There has been a lot of press recently given to the amount of “fake news” stories in relation to the recent U.S. election, with the internet serving as a breeding ground for such stories and their possible impact in the eventual outcome. It went from the ridiculous to the sublime. Examples are Sarah Palin refusing … Continue reading
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Grace Century, FZ. LLC “Big Boned” Barbie
The news: Barbie, the iconic toy of generations has been redesigned with head-turning makeovers of color and body shape. Ok, let me start off with a white flag and state that I deeply respect women. I am not a misogynist, male chauvinist, or any other adjective that might be thrown at me. I understand the … Continue reading
Hoaxes: Do You Feel Like an Idiot…? You Aren’t Alone…
After feeling taken advantage of, disappointed, and saddened needlessly; I started to write this blog about hoaxes and their effect on not only business, but on people’s mental health. Within a week of starting this article, they started to come out of the woodwork. Maybe it’s like buying a new car that is black and … Continue reading
Media and your psychological state of mind
Ever feel like there is nothing but bad news, or the world is collapsing around us? I know I do! A couple of months ago, it really got bad with Syria, Iraq, ISIS, North Korea and the daily reports of record bad weather. It was biblical. Fast forward a couple of weeks, and miraculously you … Continue reading