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Royce Shook
1 hour ago

Fear and supersition
Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.– Bertrand Russell · Fear can certainly be a powerful emotion that can drive people to act in irrational or superstitious ways. It can also lead people to e ...
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Life Lessons
Harnessing the power of technology, to connect with loved ones
Technology has made it easier than ever to stay connected with loved ones, even when you’re not physically together. There are many ways to use technology to stay in touch with your loved ones, including. · Video chat. Services like Skype, Zoom, and FaceTime allow you to have a f ...
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Relationships & LoveRoyce Shook
4 days ago

Dementia vs Forgeting
Over the past five years, I have lost two friends to early-onset Alzheimer's and I just lost a cousin to the same illness last night. He started forgetting things a few years ago and rapidly went downhill. At first, we thought he had Dementia. Dementia is a term used to describe ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
5 days ago

How Not to Write for Profit Ads
Oh, writing for-profit ads can be a real challenge, especially if you’re clueless about what you’re doing. It’s so easy to craft an ad that’s completely nonsensical and doesn’t convince anyone to purchase your product or service. But hey, fear not! Here are some of the worst mist ...
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HumorRoyce Shook
1 week ago

Poetic meditations, on the mystery of dark matter
Some whimsy to start the day with my attempt at a poem about dark matter followed by a poem by Rebecca Anne Wood Elson a Canadian–American astronomer and writer about the same subject. · Dark matter, a mystery still unsolved · A substance that scientists have evolved · To underst ...
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PoetryRoyce Shook
1 week ago

Prospects for average income during retirement
Governments have faced financial challenges in the past and have often looked towards pensioners as a source of revenue. While some have resorted to measures such as increasing taxes on pension income or decreasing pension benefits, it is important to note that these measures are ...
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Life Lessonsin Communication and Relationships

Know everyone by their good traits
It’s important to recognize and appreciate the good qualities of others. By focusing on the positive traits of others, we can strengthen our relationships and build a more positive and supportive community. · Here are a few tips for focusing on the outstanding traits of others. · ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
1 week ago

Strategies that aim to improve sleep
My wife does not sleep well so whenever I come across ideas on how to get better sleep, I share them with the hope that it will help those of you who do not sleep well. There are several strategies that can help improve sleep. Here are a few: · Establish a regular sleep schedule. ...
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LifestyleRoyce Shook
2 weeks ago
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Are men better prepared for retirement than women
Women are less prepared for retirement than men. On average, women have 30% less saved for retirement than men. Only 47% of working women said they were on track to retire while only 37% of working men said they were on track or ahead of schedule. · Women are behind in retirement ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
2 weeks ago

For 1 in 4 people anxiety is debilitating
Anxiety is a common and often debilitating mental health condition that can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders worldwide, affecting around 1 in 4 people in their lives ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
2 weeks ago

Harnessing the power of technology, to connect with loved ones
Technology has made it easier than ever to stay connected with loved ones, even when you’re not physically together. There are many ways to use technology to stay in touch with your loved ones, (but no pictures of dad's dancing) including. · Video chat. Services like Skype, Zoom ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
2 weeks ago

Some Dad Jokes
What did the ocean say to the beach? Nothing, it just waved. · I’m worried about the calendar. Its days are numbered. · What time did the person go to the dentist? Tooth hurty. · I thought the dryer was shrinking my clothes, but it turns out it was the refrigerator all along. · W ...
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HumorRoyce Shook
3 weeks ago

Pensioners are worried about the economy
Retirement is a time in life that many of us look forward to with great anticipation. While there may be some concerns about the future, it’s important to remain positive and proactive in planning for this stage of life. By taking the time to consider various factors that may aff ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
3 weeks ago

Writing for fun and profit
This post summarizes and makes fun of the emails that I receive at least once a day, if not more. It is not serious, but my brother wrote a children’s book and self-published it in 2008. He did not make any money from it, but he is proud that he did it. · Ah, the joys of retireme ...
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HumorRoyce Shook
3 weeks ago

Sweet Dreams are made of this
“Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)” is a popular song written and performed by the British new-wave music duo, Eurythmics. Released in 1983 as the title track of their album “Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)”. The song became a hit, reaching the top of the charts in several countrie ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
3 weeks ago

Conservatative movement in the 1960's
Many of us thought and may still think of the '60s as a time of change, but there was a conservative element that was present in the decade. We tend to forget that the sixties had a robust conservative element. The 1960s was a time of significant cultural, social, and political c ...
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LifestyleRoyce Shook
4 weeks ago

Songs from the 60's that reflect the traditional approach to life
Many of us remember the 60s as a time of turmoil and change and it was. However, there was a traditional element present in the 60s which lead to some interesting times in the 80s, · Music in the 1960s was a time of great social and cultural change, and many of the popular songs ...
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Life LessonsRoyce Shook
1 month ago

Much of how we remember the ’60s today is through song.
Music played a significant role in the social and cultural changes that took place during the 1960s. The songs of the time reflected the political and social movements of the era, including the civil rights movement, the anti-war movement, and the counterculture movement. Many of ...
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HumorRoyce Shook
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Issues for Seniors in Canada
There are many issues that seniors in Canada may face, and the specific issues that are most significant can vary from person to person. Some common issues that seniors may face include. · Health issues As people age, they may be more likely to experience health problems such as ...
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Life Lessons
Consider Volunteering
What is volunteering? · Volunteering is the time you give to strengthen your community and improve others’ quality of life as well as your own. There are so many ways to be involved in the community: · Speak to your passion · Suit your personality · Meet your interests · Build on ...
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