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it’s time to take it all off and be modest Sep 18, 2014

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whether it's an itsy bitsy polka dot bikini or a speedo, exposing so much of one's body in public is sometimes just too much. listen in as wes and ryan go off on a post that natalie had in her facebook newsfeed about the evolution of the bikini, then m...

asking for help- amy clover Sep 09, 2014

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we get to hear another voice in today’s human podcast with special guest amy clover, who opens it up informing us that everyone needs help. never be ashamed to ask for help. as amy clover stated in her signing off phrase, “you are worth fighting for.” links to check out: amy clover’s strong inside out website everybody loves raymond race track therapy episode article from child welfare on understanding the lasting effects of childhood abuse on the brain and development twloha help lines and resources google search of community programs charles’ I AM HUMAN video about the car accident crushing him for years amy's I AM HUMAN video about choosing to no longer be a victim 7 cups of tea site with trained listeners modules from superhuman.life

how a nude photo led to this convo- chad nash Aug 26, 2014

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how much is too far before it becomes inappropriate? who decides? chad nash joined wes and ryan in today’s podcast giving us an excellent example in the art of debate. from chad nash’s perspective, we all have been given remote controls over our life and he has control of his, we have control of ours. currently residing in amsterdam while pursuing a journey of traveling all over the place and not being tied down anywhere has given chad a less-grounded approach to life, which he sees as a form of empowerment as he pursues his life purpose. this is a completely different approach that ryan and wes have taken with their own life purpose and goals, opening up a compelling discussion about one’s pursuits and passions. chad asked, “why are people complaining when they’re in control of the remote?” referring to the “negative nancys” in social media that seem to pick fights at every moral opportunity. the whole point of the debate in today’s podcast was to express one’s opinion, take it or leave it, but seeing that having a conversation helps one to see more of the full picture. unfortunately, social media only gives a glimpse which can then lead to controversy and flocks of followers choosing one aspect of what was worded. the conclusion of the debate in today’s podcast is that everyone’s talking about the same ideas, just worded in a different way. the pursuit of life is the pursuit of happiness, and everyone’s pursuit is an individual experience where we create the culture we want to live in. it’s good that we have differing perspectives, but it can also be handled respectfully in a civilized conversation. that’s the true art of debate; dealing with issues that gets people to talk, but not losing control of one’s own emotions that we no longer see the human being behind the idea because we’re too internalized on our own desire to be considered right. sometimes there’s no “right” and “wrong;” just HUMAN beings being true to themselves. links to check out: wayne dyer excerpt about “when you change the way you look at things” wes chapman’s post 8/2/14 from facebook about racism, being homophobic, and nudity line A HUMAN PROJECT podcast about when things go viral on social media greg reid article about hard work in the entrepreneur world what you put out there is what you get quotes modules from superhuman.life

america is not the greatest country in the world, but it could be Aug 21, 2014

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on the television series, the newsroom, a panel was asked what made the united states of america the greatest nation on earth, and after a few fluffy answers from some of the panel, one character emphatically stated, “it’s not.” this leads to today's discussion between ryan and wes about how us citizens hold themselves to a higher standard based off of principles of our constitution and bill of rights, yet do little to work for that privilege. we’re all unique and have individual gifts, but that doesn’t make us entitled. there’s value in striving to be the best and using positive competition, like the example of the olympics. make society great by being you. people will be motivated when they see your success, and tell themselves, “well, if he can do it, why can’t i?!” let’s all be the best HUMAN person we can be, and see what happens. we can recreate our country’s greatness from yesteryear by blending the old with the new knowledge we have now, literally at our fingertips. links to check out: totalitarianism definition 1992 dream team in olympics basketball ice bucket challenge rudy award in football jerry seinfield “silver medal” skit A HUMAN PROJECT podcast on teaching what sex is to youth modules from superhuman.life

why robin williams was not a joke- depression is as real as death Aug 15, 2014

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(note: this episode is dedicated to robin williams and is meant to inspire all of us to stand up and fight the real disease of depression) there are varying levels of suicidal thought, and the levels within those levels are mentioned in today’s podcast, but ultimately the question most asked about suicide is, where does it come from? how does a person get to that point that a person no longer wants to live? many are faking the life they are portraying because they feel all alone and there’s safety in not letting people know; until it’s too late. there’s a fear of public shame admitting that we need help. we all talk as if we would help and support, but we’re all in our own lives. it all gets abused, and the question remains, why? why do humans complete suicide? why fake life until it's taken by one's own hand? wes and ryan declare that we need to stop the insecurity of blaming roles which spark darkness. curing the circumstance of chronic depression by breaking patterns with thought process of wanting change is simple but extremely effective. make the conscious decision to stop. it’s not an overnight cure, but the start of one. wes used an analogy of a rose garden: within one week, if weeds are not dealt with, it’ll take over. laughter can be used as fertilizer, but it doesn’t deal with core issues. if that one weed is left, it could overtake all the beauty. until it is permanently removed, it will never go away. in order to inoculate against the virus that is depression, we must create a vaccination, or virus just as powerful but with positivity. this will combat depression with a movement that life can be whatever you want it to be when you get out of the way and let it happen. love is the ultimate vaccination. what did robin williams do? he committed suicide. who did it effect? the world. please watch this video if you are suffering for any form of sadness/depression: [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dfea0wtj-0Y?rel=0] HUMAN help lines: email help@humanproject.com with the subject WES or RYAN in the heading. save (suicide awareness voices of education) http://twloha.com/find-help to write love on her arms, a help program with lots of helplines for the specific pain you’re facing. the tapping solution’s blog post on robin williams with many help lines and resources for alternative methods to cure depression. http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ call national suicide prevention lifeline: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: 1-800-273-8255 (talk) or international: http://www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines.html links to check out: co-star child actors from hook and mrs. doubtfire pay tribute to robin williams mrs. doubtfire child actress lisa jakub “thank you note” to robin williams google search robin williams tribute A HUMAN PROJECT “real” video google search of robin williams interview clips famous people struggling with depression scientific study that the neglect of love is more damaging to human brain than physical abuse suicide prevention lifeline brandon marshall creates program after diagnosed with multi-personality disorder heath ledger suicide due to tough psychological role of characters? dr. sarno on healing emotional back pain strong from the inside out with amy clover alexandra’s story which lead wes to create A HUMAN PROJECT fans remembering good will hunting character of robin williams new york daily slams robin williams shortly after death then receives onslaught of reprimands “inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me” –matthew 25:40 modules from superhuman.life other interesting links & references by natalie maslow’s hierarchy of human needs explains that even the most basic needs are to be loved. david letterman remembers robin williams who didn’t know that the man he had known for over 38 years was in pain and suffering,

how to teach what sex is all about to our youth Aug 14, 2014

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we are a sex driven society yet we have no idea how to talk about it maturely. why is that? could our sex talk immaturity simply be because we haven’t been matured in the developmental skills required to openly communicate about sex? looking at the co...

how to cure not treat Aug 04, 2014

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put a band aid on it. here’s a pill. quick solutions never really solve core issues that we as humans deal with on a daily basis. human nature wants to feel better, but a band aid isn’t going to heal the hurt. we as humans want justice so it’s no longer on our minds without going through the rehabilitation that is needed to fully heal. everyone handles things differently, but could it be from the onslaught of youtube videos that show all the hate and negativity that has desensitized us as a society to the point that these perversions of human behavior occur? wes declared that we can start a change by taking a step back; focus on communicating and truly listening to communities. links to check out: “A HUMAN PROJECT podcast about the phrase "like a girl" father who beat 2 year old daughter to death gets sentenced winston churchill biography and youtube short on how important it is for the youth to learn about such an amazing man jamie lee curtis article on being true to yourself by not allowing her pictures to be photo-shopped “be the change you want to see in the world” –mahatma gandhi quote modules from superhuman.life

why superheroes are real Jul 25, 2014

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who’s your hero? according to american scholar joseph campbell, a hero is any individual that has something they are striving for, and embark on a journey to make a difference. wes and ryan inform us that superheroes are real, not because of accomplishing these amazing feats read about in comic books, but through small acts that in turn help others learn to be super. it doesn’t take an extreme act of being human to be a hero, and maybe the best way to find a hero amongst you is to become one yourself. state self-affirmations in the mirror. even if you don’t believe them at first, the more you boost yourself up, the bigger that hero pedestal becomes! #everyonecanbeahero links to check out: make-a-wish foundation “wish man” frank shankwitz, founder of make-a-wish foundation vietnam vet gets new wheelchair after lowe's employees help him A HUMAN PROJECT founder's story kid president heroes video kindness boomerang modules from superhuman.life

how to stop the hate between christians and gays Jul 24, 2014

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gay hate has gone too far. it’s not about who’s right, who’s wrong, and all the fighting that occurs. listen to a person’s heart and accept them for who they believe they are. could society be shaming gay people to the point that they have to do show their “gay pride” in a flamboyant way in order to be recognized? you decide. hate is a habit. our youth are bombarded, forced to celebrate being different when they’re unsure what they truly believe or feel still. they need to know that who they are is accepted, and they are enough just the way they are. links to check out: florida teen arrested for consensual gay relationship wes’s article on elliot rodger’s reasoning behind his actions modules from superhuman.life other interesting links & references by natalie i pledge to be me tank transmormon article (with link to documentary under the same title) about one HUMAN’s search to find acceptance as transgender. listening to jazz 20/20 news clip where Barbara Walters catches up with a transgender child. these images show that there are good people still in the world, in particular the first image showing a christian group holding signs at a gay march that state, “i’m sorry.”

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