October 26th, 2024 Royce Shook
“Life” is a gift to you. The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after you. Make it a fantastic one. Live it well! Enjoy today! Do something fun! Be happy! Have a great day! Remember: · it is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and […]
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October 25th, 2024 Royce Shook
This is another good news story that is circulating on social media, I received it a few days ago. In the post I received there is no reference to th author, I did a search ad as far as I can tell this post was written in 2019 by Ward Tanneberg I have linked to his […]
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October 24th, 2024 Royce Shook
In today’s society, many individuals live alone due to personal choices or life events like a spouse’s death or a relationship’s end. Loneliness is a common experience that can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or circumstances. While it’s natural to feel lonely at times, persistent feelings of loneliness can have negative effects on our […]
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October 23rd, 2024 Royce Shook
High school wasn’t exactly a blast, but in hindsight, it was a blur of average grades and extracurricular overcommitment. I didn’t study much (B’s and C+’s are nothing to brag about), but I was involved in everything—sports, the yearbook, the school newspaper, student council. I even managed another band (this one lasted three whole shows!). […]
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October 22nd, 2024 Royce Shook
As we think about good-news stories, it’s important to remember that the stories from our past both the good and the bad are often tales woven from stories told by others and our own recollections, which can be inaccurate or colored by time. It doesn’t justify or excuse anything you do now. If it did, […]
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October 21st, 2024 Royce Shook
Based on a piece by Dave Barry One of the most overlooked yet fascinating distinctions in the world is the difference between men and women. At first glance, it might seem like we’re quite similar—after all, we share the same basic anatomy. But once you dig a little deeper, you begin to notice that men […]
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October 20th, 2024 Royce Shook
I like reading the feel-good stories that circulate on the social media that read. These stories often evoke strong positive emotions such as joy, gratitude, and hope. These emotions counterbalance the negative news and stress that we face if we read the news. Stories of kindness, generosity, and overcoming adversity create a sense of uplift […]
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October 19th, 2024 Royce Shook
Halloween is coming up fast. It has roots in the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain but has undergone significant transformations over the centuries. Originally a religious celebration marking the transition from summer to winter and the blurring of boundaries between the living and the dead, Halloween has evolved into a largely secular and commercial holiday […]
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October 18th, 2024 Royce Shook
Making time to connect with friends and family, or joining community groups is vital for maintaining mental and emotional well-being, especially as we age. Social interaction helps reduce feelings of loneliness, provides a sense of belonging, and can even improve physical health by reducing stress and boosting the immune system. However, for those of us […]
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October 17th, 2024 Royce Shook
I thought about the idea of resurfacing positive posts and thought I would look for a few more of these posts, but unfortunately, it’s difficult to provide a definitive list of resurfaced positive social media stories. Stories often resurface organically due to user engagement, virality, and algorithm changes, making it challenging to track a precise […]
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