belief-based energy vs. LoC-based energy
Self-esteem is a product of belief which can be manipulated by the ego. In fact, the ego is beliefs. Conversely, innate energy is concordant with level of consciousness.
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frugality
"careful management of material resources and especially money" -- merriam-webster.
wabi-sabi philosophy
"the most conspicuous and characteristic feature of what we think of as traditional Japanese beauty." (wabi - beauty in simplicity, sabi-passage of time).
PragerU
"The world's leading conservative nonprofit... We educate millions of Americans and young people about the values that make America great" -- prageru.com.
conscription / military draft
State-mandated enlistment of people in a national service, mainly a military service. Conscription dates back to antiquity and it continues in some countries to the present day under various names -- wikipedia.
"Your existence brings me joy"
Priority request: This is a silent blessing I have been saying to people lately.
knock on wood
"said in order to avoid bad luck, either when you mention good luck that you have had in the past or when you mention hopes you have for the future" -- Cambridge dictionary.
mantra: I seek not to judge but to understand with compassion and forgiveness
Request: A mantra I do often when driving, it seems to help.
"Department of Defense" vs. "Department of War"
President "Trump’s [executive] order directs the federal government to recognize the new name and title in 'official correspondence, public communications, ceremonial contexts and nonstatutory documents within the executive branch'" -- nytimes.
perseverance
"The quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult" -- merriam-webster.
speed reading
Any of many techniques claiming to improve one's ability to read quickly. Speed-reading methods include chunking and minimizing subvocalization -- wikipedia.
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: to give
Request: in contrast to acquisition and gain.
positive expectations
A posture toward all of life.
white noise
Request: [sound of] rain and thunder, waves crashing on beach, fire crackling, wind howling, train sounds, etc...