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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

Fixing Failed Political, Religious, and Economic Institutions

Lifeways Summary. Our social problems (such as war, poverty, crime, drugs, vandalism, and exploitation) are to society what illness is to the body. Like illnesses, the majority of them are preventable and caused by human choices and actions rather than some phenomenon of nature. Blame. The blame for our societal problems is often placed on… Continue reading Fixing Failed Political, Religious, and Economic Institutions

Sign of the Times – The New York Times Sells Readers Like Cattle to Highest Bidder – Including Hackers

Activism Summary. Many years ago, the New York Times made an administrative decision that wasn’t necessarily in the best interest of its readers, but did promise to produce more revenue for the corporate executives running the operation. The paper chose to begin running pop-up ads, a practice that most people find offensive, annoying, and an… Continue reading Sign of the Times – The New York Times Sells Readers Like Cattle to Highest Bidder – Including Hackers

You are a part of the collective brain of humanity.

Effective Living Summary. This is a short thought provoking writing about how the Internet shapes the collective thoughts and memory of humanity. If you are reading this, you are part of the collective. Welcome. Consider You are a blogger, a photographer, a videographer, a creative writer, a technical problem solver, a member of the independent… Continue reading You are a part of the collective brain of humanity.

LiveScribe Pulse SmartPen for Windows and Apple Mac

Technology | Effective Living Summary. The LiveScribe Pulse SmartPen is a device that records audio as you write on paper. The audio and notes can be transferred from the pen to a computer using the LiveScribe Desktop software for Windows or Apple (Mac) computers. Search and Find. Because the software includes handwriting recognition capabilities, it… Continue reading LiveScribe Pulse SmartPen for Windows and Apple Mac

Universal Design – Making Resources, Information, and Learning Accessible

Effective Living Summary. This document provides information and resources about Universal Design to expand understanding and broaden the use of Universal Design methods. Narrow Views. Universal Design is most narrowly and commonly understood as a response to the legal regulations addressing disability discrimination that require federal and state institutions to make services and resources equally available… Continue reading Universal Design – Making Resources, Information, and Learning Accessible

Iowa City Human Rights Commission – Vacancies Announcement

Serve your Community on the IOWA CITY HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION There are three vacancies to fill, consisting of three-year terms (Jan. 1, 2010 – Dec. 31, 2013). The Commission acts to disseminate information and educate the public on illegal discrimination and human rights through outreach programming and activities including but not limited to:  Issues… Continue reading Iowa City Human Rights Commission – Vacancies Announcement

Vertigo and Dizziness Cured by Yoga Postures and Practice

Health Summary. Some anecdotal experience suggests that yoga practice may help reduce or eliminate dizziness. Resources. Here are a few articles on the topic. CTDS.info – My experience with natural treatments for vertigo – “I did yoga and other stretching exercises to relax the muscles in and around my head, ears and neck. I think… Continue reading Vertigo and Dizziness Cured by Yoga Postures and Practice

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Gregory Johnson – Personal Update 200908

Gregory Paul Johnson – Personal Update 200908 | 31 August 2009 | Monday Summary. This is the monthly personal update for Gregory Johnson. Life categories are now listed alphabetically rather than in order of increasing interdependence described on the map page. For August 2009, for the first time in about nine years, there was no… Continue reading Gregory Johnson – Personal Update 200908