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11 Things A Strong Woman Won’t Tolerate In A Relationship

By
Stephanie Reeds

Congratulations. You’ve found yourself a strong, I-can-do-it lady. So now that you’ve entered the relationship with an independent woman, the most important step is figuring out how to keep her.

She will need her wings to fly and save the world couple of times a day. She’ll need her own time to do her own things at her own pace. But giving her that space for some men can be really intimidating.

Guys, here’s a little advice: The key is to trust her enough that once she’s done doing her things, she’ll come back to you. If the love of your life is a strong, independent lady, here are 11 things you should know she’ll never tolerate:

1. Disrespect

A strong woman knows her worth more than anything else. She values respect and treats others with the same amount they treat her.

So, when you go on and disrespect someone else’s opinion, let alone her own, she won’t stand aside. That is a sure sign that you’ll get the TIMEOUT. She just won’t have that attitude.

In fact, have in mind that whenever you’re on a date with a tough lady, she subtly pays attention to every behavior of yours. If you’re kind and respectful, she might see you again. If not, she’s going to the “toilet”, and she is never coming back.

2. Being Controlled

If there’s one crucial thing to be aware of when you’re in a relationship with an independent lady, is giving up the idea that you can control her. They are independent. They are wild beings.

You’ll never be able to tame a strong lady. Don’t think for a moment that you can tell her where she can go or what she can do. They need their freedom and it’s better for you if you just leave them be.

3. Breaking Her Boundaries

If the answer to your question is NO, then you better stick to it. Know this: Strong, independent ladies won’t break under your manipulation.

So, if you keep on pushing her limits for too long, you are guaranteed to trigger a devastating end to the relationship. Don’t cross her boundaries.

4. Dominating The Relationship

Equality is a value she respects the most. And while control can be kinky and sexy in the bedroom, it’ll be a complete turn off if you try to pull it off in your daily functioning.

If you expect from her to serve you at her pleasure, you’re terribly wrong my friend. A strong woman won’t agree to slave you around the house and make your food if you don’t do the same for her.

Forget your traditional beliefs of what should a woman do. If you date a fierce lady, have in mind that she knows her worth. And you know what? Your worth isn’t more than hers.

5. Lying (Even if it’s over something small)

Even if it’s a white lie we’re talking about, lying is not approved as a part of her life. She considers honesty to be one of her strongest traits and she expects exactly the same.

She’ll tell you everything, but in return, she’ll expect nothing but the truth from you. If you’re not going to abide, she’ll sense the lie from miles and you won’t hear from her ever again.

Have the courage and dignity to speak to her up front. Strong, independent ladies don’t have the time to deal with boys. 

6. Jealousy

Oh, don’t even try to pull this stunt. You’ll be left and forgotten.

First of all, it’s a serious sign of insecurity. She can’t go on and waste her time trying to convince you that she only went out to have a drink with the girls.

She won’t waste her life with a person who doesn’t trust her enough when she’s alone with her male friend.  So just let her be, and believe her. A strong woman who firmly stands her ground will never betray your trust.

7. Cheating

A definite NO-NO! If you ever do this, and your woman catches you, that’s it. Don’t try to justify it. Don’t even think you’ll get a second time around.

A strong independent woman looks for a relationship that will take her to a higher level in life. She strives for a person who is mature enough to be with her.

8. Unkindness

Another kind of insecurity is being harsh to others. People are usually mean when they feel endangered. A strong woman will never choose to settle for a person who is mean and disrespectful to other, but respectful to her.

It’s hypocritical and insincere. She won’t allow having that kind of attitude in her life.

9. Not Supporting Her Goals And Dreams

No matter how tough she actually is, she still needs someone who’ll be there on her worst days, a person who will encourage her wildest dreams and desired goals.

Strong, independent women go after so much more than an average person does. They are driven by passion and success is their biggest motivation. They can do everything that comes to their mind.

However, as confident as she is, sometimes she’ll just need you to be there, if only for a talk. She’ll panic and will come to you. Make sure to always remind her that failure is just another step towards success.

10. Mothering You

Most importantly, a strong, tough lady won’t be okay with taking you under her wing and mothering you.

She’s a confident, mature and responsible adult and expects the same from you. Don’t act like she should take care of your childish shenanigans. She’ll have you out in no minute.

11. Excuses

Sure, it’s understandable to excuse yourself for not being able to do something. It happens. But if you continue with a constant stream of apologies and excuses, be prepared to say your goodbyes.

Strong women accept apologies but also know when to just stop and walk away. If you are a guy who is really good at making excuses, she will assume you had a lot of practice before her.

The thing is, a strong woman doesn’t need you. She never did. She chose to have you in her life because she wants you. The right person will see the value in this and cherish her for her individuality!

8 Cruel Realities That Will Make You Stronger Once You Accept Them

By
Stephanie Reeds

We’re all used to reading affirmative posts about how life is rainbows and unicorns, and how everything will eventually settle down. I’m not saying I’m against it… but let’s put things into a more realistic perspective.

It’s important to understand that life is a sequence of both positive and negative events, and considering that, most of the time we struggle to put everything in order.

There will be some hard things for us to swallow and some truths which we wouldn’t be always brave enough to hear. However, accepting them as a part of your life will only make you grow stronger.

These are the 8 cruel realities of life that will make you stronger once you acknowledge them:

1. You CAN’T CHANGE the PAST

No matter how hard you try to change the things that once happened, the past can never be re-written. What’s done is done, what’s gone is gone and the only thing left to do is to concentrate on the beauty the present moment holds.

Don’t waste your time figuring out the things you could’ve done to possibly prevent something from happening. Instead, focus on your future goals, and do your best to achieve them.

2. Being BUSY doesn’t always mean you are being PRODUCTIVE

Some people just love to complain about how busy they are. Complaining usually gets in the way of successfully completing a certain task, don’t you think? They don’t realize that instead of stressing about how much they have to do, they need to focus on more rational thinking.

Remember: Work smarter, not harder! Be effective and use your sources wisely. List everything you must do, put all the important tasks at the top of the list, and get things going. Block everything that distracts you and work harder. No excuses!

3. You do HAVE THE TIME, so stop telling everyone you don’t

One of the most common things I’ve heard from people would be: “I don’t have enough time to do everything I want”. Okay, so we live in a fast-paced world where half of your day is spent working a job that provides you an average income.  We’re all busy. We’re always up and running.

But, with a good organization and a bit of willpower, everything is possible! How many hours a day do you spend scrolling stories on Instagram? Watching TV? I’m guessing too many.

It’s a fact we fill our days with useless distractions, but you need to make time to identify yours and reschedule your time for different, more productive activities. It’ll be worth it, I promise.

4. Tomorrow DOESN’T come for everyone

It’s the sad truth. We’ll be gone from the face of the Earth in a certain time. As dreadful as it sounds, it’s a thing that can’t be changed and remains the same. But the one thing we can do about it is to embrace life, no matter how hard sometimes is.

Don’t put off until tomorrow what can be done today. This goes for everything in life. Tell your parents how much you love them, accept that job opportunity that thrills you, ask the one you like on a date. Use the present moment.

Because for some people, tomorrow never comes.

5. FAILURE is inevitable

There will surely be times when life won’t go as planned and you’ll fail. You’ll face problems that you didn’t think even exist. It will discourage you to the point where you won’t be able to try again. But that’s life.

No matter how much plans you make, failure will be here to teach us and make us stronger. So, don’t be afraid to fail. Whatever you do, try to look at the positive side of things, and find a way to rise from the ashes. Ultimately, you’ll succeed.

6. NOTHING will be perfect

Don’t waste your life trying to make everything perfect. There will be things that you won’t be able to control. Stop waiting for the right time or right situation to come, and just do it your way!

7. Make time for your PASSION

If there’s something that sets your heart on fire and sparks up your eyes whenever you talk about it, embrace it and make that thing work! Take time out of your busy agenda to do the things that make your soul flourish.

When you do the thing you love, you’ll never have to work a day in your life.

8. You’ll learn the HARD WAY, but you won’t be able to always rely on FRIENDS

Friends are considered as our life companions, our soulmates. However, life can get a bit rough and show us that some people were in our life just for their own beneficial reason. You end up betrayed and you feel like you’ll never be able to trust someone the way you did.

Don’t let this discourage you. Just move on with your life. Be nice to people. You’ll get everything you deserve.

Now that you’ve heard the un-sugar-coated version of life, what will you do today to start getting your life together?

It Is Almost 2018 And This Time I Am Finally Letting You Go

By
Mary Wright

Losing you was not a one-time incident. I have been losing you every single time I had a shattering and hollow feeling inside while watching you leave. I have been losing you every time I went back reminiscing about times when I’ve given my best to make the relationship work, and yet you always managed to slip right through my fingers.

And at nights like these, my unreliable mind still recalls your gestures, your voice, all the small things that you did that once meant the world to me, and now are only reminders of what I have lost and can’t have it back.

A stormy sky reminds me of you because you were a storm. And I was an aftermath. Everything happened so fast between us, just like a storm that comes unexpected but impacts you deeply – leaving you vulnerable and excited at the same time.

People say to me that things will be better and that the sun will eventually come out again. But I don’t believe in that.

I believe that things will get better when you decide to take the matter in your hands; when you accept the truth no matter how hard it can be, and when you finally come to terms with the fact that certain things have to end and that you are ready to open new doors.

Because, the thing is, everything in our life is a choice. We choose to love, to cheat, to break hearts, to mend them, to apologize, and to forgive and forget.

And deciding to leave and forget you was like existing in both storms and clear skies. Because you were both – a calm sea and devious waves at the same time. A survival and a catastrophe happening all at once.

You’ve knocked down the walls I’ve built over the years to protect myself. Others say that it is inevitable that two people sharing an intimate relationship will leave a mark to one another, but they never say that these marks are actually deep scars. And they will stay with me forever.

Now, when I look back to the old happy days, I am feeling regret because we were perfect back then, and everything was going so smoothly that it came as a shock to me when things started to fall apart. Without warnings. Without any signs suggesting that our relationship is about to be shattered in pieces.

And now I release you. I reached a pain threshold and I decided to release you from all this constant confusion and embitterment.

I won’t chase someone that doesn’t want to stay. Because you can’t keep someone that doesn’t want to be kept. I am leaving you behind. I am finally moving away from the storm for good.

This is me, saying goodbye, releasing you, and wishing you all the best. I loved you, and I hope you will be loved again. But this time, not by me.

A 6-Year-Old Boy Makes $11 Million A Year On YouTube Reviewing Toys

By
Mary Wright

Ryan is a 6-year-old boy and a ‘host’ of Ryan ToysReview which is a very popular channel on YouTube for toy-review. This 6-year-old ‘host’ is also a multimillionaire.

According to Forbes’ list, Ryan ToysReview, a family-run channel on YouTube, generated almost $11 million in 2017.

This $11 million raw estimate placed Ryan ToysReview on the eighth place on Forbes’ list along with the American sketch comedy YouTube channel Smosh.

Ryan’s parents have shot and released videos of the young boy’s reviews almost daily since the beginning of Ryan ToysReview back in March 2015.

Ryan, then a 4-year-old boy, and a great fan of toy-review, asked his parents to make him a YouTube channel where he could review toys.

He started slowly until his video went viral in July 2015. The video showed Ryan opening a box of more than a hundred Pixar’s “Cars” toys and reviewing them. It had more than 800 million views.

Ryan’s YouTube channel now reviews new toys with the videos including Ryan’s enthusiastic and earnest commentaries.

The channel now has an audience of about 10 million subscribers which has an income of approximately $1 million a month from advertising alone.

Watch Ryan, the lucky boy, reviewing a DIY candy dispenser:  

These 17 Brutal Life Truths Will Help You Get Your Life Together

By
Stephanie Reeds

Life is hard, okay? It’s a freaking rollercoaster ride on the highest and scariest rails you’ve ever seen. You don’t know its next move, you don’t know whether it’ll go right or left, and it seems like the minute you’re up in the sky, you’re getting knocked down again.

Everyone went through the difficulties life served us and managed to survive the hardship. However, there will be times when life will push you to the limits and make you feel hopeless.

When things start to take some nasty course of their own, you shouldn’t allow yourself to back down to them. The truth is, most of the time you can’t control everything that happens to you, but the one thing you can do is – STAND UP for yourself and fight back.

Once you acknowledge that there will always be things out of your control, you can easily get yourself together and start living.

These are 17 brutal truths about the life you no one wants to admit:

1. Your life will eventually come to end

As much as it sounds perfect, we are not invincible. It’s not called a circle of life for nothing. We’re made of flesh and blood and life, as it is after a long time, will lead us to an end. Stop wasting your days and fully embrace the present moment.

2. …And we’ll all die

By accepting this you realize that the same goes for everyone else you know. So, hug your close ones and make sure to tell them every day just how much you love them.

3. Money won’t make you happy

Yes, money is indeed very relevant to our existence. But won’t buy you happiness. Life is about embracing and living it to the fullest. Stop spending money in order to compensate for the things you don’t have.

4. You won’t be able to make everyone happy. Nor should you try it.

Don’t even try doing that.  Take care of yourself and your loved ones before your time runs out. The rest will take a course of its own. You don’t owe anyone anything.

5. Talent fades if you let it

If you have a God-given ability in a certain area, hold on to it and learn all the possible ways you can enhance and promote it. Don’t ever let it go to waste!

6. No one cares how hard your life is. STOP whining!

You know what? Life is hard for all of us. Everyone is facing hardship and goes through some difficult times. But it’s life. And life was never supposed to be easy. If you are not satisfied with where are you going, change something. But don’t go complaining if you are not planning to do something about it.

7. Search for a deeper meaning, no matter what you do

Life is a miraculous journey that takes us on various adventures. Be more curious, explore them and ask questions about everything. Whatever you do, always search for the deeper meaning of things. Take out of life as much as possible while you’re here.

8. Time is the most precious thing in your life. Don’t waste it for nothing!

It passes so quickly, you won’t even feel it. And after a while, you just realize that you haven’t had enough time to do everything you’ve ever dreamed of. Let’s avoid waking one day and regretting the things we haven’t achieved. Work hard and always do your best!

9. Share your wisdom with people

If you know something that could be valuable to other people, don’t hesitate to share it. Don’t ever let EGO get in your way. After all, remember: Treat others the way you want to be treated!

10. NOW is all we have

Leave the past and stop chasing the future. You’re not powerful to change it anyway. Instead, focus on your actual state and all the things you could do at the present time. Most of all, enjoy it. One thing we can be certain of is NOW.

11. Cherish and nurture your relationships with the ones you love

If you want something to grow, you need to nurture it. Cultivate the relationships with the ones you love. Keep the real ones and show them how much they mean to you. You do what needs to be done. The rest is not up to you.

12. Don’t try to make everything perfect. It will kill you.

Pointing out flaws and beating yourself up will only waste your life. Instead of trying to make everything perfect, accept the fact that it’s not and move on. When you put it like that, you’ll see that flaws aren’t bad at all. They’re actually the best part.

13. Only you are responsible for your actions

No one will ever be responsible for the things that happen to you! Get out there and start living your life.

14. Searching for happiness prevents you from finding it

Stop chasing it and you’ll feel the minute it approaches you. Start by focusing more on the present time and less on the future.

15. Thinking versus doing is not the same

Daydreaming is nice, but if it ends up with you doing nothing, success will be nowhere close to you. There’s a huge difference between doing and thinking. So, you better get a hold of your self and start doing the things you’ve been thinking about.

16. Everything changes

Another thing we can be certain of – Everything is relative. One thing ends, another begins. Changes are inevitable for our physical and mental growth. Don’t be afraid to accept it. Regardless of how scary changes might look, you’ll never know what will bring you. And that’s the beauty of it.

17. Failure is the road to success

It is an unavoidable part of our lives. Don’t let it discourage you. Disappointments are here to give us the most valuable lessons in life. Let failures be even a bigger motivation as you make the steps to your achieved goal!

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This Is What 2018 Will Be Like For You – A Sneak Peak Based On Your Zodiac Sign

By
Mary Wright

ARIES (March 21st – April 19th)

2018 will be a big year for Aries. Your dreams will be finally recognized and fulfilled as long as you are ready to work hard for them. Aries tend to sabotage their plans by suddenly losing focus or allowing their restless nature to get in their way. However, this year things will be different for Aries. They will finally make their dreams come true. They will achieve everything they’ve planned and more.

TAURUS (April 20th – May 21st)

Taurus, get ready for a year of self-discovery and several life epiphanies along the way. You will notice many changes in your outer as well as in your inner being. You’ve probably felt a little lost, but this year you will finally understand who you are at the core. The long and exhausting search for your place in the world will finally come to an end. You will be grateful and at peace in the following year.

GEMINI (May 22nd – June 21st)

Gemini, you have to hold on tight this year and get ready for some serious and drastic changes – both mental and physical. Exciting and brand-new opportunities are coming to you, so don’t miss the change to grab them. Don’t stop pushing forward because soon you will fell the benefits of your efforts. This 2018 year is all about making changes and taking risks, so don’t hold yourself back.

CANCER (June 22nd – July 22nd)

2018 will be a year of breakthrough for Cancers. A year full of opportunities, hope, and fortune is ahead of you, which is something that you lacked or lost the previous year. You will find a new level of positivity and optimism. You will reclaim your lost self-confidence because you will finally realize all the wonderful things that the world can offer you. This year you are about to shine.

LEO (July 23rd – August 22nd)

This year for Leos will be anything but boring. It will be the opposite of boring – positive, energetic, and uplifting year. You will begin the following year with a clean slate, without any traumas and struggles from your past relationships. You will also let go off any negativity that has been weighing you down for quite some time. It’s a year full of adventures, excitement, relaxation, and new connections.

VIRGO (August 23rd – September 22nd)

2018 will be a year of changes for Virgos. It will also be a year of personal growth and you will experience a new way of thinking – more positive and rational. Your self-confidence will grow, and others will notice the major change in you. There would not be a grain of doubt in you, and this will help you to become more brave and courageous than before.

LIBRA (September 23rd – October 22nd)

Libras will concentrate on themselves and on meeting their needs in 2018. They will decide to focus their energy on taking care of themselves instead of taking care of everyone else’s needs. If you are Libra, you will change your direction towards more important goals that will bring you long-term happiness. You will focus on real and important things rather than going for a quick fix. Huge changes and personal growth both physical and mental are waiting for you.

SCORPIO (October 23rd – November 22nd)

Scorpio will do a lot of self-reflection in 2018. Last year you’ve had a hard time clinging and worrying about every single mistake. Now, the things will change for the better. You will finally move on and forgive yourself for your mistakes. You will be at a place where you understand that everything happened for a reason, and every mistake made you learn a valuable life lesson.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd – December 21st)

All Sagittarius zodiac signs will be extremely driven in the following year. You won’t stop until you achieve your plans. You are on a mission and nothing would hold you back or slow down your progress. 2018 would bring you success in many areas of your life – career, friendships, romantic relationships, you name it. You will finally achieve your full potential.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd – January 20th)

Capricorn’s skills and talents will shine bright in 2018. Your calm and focused work ethic will bring you amazing results in your career. You’ve been feeling for some time now that your hard work is unappreciated. In 2018 that will change. You will be recognized, and you show your skills in the greatest way possible, so the awards will come naturally.

AQUARIUS (January 21st – February 18th)

2018 is a year of huge changes for Aquarians. You have been self-doubting yourself in the past, and you’ve had a hard time taking yourself seriously and taking action to make the much-needed changes for you. However, in 2018 everything will change for the better. You will be motivated to make a progress and you will believe more in yourself and your capabilities. “Popularity”, “power”, and “passion” are your keywords for the following year.

PISCES (February 19th – March 20th)

Pisces will have a very creative year. If you are Pisces, your horoscope for the following year foretells that you will finally have the time to finish all your projects that you’ve been leaving behind. You will be filled with an immense amount of a creative energy and you will be more inspired than ever to make the necessary changes in your life.

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A Dad Gets A Matching Scar Tattoo In Support Of His Cancer-Surviving Child

By
Elizabeth Williams

What won’t we do for our children? We are ready to go to any length to show them our support and we’ll fight to keep them healthy, happy, and safe. So it would come to no surprise that this dad did the best thing he could to provide support to his cancer-surviving son.

Back in 2015, his 8-year-old son Gabriel was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor and even though the surgery was a success, Josh Marshall’s son felt terribly uncomfortable with the scar on his head.

“The large scar makes him feel like a monster. He was very embarrassed about the scar” said Josh.

So, to make Gabriel feel more comfortable with himself, Josh tattooed his head with a matching scar tattoo. After enduring such hardship and winning the battle against cancer, this kid definitely deserves the best support!

It’s so inspiring to see so much love and support! Kudos to the lucky son and dad!

11 Toxic Thoughts You Need To Eliminate In Order To Live A Better Life

By
Stephanie Reeds

I’m a firm believer in the power our thoughts hold. They have a way to make the unbelievable happen; the only thing we need is our willpower. As the great Buddha once said “The mind is everything. What you think you become”.

Sadly, not everyone believes in this statement. The problem with most of the people is that they’re not aware of their negative thoughts when they haunt them. They’ve unconsciously created a place for negative thoughts and after a while, they’ve got used to this harmful habit of theirs.

Here are 12 most common toxic thoughts you need to eliminate in order to move on with your life:

1. Thinking you can change other people

I once thought that with a little talk I could inspire and motivate a person to actually change. I was terribly wrong, and I’ve learned the hard way that you really CAN’T change a person. They need to be willing to change themselves first.

So, if you don’t like someone for the way they are, you have a choice to end the relationship. But you don’t have the right to change them.

2. Thinking you are a victim

You and only you are responsible for the future outcome. Stop acting like a victim and stop blaming other people’s actions for your problems.

Just because you are not satisfied with your current situation in life, doesn’t mean you can’t change it for the better. Get rid of the victimized mentality and start living your life free.

3. Thinking that “The Grass is Always Greener on the Other Side.”

I keep listening to people: “If I was as pretty as her, then I’d be really happy.” Stop comparing yourself to others. Just because you see someone has it better than you, doesn’t mean that they have everything figured out.

Maybe the pretty girl struggled all her childhood with a dysfunctional family. Stop questioning and yearning for “the grass on the other side”. You don’t know for sure how it really is. Appreciate and cherish what you have.

4. Having high expectations of other people

Having all kind of expectations for anything can be disastrous for you. Especially, if you have a hard time dealing with sudden changes. Realize that your expectations are based on your experiences.

Just because you expect a thing from someone doesn’t mean they’ll do it. Every person has their own list of priorities. Either accept their behavior, or move on. Simple as that.

5. Thinking that a significant other will complete you

Remember: Your happiness depends on one person only –  that person is YOU. If you are not happy with your life already, don’t think even for a moment that having a partner can make you feel complete.

It puts a lot of pressure on the person to actually make you happy. At the same time, it makes you so codependent, that when a certain obstacle occurs, you are left shattered and hopeless.

6. Worrying about anyone’s opinion

Why would you even bother spending a minute of your time to care about other people’s opinions about you? Believe me, they don’t even think about you that much.

People are too busy judging themselves just like you are. Do me a favor and give yourself a break. Do what makes you happy no matter how much they judge you. Ignore them, and move on.

7. Worrying about the future because you feel unprepared

I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but this thought particularly wastes your life. You’ll never have the power to know what lies ahead of you, and that’s the beauty of it.

NOW is the only thing we have. Embrace the present moment, do everything that’s in your power and hope for the best. But never cling to it!

8. Thinking that your happiness depends on money

Of course, we value money and achievement. We live in a capitalistic society that credits our work abilities, therefore, you could say that our everyday existence depends on our monthly income. As shallow as it sounds, it’s the reality.

However, our happiness will never be based solely on our ability to buy stuff. There are plenty of happy people in the world who’d agree that they don’t need a penny to be happy. Money is nice, but only you can make yourself happy.

9. Believing that your past determines your future

Don’t fall into the trap that the difficult experiences you once had have a way to influence your future. You are the only person that defines the course of your actions.

No matter how much failures you lived to encounter, they have nothing to do with the future you. Push your limits and just do it!

10. Thinking that by ignoring those dark parts of yourself, they’ll disappear

Never leave those feelings by thinking they’ll just fade away. Confront every unfinished business and dark parts of yourself. Only by accepting them, you’ll have the power to move on.

11. Feeling that you always need to prove you are right

Why would you fight to the death just to prove yourself right? I think the fear of sounding stupid or weak can go for miles and drive you crazy.

Instead of fighting to prove something to others, just admit whenever you’re wrong. It’s a mature thing to do. After all, don’t you think that everyone has their own opinion?  So, why would yours be more relevant than theirs?

Elderly Couple Gets Arrested With 27kg Of Marijuana They Planned To Give As Christmas Presents

By
Mary Wright

One elderly couple faces felony charges after the police have pulled them over in Nebraska and found that the unwrapped presents for Christmas that they wanted to give to their family and friends in Boston and Vermont were actually filled with 60 pounds of marijuana.

Patrick (80) and Barbara (83) Jiron from North California, were on their way to visit their family for the following holidays when a police officer pulled them over in York County, Nebraska.

The sheriff deputies caught a whiff of the strong marijuana scent and asked the driver about it only to be told that the smell was coming from illicit goods back in the truck.

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When the deputies received a consent for the search, they looked around the Toyota Tacoma, and with country’s canine unit’s help – they discovered all the bud.

The couple told the Lieutenant Paul Vrbka that the marijuana was for Christmas presents. From the sheriff’s department said that the marijuana costs over $300,000.

The sheriff’s department said that Ms. Jiron was not arrested. Mr. Jiron, on the other hand, is charged with a felony for possessing marijuana with the intention of selling, and also for not having drug tax stamps. Nebraska’s law demands that marijuana dealers should buy drug tax stamps in order to prove that the state taxes were paid.

Moreover, marijuana is still not legal in Nebraska – neither for recreational nor for medical uses. There have been some attempts to legalize it for medical purposes only, but without any success.

An employee from the sheriff’s department said that Mr. Jiron was released from custody on Wednesday.

Image: York County Sheriff’s Department

12 Things You Need To Remember If Your Loved One Suffers From Depression

By
Stephanie Reeds

There are more than 350 million people around the world battling with depression, according to World Health Organization. And with this staggering statistic, it’s probable we’ve interacted with a depressed person at some point in our life.

Depression is a traumatic and overwhelming experience. When a person is struggling with depression, it seems like their entire life is blown apart and each day is a different challenge.

But they aren’t the only ones who struggle. The people who are long forgotten are the loved ones of a person who has depression. No one tells you how to cope if your loved one feels miserable and suffers from depression.

It feels like you are helpless. You feel like if you could do the right thing or say something special, you’ll be able to help them. But most of the times, you don’t know what to do or say…

You try to speak to them. You try a gentle, firmer approach. You suggest things that might help. You buy them things that would make them happy. You encourage them to try new experiences. Yet, nothing really seems to make a difference.

If you are coping with this experience every day and your loved one suffers from depression, these are 12 things you need to remember in order to understand them fully:

1.Depression is not something they consciously choose. It’s like they are trapped in a dark tunnel and can’t find their way out. Their senses are heightened, and every fear is magnified. All they want to do to is get out of the tunnel, but they can’t see where they’re going.

Depression is one of the most tiring and helpless experiences a person can go through. And it’s not just a bad mood, it’s a severe condition that needs to be treated. No one chooses to be depressed.

2.Saying things like “You need to stop this!”; “There’s nothing wrong with you, it’s all in your head”; “You need to socialize more” is meaningless and will only worsen the situation.

Saying these phrases gives the impression like you don’t understand what they go through, no matter how helpful your intention might be. Instead, you can say “I’m here for you no matter what”, or simply give them a warm silent hug.

3.They don’t want to feel like a burden to anyone. Individuals who battle with depression daily can shut off from everything around in order to escape impacting people with their condition.

In difficult moments like these, it’s very important to try and reach out to them. Let them know that they’ll never burden you with anything they say, and encourage them to share their deepest sorrows.

4.They are natural born philosophers. This is actually one of the positive traits of people fighting depression. They go through life having so many questions and opinions for everything around them, their brain never stops. It’s not enough for them to settle down, make the cash, and live a mediocre life.

They think in ways so broad, they could change the world. They love to decipher every life challenge and share that knowledge with anyone. But the downside to their curiosity is going that deep and asking questions that might not have an answer at the moment. That’s the initial moment when their logic reasoning can become a destructive thinking.

5.Always remember! They don’t like being in this state of mind as well and are fighting very hard against depression, so all you could do is support them unconditionally.

6.They like opportunities for laughter and fun. It is scientifically proven that laughter is good for the mind and increases your lifespan. Never stop doing this. Take some time off your routine and spend some time watching something funny with your loved one, or cheer them up in any way possible. Laughter is the best medicine.

7. Treating them with a special precaution can make them feel hurt and discouraged. They should be treated just like anyone else. Assume that they are 100% sane and encourage them to go on with their daily activities. Sometimes a purposeful, predictable routine can be a remedy for depression.

8. They may often feel sad for no actual reason, so just hold their hand and be with them whenever this happens. Depression is a condition that plays with one’s feelings and emotions in a twisted way. There isn’t really a definite way to control it.

So, be prepared for moments when your loved one will feel very sad for no apparent reason, and the only thing they’d need in this moment is YOU – hugging them and wiping their tears the minute it gets ugly. Listening to them. Simply sitting with them at a local coffee shop or taking a late-night stroll. No psychologist is necessarily needed here, only you and your unconditional support.

9. Just because they’re suffering from depression doesn’t mean they are weak. It’s known that one of the most influential and important people in history have experienced depression. Dr. Neel Burton, a renowned psychiatrist and philosopher, discusses in his TEDx talk that the way our culture looks at depression, and how traditional societies treat it, differs in a way that traditional societies consider human distress as a way to address important life issues, not a mental illness. It’s very important to know that depression is not to be considered as shameful.

10.They may seem irritable at times- The most important thing for you to do is never take it personally. People suffering from depression are always in their minds, contemplating. A downside to that attitude is that they sometimes can hurt your feelings by saying something they don’t mean. It’s important to be aware that they’re not your enemy. Their depression is. Try to not take it personally and move on with the conversation.

11.They may not have as much energy as they would like to have every moment of the day. One of the most common symptoms of depression is also easily running out of power. Try to console them and unwind their mind with something whenever this happens, while letting them recharge in the most suitable way.

12.One of the most significant things you need to remember is that this condition requires a lot of family support and encouragement. Let your person know you are there for them every time their fear prevails and scares them. Whenever they need to talk.

You have to find the proper way to reach out to them, without forcing them to act a certain way. Be patient. Communicate face to face and sincerely. And most of all don’t ever give up on them.

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