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One major source of happiness for me personally is to have choices and live autonomously. Easy enough - or is it really? Not if you rely solely on news presented by mainstream media to supply you with views of the world and the state of society. It actually takes quite an effort to make up your mind and to choose sources of information that are not biased and paid for by advertisers with their own agendas.

The film is full of valid comments by Chomsky on issues such as media analysis, control of public opinion and free speech. Here are a two of my favourites:

I’m helping people develop intellectual self-defense… I don’t mean go to school, because you’re not going to get it there… It means that you have to develop an independent mind, and work on it. That’s extremely hard to do alone… The beauty of our system is that it isolates everybody. Each person is sitting alone in front of the tube. It’s very hard to have ideas or thoughts under those circumstances. You can’t fight the world alone. Some people can, but it’s pretty rare. The way to do it is through organization.

The point is that you have to work. And that’s why the propaganda system is so successful. Very few people are going to have the time or the energy or the commitment to carry out the constant battle that’s required to get outside of Lehrer, or Dan Rather, or somebody like that. The easy thing to do, you know, you come home from work, you’re tired, you had a busy day, you’re not going to spend the evening carrying out a research project. So you turn on the tube, you say it’s probably right, or you look at the headlines in the paper, and then you’re watching sports or something. That’s basically the way the system of indoctrination works. Sure the other stuff is there, but you’re going to work to find it.

The movie was made in 1992 and newer versions also include an interview with Chomsky as a special feature with his reaction to the movie and it’s imapct on public perception ten years later.

Check wikipedia for more information about the movie and Noam Chomsky.

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Playing is one of my hobbies and while I prefer to play games in company or outside; sometimes I also like to play easy online games like HANG STAN where you need to guess 70s, 80s music or classic movie titles.

It’s good, quick fun for those times in the office when you need to relax a bit.

Have fun.

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Find out how sensual you are and then try to include some extra sparks into your life to make the most of it.

Take the TEST and also read my recent blog ‘Time to re-discover your sensuality’ for some more ideas that will put you onto the right path.

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• Practise perspective. If someone disapproves of something you have said or done, try to remember: it’s about what you’ve done, not you; it doesn’t mean everything you’ve ever done is wrong; try not to let it become a major problem.
• It’s normal to care what your co-workers think of you, but understand that if they criticise you, it may not be about you, but them. They may be feeling insecure or jealous, or they might have been criticised themselves and need to pass it on.
• If your boss criticises you, it’s likely to be related to one incident. So work on the specific behaviour, and don’t jump to the conclusion that you are a useless employee or a bad person. Focus on your positive interactions. Tell yourself, in general, you’re doing fine.
• It doesn’t matter how many good deeds you do, there will always be people who don’t like you. Accept your limitations, as you can’t win everybody over.

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I’d like to dedicate this poem by Thomas Hardy to M.

The Darkling Thrush

I leant upon a coppice gate

When Frost was spectre-gray,

And Winter’s dregs made desolate

The weakening eye of day.

The tangled bine-stems scored the sky

Like strings of broken lyres,

And all mankind that haunted nigh

Had sought their household fires.

The land’s sharp features seemed to be

The Century’s corpse outleant.

His crypt the cloudy canopy,

The wind his death-lament.

The ancient pulse of germ and birth

Was shrunken hard and dry.

And every spirit upon earth

Seemed fervourless as I.

At once a voice arouse among

The bleak twigs overhead

In a full-hearted evensong

Of joy illimited;

An aged thrush, frail, gaunt, and small,

In blast-beruffled plume,

Had chosen thus to fling his soul

Upon the growing gloom.

So little cause for carolings

Of such ecstatic sound

Was written on terrestrial things

Afar or nigh around,

That I could think there trembled through

His happy good-nigh air

Some blessed Hope, whereof he knew

And I was unaware.

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Join a travel adventure. I did this myself a couple of times and always found some good lasting friendships. People tend to bond more easily when out of their comfort zone.

Take a class in a subject you feel passionate about and this way connect with people that share your interest and enthusiasm. Or sign up on Meet up where you can get in touch with like minded individuals in a place near you.

Get a dog. A dog is not only a good companion but also great for meeting other people every morning at your local park.

Track down old school mates and see if old bonds can be re-established.

Chat up the nice neighbour, coworker, classmate, fellow gym bunnies and other people you meet and greet on a regular basis.

Actively seek friendships by placing a personal ad in city magazines, news papers, student notice boards or on the web.

Very important: Smile

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This must be one of my favourite recycling projects: Creating colourful envelopes from old calendar pictures. The paper is usually a bit stronger than normal writing paper and hence perfect for turning them into resillient envelopes that can go on a trip around the world.

It’s so easy, quick, practical and of course a good way to re-use good quality images. That’s why I like making them. There are lot of great crafting projects around, but the quick and practical once are by far my favourites. Just unfold an old envelope and use it as a template. Sketch around it on paper of your choice and cut it out. Glue the pocket. Finished! And is it not so much nicer to receive post with colourful, interesting images? I think, it is.

I also like the recycling craft ideas on allfreecrafts.com.

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I think there are many reasons for taking some time out to re-discover your sensuality. It can boost your confidence, strengthen your resilience during strenuous times and make you feel at ease with your body and mind.

How about spending a day pampering your five senses: Sight, Smell, Sound, Taste and Touch

Transforming a routine act into a sensory ritual

Our bodies respond instantly to stimulation, which is why our muscles soften and our minds relax when we’re touched.

Refocus your mind

One technique you can try at home to re-educate the way you feel about your body is by cleansing the areas of your body that you dislike most. The trick is to imagine that someone else is bathing you or caressing your body for the first time. It takes time to override a visual image of negativity, but soon you will find it easier to appreciate and accept the loveliness of your curves, contours and the softness of your skin.

Pamper your body

Go to a spa, have a body massage, a relaxing facial treatment, pedicure, manicure, whatever you feel will do you good.

Practice slowing down

Take a look around you. Smell a flower. Take a walk. Feel the breeze on your skin, smell the air, keep the mind still and just be in the present moment. Read about Capturing And Savouring A Happy Moment.

Increase your participation in nature and the arts

Whether it be painting, poetry, writing or the theatre, do this individually, and then plan outings such as picnics or walks in the park. Visit Places Of Comfort.

Ask yourself the following questions:

What smell do you associate with sensuality?

What type of music/sounds?

What kind of food?

What feels good on your skin and body?

What pictures do you have in mind when thinking about the word?

What surroundings do you think would ignite a feeling of sensuality?

Get to know your physiological responses to your sensual experiences and what feelings they led to.

Mark phrases in a book or cut out pictures of a magazine that you would associate with sensuality and combine them to a piece of art that will inspire you to future sensual excursions.

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