Abilene Paradox

"One hot summer day, a father suggests that the family go to a favorite restaurant in Abilene to cool off. His wife, daughter and son-in-law chime in agreement. On the way to Abilene, there is a heavy volume of vehicles and upon arrival at their destination, they are not satisfied with the service. Once at home, the father rationalizes that he just wanted to dispel their boredom, and the rest of the family say they just went along with his idea."

Happiness

"In the meantime it is unattainable, pleasure, freedom, relief, satisfaction and coziness can provide temporary relief. Mindfully observing and amplifying positive mini-emotions make suffering more bearable."

"Lex orandi, Lex credendi"

 "The rule of praying is the rule of believing."

Anti-Aging

"Sleep, exercise and probiotics recommended." Not botox.

Someone's Confidence

 "Want to build it? Ask for their advice."

My Love

 This Netflix feature followed the life of 6 elderly couples from all over the world.  

Americans David and Ginger Isham, maple/ berries/ Christmas tree farmers, have prepared their end- from the urn to the memorial! Shades of Prince Philip!

Spain's Augusto and Nati into shepherding just planned a trip to the beach.

From Hiroshima, Japan, Haruhei dealt with leprosy while his wife Kinuko had a tumor.

Korea's Yeongsam and Saengja, abalone farmers, had the wife suffering from deafness and a bad back.

In Brazil, females Nicinha and Jurima lived in a favela like any couple.

India's Satyabhama and Satva attributed their farm's low productivity to climate change.

Laity

"Their role has been summarized as to pray, pay and obey."

Giving Pledge

Warren Buffet and Bill Gates' exit plan, they say stand to benefit them more than their supposed beneficiaries. Deceiving Pledge of Buffet and (flood) Gates!

Blindness

"Cataract is its 3rd biggest cause.

Religion and politics remain the first 2."

Cooking It Up With Nora Daza

Now with Nora Aunor on YouTube