Writing: How True for Me

 

An author should glow through their text, seep under the skin of the reader. A singular line can reveal all about an author, if that singular line contains all the feelings and unspoken sentiments and grief and joy and deep longing of the author.

It sounds like an impossible task, which is why such lines are few and far between. In reality, such a line is effortless to achieve.

But not for me!

However, above all else, the following is quite truthful!

Veterans Day: This was me 50 years ago-Like it was Yesterday.

The Vietnam War jungle was a brutal, dense, and humid environment—characterized by triple-canopy foliage, intense heat, and monsoons—that served as a primary, treacherous battlefield. 

 

US forces faced Agent Orange defoliation, hidden enemy combatants (NVA/VC), booby traps, and diseases like “jungle rot” (trench foot).

    • Combat Conditions: The environment favored guerrilla tactics, allowing North Vietnamese Army (NVA) and Viet Cong (VC) forces to ambush, hide, and move undetected.
  • Hazards: Beyond combat, soldiers endured dangerous wildlife (snakes, insects), leeches, and, in some areas, “wait-a-minute” vines that snagged clothing and skin.
  • Defoliation Efforts: The U.S. military launched Operation Ranch Hand (1960s-early 1970s), spraying roughly 4.5 million acres with herbicides like Agent Orange to eliminate cover and expose enemy supply lines.  Later, this dioxin defoliant would kill as many men as did combat.
  • Survival Challenges: Movement was slow, often requiring troops to hack through vegetation, and reliable communication was difficult due to the thick foliage.

More Vietnam coverage at:

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A New You is Required

 

Decide who the real you is:

  • Who do you really want to be?  
  • What lifestyle do you want to have?
  • The habits that you want to have?
  • What mindset do you want to have?
  • How confident do you want to be?
  • How sociable do you want to be?
  • Do you want to be fashionable?
  • How ambitious do you want to be?
  • How fit and healthy do you want to be?
  • Who do you want to spend your time with?
  • What do you want to learn?
  • Any hobbies or interests do you want to have?
  • What do you want your legacy to be?
  • How are you spending your days?

 

Then, decide what new habits are needed for the new you.

 

  1. Chiefly, everything you have been through / going through makes you a better person. It makes you who you are today.

2. Basically, everything happens for a reason. The moment we accept this and start to find what is useful in our struggle, then we will be able to move on.

3. Unquestionably, don’t get stuck on how things used to be. Every next level of your life will demand a NEW YOU. Further, sometimes it takes being broken, in order to become the NEW version of YOURSELF

Source:  blog.thenewyouplan.com

You are Amazing!

 

Have you ever needed a little reminder of just how incredible you are? Life can get overwhelming, and sometimes, we all need a boost—whether it’s motivation, self-love, or simply a few uplifting words to brighten someone’s day.

This is for you!

“You are more powerful than your fears and brighter than your doubts.” – Emma Hart

 

 

 

 

Overcoming Social Phobia

Experiencing social anxiety and fear of social interactions can make simple responsibilities almost impossible to overcome. An estimated 15 million American adults have social anxiety, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, with young adolescents who are transitioning to secondary school or college being particularly vulnerable. It’s suggested that social anxiety disorder symptoms usually begin around the age of 13.

Below are some techniques for self-treating this anxiety disorder.

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What Should I do with my Life?

 

What should I do with my life? When you find yourself in a rut, it’s often unclear what needs to change. 

It can feel confusing to pinpoint where you’re at versus where you want to be. To get a clear idea of how to build a meaningful life, you first need to clarify what exactly needs to change. 

You may have a good-paying job, a loving family, and a supportive partner. On paper, your life looks great, but somehow, you still feel unfulfilled. You go through the motions, but something is missing.

Sometimes in these cases, implementing change seems overwhelming. One problem piles on top of the next, and it feels like every day you constantly have to put out fires. When nothing goes right, you may feel frozen and scared to make the next move. 

Here is an infographic that may help you find the way.

 

Cover:  ar.inspiredpencil.com

Related story:  Part 1: Why Are Goals Important? – TUTORING YOU

Vickii Parmenter‎ to Warriors of The Nam

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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial stands as a symbol of America’s honor and recognition of the men and women who served and sacrificed their lives in the Vietnam War. Inscribed on the black granite walls are the names of more than 58,000 men and women who gave their lives or remain missing. The Memorial is dedicated to honor the courage, sacrifice and devotion to duty and country of all who answered the call to serve during one of the most divisive wars in U.S. history.

It’s the most-visited memorial on the National Mall in Washington, attracting more than 5 million people each year – the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. The most prominent feature of the memorial is a massive wall that lists the names of the more than 58,000 servicemen and women who lost their lives during the Vietnam War.

The memorial also features the Three Servicemen statue, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, the In Memory plaque, and a flagpole with an etching of the insignia of what were then the country’s five military branches.