The other day I was watching a video about rubies(my birthstone). This led me not only to question why some months have multiple birthstones, but specifically why pearl and moonstone are under Gemini? While Pearl is a mineral deposit, both are associated with the Moon, the ruler of Cancer, which would make them appropriate birthstones for July. Then I decided to do some googling; I was aware the concept of birthstones had biblical origins(Aaron’s Breastplate); however, I wasn’t aware of what caused the types and numbers of stones to change. *Moonstone has an ethereal and romantic appearance, it’s said to…
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Modernism is an umbrella term for several identifiable styles. Modern design focuses on clean lines/aesthetic, simplicity, neutral colors, functionality, and open spaces. Contemporary is what’s current, and ever-changing and it is currently my least favorite, featuring the same shades of green and giant marble slabs. In this age of modern contemporary designs, homes are like shells of modernism used as a means to an end of a capitalist society. The biggest misfortune of modern design is the undoing of history, style, and the lack of taste development. Destroying house styles that are no longer produced If you’re like me and…
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It’s widely broadcast that, among other systems, our healthcare system should undergo immense reform. The maternal mortality rate should be enough to give pause. Yet, there seems to be no shortage of brazen opinions cast onto the lives of strangers that they hold no bearing over. Pregnancy in and of itself is a potentially life-threatening process, with many known complications. On top of the health risk, there are the astronomical costs associated with not only birthing a child but raising one as well. If people truly agreed with the obviousness of “children are the future”, you’d think they’d maximize their…
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The PR for Therapy has been working overtime. Rightfully so, as it’s always been heavily stigmatized among private communities, it would benefit the most. So, how do you even start therapy with a question in mind to ask? not to mention the need to vet both professionalism and ease of communication. You can’t get help for a problem that isn’t being acknowledged by either party. At the same time, knowing you have issues is not enough to dismiss the need for aid. Yet again, affordability when it comes to therapy is not always plausible. My favorite starting point for introspection…
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You do not create unity by stripping away individuality. There are celebrations of independence all over the world. Acknowledgment is a key development tool, often used to highlight an agenda to negatively impact others. We are cousins, not siblings. Black(not in the Crayola context) has been expanded to encompass everyone with native African DNA. The issue is not simply the expansion of who is included as black. The issue is the intentional erasure of its original intended demographic(Trans-Atlantic Slave Descendants). To be clear there is no call to stop addressing all African descendants as Black. There is a call to…
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I was having a discussion about the current state of male commentary; the consensus being lack of self reflection. That being said how does the process of reflection start when you’ve been conditioned to diminish and degrade yourself and your own? Some people naturally take steps that will cause them to grow inherently. Others are put in a sink or swim positions with varying outcomes, best case you grow and/or seek out guidance. But why isn’t that guidance readily available in the first place? We are brought up expecting that a man is a protector, provider, stable and disciplined. These…
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I know astrology has become generalized and overhyped but if you take the time to dig just a smidge, you’ll find it’s the song that never ends. While the mainstream popularity of astrology can be expected to stay; I do recommened a healthy dose of skepticism from people/platforms spewing stereotypes as fact. Astrology is meant to be used as a tool to help you navigate your life the best way possible. There are several types, certain systems have more cultural aspects that for some shouldn’t be taken at face value(life & death predictions). The rabbit hole comes into play when…