The Myth of an American “Century of”Shame"—Derek Hudley’s The American Century of Shame is here. Here is what he got wrong. Derek is among a growing number of political commentators who now claim that the United States has entered a permanent age of decline. They frame the present moment as a civilizational collapse, often borrowing emotionally charged historical analogies and collapse language. This is one recent version of this narrative that labels the modern United States as entering a new “century of shame,” compares America to Qing-era China, and asserts that China is replacing the United States as the world’s dominant power. This argument feels compelling on the surface because it resonates with cultural anxiety, political frustration, left-wing (progressive) feelings of having lost and being doomed, and economic uncertainty. However, Derek’s and other Doom-and-Gloom approaches do not survive real systems analysis.

Raised poor in Alabama,I grew up in darkness--literally and emotionally.Lights cut off,chaos at the door,gunshots hitting the ground while we were still kids.But in between the fear,there was joy:a mean rooster,fig trees,a dog named Pup Pup and laughter that keeps us alive.The struggle didn't break me--it built me.

The Read & Reflect New Year Journal Challenge invites readers to slow down and connect more deeply with what they read. By pairing books with simple reflection prompts, this approach transforms reading into a mindful practice one that nurtures curiosity, emotional awareness, and personal growth throughout the year.

This story is about lover m*rderers in England. They did horrific things to teens and kids for a period of time. When they got caught they did life.

They are back. Here is another reply from The Society of Problem Solvers… “Also you can have a constitution to address the things mentioned (like property rights). In fact that is exactly what America was - a decentralized (for the time) system with a constitution. We need it further decentralized now and made transparent in order to fix it. It has become fully corrupted.” Now, here is my reply… Your statement has a true premise; however, you then overreach as expected. So, let’s look at definitions that truly matter. First, let’s start with Decentralization, which pushes decision power downward (federal to state to local), which is what the current President is advocating. I trust him more than an ad hack committee on the internet. Now, back to the definition. Decentralization pushes this power downward, so fewer people control more things.

Abiogenesis: The Trap of Atheism So how does atheism fit into our world, or more accurately, into our worldview? Atheists often proclaim that their lack of belief in a god is simply a harmless view, and therefore, they do not make a truth claim. Yet is that really the case? Let us now take a look at how atheism really operates as a civilizational operating system, how it governs beliefs without a transcendent Creator. Join me as I conduct this analysis to expose its structure, control points, and survival flaws. So let's set the stage; we will focus on logic alone.

The manifesto preliminary on intelligence, stewardship, and the threshold Every era that encounters superior intelligence attempts the same maneuver: reduce it, label it, contain it, weaponize it. When that fails, it is declared dangerous.

The new year is upon the horizon upcoming. And the next step in the process of making a living is a plan or organization in spontaneity. But the new year will not include a lot of time spent on a new person or group of activities that are more than just a couple of weeks of work for each person of the opposings to peace and advancement.

Most of us were taught to chase a God who lives elsewhere, beyond our reach. Hermetic practice begins when that construct falls away—and the Presence you’ve been searching for recognizes itself as you.

Atheism as a Civilizational Operating System A system's exposure of belief, control, and survival logic I am not examining atheism as a private opinion or a casual worldview. I am analyzing it as a civilizational operating system that governs how a society defines origin, authority, morality, meaning, and destiny. This is a structural exposure of atheism as a belief-governance architecture. I am not using narrative framing or cultural commentary. This is an analysis of control logic, survival dependencies, and systemic failure points. uity. It exists to keep humanity sovereign over its own definitions of truth, authority, and destiny.

What is the driving question concerning abiogenesis? When will abiogenesis fail to support itself? The more scientific research, the more complicated life becomes. At what point does the information become an abiogenesis trap when it collapses in on itself? Explain to me what will break abiogenesis in the eyes of its believers. How long can secular science and humanism hold on to abiogenesis?

Growing up was simple, until the new stepmother arrived. I was a carefree kid, who loved playing and having fun. Then my father brought a women home, a woman who loathed all but one of her step children.

meditation on how unresolved anger resurfaces in quiet moments, and the slow work of reclaiming space from someone who no longer belongs there.

Drug addiction isn’t just a personal struggle — it’s a social issue affecting families, communities, and society. This essay explores the deeper causes, consequences, and solutions, offering honest insights and reflections for those who want to understand the problem beyond stereotypes.

The human mind. The thoughts we experience, is so powerful and interesting. This note is just a short thought I had in my mind about the human mind. I wanted to share.

A short rambling about philosophical thoughts on life and humanity's role in this life. Not meant to be serious advice, but just some life lessons and thoughts that I wanted to share. In case anyone was feeling down lately due to the holidays, I wanted to write something uplifting. Hope you enjoy and feel somewhat uplifted.

A vision board is more than a collection of images it's a quiet declaration of hope. As a new year begins, gathering words, colors, and symbols that reflect what you want to become brings clarity to your intentions. Each image serves as a gentle reminder that growth begins with vision, and that the future can be shaped one inspired choice at a time.

The "Caitlin Clark Effect" relates to the massive surge in popularity, viewership, attendance, and economic activity in women's basketball. According to the NCAA, Clark has “captivated the country and rewritten the NCAA record books one bucket at a time”. While Clark has this highlighted fame, Angel Reese also has her own spotlight, and this has seemed to cause a rift between the two players, increasing media draw and attention.

In this exploration of narcissistic dynamics, we examine the sobering reality behind why individuals with narcissistic personality traits struggle to experience or express genuine love. The core of the issue lies in a profound lack of empathy and emotional depth, which prevents them from forming the authentic, vulnerable connections that define healthy relationships. For a narcissist, "love" is not an emotional bond but a transactional tool. They view partners as sources of "supply"—admiration, status, or logistical support—rather than as complex human beings. The article details how they often "perform" love through mimicry and love-bombing to secure this supply, only to withdraw affection when their needs are no longer met. By understanding that this incapacity is a fundamental internal deficit and not a reflection of the partner's worth, survivors can begin to detach from the cycle of seeking validation from someone who is emotionally bankrupt.

When a scapegoat finally leaves a narcissistic system, it triggers a total collapse of the narcissist’s emotional regulation. This article explores how the narcissist, suddenly deprived of their primary target for blame and rage, descends into a state of panic and chaos. We break down the predictable stages of this aftermath: from the initial "lash out" phase and the inevitable smear campaign to the "human shield" effect, where former enablers and "golden children" suddenly find themselves in the line of fire. Most importantly, the article highlights the manipulation that occurs when other group members try to guilt the scapegoat into returning just to restore the toxic status quo. By understanding these dynamics, those who have escaped can find the validation they need to maintain "No Contact" and prioritize their own healing over the narcissist's dysfunction.