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The intent of this story seems clear. Thank you!

I resolved the issue by using a different browser. It was not opening in Google Chrome but worked in IE.

The emotion of powerlessness, witnessing destruction but only being able to document it. (Converted to a feeling of power via art & connection with humanity)

That seems very clear. What was the dominating emotion that motivated the story?

So their goal is to find happiness (or peace), and they connect with each other for support, perspective, etc?

Here’s a terrific video on the science and linguistics of ARRIVAL. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzEPU2PTjT4

I also remain thankful for the blessing of a cyber communnity. I got a lot work done on my essay in response to the election–which is all about healing, coping and formulating a plan through it, based on lessons from my civil rights activist parents and authors like Octavia E. Butler, who saw all of this coming. I will share it when it’s ready.…[Read more]

Daniel
What is the step you are taking today?

What an excellent suggestion. When I get overwhelmed and stressed out I go back to joint mobility and walking. I had not considered in that aspect thanks for sharing

I saw the arrival and was struck by the power of language and how language is a reflectin of culture. It was fascinating and got me wanted to learn more about the interplay between langauage and culture. It was an inspiring movie. I loved the story line.

I am Grateful for…

the health and energy to pursue my goals and contribute to the world in an impactful, positive way.

a loving relationship with someone who is supportive, loving and trustworthy.

an extended family that are all in relatively good health and spirits

an extended family that is thriving and growing (a niece arrived in 2016…[Read more]

That looks like a cool app.
I am taking a brief break from Habitica, which “gamifies” habits, because I went from tracking a dozen habits and a dozen weekly to-dos to tracking more than 50 habits and 20 weekly to dos and talking with other writers and playing with my avatar …

… and now I’m going to go back and pare back to essentials and…[Read more]

RJ, I also am a connoisseur of “new programs” and “this time I’ll stick with it” resolutions that I fail, from this year’s Habitica to my college “five, 10 and 20-year” plans.

The best I’ve been able to do is find something I’m already doing that I know I won’t change (like, I feed the cats and have my first cup of coffee first thing in the…[Read more]

Journalling might have kept me from chewing holes in myself during the last two weeks.

I’m glad you captured those moments and conversations. I’m having trouble maintaining perspective, and am humbled by the calm of those who’ve been able to do so.