Ms. Thomas
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Always wanted to be a writer since I was 10 years old and now that I am 22 now, I can able to write still and make my dream come true.
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6 Reasons I Believe The Divorce Rate Is So High~
Here are six reasons why the divorce rate is so high: 1. Independence Is Crippling Marriages: People end up in divorce court because they wait too long to find solutions to the problems in their marriage. We are a nation of highly independent people and in my opinion that independence we covet stands in the way of us being able to humble ourselves and ask for help from each other—and the experts.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Humans
What is Squid Game and why do people watch it?
However, with only nine episodes, all of which are easily bridgeable, you might find yourself without a show after watching all of the dark series in one night (guilty as charged). Squid Game is gruesomely violent and emotionally punishing. It’s also one of Netflix’s most popular shows. Since its premiere on Sept. 17, the South Korean thriller has become a global phenomenon: Its viewership has increased by 481% in less than a month, and the hashtag #SquidGame has been viewed more than 22.8 billion times on Tik Tok. It’s easy to see why: The series is superbly acted and visually striking, containing easily recognizable outfits and diabolical plot twists that make it ripe for endless theorizing and memes. But it also begs an uncomfortable question: Why are we so obsessed with a show about human suffering? A drama inspired by South Korean history and politics, Squid Game follows Seong Gi-hun and 455 other debt-ridden participants who are whisked away to an island to play six rounds of basic children’s games. If they survive, they win 45.6 billion won (about $38 million). If they lose, they die in terrifying and inhumane ways — all while a group of billionaires watch for their own voyeuristic pleasure. It’s a clear commentary on how crushing economic inequality and financial instability can be for lower-income people — issues that only have been exacerbated by the global pandemic. Particularly against the backdrop of the last 18 months, “People can identify with feeling like they’re not the ruling class, but the underdog or the downtrodden,” Dr. Eric Bender, a child, adolescent, adult, and forensic psychiatrist tells Bustle. Desperation, indeed, is what drives Squid Game’s participants to compete. Although they’re given the option to leave the game at the beginning of the show, they all ultimately return, realizing that scraping by in the real world with no viable way to escape poverty is possibly worse than risking death for a life-altering prize. From this perspective, the brutality is almost beside the point — although there likely are some people who do watch for the gore. “The violence really puts an exclamation mark on the human struggle elements,” says Dr. Praveen Kambam, a child, adolescent, and forensic psychiatrist. “[It] shows just how far these people are willing to go ... They would rather endure this level of violence, or chance of violence, than deal with the system outside of the game.”
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Gamers
10 Lies Your Guy Is Telling You — And What He's Hiding
Why do men lie? Ultimately, men lie because they believe it is a way to protect women (and themselves). The number one reason why he lies is to help you maintain your idealized version of him. As counterintuitive as it sounds, he lies to you because he loves you and he's trying to avoid causing your feelings of hurt and anguish. Self-preservation may also cause a person to be a liar. When he lies to you, it means he's aware that the truth about something he's done or hasn't done, something he's thinking about doing, or something he feels has the potential to break you and your relationship.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Confessions
What is Yakuza?
The name Yakuza comes from a losing hand in a traditional Japanese card game. Ya ku sa — eight, nine, three. The group began in the Tokugawa period, also known as the Edo period, with the seemingly odd combination of gamblers and itinerant peddlers joining forces (Hill, 2004). The Yakuza have always kept to their roots as you will see by the end of this article.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Criminal
Why Have A Wedding Ceremony? WHAT'S THE PURPOSE OF A WEDDING?
Humans have been creating rituals and rites celebrating major life events since the beginning of time: birth, coupling, death, sickness. These certainly are the big events of a family, a tribe or a community; major miles stones in a family’s life.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Humans
What Readers Want – Series vs. Standalone Books?
An author asks, “Do readers like series with the same characters or should I be looking to start fresh with each new project?” I think the answer to this question is dependent on the characters more than the readers. Do the characters still have more story for you to tell?
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Motivation
What Is a Sugar Daddy? Here's Everything to Know About Their Unique 'Arrangements.'
What is a sugar daddy? According to Urban Dictionary, the go-to website for all things slang, a sugar daddy is “a boyfriend who comes with financial benefits. Sugar benefactors can help to cover tuition, bills, and frequently enjoy bestowing gifts upon their partners.” (Other folks seek women to help cover their finances, known as a sugar mama.) The person in a consensual relationship with a sugar daddy or sugar mama is commonly referred to as a sugar baby. (Like any relationship, a sugar baby and sugar daddy's arrangement has to be consensual.)
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Lifehack
16 Love Songs That Are Actually Kind of Creepy
The disturbing songs on this playlist are no exception. So take a closer listen to these chart-topping songs and ask yourself if there’s anything off about them. You may be surprised to find that some of your favorites made the list. Here are 16 instances where the song just got a little too creepy.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Confessions
How to get organized at home when you have ADHD or mental health issues
The relationship among our mental health, order and cleanliness — or a lack thereof — is strong, but like most relationships, it’s not simple. “We know there’s an association, but an association doesn’t mean we know that one thing causes the other,” said Dawn Potter, a clinical psychologist at the Cleveland Clinic. The premise that one’s space reflects one’s mental health can be particularly defeating if you’re already in a bad place mentally or physically, Davis said. Many of the symptoms of depression that make it difficult to care for ourselves also make it difficult to care for our homes, such as fatigue, no or low motivation for even small tasks, loss of interest in activities and difficulty concentrating. The shame of having a home that fails to meet society’s standards can paralyze, and often silence, people who need help managing clutter.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Motivation
Games you can play to earn extra $$
Need to earn some money because you lost hours or even worse, lost your job? In the COVID-19 era, there are still ways to earn money by using game apps to win real money. If you love playing games on your phone and you aren’t getting paid for it then you may want to check out these mobile apps to win real money on iPhone and Android phones.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Gamers
History about Halloween!
Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31, and Halloween 2021 will occur on Sunday, October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. Soon, All Saints Day incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve, and later Halloween. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive gatherings, donning costumes and eating treats. Halloween’s origins date back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain (pronounced sow-in). The Celts, who lived 2,000 years ago, mostly in the area that is now Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France, celebrated their new year on November 1.
By Ms. Thomas4 years ago in Horror
