Israel-Palestine conflict
Plus a calibration of Hamas.
Brian Gibbs
Saint Carlo Acutis
An English-born Italian Catholic schoolboy. He was noted for his cheerfulness, computer skills, and deep devotion to the Eucharist, which becomes a core theme of his life. He was canonized as a saint on Sept. 7, 2025 -- wikipedia.
Arvo Pärt
Part is often identified with the school of minimalism and, more specifically, that of mystic minimalism or holy minimalism. He is considered a pioneer of the latter style -- wikipedia.
speed reading
Any of many techniques claiming to improve one's ability to read quickly. Speed-reading methods include chunking and minimizing subvocalization -- wikipedia.
investing in the stock market to increase ones wealth
Priority request.
21 (movie, 2008)
The film is inspired by the story of the MIT Blackjack Team as told in Bringing Down the House, the best-selling 2003 book by Ben Mezrich. The film stars Jim Sturgess, Kevin Spacey, Laurence Fishburne, Kate Bosworth -- wikipedia.
a prayer for inner peace
How I've been praying lately.
art of Hilma af Klint
Priority request. Her "later period abstract art (1906–1920) delved into symbolism with a combination of geometry, figuration, scientific research and religious practices. Her studies of organic growth, including shells and flowers, helped her portray life through a spiritual lens" -- wikipedia.
intention: relying upon a Savior
"The Good News" is that your intention to rely upon a Savior is healing, and all your problems are solved (as long as you let go of the ego payoffs first). Thus, it is the gateway to joy.
Charisma University
This program from Charlie Houpert, structured as a 6-week course, is divided into several modules covering key areas such as first impressions, confidence, expert conversation, storytelling, presence and magnetism, and leadership -- BraveAI.
mantra: nothing has happened, nothing will happen
Request: Good reminder. Helps to stay still.
intention: to give
Request: in contrast to acquisition and gain.
King Charles III, formerly Prince Charles
Charles, Prince of Wales, at the age of 73 became King upon the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth on Sept. 8, 2022.
1 Corinthians 13:4-7 (Lamsa translation)
Love is long-suffering and kind...
negative expectations
Reifies the positionality "I knew things wouldn't work out."