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The Urgency of Youth Representation

Activism | Relationships Summary. Imagine a person who’s brain is only partially operational. Their thoughts, words, decisions, and behavior would likely be impeded. So it is also true when a society does not have an open balanced democratic dialog and political system which includes all people of the society regardless of age or gender. If a… Continue reading The Urgency of Youth Representation

Wartime Language Used by Civilians On The Ground

Effective Living > Communications > Language Summary. Wartime language and military language have increasingly found their way into mainstream communications. This document provides a brief history of this. Iraq War Influence. On 20 March 2003, the U.S. war in Iraq began. As non-stop news coverage of the war flooded the airwaves, the language of war… Continue reading Wartime Language Used by Civilians On The Ground

Film and Movie Information Resources

Effective Living > Technology > Video Summary. Below are movie, video, and film information resources. AOL Movies – “Movie showtimes, theaters, movie tickets, & everything movies – Moviefone” Apple Movie Trailers – High definition movie previews that can be downloaded with QuickTime Pro. Dove.org – Films that are most popular in theaters are typically those with a G,… Continue reading Film and Movie Information Resources

Building a More Effective Military Defense for Greater National and Global Security Through Humanitarian Relief and Sustainability

Activism Summary. In tough economic times, it’s even more essential to achieve the greatest value from money spent on defense and national security. A nation’s armed forces and military personnel must be fully trained and equipped to meet modern threats to national security. The threats we face today are like none we’ve ever faced before. For… Continue reading Building a More Effective Military Defense for Greater National and Global Security Through Humanitarian Relief and Sustainability

Open Source Marriage Creative Commons Wedding Vows

Relationships Summary. This page offers open source marriage creative commons wedding vows created by ResourcesForLife.com for public use. The ceremony below assumes a wedding ceremony of a groom and bride to be performed by a Magistrate. Modifications can be made as needed. * * * MAGISTRATE: We are gathered here today to celebrate the marriage of… Continue reading Open Source Marriage Creative Commons Wedding Vows

The Space of Our Desire – A Story of Smaller and Simpler Living featured in Off Deadline

Effective Living > Housing > Building Green | Environment Summary. The Space of our Desire is a compelling story by Kurt Cunningham about smaller and simpler living. The story was featured in the Fall 2009 print version of The Daily Iowan magazine, Off Deadline and appeared in the online edition with the title Tiny Space,… Continue reading The Space of Our Desire – A Story of Smaller and Simpler Living featured in Off Deadline

The Gender Continuum Matrix and the Cultural Shift Towards Gender Transcendence

Relationships Summary. This document considers the Gender Continuum Matrix as an indicator of social gender complexity and the cultural shift toward gender transcendence in society. Gender Continuum Matrix. The gender continuum matrix is a simple evaluative tool for examining gender relationships in society. Generally speaking, most people have measurable physical and emotional gender traits. Gender… Continue reading The Gender Continuum Matrix and the Cultural Shift Towards Gender Transcendence

Relationships: Friend for a Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime

Relationships Summary. The writing below is based on an email that has been circulating. It offers an interesting insight into relationships. * * * A Reason, A Season, A Lifetime People generally come into your life for a Reason, a Season or a Lifetime. Understanding this principle can enhance your relationships by helping you better… Continue reading Relationships: Friend for a Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime

Send Your Love by Sting – Example of Pay it Forward Thinking – Music Video, Lyrics, and Streaming Audio Song Player

Activism Summary. The music video Send Your Love by Sting shows examples of the future impact of our kindness today. Also known as love activism, this form of outreach is often overlooked or considered schmaltzy. However, it can have a huge impact. Future impact studies allow us to see the long-term and repercussive impact of the domino effect… Continue reading Send Your Love by Sting – Example of Pay it Forward Thinking – Music Video, Lyrics, and Streaming Audio Song Player

If Today Was Your Last Day by Nikelback

Effective Living > Music Summary. The music video If Today Was Your Last Day by Nickelback (not Nickleback) is an inspirational song and video about living every day and every moment with love, passion, and intention. [ iTunes ] Message. The song begins with these words, “My best friend gave me the best advice. He… Continue reading If Today Was Your Last Day by Nikelback