It is MANDATORY in some countries to vote, but our country has spent decades trying to distract the people with all the new shiny things and fidget spinners and creating the idea that our vote doesn't matter. Well guess what? IT DOES! Otherwise, they wouldn't spend millions every year on lying to voters about their part in the election and making it so that majority of the African American Community (which normally votes Democrat) is unable to vote because they were arrested for a little baggie of weed in their pocket. The system WORKS. It works so good that the people in charge have made it their GOAL to keep us from participating, and they are winning! What a disgusting blotch on the painting that is "America's History".

That's not gonna happen. Even if they do find out something wend down with Russia, all they can do is Impeach him. That doesn't mean he will get removed, Bill Clinton was Impeached for desecrating the Oval Office. All that means is they will bring charges against him and he may get a bunch of fines. The only way a president can be removed from office is if Congress votes him out or if he is found mentally unfit to hold the position (like Reagan at the end). If that happens, then the next in command, Pence, will take over. The only hope America has is elections in 2020. I do hope Hilary comes back, but the odds of her winning are still pretty low because morons can't let go of one mistake she made. We need to make sure we are informed and involved, otherwise Trump is looking at a second term. It all starts at the Local level but it only works if EVERYONE is doing it Trump won because the people of America were expecting Obama to be our Messiah from everything happening and no one took into consideration that in order for a Democrat to get anything done, he kind of needs a Democrat strong Congress. But it was Republican strong and they did everything to stop him from getting anything done. For Example, I love how everyone seems to forget that Obama was the one to propose meeting with Kim Jung Un (probably spelled that wrong lol) FIRST and everyone, Trump included, kept saying that "you don't talk with people like that" and calling Obama out for even suggesting it. But magically Trump is the "greatest leader for change" for meeting with him and giving him everything he asked for and getting NOTHING in return but a "promise" to end the nuclear program. Ugh it makes me so mad! I honestly feel like Trump is stuck in stage Red because he doesn't care about anyone but himself and MAYBE his rich buddies, but that's only because they give him more money. Ugh it's so upsetting!

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Practicing how to do two different curl styles. I like the right side better, personally lol

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Hey guys! So I have been trying to push myself out of my comfort zone so that I can write some lyrics for my own song. I'm at a blockage point, because I am kind of stuck on the lyrics I have so far. Any advise? Key: Black- I'm okay with the wording, but if you have better suggestions let me know Orange- Not sure about the word choice Red- Absolutely hate, but can't think of anything else at the moment. Verse 1: What's this feeling inside? Can't get the thought of your kiss off of my mind Never thought that love could ever feel this good Your tender touch You know I never can hold a grudge 'Cause I could never imagine life without you By my side Chorus: So let's run away, run away From this place We can get away, get away From this craziness Come follow me, follow me On this melody, melody We'll be happy, happy Once we're finally free! I would love any constructive criticism, please don't be too mean though lol I'm not much of a writer so this is my best try Thank you

2018_07_16_12_31_49.mp3 Here's the sound. I messed up at the end, but you get the point lol

Hey guys! So I have been working on this song and I have made a little progress and would like your thoughts The sound and flow is still the same as this recording: (I will post a new recording later today so you can hear it with the new words) 2018_06_12_12_07_53 (1).mp3 I changed a few of the words and added a second verse. What do you think? What’s this feeling inside? I tried to run, but now I can’t hide Never thought that love could ever feel this good Your tender touch Can’t fight it ‘cuz I love it so much And I could never imagine life without you By my side (Chorus) So let’s run away, run away From this place, place We can get away, get away From this craziness Come follow me, follow me On this melody, melody We’ll be happy, happy So, let’s see where this leads! Always gave more than I should Never felt like I was any good Life just seemed to keep on beating me down But you saw me You saw right through my insecurities And there is nothing that can stop us now From being free! ANY suggestions or changes are greatly appreciated! I am now trying to figure out what I can do for the bridge, so if you have any ideas, let me know! Thank you!

I agree, Just do it little by little with breaks in between to help keep you grounded and present. @Violina I promise you are not the only one to feel this way. I felt like this for a bit, so I just took a step back from it and just focused on living a bit. Do some yoga or maybe get your partner involved in some excising with you, if you are able. It will be a chance for you two to spend some time together and it helps keep you healthy and energized through out the day. It's really a good way to start the day if you are into waking up early to exercise a bit lol

Those are some really mean words to tell your child I'm so sorry you had to listen to such a harsh LIE. You don't need anyone to be happy. If you feel like you are not ready for that, then don't stress it. Enjoy your life! It is way easier and cheaper to do things as a single person. There are people getting married at 70! It is NEVER too late for it. As for children, just wait till you are in the position for it. Kids are expensive and tend to put A LOT on hold. Not to say they aren't wonderful little miracles, but you can't really do a lot till they get older lol I can understand your mom's concern. She just wants to make sure you are happy and living a life you are proud of. So you know the solution to that? Just live the life YOU are proud and happy with! Don't be insecure or second guess yourself. If you live with confidence and show you are happy, NO ONE can question your life choices. (a little confidence doesn't hurt in the dating department either)

I've only seen one video so far, "Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself". I liked it He was definitely describing the old me when he talked about the excuses we make to not change. I feel like didn't have a real change in my personality till my car crash. I'm glad I didn't have to hit a lower point to finally realize the need for change. I know I have a ways to go, but I'm happier with the person I am today than who I was before

Hey guys, been gone for a little bit, but I have been continuing my journey to discover my "non-self" (if that's the correct way to put it lol) but I have run into a bit of an issue with something. Now, I live in the USA and there has been A LOT going on here and it seems sometimes like there is no end to it all. I have talked to a few different people about voting and how important it is, because I truly believe that if everyone followed the system the way it was INTENDED, we COULD make a better country for ourselves and our children. But the more I spoke to them, the more discouraged I would get. EVERY SINGLE PERSON I spoke to would respond with "don't put your trust in the government" or "the system is too far gone, there is no point". Even fellow Christians would say some bullshit like "leave it all in God's hands, He will take care of it". I understand that these are all constructs of the Ego, and I DO trust that nothing is impossible for God to handle, but I also feel like we are a part of this system, so we have a responsibility to act by educating ourselves and making informed voting choices. I don't trust the government. It is very corrupt and full of some very selfish people. These people have spent the last few decades marketing the idea that "Our Vote doesn't make a difference" and that "We can't change the system", and we have ALLOWED them to win. I honestly have no clue what I want to ask about this, but I am just so frustrated and wondering what I should do. 56% of Americans DID NOT VOTE in the 2016 Elections (myself included) and now we are stuck with the mess we have now. How do you get 56% to care again? I can't help but worry for our country when no one is willing to step up and use the system to our COUNTRY'S advantage and stop these people from using it for THEIR advantage. Any response would be greatly appreciated, because I am seriously at a loss here you guys.

lol thank you, I think I needed a little humor to snap me out of this worried mindset. It can be so overwhelming for one person. But I am feeling a little better to laugh about it

Then the government REALLY won't have to worry about the masses catching on to the clear shadiness because we won't only HAVE the silly kitten videos, we will BE the sill kitten videos lol

yeah. The internet has made us very weird lol

That's basically what I was about to say lol While I do agree with @SFRL and @Scholar on some things they said, it just seems like America is just so jaded and ungrateful for what we have. We have so many freedoms and opportunities here, but we chose to be sucked into social media and kitten videos when we could be making real decisions for the future of our Country. I hate trying to talk about this because I worry I come off as insincere, or worse, naive lol but I have been feeling a strong urge lately to make a change, but I just don't know how. I don't really travel ever so I barely know what's up with my neighboring city, let alone the whole country. But this has made me feel like I am part of the problem with America and I want to know what I can do to make some sort of difference.