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Connecting the Queens Jewish Community Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu grew up in West Jerusalem but spent his high...
Does your school dictate what your child should wear? As someone once said: Shout-out to my school uniform for saving me from making terrible fashion choices in 9th grade. The bad hair, however, is on me. And we all know that sneakers speak louder than words.
How often do you say, “I’m fine, thanks” — even when you are carrying so much inside of you? The truth is that you may be compassionate to everyone but your sweet self. What does your inner voice sound like? Is it highly critical every time you make a mistake?
Raise your hand if you have a Stanley water bottle. Does it signify your social status? Hydration, but make it fashion. Admit it. How many overpriced items have you thought of purchasing simply to “fit in”?
Have you ever done anything wrong due to situational pressure? Indeed, you may have compromised your morals at some time or another. Do you justify your actions or take responsibility? Peer pressure can surely override your values.
When was the last time you made a purchase just to lift your mood? I bet it actually worked—well, for a few moments, that is. You’re bored. You’re stressed out, so you scroll endlessly. What a rush. It feels great, until it doesn’t.
Do you find yourself getting upset, disturbed, or distressed over the smallest things? Perhaps you know someone else who does. During times of stress, many of us have trouble restraining our emotions. The best way to reduce stress is to stop stressing about stress.
