consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--Effects of COVID on Children | Dr. Joseph Mercola

Loneliness can worsen the effects of social isolation , which some are attempting to solve with a pill .
Consider using Emotional Freedom Techniques to help reduce stress and improve your ability to support others Social distancing , lockdowns and parental stress increase their risk of reduced physical activity , maltreatment , and food insecurity , which raises their risk of heart disease and obesity as adults Data show that children may make more suicide attempts and intentionally injure themselves ; they may exhibit clinginess , irritability , inattention , nightmares and sleeping disorders COVID-19 is uncommon in children , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prognoses than adults .
However , the psychological trauma they experience because of the pandemic is much worse August normally heralds the end of summer break for children , who are preparing to head back to school .
Stores compete with sales on back-to-school supplies ; pediatricians ' offices are swamped with athletes needing sports physicals and neighborhoods get especially noisy as children try to cram the evenings with fun activities before they 're crammed with homework .
As everyone 's aware , this fall is historically different .
The social planning and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more adults are working remotely , whether they want to or not .
College classes are being held online and elementary and high school children are not sure how classes will be run .
The American Academy of Pediatrics ( AAP ) recommends children return to school , writing , “ The importance of in-person learning is well-documented , and there is already evidence of the negative impacts on children because of school closures in the spring of 2020.
” 1 Yet the guidelines the CDC wants to use are nothing short of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all day ; everything is cleaned and disinfected daily and between uses ; students are not allowed to share pens and pencils and desks are expected to be placed 6 feet apart .
Children will hear announcements throughout the day as a reminder to wash their hands and practice social distancing .
This “ new normal ” has a significant impact on the mental health of adults and children , which experts expect will create a deluge of psychological issues and challenges in the months to come .
Yuval Neria of the New @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's PTSD program and told the American Heart Association that mental health professionals are in uncharted territory in predicting the effects of this pandemic:3 Despite research showing that children are not physically affected by COVID-19 nearly as badly as adults,4 the CDC and the AAP continue to recommend strict measures for children returning to school .
As demonstrated in this short video , these recommendations are not without consequences .
Children may recover more quickly than adults , but they are expected to experience significant psychological trauma from the mandates that policymakers have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ social distancing and lockdown requirements across many countries , young people and children no longer have the interactions they need to develop a strong mental and emotional foundation.5 The lack of a structured routine likely means they are also less physically active .
In one study from Shanghai , China , the same surveys were sent twice to the same group of 2,427 children and adolescents.6 The data revealed that the children were less active by 7.25 hours each week .
More importantly , however , they increased the number of screen time @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to their lifestyle pattern before the pandemic .
This prolonged screen time can compound psychological challenges , including emotional stability and the ability to make friends.7 Long-Term Psychological Harm Injures at Least One Generation Children who experience maltreatment and food insecurity during their childhood years have an increased risk of obesity , heart disease , and dementia later in life.8 Unfortunately , more children are likely to experience these challenges during mandated social isolation .
Additionally , child welfare services are stretched , which means there is less support in the community.9 With @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be an increase in family violence , which contributes to nonaccidental injury and mental trauma .
And , in fact , this prediction has been found to be accurate , as told by a physician from Texas.10 A report from the United Nations describes how more than 1.5 billion students were out of school across 191 countries due to government-enforced lockdowns.11 Many students rely on their schools ' breakfast and lunch programs , so having to stay home means they 're less likely to get enough to eat .
School closures also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ called upon to suddenly take on the responsibilities of homeschooling while still trying to maintain their jobs or deal with the stress of what to expect financially because of the upheaval from stay-at-home orders .
One physician in an Italian pediatric department said he has seen increasing rates of violence , self-injury and suicide attempts in young people.12 Children are highly vulnerable to traumatic and adverse events .
Some of the most commonly reported symptoms are anxiety , reduced appetite , depression , and impaired social interactions .
The physiological effects of stress @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's immune system.13 Forced to stay home , isolated and without interaction at school , children are at risk for psychological and emotional damage .
During the COVID-19 epidemic , a collaborative working group of the European Pediatric Association and Union of National European Pediatric Societies and Associations , along with Chinese academic institutions released the results of a preliminary study conducted in the Shaanxi province .
It showed that children from 3 to 6 years old were more likely than older children to be clingy and to be afraid their family may @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18 years were more likely to be inattentive or to ask persistent questions .
In all age groups , children showed inattention and irritability .
Other symptoms included nightmares , fatigue , poor appetite , and sleeping disorders .
Evidence of the negative mental health effects due to forced quarantines and social distancing continues to mount .
In one meta-analysis , researchers found that prolonged confinement was positively correlated with psychological damage and in some cases , the injury lasted months after the quarantine was over.14 In another study , the researchers compared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mental status while they were hospitalized with mild symptoms of COVID-19.15 Researchers used an online survey to measure psychological symptoms such as depression and anxiety .
Peripheral inflammatory markers were collected at baseline and within three days of completing the survey .
The researchers discovered that levels of C-reactive protein were positively associated with those who had symptoms of depression .
In a separate study published in The Lancet , scientists reviewed 24 studies analyzing the effects of quarantine and found negative effects included “ post-traumatic stress symptoms , confusion , and anger.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ points to the significant toll on the social and emotional well-being of adults and children who are suffering during the pandemic .
While the world undergoes what has been described as the largest psychological experiment ever — without informed consent — it may be time to include one of the strategies the French used in the aftermath of terrorist attacks in the mid-1990s.17 In response to the crisis , the government set up a second triage in which people who were not physically injured were given immediate psychological help and checked for indications @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a piece written in World Economic Forum , Elke Van Hoof , health and primary care psychologist at Vrije Universiteit Brussel , laments the challenges and psychological crisis we are facing because of:18 Some experts believe loneliness is exacerbating the effects of social isolation and quarantine during the pandemic .
A reporter from The Guardian spoke with Cheryl Webster , an active , community-involved person who moved from California to Texas.19 For 2.5 years before the lockdown , Webster hosted a game night at her home .
In the months since social distancing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from one person from the group .
She spoke with a reporter from The Guardian , saying , “ I think that 's the hardest part about loneliness .
Is it my fault ?
Am I not a very nice person ?
Or is there something wrong with me ?
” 20 There are so many people who report feeling the same way that government agencies have begun to consider how to work loneliness into the equation of all the rules they 're creating .
Occasional bouts of the social blues are to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sad events , but feeling lonely all the time carries with it a host of unsavory physical problems as well .
The Guardian also spoke with the husband and wife research team of John and Stephanie Cacioppo who , in 2014 , reported on the dangers of isolation over extended periods of time .
They noted that “ feeling socially isolated can raise levels of the stress hormone cortisol , disrupt sleep , and also lead to long term health consequences , such as earlier morbidity.
” There 's a Pill for That @ @ @ @ @ @ @ written to incorporate social interventions to encourage lonely people to meet with others , many believe the solution is not in having regular interactions with people you do n't know very well , but in developing long-lasting , healthy , meaningful relationships .
Others , like Stephanie Cacioppo , are taking a different approach : Since May 2017 she has been seeking an answer for loneliness using chemicals .
In other words , researchers are hoping to cure loneliness by giving you one more pill .
And the pills come with a hefty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ effects .
One drug — allopregnanolone — is a neurosteroid sold under the brand name Zulresso .
The drug was released on the market in 2019 for the princely sum of $ 34,000 for just one prescription .
As well as having a royal-sized price tag , the medication is dispensed through a restricted program since the secondary effects are dangerous .
Other researchers are testing the use of oxytocin , known as the “ love ” hormone .
Rene Hurlemann from the University of Oldenburg in Germany knows oxytocin is central to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ an impact on treating loneliness .
To test this , they are working on an interventional study in which individuals are undergoing group psychotherapy with a focus on participation in social activities and talking about loneliness .
Half are receiving oxytocin .
Hurlemann believes the drug should not be prescribed without psychotherapy , but rather that it could be used to speed the formation of a bond of trust between the therapist and the individual .
Not everyone is excited about using a pill for loneliness .
Many of the psychologists and therapists @ @ @ @ @ @ @ expressed hesitancy about using a pharmaceutical solution for an emotional condition .
Instead , they favored talk therapy .
Rachael Benjamin is a psychotherapist from New York who leads group therapy for individuals dealing with loneliness and believes medicalizing it may make people feel even more isolated .
While she acknowledges that many medications can be lifesaving , she believes “ Pills ca n't build intimacy.
” 21 If you 're experiencing depression , anxiety , or feelings of loneliness , consider trying Emotional Freedom Techniques ( EFT ) to help dispel negative @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from this pandemic .

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
Loneliness can worsen the effects of social isolation, which some are attempting to solve with a pill. Consider using Emotional Freedom Techniques to help reduce stress and improve your ability to support others
Social distancing, lockdowns and parental stress increase their risk of reduced physical activity, maltreatment, and food insecurity, which raises their risk of heart disease and obesity as adults
Data show that children may make more suicide attempts and intentionally injure themselves; they may exhibit clinginess, irritability, inattention, nightmares and sleeping disorders
COVID-19 is uncommon in children, who typically have milder symptoms and better prognoses than adults. However, the psychological trauma they experience because of the pandemic is much worse
August normally heralds the end of summer break for children, who are preparing to head back to school. Stores compete with sales on back-to-school supplies; pediatricians' offices are swamped with athletes needing sports physicals and neighborhoods get especially noisy as children try to cram the evenings with fun activities before they're crammed with homework.
As everyone's aware, this fall is historically different. The social planning and changes accompanying the pandemic have meant that more adults are working remotely, whether they want to or not. College classes are being held online and elementary and high school children are not sure how classes will be run.
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children return to school, writing, “The importance of in-person learning is well-documented, and there is already evidence of the negative impacts on children because of school closures in the spring of 2020.”1 Yet the guidelines the CDC wants to use are nothing short of institutionalized isolation.2
Children will wear cloth masks all day; everything is cleaned and disinfected daily and between uses; students are not allowed to share pens and pencils and desks are expected to be placed 6 feet apart. Children will hear announcements throughout the day as a reminder to wash their hands and practice social distancing.
This “new normal” has a significant impact on the mental health of adults and children, which experts expect will create a deluge of psychological issues and challenges in the months to come.
Yuval Neria of the New York State Psychiatric Institute runs the facility's PTSD program and told the American Heart Association that mental health professionals are in uncharted territory in predicting the effects of this pandemic:3
“I don't think the mental health consequences will be limited to PTSD only. In fact, I think we should expect other mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, substance abuse and potentially increase in suicide. They are already there and kind of showing themselves.
Disasters are usually limited to space and time. And there is an onset of a disaster — which may take some time — but there is an end. But I think viruses have their own way to inflict adversities on us. The threat is ambiguous. (It) is everywhere and nowhere. It's ongoing. It may take a long time.”
Children at High Risk From Largest Psychological Experiment
Despite research showing that children are not physically affected by COVID-19 nearly as badly as adults,4 the CDC and the AAP continue to recommend strict measures for children returning to school. As demonstrated in this short video, these recommendations are not without consequences.
Children may recover more quickly than adults, but they are expected to experience significant psychological trauma from the mandates that policymakers have imposed on the public.
With the social distancing and lockdown requirements across many countries, young people and children no longer have the interactions they need to develop a strong mental and emotional foundation.5 The lack of a structured routine likely means they are also less physically active. In one study from Shanghai, China, the same surveys were sent twice to the same group of 2,427 children and adolescents.6
The data revealed that the children were less active by 7.25 hours each week. More importantly, however, they increased the number of screen time hours by 28.83 per week when compared to their lifestyle pattern before the pandemic. This prolonged screen time can compound psychological challenges, including emotional stability and the ability to make friends.7
Long-Term Psychological Harm Injures at Least One Generation
Children who experience maltreatment and food insecurity during their childhood years have an increased risk of obesity, heart disease, and dementia later in life.8 Unfortunately, more children are likely to experience these challenges during mandated social isolation. Additionally, child welfare services are stretched, which means there is less support in the community.9
With rising financial instability, experts expect there to be an increase in family violence, which contributes to nonaccidental injury and mental trauma. And, in fact, this prediction has been found to be accurate, as told by a physician from Texas.10
A report from the United Nations describes how more than 1.5 billion students were out of school across 191 countries due to government-enforced lockdowns.11 Many students rely on their schools' breakfast and lunch programs, so having to stay home means they're less likely to get enough to eat.
School closures also create stress on parents as they are called upon to suddenly take on the responsibilities of homeschooling while still trying to maintain their jobs or deal with the stress of what to expect financially because of the upheaval from stay-at-home orders. One physician in an Italian pediatric department said he has seen increasing rates of violence, self-injury and suicide attempts in young people.12
Children are highly vulnerable to traumatic and adverse events. Some of the most commonly reported symptoms are anxiety, reduced appetite, depression, and impaired social interactions. The physiological effects of stress and trauma can also compromise a child's immune system.13
Forced to stay home, isolated and without interaction at school, children are at risk for psychological and emotional damage. During the COVID-19 epidemic, a collaborative working group of the European Pediatric Association and Union of National European Pediatric Societies and Associations, along with Chinese academic institutions released the results of a preliminary study conducted in the Shaanxi province.
It showed that children from 3 to 6 years old were more likely than older children to be clingy and to be afraid their family may get COVID-19. Children from 6 to 18 years were more likely to be inattentive or to ask persistent questions. In all age groups, children showed inattention and irritability. Other symptoms included nightmares, fatigue, poor appetite, and sleeping disorders.
Psychological Damage From Quarantine
Evidence of the negative mental health effects due to forced quarantines and social distancing continues to mount. In one meta-analysis, researchers found that prolonged confinement was positively correlated with psychological damage and in some cases, the injury lasted months after the quarantine was over.14
In another study, the researchers compared inflammatory markers of 103 patients to their mental status while they were hospitalized with mild symptoms of COVID-19.15 Researchers used an online survey to measure psychological symptoms such as depression and anxiety. Peripheral inflammatory markers were collected at baseline and within three days of completing the survey.
The researchers discovered that levels of C-reactive protein were positively associated with those who had symptoms of depression. In a separate study published in The Lancet, scientists reviewed 24 studies analyzing the effects of quarantine and found negative effects included “post-traumatic stress symptoms, confusion, and anger.”16
The bulk of the evidence points to the significant toll on the social and emotional well-being of adults and children who are suffering during the pandemic. While the world undergoes what has been described as the largest psychological experiment ever — without informed consent — it may be time to include one of the strategies the French used in the aftermath of terrorist attacks in the mid-1990s.17
In response to the crisis, the government set up a second triage in which people who were not physically injured were given immediate psychological help and checked for indications they may need further treatment.
In a piece written in World Economic Forum, Elke Van Hoof, health and primary care psychologist at Vrije Universiteit Brussel, laments the challenges and psychological crisis we are facing because of:18
“… not setting up the second tent for psychological help and we will pay the price within three to six months after the end of this unprecedented lockdown, at a time when we will need all able bodies to help the world economy recover.”
Loneliness May Exacerbate Damage From Social Isolation
Some experts believe loneliness is exacerbating the effects of social isolation and quarantine during the pandemic. A reporter from The Guardian spoke with Cheryl Webster, an active, community-involved person who moved from California to Texas.19 For 2.5 years before the lockdown, Webster hosted a game night at her home. In the months since social distancing became the norm, she's heard from one person from the group.
She spoke with a reporter from The Guardian, saying, “I think that's the hardest part about loneliness. Is it my fault? Am I not a very nice person? Or is there something wrong with me?”20 There are so many people who report feeling the same way that government agencies have begun to consider how to work loneliness into the equation of all the rules they're creating.
Occasional bouts of the social blues are to be expected, especially after disruptive or sad events, but feeling lonely all the time carries with it a host of unsavory physical problems as well.
The Guardian also spoke with the husband and wife research team of John and Stephanie Cacioppo who, in 2014, reported on the dangers of isolation over extended periods of time. They noted that “feeling socially isolated can raise levels of the stress hormone cortisol, disrupt sleep, and also lead to long term health consequences, such as earlier morbidity.”
There's a Pill for That
Although some public health policies have been written to incorporate social interventions to encourage lonely people to meet with others, many believe the solution is not in having regular interactions with people you don't know very well, but in developing long-lasting, healthy, meaningful relationships.
Others, like Stephanie Cacioppo, are taking a different approach: Since May 2017 she has been seeking an answer for loneliness using chemicals.
In other words, researchers are hoping to cure loneliness by giving you one more pill. And the pills come with a hefty price tag and a list of side effects. One drug — allopregnanolone — is a neurosteroid sold under the brand name Zulresso. The drug was released on the market in 2019 for the princely sum of $34,000 for just one prescription.
As well as having a royal-sized price tag, the medication is dispensed through a restricted program since the secondary effects are dangerous. Other researchers are testing the use of oxytocin, known as the “love” hormone. Rene Hurlemann from the University of Oldenburg in Germany knows oxytocin is central to social bonding and hypothesizes it may have an impact on treating loneliness.
To test this, they are working on an interventional study in which individuals are undergoing group psychotherapy with a focus on participation in social activities and talking about loneliness. Half are receiving oxytocin.
Hurlemann believes the drug should not be prescribed without psychotherapy, but rather that it could be used to speed the formation of a bond of trust between the therapist and the individual.
Medicalizing Loneliness May Increase Isolation
Not everyone is excited about using a pill for loneliness. Many of the psychologists and therapists the reporter from The Guardian spoke with expressed hesitancy about using a pharmaceutical solution for an emotional condition. Instead, they favored talk therapy.
Rachael Benjamin is a psychotherapist from New York who leads group therapy for individuals dealing with loneliness and believes medicalizing it may make people feel even more isolated. While she acknowledges that many medications can be lifesaving, she believes “Pills can't build intimacy.”21
If you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or feelings of loneliness, consider trying Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) to help dispel negative emotions and cope with the social isolation from this pandemic.


consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--Chadwick Boseman Visited a Young Fan Dying of Cancer During His Own Secret Fight with Illness

After the Friday death of 43-year old actor Chadwick Boseman following a four-year battle with colon cancer , new details are becoming known about the star of “ Black Panther ” and “ 42 ” that are casting new light on the life of the up-and-coming actor whose life was tragically cut short .
Among these is the fact that while Boseman was battling cancer in secret , he also went out of his way to cheer up a young fan in Georgia who had been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer .
Ian Hopgood was a young boy who , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ loved Boseman ’ s portrayal of T ’ Challa and his alter ego Black Panther from the Marvel superhero films .
However , Ian was diagnosed with cancer in October 2016 .
“ There isn ’ t a treatment for the type of brain cancer he has , it is terminal , so we just really just make the most of every day and hopefully inspire others , ” Ian ’ s mother Kara Anderson told .
“ Honestly , there really aren ’ t words to express everything he ’ s been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been a little tougher , it ’ s started to wear and tear on him a little bit that he ’ s not like the other kids , ” she added .
When Boseman made a stop for several hours at Ian ’ s elementary school in Atlanta , however , it put a massive smile on the child ’ s face – and excited him so much that the boy jumped out of his wheelchair to embrace his real-life hero .
Boseman also gifted Ian with a basket brimming over with Marvel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Black Panther .
“ We kind of go off the theory of laughter heals and joy heals , and happiness heals , so that ’ s how we live every day because we honestly don ’ t know what tomorrow is going to bring , ” Anderson said .
“ So , for him to have a moment like this , and be able to jump up , I was afraid he might fall , and run to him and hug his hero , is… there really aren ’ t words.
” Boseman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about his own diagnosis , was also extremely happy to be able to spend time with young Ian , and to chat with his friends , pose for photos , and sign countless autographs .
“ Ian ran and gave me a hug ; that is the best reception I ’ ve gotten as the Black Panther yet !
” Boseman said , according to .
Boseman later emotionally recounted the meeting and conversations with Ian during an interview before Black Panther was released .
Unfortunately , Ian passed away on Jan. 8 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ see the film about his favorite hero .
When the meeting occurred , Boseman was privately undergoing to battle stage III colon cancer , his family said in a statement announcing his death on Friday .
To his last day , Boseman never spoke publicly about the illness .
In Oct. 2017 , Boseman seemingly hinted at his own private battle with his illness during an interview he did with .
Interviewer Matthew Jacobs shared a screenshot of the interview after the news of Boseman ’ s death emerged on Friday .
In @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ You came off of one Black Panther project , did Marshall and then made another Black Panther movie .
Did you bulk up , slim down , and then bulk up again ?
” “ You ’ ve been through the wringer , ” Jacobs commented .
Boseman replied , laughing .
“ You have no idea .
One day I ’ ll live to tell the story.
” Boseman died at his home in the Los Angeles area on Friday at the age of 43 with his wife and family at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Chadwick persevered through it all , and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much , ” his family said .
“ It was the honor of his career to bring King T ’ Challa to life in Black Panther.
” Tags : `` featured , Chadwick Boseman , Chadwick Boseman Black Panther , Chadwick Boseman death , Chadwick Boseman dies of colon cancer , Chadwick Boseman 's fight with cancer , Chadwick Boseman 's fight with colon cancer , colon cancer , featured

By Elias Marat | TheMindUnleashed.com
After the Friday death of 43-year old actor Chadwick Boseman following a four-year battle with colon cancer, new details are becoming known about the star of “Black Panther” and “42” that are casting new light on the life of the up-and-coming actor whose life was tragically cut short.
Among these is the fact that while Boseman was battling cancer in secret, he also went out of his way to cheer up a young fan in Georgia who had been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer.
Ian Hopgood was a young boy who, like many kids his age, absolutely loved Boseman’s portrayal of T’Challa and his alter ego Black Panther from the Marvel superhero films. However, Ian was diagnosed with cancer in October 2016.
“There isn’t a treatment for the type of brain cancer he has, it is terminal, so we just really just make the most of every day and hopefully inspire others,” Ian’s mother Kara Anderson told Fox 5.
“Honestly, there really aren’t words to express everything he’s been going through and lately it’s been a little tougher, it’s started to wear and tear on him a little bit that he’s not like the other kids,” she added.
When Boseman made a stop for several hours at Ian’s elementary school in Atlanta, however, it put a massive smile on the child’s face – and excited him so much that the boy jumped out of his wheelchair to embrace his real-life hero.
Boseman also gifted Ian with a basket brimming over with Marvel gifts, including an action figure of Black Panther.
“We kind of go off the theory of laughter heals and joy heals, and happiness heals, so that’s how we live every day because we honestly don’t know what tomorrow is going to bring,” Anderson said.
“So, for him to have a moment like this, and be able to jump up, I was afraid he might fall, and run to him and hug his hero, is… there really aren’t words.”
Boseman, who hadn’t told anyone about his own diagnosis, was also extremely happy to be able to spend time with young Ian, and to chat with his friends, pose for photos, and sign countless autographs.
“Ian ran and gave me a hug; that is the best reception I’ve gotten as the Black Panther yet!” Boseman said, according to Hollywood.com. “Thank you!”
Boseman later emotionally recounted the meeting and conversations with Ian during an interview before Black Panther was released.
Unfortunately, Ian passed away on Jan. 8, 2018, and was unable to see the film about his favorite hero.
When the meeting occurred, Boseman was privately undergoing “countless surgeries and chemotherapy” to battle stage III colon cancer, his family said in a statement announcing his death on Friday. To his last day, Boseman never spoke publicly about the illness.
In Oct. 2017, Boseman seemingly hinted at his own private battle with his illness during an interview he did with Huffington Post.
Interviewer Matthew Jacobs shared a screenshot of the interview after the news of Boseman’s death emerged on Friday. In the 2017 interview, Jacobs asked: “You came off of one Black Panther project, did Marshall and then made another Black Panther movie. Did you bulk up, slim down, and then bulk up again?”
“Right. Yeah, yeah, yeah,” Boseman answered, appearing fatigued.
“You’ve been through the wringer,” Jacobs commented.
“Oh, you don’t even know,” Boseman replied, laughing. “You have no idea. One day I’ll live to tell the story.”
Boseman died at his home in the Los Angeles area on Friday at the age of 43 with his wife and family at his side.
“A true fighter, Chadwick persevered through it all, and brought you many of the films you have come to love so much,” his family said. “It was the honor of his career to bring King T’Challa to life in Black Panther.”


consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--Alternative Health Uses of Cannabis

Alternative Health Uses of Cannabis

The development has come a long way .
Starting from ancient Chinese medicine to modern medicine .
One thing that has been the topic for decades is cannabis .
It has been viewed as a potent drug , while some researchers and institutions have argued that it is useful for humans ’ health .
Has anyone asked if there are some alternative health uses of cannabis ?
Of course , it has some health benefits according to various studies .
If anyone visits some institutions like , there is information available on the health benefits of cannabis .
That 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have legalized the use of medical marijuana .
Now , this article will enlighten on the alternative health uses of cannabis .
Maybe cannabis can not relieve some tough pains like then surgical pain , but it does help with chronic pain .
If anyone has been suffering from chronic pain , and he has not found an alternative medicine , cannabis can be an excellent alternative for the condition .
One of the common problems treated by cannabis is neuropathic pain .
This pain is caused by spine surgery , alcoholism , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In 2010 , the Canadian Medical Association Journal conducted a study that backed this cannabis health use .
The research has shown that cannabis can lower the pain if they use it within five days .
If anyone is struggling with it , he can try cannabis .
The plant helps in the improvement of appetite .
The National Cancer Institute conducted a clinical trial on patients with weight loss and HIV .
The study revealed that patients who use dronabinol had increased their appetite .
The patients had stopped losing weight .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the placebo .
However , for the patients in their advanced cancer stages , the dronabinol showed little to no effect on appetite improvement .
Other studies reveal that people who use cannabis have a higher calorie intake .
This means that those who inhale cannabis have a great appetite , and they eat more .
As people grow old , it is almost impossible to avoid cognitive degeneration .
Cognitive degeneration is the leading cause of Alzheimer 's disease .
However , it causes other various conditions .
has anti-inflammatories , which @ @ @ @ @ @ @ inflammation plays a role in the growth of Alzheimer 's disease .
Studies have proved the effect of cannabis on anxiety .
This is in addition to the impact it has on pain reduction and relaxation .
For those who use cannabis , they have reported having fewer experiences with insomnia .
Sleep is essential for the health and wellbeing of people .
Anyone who does not get enough sleep should seek some special treatment .
Luckily , cannabis is here for those who face difficult times when sleeping .
Taking cannabis substance @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the studies .
Therefore , cannabis is excellent assistance for sleeping .
Cannabis has several benefits for people with cancer .
Cancer patients are under a lot of pain , which is one of the worst challenges of cancer patients .
As seen above , cannabis helps relieve pain .
There has been evidence from several cancer patients who claim that cannabis helps them bear cancer pain .
Apart from relieving the pain , cannabis helps them reduce some other challenges with cancer , such as vomiting , nausea .
The plant @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other symptoms .
The debate for cannabis has existed for a long time .
Some oppose the use of cannabis , citing it is not healthy at all .
Others state it has several health benefits , and that 's why it has been named medical marijuana with several states and countries legalizing its consumption .
Tahoe Cannabis Dispensary is one of the places to find information about cannabis .

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consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--What is a Sex Machine?

What is a Sex Machine?

Yes , you may have a pet name for your partner , and yes , it may be “ sex machine ” , but that ’ s not what this article is about .
The one in question refers to a large enough appliance or device that is designed to stimulate various parts of your body , much in the same way as a sex toy , and cause one to have an orgasm .
Although like the toy one would use in the bed , like a vibrator or dildo , these are larger .
The intensity and levels @ @ @ @ @ @ @ higher , and they have many moving parts which are interchangeable and have special attachments added to them for various reasons , these are used for both sexes , male and female .
The Difference Between A Sex Toy and A Sex Machine Besides the many moving and interchangeable parts , these also have a variety of power and variations in movements which are what makes them the more popular option for those who are looking for something a bit more adventurous .
You can either buy one from an online store or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ if your one of those DIY junkies , you can build your own .
A few things about that can be found on this online source .
If you ’ re looking for the most sought after one , it would be the saddle machine .
This is one of the most popular and common types .
As the name implies , you must jump on top of it like a saddle on a horse .
Once in position , you can stimulate yourself while riding the machine which can swing back and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ also designed for several reasons and have other options to them such a vibrating movement , or multiple heads in one machine , they come with separate add-ons and attachments to fit everyone ’ s personal preference .
Anyone who has ever had a mobile phone will know the idea of add-ons .
If you want to message someone , you need to install something like WhatsApp or a messenger application .
If you want to filter your images you can install an app that can give you a choice of different types @ @ @ @ @ @ @ white , say you want to scan a bar code of a product at a grocery store , you would install a software that can do that .
Just like any concept of a machine , these are also operated via a motor , as opposed to a battery .
They are typically hand free and rely on personal effort to operate effectively , some do need some small batteries for the moving parts and attachments .
If you ’ re into customization , this is the ideal addition for you and your @ @ @ @ @ @ @ parts have their functions .
Let ’ s look at some of the benefits you can derive while investing in them .
Believe it or not , there is a lot that can be learned regarding your sexual preferences just by masturbation or using the right tools .
You may be pleasantly surprised .
Besides , doing this in the privacy of your own home adds bonus points .
Knowing more about yourself can increase the level of intimacy with others too , making it more fun for everyone involved .
Isn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Intimacy in most parts is about knowing what you like and letting your partner in on it too .
There is nothing bad about being confident .
More importantly , there is never anything wrong with being confident in the bedroom especially , this is where one needs it the most , to be honest .
Because people always shy away from trying new things in the room , trying out these new gadgets and machines helps to increase one ’ s confidence levels , giving them a boost to face the outside @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which has benefits of its own .
Of course , there are other means by which to increase your self-confidence which can be highly beneficial https : //www.anastasiasextoys.com/best-sex-machines/ But isn ’ t it better to do it in the comfort of your own home , and in a fun and safe way ?
There is nothing quite like the advent of intercourse , and doing it with someone else is the ultimate feeling .
However , psychologists have noted that many times the reason people do not enjoy themselves in this intimate @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worried about the other guy in the room .
They fill their minds with worries such as “ are they enjoying this ?
” , “ what if I say something ” ?
“ will they get offended ?
” and so forth .
When you ’ re having “ sex ” with a machine , this problem is eliminated .
Need we say more ?
if sex is all about the mind and your mind is running at 100 km/s then there is no room left for any pleasurable thoughts or self-focus @ @ @ @ @ @ @ you can do what you want when you want and however you want , and there are no mind-games in play at all .
I doubt the machine can feel anything unless it ’ s a robot… but that ’ s a topic for another day .
When you use a mechanism such as this , to give you an orgasm , the attention and focus is all on you and doing things that you like and give you pleasure .
Because you can now control everything , you will have your way @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into the store or check online and purchase one , there are a few things to know .
Such as these require assembly so you need the right tools for them , screwdriver anyone ?
( excuse the pun ! )
.
it may or may not be a day ’ s job , and this will depend on the size and model of the device .
Having said that , if you need to , ask a trusted friend for help… Something else to know is that choosing the right materials can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ too .
Look for those that are made from non-toxic materials , as pointed out here https : //greenopedia.com/body-safe-sex-toys-healthier-materials/ .
Read the reviews and ask the experts on forums and such .
It ’ s all about having fun , most safely and effectively .

Yes, you may have a pet name for your partner, and yes, it may be “sex machine”, but that’s not what this article is about. The one in question refers to a large enough appliance or device that is designed to stimulate various parts of your body, much in the same way as a sex toy, and cause one to have an orgasm.
Although like the toy one would use in the bed, like a vibrator or dildo, these are larger. The intensity and levels of pleasure with these devices is much higher, and they have many moving parts which are interchangeable and have special attachments added to them for various reasons, these are used for both sexes, male and female.
The Difference Between A Sex Toy and A Sex Machine
Besides the many moving and interchangeable parts, these also have a variety of power and variations in movements which are what makes them the more popular option for those who are looking for something a bit more adventurous. You can either buy one from an online store or an adult brick and mortar store or if your one of those DIY junkies, you can build your own. A few things about that can be found on this online source.
If you’re looking for the most sought after one, it would be the saddle machine. This is one of the most popular and common types. As the name implies, you must jump on top of it like a saddle on a horse. Once in position, you can stimulate yourself while riding the machine which can swing back and forth as well.
Many others are also designed for several reasons and have other options to them such a vibrating movement, or multiple heads in one machine, they come with separate add-ons and attachments to fit everyone’s personal preference.
How They Work
Anyone who has ever had a mobile phone will know the idea of add-ons. If you want to message someone, you need to install something like WhatsApp or a messenger application. If you want to filter your images you can install an app that can give you a choice of different types of filters both colored or black and white, say you want to scan a bar code of a product at a grocery store, you would install a software that can do that.
Just like any concept of a machine, these are also operated via a motor, as opposed to a battery. They are typically hand free and rely on personal effort to operate effectively, some do need some small batteries for the moving parts and attachments. If you’re into customization, this is the ideal addition for you and your partner or friends. All the interrelated parts have their functions.
Let’s look at some of the benefits you can derive while investing in them.
Enhanced Intimate Knowledge About Yourself
Believe it or not, there is a lot that can be learned regarding your sexual preferences just by masturbation or using the right tools. You may be pleasantly surprised. Besides, doing this in the privacy of your own home adds bonus points.
Knowing more about yourself can increase the level of intimacy with others too, making it more fun for everyone involved. Isn’t that what we're after? Intimacy in most parts is about knowing what you like and letting your partner in on it too.
A Confidence Boost
There is nothing bad about being confident. More importantly, there is never anything wrong with being confident in the bedroom especially, this is where one needs it the most, to be honest. Because people always shy away from trying new things in the room, trying out these new gadgets and machines helps to increase one’s confidence levels, giving them a boost to face the outside world too.
Self-confidence increases your self-esteem, which has benefits of its own. Of course, there are other means by which to increase your self-confidence which can be highly beneficial https://www.anastasiasextoys.com/best-sex-machines/ But isn’t it better to do it in the comfort of your own home, and in a fun and safe way?
Having Your Way…Every Time
There is nothing quite like the advent of intercourse, and doing it with someone else is the ultimate feeling. However, psychologists have noted that many times the reason people do not enjoy themselves in this intimate act is that they’re more worried about the other guy in the room. They fill their minds with worries such as “are they enjoying this?”, “what if I say something”? “will they get offended?” and so forth.
When you’re having “sex” with a machine, this problem is eliminated. Need we say more? if sex is all about the mind and your mind is running at 100 km/s then there is no room left for any pleasurable thoughts or self-focus.
Doing it with a machine means you can do what you want when you want and however you want, and there are no mind-games in play at all. I doubt the machine can feel anything unless it’s a robot… but that’s a topic for another day.
When you use a mechanism such as this, to give you an orgasm, the attention and focus is all on you and doing things that you like and give you pleasure. Because you can now control everything, you will have your way every single time.
Before you rush into the store or check online and purchase one, there are a few things to know. Such as these require assembly so you need the right tools for them, screwdriver anyone? (excuse the pun!). it may or may not be a day’s job, and this will depend on the size and model of the device. Having said that, if you need to, ask a trusted friend for help…
Something else to know is that choosing the right materials can make a difference to the comfort levels too. Look for those that are made from non-toxic materials, as pointed out here https://greenopedia.com/body-safe-sex-toys-healthier-materials/. Read the reviews and ask the experts on forums and such. It’s all about having fun, most safely and effectively.


consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--Getting the Best 55+ Community

Getting the Best 55+ Community

Finding a top tier retirement community either for oneself or a loved one , can sometimes be a daunting task .
They could all look appealing on paper , but upon getting to the ground , things are entirely different .
For one to ensure that they get the best Central Florida 55+ community , there are specific tips and tricks they can apply .
It doesn ’ t mean that one will automatically get precisely what they are looking for , but it will at least make the process less hectic .
Here are those tips and tricks .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ friend or close family member about a good 55+ community they have heard about or have enrolled a loved one into .
This is guaranteed to make things easier because it eliminates the hassle of going around all of Central Florida and looking at every single community in the area .
by asking someone to recommend , you get a community that has already been tried and tested and whose quality you are sure of .
This is by far the easiest way to go about looking for a 55+ community .
What @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can ask to recommend ?
If that ’ s the case , then the internet can be a lifesaver .
Everything is done digitally , and even 55+ communities have put up websites to advertise their facilities .
All that is required is a device that can access internet connection and a stable network .
Type in “ 55+ communities in Central Florida.
” In less than a second , countless options will pop up , and one can have their pick of the bunch .
However , anything read on the internet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ salt because it is very easy for people to make themselves look good on the internet .
It is best to look at reviews and even make a to the area before making any commitments over the phone .
It is always important for one to know how much money they are willing to spend .
This will go a long way in narrowing down their options .
It goes without saying that that have high-end amenities and lavish lifestyles come at an extra cost while those that are relatively cheap are lacking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in life , one will always get what they pay for .
With a reasonable budget , one can get a decent community with everything they wish for .
After narrowing down the list to a handful of communities , one should visit each one of them and have a lay of the land .
This way , it is easier for one to see for themselves what is there and feel the atmosphere.it also helpful to note down what they like and dislike about the place .
After visiting every community , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ their options listing the pros and cons of all of them .
In the end , it will be very easy to arrive at a decision .


consciouslifenews--2020-08-30--Your Horoscope and Astrology Overview for Aug 31-Sep 06, 2020

The above video contains an astrological overview for the week of 31st August 2020 .
To get this week 's video horoscope for your specific zodiac sign , click on the link corresponding to your sign : The week begins the Sun and Mercury continuing their journey in the precise and functional sign of Virgo .
Also Mercury is in its dignity here , ruler of the sign that it is , and actually plays a bit of blinder as we say in England , when it comes to our football .
Why ?
Well it angles up at 120 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the fellow Earth Triplicity of Capricorn .
So , any ideas or strands that have been very well researched or planned can start to shape up very well indeed .
The angle with Pluto is particularly helpful if we need to cut through to the detail of anything .
This is a penetrating link ideal for getting to the nub or creating the framework for something to be built upon .
Tuesday sees the Harvest Full Moon in the sign of Pisces .
This can beguile , bewitch or befuddle , because of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Uranus angles well to both the Sun and the Moon , suggesting it is going to be important to flex , and bend to the circumstances we encounter .
Something may come into the open that is out of kilter .
With Mercury providing the potential for such precision perhaps we will need to embrace our emotions and take a holistic approach to even practical considerations .
A Grand Cardinal Cross occurs on the same day .
This is particularly complex , not least because it involves Venus and Juno , the planet @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get pulled into the ongoing battle between Mars and Saturn .
If a relationship is out of kilter , the Full Moon may see a power play , but ultimately Uranus pushes that the truth must out .
With Mercury gliding into the fair minded Libra by Saturday , whatever comes up , engaging in constructive dialogue will be much better than taking rigid and brittle making positions .
For more information on how this will pan or your zodiac sign or to watch your zodiac sign Weekly Video forecast or join me @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Horoscopes Conscious Life News Astrologer Patrick Arundell has been a professional Astrologer since 1993 .
Patrick has a real passion for astrology and sees it as a tool which can help any person to gain greater personal awareness , to better guide their life moves .
Patrick is a member of the Astrological Association of Great Britain and his work appears on websites and in magazines and newspapers , globally .
Enjoy Patrick ’ s forecasts every day on CLN .
Learn more about Patrick http : //www.patrickarundell.com or order one of his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , if known , Date and Place of Birth here https : //www.patrickarundell.com/personal-horoscope-reports/

By Patrick Arundell | PatrickArundell.com
The above video contains an astrological overview for the week of 31st August 2020.
To get this week's video horoscope for your specific zodiac sign, click on the link corresponding to your sign:
The week begins the Sun and Mercury continuing their journey in the precise and functional sign of Virgo. Also Mercury is in its dignity here, ruler of the sign that it is, and actually plays a bit of blinder as we say in England, when it comes to our football. Why? Well it angles up at 120 degrees to both Saturn and Pluto in the fellow Earth Triplicity of Capricorn. So, any ideas or strands that have been very well researched or planned can start to shape up very well indeed. The angle with Pluto is particularly helpful if we need to cut through to the detail of anything. This is a penetrating link ideal for getting to the nub or creating the framework for something to be built upon.
Tuesday sees the Harvest Full Moon in the sign of Pisces. This can beguile, bewitch or befuddle, because of the dreamy nature of Pisces, but Uranus angles well to both the Sun and the Moon, suggesting it is going to be important to flex, and bend to the circumstances we encounter. Something may come into the open that is out of kilter. With Mercury providing the potential for such precision perhaps we will need to embrace our emotions and take a holistic approach to even practical considerations.
A Grand Cardinal Cross occurs on the same day. This is particularly complex, not least because it involves Venus and Juno, the planet and asteroid of relating, as the get pulled into the ongoing battle between Mars and Saturn. If a relationship is out of kilter, the Full Moon may see a power play, but ultimately Uranus pushes that the truth must out. With Mercury gliding into the fair minded Libra by Saturday, whatever comes up, engaging in constructive dialogue will be much better than taking rigid and brittle making positions. For more information on how this will pan or your zodiac sign or to watch your zodiac sign Weekly Video forecast or join me at Free Daily, Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes
Conscious Life News Astrologer Patrick Arundell has been a professional Astrologer since 1993. Patrick has a real passion for astrology and sees it as a tool which can help any person to gain greater personal awareness, to better guide their life moves. Patrick is a member of the Astrological Association of Great Britain and his work appears on websites and in magazines and newspapers, globally. Enjoy Patrick’s forecasts every day on CLN. Learn more about Patrick http://www.patrickarundell.com or order one of his Personal Horoscope Reports based on your Time, if known, Date and Place of Birth here https://www.patrickarundell.com/personal-horoscope-reports/


consciouslifenews--2020-08-31--Hypernormalisation: A Documentary of a Fake World

The film takes viewers on a timeline of recent history that appears as though you ’ re seeing bits and pieces of a scrapbook , but which ultimately support the larger message that the world is being controlled by a powerful few while the rest of us are willing puppets in the play Their fake world is simpler than the real world by design , and as a result , people went along with it because the simplicity was reassuring Hypernormalisation tells the story of how politicians , financiers and “ technological utopians ” constructed a fake world over the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ maintain power and control Documentary filmmaker and BBC journalist Adam Curtis has developed a cult following for his eccentric films that combine BBC archival footage into artistic montages combined with dark narratives ; his latest film , Hypernormalisation , came out in 2016 Documentary filmmaker and BBC journalist Adam Curtis have developed a cult following for his eccentric films that combine BBC archival footage into artistic montages combined with dark narratives that create a unique storytelling experience that ’ s both journalistic and entertaining .
His latest film , “ HyperNormalisation , ” @ @ @ @ @ @ @ even more apropos now , as many have the feeling that they ’ re waking up to an unprecedented , and unreal , world anew each and every day — and so-called fake news is all around .
The term “ HyperNormalisation ” was coined by Alexei Yurchak , a Russian historian.1 In an interview with The Economist , Curtis explained that it ’ s used to describe the feeling that comes with accepting total fakeness as normal .
Yurchak had used it in relation to living in the Soviet Union during the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ response to living in the present-day U.S. and Europe .
He said : “ HyperNormalisation , ” tells the story of how politicians , financiers , and “ technological utopians ” constructed a fake world over the last four decades in an attempt to maintain power and control .
Their fake world is simpler than the real world by design , and as a result , people went along with it because the simplicity was reassuring .
The transition began in 1975 when the film describes two world-changing moments that took place in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Damascus , Syria , which shifted the world away from political control and toward one managed instead by financial services , technology , and energy companies .
First , New York ceded its power to bankers .
As noted in The New Yorker : In Damascus , meanwhile , the conflict between Henry Kissinger and Syrian head of state Hafez al-Assad grew , with Kissinger fearing a united Arab world and Assad angered that his attempts at transformation were fading .
“ Kissinger ’ s theory was that instead of having a comprehensive @ @ @ @ @ @ @ specific problems , you split the Middle Eastern world and made everyone dissatisfied , ” Curtis said.4 Further , “ In Curtis ’ view , the Syrian leader pioneered the use of suicide bombing against Americans , ” The New Yorker explained , which then spread throughout the Middle East , accelerating Islamic terrorism in the U.S .
While the roots of modern society can be traced back much further — millennia — Curtis chose to start “ HyperNormalisation ” in 1975 due to the economic crisis of the time .
“ 1975 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the Middle East at the same time as the shift in power away from politics toward finance began in the West , ” he told Hyperallergic.5 “ It ’ s arbitrary , but I chose that moment because those two things are at the root of a lot of other things we have today .
It ’ s a dramatic moment.
” The film then takes viewers on a timeline of recent history that appears as though you ’ re seeing bits and pieces of a scrapbook , but which ultimately support @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being controlled by a powerful few while the rest of us are willing puppets in the play , and we ’ re essentially living in an unreal world .
According to Curtis , mass democracy died out in the early ‘ 90s , only to be replaced by a system that manages people as individuals .
Politics requires that people be in groups in order to control them ; parties are established and individuals join the groups that are then represented by politicians that the group identifies with .
The advancement of technology @ @ @ @ @ @ @ systems can manage masses of people by understanding the way they act as groups — but the people continue to think they ’ re acting as individuals .
Speaking to The Economist , Curtis said : He compares it to a modern ghost story , in which we ’ re haunted by yesterday ’ s behaviors .
By predicting what we ’ ll like based on what we did yesterday , we ’ re inundated with messages that lock us into a static , unchanging world that ’ s repetitive and rarely imagines @ @ @ @ @ @ @ doesn ’ t allow mass politics to challenge power , it has allowed corruption to carry on without it really being challenged properly , ” he says,7 using the example of extremely wealthy people who don ’ t pay taxes .
Although most are aware that this occurs , it doesn ’ t change : While the crux of “ HyperNormalisation ” is that people have retreated into a simplified world perception , the documentary itself is complex and borderline alarming .
Its intricacies can be well explored , however , as it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ then passed around on the internet , such that it ’ s easy to replay it — or sections of it — again and again , something that wasn ’ t always possible with live television .
Speaking with “ HyperNormalisation , ” Curtis said : Watching “ HyperNormalisation , ” you ’ ll be confronted with seemingly unrelated snippets ranging from disaster movies to Jane Fonda , which will make you want to rewind and reconsider what you ’ ve just seen .
And perhaps that ’ s the point .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do more research and ask more questions , and those willing to watch all of its nearly three hours of footage may find themselves indeed feeling like they ’ re climbing through a dark thicket , being led by only a flashlight , as the film ’ s opening portrays .
Meanwhile , the theme of an overriding power funneling information to the masses in an increasingly dumbed-down format is pervasive , right down to the censorship being fostered by social media .
Curtis narrates in the film : “ HyperNormalisation ” also @ @ @ @ @ @ @ freedom ” provided by the internet , which is that giant corporations are largely controlling it .
“ … [ B ] ehind the superficial freedoms of the web were a few giant corporations and opaque systems that controlled what people saw and shaped what they thought .
What was even more mysterious was how they made their decisions about what you should like and what should be hidden from you , ” the documentary states .
And as Curtis noted , “ I ’ m not trying to make a traditional documentary @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a thing that gets why you feel today like you do — uncertain , untrusting of those who tell you what is what .
To make it in a way that emotionally explains that as much as it explains it intellectually.
” 10 On the topic of social media , Curtis described social media as a scam , telling Idler Magazine:11 Technology , largely in the form of social media , feeds into the forces at play that is spreading a state of powerlessness and bewilderment around the world , according to Curtis.12 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ prompts more intense reactions online , hence , more clicks and more money being poured into social media .
It ’ s Curtis ’ goal to create an emotional history of the world , which he plans to create using decades ’ worth of BBC footage from around the world .
His next project is to explore Russia , then China , Egypt , Vietnam , and Africa , telling stories that people want to hear but probably won ’ t otherwise , due to the altered state of reality we ’ re @ @ @ @ @ @ @ check out Curtis ’ past works , which include “ The Power of Nightmares , ” which explores the use of fear for political gain , and “ The Century of the Self , ” which explores Edward Bernays ’ — Sigmund Freud ’ s nephew — use of his uncle ’ s theories to create the public relations industry and gain political power.13

By Dr. Joseph Mercola | mercola.com
The film takes viewers on a timeline of recent history that appears as though you’re seeing bits and pieces of a scrapbook, but which ultimately support the larger message that the world is being controlled by a powerful few while the rest of us are willing puppets in the play
Their fake world is simpler than the real world by design, and as a result, people went along with it because the simplicity was reassuring
Hypernormalisation tells the story of how politicians, financiers and “technological utopians” constructed a fake world over the last four decades in an attempt to maintain power and control
Documentary filmmaker and BBC journalist Adam Curtis has developed a cult following for his eccentric films that combine BBC archival footage into artistic montages combined with dark narratives; his latest film, Hypernormalisation, came out in 2016
Documentary filmmaker and BBC journalist Adam Curtis have developed a cult following for his eccentric films that combine BBC archival footage into artistic montages combined with dark narratives that create a unique storytelling experience that’s both journalistic and entertaining.
His latest film, “HyperNormalisation,” came out in 2016 and is perhaps even more apropos now, as many have the feeling that they’re waking up to an unprecedented, and unreal, world anew each and every day — and so-called fake news is all around. The term “HyperNormalisation” was coined by Alexei Yurchak, a Russian historian.1
In an interview with The Economist, Curtis explained that it’s used to describe the feeling that comes with accepting total fakeness as normal. Yurchak had used it in relation to living in the Soviet Union during the 1980s, but Curtis used it in response to living in the present-day U.S. and Europe. He said:
“Everyone in my country and in America and throughout Europe knows that the system that they are living under isn’t working as it is supposed to; that there is a lot of corruption at the top …
There is a sense of everything being slightly unreal; that you fight a war that seems to cost you nothing and it has no consequences at home; that money seems to grow on trees; that goods come from China and don’t seem to cost you anything; that phones make you feel liberated but that maybe they’re manipulating you but you’re not quite sure. It’s all slightly odd and slightly corrupt.
So I was trying to make a film about where that feeling came from … I was just trying to show the same feeling of unreality, and also that those in charge know that we know that they don’t know what’s going on. That same feeling is pervasive in our society, and that’s what the film is about.”2
Living in a Fake, Simple World
“HyperNormalisation,” tells the story of how politicians, financiers, and “technological utopians” constructed a fake world over the last four decades in an attempt to maintain power and control. Their fake world is simpler than the real world by design, and as a result, people went along with it because the simplicity was reassuring.
The transition began in 1975 when the film describes two world-changing moments that took place in two cities: New York City and Damascus, Syria, which shifted the world away from political control and toward one managed instead by financial services, technology, and energy companies. First, New York ceded its power to bankers. As noted in The New Yorker:
“New York, embroiled in a debt crisis as its middle-class tax base is evaporated by white flight, starts to cede authority to its lenders.
Fearing for the security of their loans, the banks, via a new committee Curtis contends was dominated by their leadership, the Municipal Assistance Corporation, set out to control the city’s finances, resulting in the first wave of banker-mandated austerity to greet a major American city as thousands of teachers, police officers, and firefighters are sacked.”3
In Damascus, meanwhile, the conflict between Henry Kissinger and Syrian head of state Hafez al-Assad grew, with Kissinger fearing a united Arab world and Assad angered that his attempts at transformation were fading. “Kissinger’s theory was that instead of having a comprehensive peace for Palestinians, which would cause specific problems, you split the Middle Eastern world and made everyone dissatisfied,” Curtis said.4
Further, “In Curtis’ view, the Syrian leader pioneered the use of suicide bombing against Americans,” The New Yorker explained, which then spread throughout the Middle East, accelerating Islamic terrorism in the U.S. While the roots of modern society can be traced back much further — millennia — Curtis chose to start “HyperNormalisation” in 1975 due to the economic crisis of the time.
“1975 is when a shift in power happened in the Middle East at the same time as the shift in power away from politics toward finance began in the West,” he told Hyperallergic.5 “It’s arbitrary, but I chose that moment because those two things are at the root of a lot of other things we have today. It’s a dramatic moment.”
The film then takes viewers on a timeline of recent history that appears as though you’re seeing bits and pieces of a scrapbook, but which ultimately support the larger message that the world is being controlled by a powerful few while the rest of us are willing puppets in the play, and we’re essentially living in an unreal world.
Being Managed as Individuals
According to Curtis, mass democracy died out in the early ‘90s, only to be replaced by a system that manages people as individuals. Politics requires that people be in groups in order to control them; parties are established and individuals join the groups that are then represented by politicians that the group identifies with.
The advancement of technology has changed this, particularly because computer systems can manage masses of people by understanding the way they act as groups — but the people continue to think they’re acting as individuals. Speaking to The Economist, Curtis said:
“This is the genius of what happened with computer networks. Using feedback loops, pattern matching and pattern recognition, those systems can understand us quite simply. That we are far more similar to each other than we might think, that my desire for an iPhone as a way of expressing my identity is mirrored by millions of other people who feel exactly the same.
We’re not actually that individualistic. We’re very similar to each other and computers know that dirty secret. But because we feel like we’re in control when we hold the magic screen, it allows us to feel like we’re still individuals. And that’s a wonderful way of managing the world.”6
He compares it to a modern ghost story, in which we’re haunted by yesterday’s behaviors. By predicting what we’ll like based on what we did yesterday, we’re inundated with messages that lock us into a static, unchanging world that’s repetitive and rarely imagines anything new.
“And because it doesn’t allow mass politics to challenge power, it has allowed corruption to carry on without it really being challenged properly,” he says,7 using the example of extremely wealthy people who don’t pay taxes. Although most are aware that this occurs, it doesn’t change:
“I think it has something to do with this technocratic world because it doesn't have the capacity to respond to that kind of thing. It has the capacity to manage us very well. It’s benign but it doesn’t have the capacity to challenge the rich and the powerful within that system, who use it badly for their own purposes.”8
A Complex Documentary for an Oversimplified Time
While the crux of “HyperNormalisation” is that people have retreated into a simplified world perception, the documentary itself is complex and borderline alarming. Its intricacies can be well explored, however, as it was released directly on BBC iPlayer, then passed around on the internet, such that it’s easy to replay it — or sections of it — again and again, something that wasn’t always possible with live television. Speaking with “HyperNormalisation,” Curtis said:
“The interesting thing about online is that you can do things that are more complex and involving and less patronizing to the audience than traditional documentaries, which tend to simplify so much because they’re panicking that people will only watch them once live. They tend to just tell you what you already know. I think you can do some more complicated things, and that’s what I’ve been trying.”9
Watching “HyperNormalisation,” you’ll be confronted with seemingly unrelated snippets ranging from disaster movies to Jane Fonda, which will make you want to rewind and reconsider what you’ve just seen. And perhaps that’s the point.
The gaps in the story compel viewers to do more research and ask more questions, and those willing to watch all of its nearly three hours of footage may find themselves indeed feeling like they’re climbing through a dark thicket, being led by only a flashlight, as the film’s opening portrays.
Meanwhile, the theme of an overriding power funneling information to the masses in an increasingly dumbed-down format is pervasive, right down to the censorship being fostered by social media. Curtis narrates in the film:
“… as the intelligence systems online gathered evermore data, new forms of guidance began to illumine, social media created filters — complex algorithms that looked at what individuals liked and then fed more of the same back to them.
In the process, individuals began to move, without noticing, into bubbles that isolated them from enormous amounts of other information. They only heard and saw what they liked, and the news feeds increasingly excluded anything that might challenge people's pre-existing beliefs.”
Giant Corporations Behind the Internet’s Superficial Freedom
“HyperNormalisation” also touches on the irony behind the “freedom” provided by the internet, which is that giant corporations are largely controlling it. “… [B]ehind the superficial freedoms of the web were a few giant corporations and opaque systems that controlled what people saw and shaped what they thought. What was even more mysterious was how they made their decisions about what you should like and what should be hidden from you,” the documentary states.
And as Curtis noted, “I’m not trying to make a traditional documentary. I’m trying to make a thing that gets why you feel today like you do — uncertain, untrusting of those who tell you what is what. To make it in a way that emotionally explains that as much as it explains it intellectually.”10 On the topic of social media, Curtis described social media as a scam, telling Idler Magazine:11
“The Internet has been captured by four giant corporations who don’t produce anything, contribute nothing to the wealth of the country, and hoard their billions of dollars in order to pounce on anything that appears to be a competitor and buy it out immediately.
They will get you and I to do the work for them — which is putting the data in — then they send out what they con other people into believing are targeted ads. But actually, the problem with their advertising is that it is — like all geek stuff — literal. It has no imagination to it whatsoever. It sees that you bought a ticket to Budapest, so you’re going to get more tickets to Budapest. It’s a scam.”
Technology, largely in the form of social media, feeds into the forces at play that is spreading a state of powerlessness and bewilderment around the world, according to Curtis.12 This is fueled by anger, which prompts more intense reactions online, hence, more clicks and more money being poured into social media.
It’s Curtis’ goal to create an emotional history of the world, which he plans to create using decades’ worth of BBC footage from around the world. His next project is to explore Russia, then China, Egypt, Vietnam, and Africa, telling stories that people want to hear but probably won’t otherwise, due to the altered state of reality we’re living in.
To explore more, check out Curtis’ past works, which include “The Power of Nightmares,” which explores the use of fear for political gain, and “The Century of the Self,” which explores Edward Bernays’ — Sigmund Freud’s nephew — use of his uncle’s theories to create the public relations industry and gain political power.13


consciouslifenews--2020-08-31--Ronnie Long, Wrongfully Convicted by All-White Jury, Freed After 44 Years in Prison

On April 25 , 1976 , 54-year-old Sarah Bost , the widow of an executive at Cannon Mills textile company , a leading local employer , called Concord police to report a forced entry into her home .
According to court documents ( pdf ) , “ a man entered the home ” and “ put a knife to [ Bost 's ] throat.
” His motive was apparently robbery ; when Bost was unable to give him any money , her assailant “ became angry , cursed her , threw her to the ground , ripped her clothes off @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ” According to the documents , “ the man repeatedly ordered Bost not to look at his face , but she defied him in the hope that she could identify her attacker if she survived.
” Bost was later invited by the police to attend a court session at which she “ identified ” Long in the packed courtroom , telling officers that “ there was no doubt ” that Long had raped her .
“ I will never forget the coloring of his skin , ” the victim told police .
“ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his skin , ” Bost told police .
Long 's trial began in the Cabarrus County Superior Court in September 1976 .
Despite a lack of physical evidence linking Long to the attack and the defendant 's solid alibi—he was at home with his mother and young son on the night of the crime—the all-white jury found him guilty of first-degree rape and first-degree burglary and sentenced him to two life terms in prison .
He was 20 years old .
In 2005 , a judge granted Long 's motion to review biological @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his DNA for testing .
The judge also ordered a review of the evidence in the case , a move that turned up hair , clothing fiber , and other samples from the crime scene that did not match Long 's .
None of that evidence had been shared with the defendant 's legal team during the discovery phase of his 1976 trial .
Nor was a rape kit , which had been prepared by the hospital where Bost was examined and treated .
Then , in 2015 , the North Carolina Innocence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ uncovered 43 fingerprints collected from the crime scene .
They were not Long 's .
Despite these shocking revelations , a tribunal of the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Long a new trial in a 2-1 decision this January .
Judge Julius N. Richardson , appointed by President Donald Trump , argued that Long would have been convicted anyway , regardless of the exculpatory evidence .
Fortunately for Long , the sole dissenting judge , Stephanie D. Thacker , citing “ a troubling and striking pattern of deliberate police suppression of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by the full Fourth Circuit Court .
“ Without a doubt , no reasonable jury could find Mr. Long guilty based on the undeniable facts before us today , ” the appeals court declared , citing “ suppressed physical evidence failing to link Mr. Long to the crime scene , the perjured testimony of investigating officers , missing key biological evidence , and an eyewitness identification obtained through means now illegal in North Carolina.
” “ Justice demands that we immediately grant Mr. Long the relief he has pursued for 44 years , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'm glad it 's over with now , ” Long declared after walking out of prison .
Long said he was “ disappointed in a system that is supposed to be about right and wrong , ” but that he always believed that he would “ be standing right where I 'm standing now.
” “ I never gave up that hope , ” Long added .
“ They will never , ever , ever lock me up again .
”

On April 25, 1976, 54-year-old Sarah Bost, the widow of an executive at Cannon Mills textile company, a leading local employer, called Concord police to report a forced entry into her home. According to court documents (pdf), “a man entered the home” and “put a knife to [Bost's] throat.” His motive was apparently robbery; when Bost was unable to give him any money, her assailant “became angry, cursed her, threw her to the ground, ripped her clothes off, beat her, and raped her.”
According to the documents, “the man repeatedly ordered Bost not to look at his face, but she defied him in the hope that she could identify her attacker if she survived.”
Bost was later invited by the police to attend a court session at which she “identified” Long in the packed courtroom, telling officers that “there was no doubt” that Long had raped her.
“I will never forget the coloring of his skin,” the victim told police.
“I will never forget… the coloring of his skin,” Bost told police.
Long's trial began in the Cabarrus County Superior Court in September 1976. Despite a lack of physical evidence linking Long to the attack and the defendant's solid alibi—he was at home with his mother and young son on the night of the crime—the all-white jury found him guilty of first-degree rape and first-degree burglary and sentenced him to two life terms in prison.
He was 20 years old.
In 2005, a judge granted Long's motion to review biological evidence and to allow him to submit his DNA for testing. The judge also ordered a review of the evidence in the case, a move that turned up hair, clothing fiber, and other samples from the crime scene that did not match Long's.
None of that evidence had been shared with the defendant's legal team during the discovery phase of his 1976 trial. Nor was a rape kit, which had been prepared by the hospital where Bost was examined and treated.
Then, in 2015, the North Carolina Innocence Committee's Postconviction DNA Testing Assistance Program uncovered 43 fingerprints collected from the crime scene. They were not Long's.
Despite these shocking revelations, a tribunal of the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Long a new trial in a 2-1 decision this January. Judge Julius N. Richardson, appointed by President Donald Trump, argued that Long would have been convicted anyway, regardless of the exculpatory evidence.
Fortunately for Long, the sole dissenting judge, Stephanie D. Thacker, citing “a troubling and striking pattern of deliberate police suppression of material evidence,” prompted a review by the full Fourth Circuit Court.
“Without a doubt, no reasonable jury could find Mr. Long guilty based on the undeniable facts before us today,” the appeals court declared, citing “suppressed physical evidence failing to link Mr. Long to the crime scene, the perjured testimony of investigating officers, missing key biological evidence, and an eyewitness identification obtained through means now illegal in North Carolina.”
“Justice demands that we immediately grant Mr. Long the relief he has pursued for 44 years,” the court concluded.
“I'm glad it's over with now,” Long declared after walking out of prison.
Long said he was “disappointed in a system that is supposed to be about right and wrong,” but that he always believed that he would “be standing right where I'm standing now.”
“I never gave up that hope,” Long added. “They will never, ever, ever lock me up again.”


consciouslifenews--2020-08-31--How to Live Truth and Get Beyond the Buzz:  The Time is NOW!

More than ever , we must find and live truth !
All of us have been conditioned by culture and education .
This conditioning left us void of one important truth .
We are all connected and we are powerful creators .
Below is a list of thoughts and ideas based on universal laws that you can implement today for the express reason of living truth and making a difference in this crazy world .
Keep these three simple words in mind .
To .
Do .
So .
Be an active participant , the time is NOW for each @ @ @ @ @ @ @ !
The law of Inner Revelation – In order for truth to be known : it first must be realized , revealed and recognized inwardly .
Then it blossoms , grows and bears fruit .
The fruit is nourishing to body and soul with long lasting benefits .
Love is the creative force of the universe .
There is only Oneness and we are all mirrors of one another in this vast creation .
Humans are radiant beings of Light with unrealized power , waiting to become transformed into higher-dimensional forms .
We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ waiting to be realized and that will transform us .
Humans are powerful creators and each person has been sent to Earth to fulfill a mission .
Below is a list of 13 codes of behavior that can positively impact your life .
Immediately do you think , that is an unlucky number ?
Could 13 be part of your conditioning ?
Think of 13 as a sum .
1 + 3 = 4 .
Now look to the power of the number 4 .
Number 4 is the number of stability , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is the number of the earth and mankind .
Number 4 is the number of the square .
There are four cardinal points : North – South – East – West There are four phases of the moon .
In the West we have four elements : earth – air – fire – water .
• Your mind can hold only one thought at a time .
You must choose either thoughts of hope , love and Light or thoughts of fear and negativity .
Hold the perfect vision in your mind for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world .
Let no mortal take that vision from you .
Follow your dreams and never stop believing in yourself .
You will become more powerful than individuals who have knowledge , but do not have the courage to realize their dreams .
• Never put energy into responding to those who try to tear you down .
Feed only the positive and keep this energy flowing into your accomplishments .
Negative forces divert your energy and prevent you from realizing your dreams .
• Hold the Light for the world .
Never @ @ @ @ @ @ @ or word .
Stand firm with your integrity , even under adversity , and be kinder than necessary .
• Commit your attitude and behaviors to self-improvement .
See pain and disappointment as opportunities to accept greater challenges and then forge boldly ahead to become the person you are destined to be !
• Compare your behavior with that of others and become more positive than anyone you know .
Strive to embody a positive attitude and watch your performance soar .
( Use the string around your finger method if that helps @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of your life by watching every thought , word , action and feeling that you emit .
End the practice of blaming others and see that all pain and disappointment are only opportunities for growth and mastery .
• Smile , for the gift of a smile is free .
Let your smile grow into laughter and share this with the world .
• See the Light of the soul within all people , knowing that each is a child of the one Creator .
Treat all as you yourself would like to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ may challenge your patience .
• Never give up on those who appear negative , for the truth is that their need to find love is greater than yours .
• Never forget that a person ’ s greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated .
• In mastery , one must be willing to assist others out of the brambles .
You must be willing to obey your own inner guidance .
Find the teacher inside and listen to the wisdom .
You not only will become enlightened , but you will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ forget that we have embodied in order to live in harmony with others and with the Earth and to increase our awareness of the God-self within .
Harmlessness is a basic part of our consciousness and must be accessed if we are to become Masters .
• For every moment of every day there is an appropriate prayer to say .
Find the prayer that is right for you in this moment and give thanks that you have the wisdom and insight to recognize it .
Live well my friends , by knowing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ strong , resilient and of good courage .
❤ Julia Julia Parsell is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor with an emphasis on the intersection of science and the sacred .
She writes from experiences and transformative understandings that have led her to an authentic and peaceful life .
She goes by these names : wife , daughter , grandmother , mother , sister , aunt , niece , cousin , and friend .
As home educator of her three children , she also developed/ran cafes , and maintained various leadership roles within her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ encourage others to live life fully .
Her passions are family , art creation , writing , and trail blazing .
She is happily married in Western North Carolina .

More than ever, we must find and live truth! All of us have been conditioned by culture and education. This conditioning left us void of one important truth. We are all connected and we are powerful creators.
Below is a list of thoughts and ideas based on universal laws that you can implement today for the express reason of living truth and making a difference in this crazy world.
Keep these three simple words in mind. To. Do. So. Be an active participant, the time is NOW for each of us to speak and live truth!
The law of Inner Revelation – In order for truth to be known: it first must be realized, revealed and recognized inwardly. Then it blossoms, grows and bears fruit. The fruit is nourishing to body and soul with long lasting benefits.
Love is the creative force of the universe. There is only Oneness and we are all mirrors of one another in this vast creation. Humans are radiant beings of Light with unrealized power, waiting to become transformed into higher-dimensional forms. We each have a Higher Self that is waiting to be realized and that will transform us. Humans are powerful creators and each person has been sent to Earth to fulfill a mission.
Below is a list of 13 codes of behavior that can positively impact your life. Immediately do you think, that is an unlucky number? Could 13 be part of your conditioning? Think of 13 as a sum. 1 + 3 = 4. Now look to the power of the number 4.
Number 4 is the number of stability, order and completion of justice Number 4 is the number of the earth and mankind. Number 4 is the number of the square. Number 4 symbolizes building a strong foundation. There are four cardinal points: North – South – East – West There are four winds. There are four phases of the moon. There are four seasons. In the West we have four elements: earth – air – fire – water.
Number 4 – A Perfect Number
13 CODES OF BEHAVIOR That Express Truth
Your mind can hold only one thought at a time. You must choose either thoughts of hope, love and Light or thoughts of fear and negativity. Hold the perfect vision in your mind for yourself, your loved ones and the world. Let no mortal take that vision from you. Follow your dreams and never stop believing in yourself. You will become more powerful than individuals who have knowledge, but do not have the courage to realize their dreams. Never put energy into responding to those who try to tear you down. Feed only the positive and keep this energy flowing into your accomplishments. Negative forces divert your energy and prevent you from realizing your dreams. Hold the Light for the world. Never underestimate the effect of a kind action or word. Stand firm with your integrity, even under adversity, and be kinder than necessary. Commit your attitude and behaviors to self-improvement. See pain and disappointment as opportunities to accept greater challenges and then forge boldly ahead to become the person you are destined to be! Compare your behavior with that of others and become more positive than anyone you know. Strive to embody a positive attitude and watch your performance soar. (Use the string around your finger method if that helps 🙂 Take responsibility for all aspects of your life by watching every thought, word, action and feeling that you emit. End the practice of blaming others and see that all pain and disappointment are only opportunities for growth and mastery. Smile, for the gift of a smile is free. Let your smile grow into laughter and share this with the world. See the Light of the soul within all people, knowing that each is a child of the one Creator. Treat all as you yourself would like to be treated, even though some individuals may challenge your patience. Never give up on those who appear negative, for the truth is that their need to find love is greater than yours. Never forget that a person’s greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated. In mastery, one must be willing to assist others out of the brambles. You must be willing to obey your own inner guidance. Find the teacher inside and listen to the wisdom. You not only will become enlightened, but you will also become a Master. Never forget that we have embodied in order to live in harmony with others and with the Earth and to increase our awareness of the God-self within. Harmlessness is a basic part of our consciousness and must be accessed if we are to become Masters. For every moment of every day there is an appropriate prayer to say. Find the prayer that is right for you in this moment and give thanks that you have the wisdom and insight to recognize it.
Live well my friends, by knowing and exuding your truth everyday. Be strong, resilient and of good courage. ❤ Julia
Julia Parsell is a Certified Holistic Health Counselor with an emphasis on the intersection of science and the sacred. She writes from experiences and transformative understandings that have led her to an authentic and peaceful life. She goes by these names: wife, daughter, grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. As home educator of her three children, she also developed/ran cafes, and maintained various leadership roles within her community. Her greatest desire is to encourage others to live life fully. Her passions are family, art creation, writing, and trail blazing. She is happily married in Western North Carolina.