Summary This document offers the latest news and information about the electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, as well as some context and commentary about the EV industry. Alternatives Regarding transportation needs, some people would say that we don’t need better cars, we need better cities. For residents of sustainable cities and walkable communities, cars are less… Continue reading Rivian News 2023
Author: Greg Johnson
Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com
Body Image Report 2023
Summary This document provides news and information about body image altering methods, trends, and outcomes as of 2023. This document does not address the separate unrelated topic of gender altering surgery. The information here is only related to amplifying or diminishing attributes by those wanting to stay within their gender assigned at birth. More on… Continue reading Body Image Report 2023
Home Exercise Report 2023
Summary Establishing a home-based workout can save time, save money, and result in fewer excuses to skip a workout. At home, there’s no waiting during circuit training to access a weight station. This document offers some suggestions and considerations for establishing a home workout routine. Remember that any significant change in diet or exercise should… Continue reading Home Exercise Report 2023
Social Media Report 2023
Summary This document provides some highlights of important news and events relating to the impact of social media on society. Entries are below in chronological order with the most recent at the top. Source and date are provided in the heading of each entry. For additional news and context, read “Social Media Report 2022.” News… Continue reading Social Media Report 2023
Population Report 2023
Summary Population topics and issues are regularly in the news. This page offers news and reports for 2023. For more, read Population Report 2022 and also the Population Resources page. Gardening The gardening image at the top of this page shows quality of life that’s made possible by clean air, quality soil, flourishing pollinators, food… Continue reading Population Report 2023
Indigenous Report 2023
Summary Indigenous news and topics have grown in the sphere of broader public awareness due to several factors. This page offers some related commentary and news. Maturing in Character A thoughtful individual has awareness of context and surroundings. One begins to look around to see others and consider them — perhaps expressed as holding the… Continue reading Indigenous Report 2023
Gender Report 2023
Summary June is Pride Month — a time when issues of gender become a focus of news and conversation around the world. This report provides reference to a variety of gender-related topics and news updated for 2023. This is an evolving document and will be updated over time. For more related to this topic, read… Continue reading Gender Report 2023
Target Pride Display 2023
Summary In May 2023, Target became the focus of a controversy over their Pride Display. Some products presented on a few shelves were setup in preparation for Pride Month which is observed in June to support the LGBTQIA+ community. Those opposed to the queer-themed products described them as a satanic effort to push transgender clothing… Continue reading Target Pride Display 2023
Sleep Report 2023
Summary This document provides information about why and how to get better sleep. Entries are chronological with the most recent at the top. The title of each entry includes the source and date. Last year’s sleep report is also available. [View 2022 Report] PBS NewsHour (21 May 2023) “Not getting enough sleep? Here’s how researchers… Continue reading Sleep Report 2023
GOP Leadership Report 2023
Summary This report is an update and continuation of the “GOP Leadership Report 2022” with additional news and commentary for 2023. More content will be added to this report in the months ahead. Update: 27 Aug 2023 There continues to be a tug of war over the tone, values, and temperament of the Republican Party.… Continue reading GOP Leadership Report 2023
Napoleon Hill: “You are the master of your destiny.”
“You are the master of your destiny. You can influence, direct and control your own environment. You can make your life what you want it to be.” ~ Napoleon Hill Background Quotes have not been posted to this website since April 2012, about 11 years ago. At that time some quotes were posted to the… Continue reading Napoleon Hill: “You are the master of your destiny.”
Diversity Report 2023
Summary This page provides some news and information related to the topic of diversity in 2023. There are people who support diversity initiatives and those who resist them. This document seeks to provide basic information about diversity. A brief overview of the diversity criticisms is provided, but the rest of this document focuses on benefits… Continue reading Diversity Report 2023