Is Global Warming Real?

Is Global Warming Real?

Real, perhaps, but the question is: Is it MAN (and woman!) made or naturally occuring? Is it cyclical? Are we causing it (isn't that a bit arrogant to think we can alter nature?). Can we change nature?

 

If we caused it, can we fix it, too? So, we are so powerful we can affect nature, a nature that has existed for billions of years. And, we also can change it back to "okay".

 

Is it wise to spend resources of time, thinking, money, etc. in a futile effort and squander the opportunity to address real problems we can affect, and to a much greater degree? We have limited resources, we have to prioritize.

 

People are starving while self-proclaimed enviromentalists (a name that may imply that the rest of us are anti-environment) burn gas in leer jets, get carried about in limos and eat lobster... spending tons of mulah - money that can be better directed.

 

Btw, did those holier than thous in Copenhangen ever hear of VIDEO CONFERENCING? Would do the earth some good. Hypocrites! Practice what you preach OR, better yet, stop preaching and start doing something and stop being part of the problem!

 

One good act is more valuable than 1 million hypocritical soundbites!

 

I don't need to believe in global warming to be pro-environment. Believing it won't make me more environmental than I ALREADY am. In fact, it might make me be LESS environmental because, if the HYPE is legit, we can't change things so let's party it up!

 

Certain groups think they need to lie, propagandize and sensationalize to make a point. But, ultimately, it becomes a case of "the boy who cried wolf" and they lose credibility.

 

Be skeptical and demand facts.

We don't want to be hyped into things.

 

Simply observe good practices regardless. Walk when you can. Don't leave the light on. Same old stuff we knew before this global warming stuff hit the fan. We can't do anything more than we are already doing, anyway!

 

 

 

Concerned citizen seeking facts, not hype and propaganda!

 

Leave Anger Till Last

When someone insults you, the inclination is to strike back with fury. Or, get all flustered and just walk away.

 

In fact, the best thing to do is take a deep breath and wait a second. The power of the pause. See, there is no hurry. Yet, we think we have to be quick. We don't.

 

So, the first thing to do is take a deep breath and collect your thoughts.

Then, remember, there is no race to get the rebuttal in.

 

 

More on this issue next time.

 

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Conquer Fears

This morning I was awaken by a woman.

She was rattling on, "Someone is parked in the driveway! I've never seen the car before."

I was very tired. Why, it was 6 am and I had gone to bed late.

As such, I was in a tough mood. Without any weapons in hand, I thundered out the door. Half way there I noticed a vehicle. The windows were very tinted so I hurried back in the house for a flashlight.

As I approached the vehicle I was amazed at my bravado. I hadn't entertained the risk factor. Another emotion was firmly in control: Anger at being woken and the sense that my property had been violated.

It was pitch black and I could barely make out the car.

I yelled out, "What in the --- are you doing in my DRIVEWAY! You damn well woke me up!"

There was not a shred of fear in me. I was being fueled by other feelings that muscled out any sense of fear.

There was no answer.

I aimed the light in through the driver's seat window. Then I walked around the vehicle dousing it with light. But, I couldn't see a thing, they car's tinting was too great.

I then went in and grabbed some iron and brought out my 2 medium sized black dogs.

I hid the weapon nearby. I did not want to instigate anything, it was there as a backup.

Still no action from the car.

While I was pretty tough, I took no provocative actions such as attempting to open the door. It was enough to let them know I was there and was no easy prey.

Of course, I did not know if anyone was actually in the car, but I assumed as such.

I wrote down the license plate, with the aid of my flashlight. I felt like a cop.

I opted to go in the house and call the police.

Moments later I heard a door open. And then a slam. Then I saw the car start up and drive off down the road.

Now, I am not sure if they were in the car of had left it there and then went off somewhere else and returned.

Think of the fears you have. Then think about the actual risk I took. Yet somehow I managed to suppress any inkling of fear. I had it in me. Now, if I could handle such a situation without a morsel of fear, why would I fear other things?

Now, whether it was wise for me to do as I did is another matter. I had no clue who was in my car, it could have been a mass murderer on the run.

The point is that I was able to suppress any fear because I fixated on the objective and the sense that I was in the right. In addition, I was too tired to think "rationally".

So, each of us can in fact overcome our fear of doing whatever it is we are thinking of doing (say, starting a business), we just need to somehow conjure up the right mindset.

In addition, we have to put the fear into perspective. We are taking NO physical risk when we attempt something. In fact, we are taking no psychological risk - if we simply choose to NOT dwell on any negative outcome.

Yet... many of us have no fear in the face of real danger yet would get all nervous at the thought of taking some risk.

Perspective.

Then again, perhaps the creeps come back. Having thought about the incident, I now am significantly more apprehensive.

So, if something happens and we don't meet again... please just remember to put your fears into perspective when you take a risk that involves no true danger to life and limb.

Matt Carr
http://mindgoodies.com/

To Net Success, Keep Pushing!

Sometimes it seems as if we are just spinning our wheels. We are trying to net success in our life, but are getting nowhere.

 

Well, now is no time to stop. Keep on keeping on.

 

Maybe you need to take a new approach.

 

Now, let me get this straight: You do not keep pounding your head on a wall. Find out the right path and keep at it. To net success one will have to have endurance and fortitude.

 

Now, I know you have it because you have everything anyone successful has.

 

So, to net success you have to keep at it.

Matt Goodson

http://MindGoodies.com

 

Depression In The U.S.A.

Roughly 10% of the American populace suffers from depression. Of course, few seek out treatment.

 

One treatment is to seek out a cognitive behavior therapist. Another is the medicinal route.

 

None of these are cheap, but this is a case where opening up the wallet is justifiable. It's a strange thing how people will spend big on things of minor importance yet be reluctant to seek out professional help, due to cost.

 

Sound mental health is utterly important... much more than status, excess materialism, etc.

 

Please note: Everything stated here is for entertainment purposes only. The hope is that you won't feel isolated, alone. The hope is it can spur you to seek out professional help.

 

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Home Self Defense

Don't wait till you are victimized to prepare! Protect your home, starting today.

 

Many think, "Gee, nothing has happened before so nothing will!" Remember, that is what every victim used to think! Not that you will become a victim of a crime if you think this. It's simply that it has no bearing. It's not like criminals are psychic and go after those who think they are invincible. It's largely CHANCE, location and opportunity. And those are not a function of your sense of odds.

 

A good self defense strategy is to have a weapon is every room. No, not a M16 or a machette, but anything that can function as a weapon, should you be confronted by an intruder.

 

Many things will suffice. That chair over there? The lamp Grandma Sue gifted you? The coffee stained cup on your table? That can be hurled at a thug, to at least send the message that you are no picnic. That can send them a packin!

 

Just look around your house. Sure, you love that chair! It's one of a kind. But, it could save your life, one day, and that supercedes it's intended value.

 

I have a baseball bat under my bed. And, in the living room, another one. In the kitchen is a steel bar. In the garage a multitude of potential weapons. Etc.

 

No. I'm not advocating that you adopt a survivalist mentality and live in fear. Though, if that's your bag...

 

I'm simply saying that self defense requires proactive planning and getting in touch with reality (i.e. just because it hasn't happened tells us nothing). As hard as it is for humans to understand, extrapolating the recent into infinity is ill-advised. The crook heeds not your predictions.

 

Matt Carr

http://MindGoodies.com

 

Eliminating The Danger That Stands On Your Door Step

I once had a young woman living next to me. She told me that the prior  night someone had banged on her door, late at night. So, she felt COMPELLED to open the door! Fortunately, the guy was just odd, rather than dangerous, and just looking for a prior resident. But, it could have turned out bad.

 

The moral of the short story is: Install a peep-hole in your door and use it. Never feel embarassed about not opening the door.

 

If you can't make out who it is, don't open the door.

 

If you hear a knock at your door late at night, the first thing to do is to take a deep breath.

 

Then grab a weapon. Some will say, "Don't do that, they'll use it against you!"

 

That's insane. Someone who would venture into someone's house late at night, knowing full well someone is there (car is a big hint and your actions), has evil intent to begin with.

 

Then, grab your cell phone and carry it with you.

 

Always have backup batteries! And backup of that. Be sure they are in your nightstand by your bed and have batteries in other places, as well.

 

I will give you many other tips, but I don't want to overwhelm you. That will serve little purpose.

 

If the person hovers around, call 911. Always be one step ahead of trouble.

 

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