Monday Movement
Virtue of the Week:
Modesty - Modesty is having self-respect. When you value yourself with quiet pride, you accept praise with humility and gratitude. Modesty is being comfortable with yourself and setting boundaries about your body and your privacy.
Read more at: www.virtuesproject.com
Black Jockeys Behind The Derby
Check out this piece on impact of Black jockeys on the Kentucky Derby
Video of the Week:
Respects to John Singleton
Some pieces on his legacy:
NY Times - https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/30/opinion/john-singleton-boyz-n-the-hood.html
Vanity Fair - https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2019/04/john-singleton-appreciation-boyz-n-the-hood
Vox - https://www.vox.com/culture/2019/4/30/18523861/john-singleton-died-boyz-n-hood
Bonus Read
Please read this piece by Insitar Abioto on the history of Black Artist in the state of Oregon
Monday Movement - Better Late Than Never
Virtue of the Week:
Generosity - Generosity is giving an sharing. You share freeely, not with the idea of receiving something in return. You find ways to give others happiness, and give just for the joy of giving. Generosity is one of the best ways to show love and friendship.
Read more at: www.virtuesproject.com
Video of the Week:
I enjoy seeing things repaired. Access to the tools and the background knowledge needed to do this type of restoration is often not accessible these days. Except it is totally accessible on the internet. Check out a maker space in your area or the community college for training opportunities.
A Place to Check Out:
Monday Movement
Virtue of the Week:
Truthfulness - Truthfulness is being honest in your words an actions. You don't tell lies even to defen yourself. Don't listen to gossip of prejudice. See the truth for yourself. Don't try to be mor than you are to impress others. Be yourself, your true self.
Read more at: virtuesproject.com
Video of the Week:
My guy Scotty here is a special egg, but his videos on car repair are fun and informative. Check him out.
Financial Intelligence:
Word To The Wise…
As we move into the end of tax season, let me share a lesson. Pay your fare. In the last few months my family has experienced a series of small bumps in the road. Car damage, home repair, health and fitness matters. All small things that would be much worse if we did not have our affairs in order. It is not that we are perfect or in the optimal position I want to be. We were prepared. We did things the way that makes sense and have not heaped risk on risk for the sake of temporary gain. My advice to you is to pay your fare. Pay for insurance on your car, your home, your apartment, and your life. Get appropriate coverage and support services. Ask questions about your tools, how they work, what are the limits, and how to you access it. Get it right and pay your fare.
In the meantime in between time I needed to share the above. When you are out of pocket I have this look. For real. I try to manage my physical reaction to foolishness, but I don't always succeed. Keep this for your records on the way to nonverbally communicate effectively.
Peace.
Justice Rajee