Cycles of Change

Improving self-reliance can be a prudent approach for households and small enterprises during times of economic uncertainty or potential downturns. Focusing on reducing risk and exposure can help mitigate the potential impact. Here are a few considerations for enhancing self-reliance: Diversify [...]

Trading strategies vary in their merits and suitability, but none guarantee success. Consistency and discipline as crucial factors for traders. This essay explores the significance of self-observation and understanding, developing conviction in trading methods, and maintaining discipline. To [...]

Paul Craig Roberts is an American economist, author, and former government official. He served as an Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Economic Policy during the Reagan administration. Roberts has been an outspoken commentator on economic and political matters, often challenging mainstream [...]

Witchi-Tai-To is a song written by Jim Pepper, a Native American jazz saxophonist and composer of Kaw and Creek heritage. The song gained popularity after being recorded by various artists, including Pepper himself, in the 1960s and 1970s. The title Witchi-Tai-To is a phrase derived from the Native [...]

Michael Franti is an American musician who has made a name for himself as a singer, songwriter, rapper, poet, and social activist. Franti is known for his diverse musical style, blending elements of hip-hop, reggae, rock, folk, and pop. Franti initially gained recognition as a member of the band [...]

Temple of the Dog was a musical project formed in 1990 by members of Soundgarden and Pearl Jam as a tribute to the late Andrew Wood, the lead singer of Mother Love Bone. Hunger Strike is one of their most well-known songs. It features the vocals of Chris Cornell (Soundgarden) and Eddie Vedder [...]

The link in the title jumps to Facebook's Bicycle Travellers group to display a post of a world tour cyclist's personal account of recently being struck by an automobile. The comment section is interesting as well. The narrator describes their ordinary day, starting with a pleasant morning and a [...]

Many people worldwide feel frustrated with growing oppression and corruption in government. This sentiment is often not widely reported in the media, which is sometimes owned by the same entities contributing to this problem. There is a tendency for those on the left to label the right as fascist [...]

Several factors contribute to the relatively low adoption of bicycles as a means of everyday transportation in many regions. Some of these factors include: Lack of Infrastructure: Insufficient or inadequate infrastructure, such as dedicated bike lanes, secure bike parking, and comprehensive [...]

Tattoos and body piercings can have both personal and societal benefits, but it's important to note that the extent of these benefits and considerations can vary among individuals and cultures. Here are some potential ways in which tattoos and body piercings can contribute to a person's well-being: [...]

Murray Rothbard, a prominent libertarian thinker, examined the issue of whether the United States should defend Taiwan from an attack by mainland China. As a libertarian, Rothbard prioritized individual liberty and limited government intervention. In his analysis, he considered factors such as the [...]

An imaginary exchange between Messrs. Bastiat, Hazlitt, and Belloc with the President of the United States that captures the essence of their ideas and how they might discuss contemporary political and philosophical issues. President: Gentlemen, I am honored to have the opportunity to engage in a [...]