Col. Andy Tanner: All that hate's gonna burn you up, kid.TollandRCR wrote: ↑Sun Jul 01, 2018 3:02 pmWe do ourselves no good by hating those who voted for Trump.
Robert: It keeps me warm.
— Red Dawn (1984)
Col. Andy Tanner: All that hate's gonna burn you up, kid.TollandRCR wrote: ↑Sun Jul 01, 2018 3:02 pmWe do ourselves no good by hating those who voted for Trump.
This has been one of my favorites for a very long time. Hurley has a lot of experience with SovCits. I loved the part where he tells David Hall that he can tell the person David Hall that he's not getting out either.woodworker wrote: ↑Tue Jul 10, 2018 12:34 pmOne of the ways I have been trying to stay "up" is by watching YouTube videos of Sovcits getting slapped down by cops and by judges.
I highly recommend watching Judge Hurley handle David Hall, a sovcit. It will leave you in tears (happy tears):
TexasFilly wrote: ↑Sat Jun 30, 2018 1:56 amBullshit. That is all.Judge Roy Bean wrote: ↑Fri Jun 29, 2018 11:42 pmUnderstand, too, what you're up against: A huge number of ordinary people.
And they're not all ignorant, uneducated, "deplorables."
Realize there are many millions of people who are grateful SCOTUS is going to be restored to a more constitutionally fundamentalist entity.
Elitism has proved to be a failed strategy.
There are four points posited there; I would simply ask you to itemize which do you consider bullshit, and why - particularly in light of why you would be depressed that so many others don't share their views?Reality Check wrote: ↑Fri Jul 13, 2018 7:28 pmTexasFilly wrote: ↑Sat Jun 30, 2018 1:56 amBullshit. That is all.Judge Roy Bean wrote: ↑Fri Jun 29, 2018 11:42 pmUnderstand, too, what you're up against: A huge number of ordinary people.
And they're not all ignorant, uneducated, "deplorables."
Realize there are many millions of people who are grateful SCOTUS is going to be restored to a more constitutionally fundamentalist entity.
Elitism has proved to be a failed strategy.![]()
Excrement.Judge Roy Bean wrote: ↑Sat Jul 14, 2018 11:44 pmThere are four points posited there; I would simply ask you to itemize which do you consider bullshit, and why - particularly in light of why you would be depressed that so many others don't share their views?
I’ll bet there are even more millions who think that the Constitution is a living document that breathes the same air we do, now, in this time, a fundamentally different time than 1776.Realize there are many millions of people who are grateful SCOTUS is going to be restored to a more constitutionally fundamentalist entity.
Gregg wrote: ↑Sun Jul 15, 2018 6:55 pmMost of the people cheering for a "more constitutionally fundamentalist entity" don't know what that means, they're just sure that Jesus has chosen the God Emperor to lead us and he's putting in people they think will end abortion, kick out the damn foreigners and keep the coloreds in line and kicked off welfare in a way that lets the good white folk keep getting it.
Trying to explain constructionalism to them is like trying to explain molecular physics to a dachshund. They think freedom of religion means their religion should be getting protection from the government and all those other heathen beliefs should be illegal. Freedom of the Press means they should shut down any outlet that criticizes them. They pretty much think the whole "original intent" idea boils down to their right to keep and bear mobile anti-aircraft missile systems and the tenth amendment says the Feds only have jurisdiction inside The District of Columbia (unless they got Mexican's down the block, then its time to call ICE and kick them out).
The Mob is being empowered and the mob is reckless, mean spirited and ignorant.
Politico Mag: Inside the Mind of Donald Trump
He’s grandiose, deceitful and paranoid—but don’t let him drive you crazy.
CBC News: In a divided U.S., therapists treating anxiety are hearing the same name over and over: Donald Trump
'Trump Anxiety Disorder' may not be an official diagnosis, but therapists know the symptoms
From Inside the Mind of Donald Trump:Addie wrote: ↑Sun Jul 29, 2018 11:33 amAh! here you are.
Politico Mag: Inside the Mind of Donald Trump
He’s grandiose, deceitful and paranoid—but don’t let him drive you crazy.CBC News: In a divided U.S., therapists treating anxiety are hearing the same name over and over: Donald Trump
'Trump Anxiety Disorder' may not be an official diagnosis, but therapists know the symptoms
So how can we hold onto our own mental health in the face of the danger Trump poses? First, don’t use logic or rationality to try to understand or counter Trump’s statements and behaviors. He is driven not by reason but by negative emotions that are infectious. Trump thrives on creating fear and sowing confusion. He lies without guilt. Don’t match his emotion with your own.
Second, be clearer than ever about your core values, beliefs and principles, and rely on them for guidance and comfort, especially when you are feeling most triggered and fearful. Challenge every day the natural inclination to feel overwhelmed, fatigued or numb in the face of Trump’s behavior. This is what people with his psychological inclinations count on. Trump is aware that whatever he says repeatedly—no matter how outrageous—many people are more likely to believe, or at least to stop resisting.
Lastly, recognize that fear is your enemy. Holding onto the opposites of realism and optimism is the best antidote. James Stockdale, a Navy vice admiral, was imprisoned for eight years in North Vietnam and tortured repeatedly. What he said afterward about how he survived is relevant for anyone dealing with feelings of helplessness and hopelessness: “You must never confuse faith that you will prevail in the end—which you can never afford to lose—with the discipline to confront the most brutal facts of your current reality, whatever they might be."
Good for you!!! I work with a PAC trying to get progressive women elected to local office - @ardameocrats.org. It helps a lot. I go to a personal trainer to get my body back in shape from not being as active due to fibromyalgia. I also walk once a week with a friend and see my horse at least every two weeks. Gotta get away from social media too.SuzieC wrote: ↑Sun Jul 29, 2018 6:03 pmI find that it helps a lot to be part of a tireless, committed band of activists. OH Indivisible 12 and the August 7 special election has been fantastic for my mental health. And the physical exercise of walking miles and miles canvassing and marching in parades helps too.
I have a set of tapes (yes, from way back) of the Bhagavad Gita chanted. It's very soothing.