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Let's Talk: Misinformation
Misinformation: Noun, "false or inaccurate information, especially that which is deliberately intended to deceive." Oxford Languages. Misinformation is essentially a virus, and it's everywhere today. A substantial majority of people in today's world overestimate their abilities to detect truth from falsehoods. The reason why this is important is that misinformation doesn't have to be just a tiny fib, it can be a targeted, blatant lie, which can put people's wellbeing in danger. It can additionally spread quickly and exponentially. If a person views an article or document that is misinformation...
Seek good news and paint the world with new colors
I think we're used to bad news. Everyday we’re told about the mistakes a government made, the violence of our society, tragedies and catastrophes. Scandals and commotion are prioritized over improvements of any kind. Those elements are essential because they’re part of our reality. Nevertheless, in my opinion, we’re being crowded with unhealthy negativism. I’m a great fan of “constructive criticism” because we have the right to express our thoughts but also the responsibility of asking ourselves “Is what I’m saying constructive or destructive?”. We’re responsible for what we tell and also for...
Confusion
Confusion!!!! Confusion is only a sign that your mind is active and thinking, trying to figure out ways to bring something new out of you. Everyone goes through this. It can create a whole mess in your life, or it can also create a whole haven for you just by choosing one option. And choosing that option was difficult for me. I used to think all day. I had so many days. I just went on thinking without any action. I even skipped so many opportunities. I even left jobs after trying, but each step was worth it. Because I understood this, I quit all opportunities and was confused because I didn't...
Mental Health during an Economic Crisis
An economic crisis takes a toll on everyone in the community. During these times it is normal to feel stressed. Uncertainty about the future, loss of income, inability to pay bills/repay debts, inflation and unemployment are some key causes that affect mental health. Some people may experience anxiety, depression, insomnia, social withdrawal, physical ailments, and other conditions. It is important to take care of our mental health during these tough times. Make time for resting and relaxation, engage in a hobby you love, and talk to someone close to you. It's totally okay to ask for help...
In my heart resides a speck
The world's a putrescent sight.
I open up my eyes in the morning that doesn't feel like morning anymore. The World's full of decay and furore. There's always a tint of depression I carry, why I carry is still not known. I now reminisce over the golden days I enjoyed earlier, why not now, I really can't show. There are ups and downs, troughs and crests, I wear a personality all distressed. Pulling me down, down and down, Into an ocean lacking perception and sound. I am a human being, fettered with the chains of emotion. I overthink, to forget the life of devotion. I am determined on breaking the monotony, the malediction cast...
Carry on living and fighting
#PeriodTalk : Let's talk about it on Menstrual Hygiene day
Mental Illness = NOT a Joke
Out of pain comes religious solidarity
Hello. As you may know yesterday there erupted two fires in two beloved, and incredibly important religious buildings; the Notre Dame in France and the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. I have seen far less information circulating about what occurred to the mosque in the same time, that seemingly, every news outlet in my Midwestern American town reported on the Notre Dame. I understand a larger part of the Cathedral may have burned, but I think it is a very sadly missed opportunity if people are not able to see that both these events happened on the same day. For those of us who believe in God, it...
This is why we love married men
I remember having a chat with a young woman and one discussion led to another and I asked her “Would you marry a man old enough to be your father?” She answered “Yes, why not? What is wrong with that?” Honestly, I tried to hide my biases, but I couldn’t hide my surprise. So, I asked again “Why a married man?” She said because they can cater to her needs. I also remember a Ghanaian actress once made a comment about women having to depend on men to sustain themselves. Of course she was dragged on social media for uttering such statement during her interview.
How to feel better
Sometimes life can get pretty difficult to deal with, but it's important to always get back on the right track. When it gets the hardest, that's when you need to work on yourself the most. No matter how old you are, everyday tasks can start to seem impossible; even a simple "getting out of bed" can become a daily struggle. That's when you know that something's wrong with you. When I say "wrong" I don't mean that you're bad, unhealthy or broken. To me it simply means that you need a break to collect yourself and there's nothing wrong with taking a step back. Today's generation has to deal with...
What looks similar, might not be that similar
Sometimes we wonder, why should we go to a place that’s similar? Why should we spend our money going to that area? This story will tell you why going to those kinds of places is worth the trip. In March 2019, I was invited to Kuantan Malaysia by Rotary Club Indera Putra Mahkota to speak at a youth event. It was my first time to speak abroad. I’m from Indonesia. Indonesia and Malaysia are like siblings because they share so many things in common. In fact, many people that I met there said that they have a relative or have been to Indonesia. As a result, I could catch up on their language which...
Promote what you love instead of bashing what you hate
The Secret
How to cope with negative thoughts?
Burnout in the Age of Hustle Culture - A World Mental Health Day Tribute
Good mental health? I hold it hostage. Guardians of my mindset attempt reconcile – But remain limp in bondage. I know I’ve got this. Breathing in deep oxygen I haven’t earned – With nothing in return? I don’t deserve it. It’ll be worth it. Just a few more months running on hope A vision of the future a utopia wrote – I want it. No other option but to keep on slugging. Running on 1%, struggling, Too anxious to stop my mind from whirring, It’s hurting, I’m burning - Out. I’m running away from the dream as if hot coals scold my feet, Looking back at what I have achieved that I can no longer reach...
Mind of a Teen!
Mind of a Teen! Sometimes Happy, Sometimes Sad, Sometimes a bit Furious, Sometimes Okay! But, still filling the surroundings, with happiness! Finding new ways, creating new ways, for the new world! Having the most busiest minds, In the world! Ideas flourishing, Around and Around! Ideas implementing, Around and Around! This is the, Mind of a Teen! Which everyone needs to understand! They aren't mad, Indeed they are the revolutionaries of this world! This is the, 'Mind of a Teen!'