Dear Luminary
ARC (c) 2/4/2020
Dear Luminary,
Forwarded to notables/media; please care/share.
The issues dividing our country have solutions.
There are problem solving experts: https://www.ted.com/
VOTING
Absentee Ballot: the ease and convenience of leisurely reviewing issues and marking ballot is incomparable to those who stand in lines, feel rushed, and make mistakes hurrying for work or other.
Any registered voter may vote-by-mail! Should be top community awareness priority: advocates can host `vote-by-mail’ house parties.
In the United States, absentee voting takes place
"by mail-in paper ballot prior to the day of the election."
Typically, "the voter may return the ballot by mail or in person."
Absentee ballot - Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Absentee_ballot
https://www.ted.com/search?q=voting
HOMELESSNESS
Cities buy three bedroom homes under nonprofit https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/530226780
National League of Cities, and used two rooms (three to a room), with a recovering addict (free board/stipend) to manage home, situation would soon be under control. Incoming residents would be guests invited for three-month sober living contract: receive the first week free, then guided to social services for allotment/food stamps. Thereafter, contribution would be $100.00 per week: everyone contributes to an open food pantry for communal meals.
The city would benefit with equity; homeless off the streets – encouraged and helped regarding work or school. When you realize that incarceration costs average one thousand per day; and most contemporary programs are a disaster, this is phenomenal legal solution sanctioned by Public Law 100-415; 100-430. Recovering addicts living in sober home environment based on A.A./N.A. principles have extremely low recidivism.
Addicts are eligible for Medicare/Medi-Cal – employment rehabilitation services.
https://medicine.wright.edu/sites/medicine.wright.edu/files/page/attachments/VR_Desk_Reference.pdf
Home cottage nonprofit donation industry initiated for others:
Dorothy Day started simple `newspaper’ for sale.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_Day
People love their names on personal handmade items: potholders, senior lap bibs, hand pads to hold hot dish…easy and inexpensive to mail.
Tax deductible donations welcomed – prayer petition, memorial name plaques, `search engines’ for nonprofit fund raising ideas.
ARC has role modeled the success of this solution…federal/state approved nonprofit – detailed info in http://arc-namaste.blogspot.com/
https://www.ted.com/search?q=homeless
IMMIGRATION
Las Vegas was originally desert wasteland.
Our US population is at 80-year low. We need immigrants.
2015 study…Just 6 percent of America’s nearly 2 billion acres of land is developed. …
Portions could be immigrant cities with their talents used for building and socializing infrastructure similar to President Franklin’s New Deal Works Program.
https://www.citylab.com/equity/2015/04/the-real-role-of-land-values-in-the-united-states/389862/
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_j_bier_how_guest_worker_visas_could_transform_the_us_immigration_system
EDUCATION
Children reach college without learning how to shop/bank/use a checkbook. They reach high school not knowing how to socially interact, dance, and communicate without a cell phone. They reach puberty without sex education, knowing how to take care of a animal, much less endure an unwanted pregnancy, have a family. Worse: grow up without `empathy’ towards others – understanding citizenship – able to actively represent what their `pledge of allegiance’ truly means.
Curriculum goals should be: love of reading, nutrition, exercise, music, dance, self-defense, crafts, animals, home economics: accounting, shopping, canning, sewing, and nature versus focus on technology that currently exists.
Sir Ken Robinson
https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_do_schools_kill_creativity
There should be increased surveillance monitoring that makes sure equality for all without bullying, prejudice, social/mental/physical abuse.
Movies and exercises that teach ethical values should dominate.
en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jane_Elliott
Jane Elliott - Wikipedia
Jane Elliott is an American former third-grade schoolteacher, anti-racism activist, and educator. She is known for her "Blue eyes–Brown eyes" exercise. She first ...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jojo_Rabbit
The Little Colonel (1935) - Connections - IMDb
Edith cites Shirley Temple and Bill "Bojangles" Robinson in this film as a ... Darla spoofs the "stair dance" that Shirley Temple did with Bill "Bojangles" Robinson.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinky_(film)
https://www.ted.com/search?q=education
https://www.ted.com/search?q=constitution
https://www.ted.com/search?q=schools
GUN RIGHTS
We may not drive without a written/driving test: vehicles registered.
Pet canines need up-to-date rabies; registration.
Safety is legislated: helmets, seat belts, road signs, dogs on leash, identification necessary for medical, educational, civic, and so on.
Registration/Proficiency is necessary to buy/operate firearms.
Registration | Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence
https://lawcenter.giffords.org › policy-areas › gun-owner-responsibilities
Firearm registration laws require individuals to record their ownership of a firearm with a designated law enforcement agency. These laws enable law enforcement to identify, disarm, and prosecute violent criminals and people illegally in possession of firearms.
CONTRACEPTION
It is beyond reason that there has not been massive advocacy encouraging men to easily avail themselves of economical vasectomy . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasectomy ...simple...surgery...taking...less
than thirty minutes to complete…short recovery… versus the ageless unfair burden on women. Women also have pharmaceutical economical choice.
Tax-deductible donations benefit non-profit pharmacies.
This Independent Pharmacy Thrives Through Nonprofit ...
https://www.pbahealth.com › this-independent-pharmacy-thrives-through-...
Dec 13, 2018 - Since 2007, the pharmacy has partnered with homeless shelters and other nonprofits to help those most in need fill their prescriptions. Since then, the partnerships have become essential to the pharmacy's business and beloved by its local communities.
https://www.ted.com/search?q=contraception
ORIENTATION
Biblical Scholars like https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joel_Manuel_Hoffman reveal misinterpretations and translations that shed illuminating awareness on free will/choice, orientation, primary of consciousness, divine axioms, defense, and so on.
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2017/11/11/pope-francis-reaffirms-primacy-conscience-amid-criticism-amoris-laetitia
Fr. James Martin, SJ
54 mins •
NB: Two post limit.
Pope Francis has reaffirmed the "primacy of conscience." This teaching, which has been downplayed, set aside or even ignored in the last few decades by some, reminds us that it is the longstanding tradition of the church that an informed conscience is the final arbiter of the moral life.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Bourgeois
…
I believe that our Church's teaching that excludes women from the priesthood defies both faith and reason and cannot stand up to scrutiny. This teaching has nothing to do with God, but with men, and is rooted in sexism. Sexism, like racism, is a sin. And no matter how hard we may try to justify discrimination against women, in the end, it is not the way of God, but of men who want to hold on to their power. As people of faith we believe in the primacy of conscience. Our conscience connects us to the Divine. Our conscience gives us a sense of right and wrong and urges us to do what is right, what is just.
A contemporary panel of modern religious leaders like Joel Hoffman, Greg Carey, and Roy Bourgeois is needed to update newly discovered and researched illumination.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Bourgeois
Greg Carey, Contributor
Professor of New Testament, Lancaster Theological Seminary
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/where-do-liberal-bible-scholars-come-from_b_1774447
“Informed conscience is something Catholics are increasingly citing as support for disregarding official teaching. It means, in essence, that one has studied church teaching, reflected on it, and concluded that the teaching can in good conscience be rejected,” says show correspondent, Judy Valente.May 9, 2010
What is an informed conscience? | genemyers.com
https://genemyers.wordpress.com › 2010/05/09 › what-is-an-informed-consc...
https://www.ted.com/search?q=biblical+scholars
https://www.ted.com/search?q=gay+rights
FOSSIL FUEL EMISSIONS
Public Transportation needs to be free like libraries where all are eligible with `ACCESS’ curb service for seniors and disabled thereby reducing highway vehicle usage over 75%. Money normally channeled for vehicles will be `goods purchase power’ that is taxed.
Ceres is a non-profit sustainability advocacy organization based in Boston, Massachusetts and founded in 1989. In 2007, Ceres was named one of the 100 most influential players in corporate governance by Directorship magazine. Wikipedia
Massive campaign extolling benefits of walking everywhere one to three miles; and encouraging electric rickshaws for inner city needs . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rickshaws_in_the_United_States
https://www.ted.com/search?q=energy+efficiency
TAXES/BENEFITS
No taxes on incomes less than $100,000.00; with substantial for above. Revised rules reversing `buyer dilemma’ placing responsibility where it belongs: `let the seller beware’.
If the rule applies to one, it must be for all: rich, politicians, special interests, etc.
Revenues increased through sale and usage i.e.
Benefits to wealthy are obscene when gained on the backs of the poor.
America’s goal should be to rank first as the most equalitarian country ahead of Slovenia, Norway, Denmark…and rank first ahead of Finland as the happiest country.
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
Ambassador of Finland Tells You Why They are the Happiest People in the World
State policies on welfare, mutual trust, freedom and equality have contributed to making Finland the happiest country for the second time in a row -…
In 2019, Finland was named as the happiest place on Earth for the second year in a row.
Published by the UN, the World Happiness Report ranked 156 countries by happiness levels, assessing factors such as life expectancy, social support and corruption. Three of Finland’s Nordic cousins, Norway, Denmark and Iceland, took the next consecutive places.
Why are Finnish people so happy? It is not because of the weather, for sure! On a societal level, Finland's success can be attributed to its rigid social safety network, culture of trust, high-quality education, and a strong commitment to gender equality. On a personal level, many Finns cite their connection to nature as an important source of happiness.
Finland has come a long way and put deliberate efforts on creating happiness – it was not served to the Finns on a silver plate.
150 years ago 10% of the Finnish population perished due to a famine. In 1918, a year after Finland gained its independence, the country underwent a painful and divisive civil war. When Finland came out of World War II in 1945, it was one of the poorest nations in Europe. The Finnish happiness and welfare has been built from scratch.
The happiness in Finland stems from a number of policies for welfare, mutual trust, freedom and equality. In recent years, Finland has been named the most stable, the freest and the safest by various international bodies.
Finland has progressive taxation and wealth redistribution, which enables free healthcare, free quality education for all and generous parental leave. A healthy work-life balance ensures that people have the chance to pursue their personal interests and feed their creativity whilst enjoying the world’s cleanest air and pristine nature.
According to Transparency International, Finland is one of the least corrupt countries in the world. Over 80% of Finns trust the country’s police, education and healthcare systems.
Finnish society is equal. Finland is widely considered one of the best places in the world to be a mother and to be a working woman. Finnish fathers, who are also entitled to paid paternity leave, spend the most time with their children globally.
Money does not bring happiness, but economic strength plays a role in keeping the Finnish society stable. Finland is not the richest country in the world but has been capable of handling an unstable global economy. Finland has had its economic slumps, particularly after the Eurozone crisis, but has been quicker than most countries to bounce back. Agile economic policy and Finnish innovativeness have had their role to play in this recovery.
Other national characteristics may also play a part in creating happiness and positive resilience. The Finns have a word, sisu, which means stoic perseverance and grit, whatever comes your way. The International Day of Failure (celebrated annually on 13 October) originates from Finland and carries an important message: without the possibility of failure there is no success, and occasional failure is therefore okay. When innovating and experimenting boldly, a failure may sometimes precede a great success. No wonder Finland emerges as the third most innovative country in the world according to both Bloomberg Innovation Index and International Innovation Scorecard.
The Happiness Report of 2018 also measured immigrant happiness, and Finland topped this category as well. Happy societies are also more willing to accept and integrate immigrants. The supportive social systems and institutions make it harder for people – whether local or newcomers – to fall through the cracks.
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2013/12/job-satisfaction
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Happiness_Report
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
RIGHTS FOR ALL
Library, Internet, Medical, Transportation, Food, Hygiene, Clean Drinking Water, Shelter. Language shapes the pro/con of an issue. And the ARTS have the power to increase empathy, wisdom, higher humanity.
S.I. Hayakawa’s Language In Thought And Action illustrated a semantics parable: The Story of A-town and B-ville
https://www.rijnlandmodel.nl/english/general_semantics/hayakawa/alfa_town.htm
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/08/10-movies-that-changed-the-world/
https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/the-top-25-books-that-changed-the-world.html/
When citizens have `life, liberty, pursuit of happiness’ …
"Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness…
society gains in spiritual, economic, innovative, social and progressive strength.
Without elementary basics of quality air, food, water, shelter, hygiene, the quality of life is not only diminished, but strains at society’s medical infrastructure.
Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a motivational theory in psychology comprising a five-tier model of human needs, often depicted as hierarchical levels within a pyramid. ... From the bottom of the hierarchy upwards, the needs are: physiological, safety, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization.
https://www.simplypsychology.org › maslow
Right of revolution - Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Right_of_revolution …
In political philosophy, the right of revolution (or right of rebellion) is the right or duty of the people of a nation to overthrow a government that acts against their ...
https://www.ted.com/search?q=human+rights
https://www.ted.com/search?q=psychology
EVOLUTION VS CREATION Search Results
Featured snippet from the web
The quotation “A civilization is measured by how it treats its weakest members” or “The greatness of a nation can be judged by how it treats its weakest member” is often attributed to Mahatma Gandhi.Feb 21, 2018
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creation%E2%80%93evolution_controversy
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_church_and_state_in_the_United_States
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Civil_Liberties_Union
https://www.ted.com/search?q=evolution
https://www.ted.com/search?q=spiritual+hope
https://www.ted.com/search?q=education
https://www.ted.com/search?q=constitution
https://www.ted.com/search?q=schools
GOVERNMENT
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2016/feb/07/unabomber-ted-kaczynski-brother-david-kaczynski-every-last-tie-book
https://www.britannica.com/story/did-george-washington-really-say-i-cant-tell-a-lie
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/talking-apes/201803/when-punish-and-when-forgive
https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/honesty
MJG aka RMN 2/4/2020
Dear Luminary,
Forwarded to notables/media; please care/share.
The issues dividing our country have solutions.
There are problem solving experts: https://www.ted.com/
VOTING
Absentee Ballot: the ease and convenience of leisurely reviewing issues and marking ballot is incomparable to those who stand in lines, feel rushed, and make mistakes hurrying for work or other.
Any registered voter may vote-by-mail! Should be top community awareness priority: advocates can host `vote-by-mail’ house parties.
In the United States, absentee voting takes place
"by mail-in paper ballot prior to the day of the election."
Typically, "the voter may return the ballot by mail or in person."
Absentee ballot - Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Absentee_ballot
https://www.ted.com/search?q=voting
HOMELESSNESS
Cities buy three bedroom homes under nonprofit https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/530226780
National League of Cities, and used two rooms (three to a room), with a recovering addict (free board/stipend) to manage home, situation would soon be under control. Incoming residents would be guests invited for three-month sober living contract: receive the first week free, then guided to social services for allotment/food stamps. Thereafter, contribution would be $100.00 per week: everyone contributes to an open food pantry for communal meals.
The city would benefit with equity; homeless off the streets – encouraged and helped regarding work or school. When you realize that incarceration costs average one thousand per day; and most contemporary programs are a disaster, this is phenomenal legal solution sanctioned by Public Law 100-415; 100-430. Recovering addicts living in sober home environment based on A.A./N.A. principles have extremely low recidivism.
Addicts are eligible for Medicare/Medi-Cal – employment rehabilitation services.
https://medicine.wright.edu/sites/medicine.wright.edu/files/page/attachments/VR_Desk_Reference.pdf
Home cottage nonprofit donation industry initiated for others:
Dorothy Day started simple `newspaper’ for sale.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorothy_Day
People love their names on personal handmade items: potholders, senior lap bibs, hand pads to hold hot dish…easy and inexpensive to mail.
Tax deductible donations welcomed – prayer petition, memorial name plaques, `search engines’ for nonprofit fund raising ideas.
ARC has role modeled the success of this solution…federal/state approved nonprofit – detailed info in http://arc-namaste.blogspot.com/
https://www.ted.com/search?q=homeless
IMMIGRATION
Las Vegas was originally desert wasteland.
Our US population is at 80-year low. We need immigrants.
2015 study…Just 6 percent of America’s nearly 2 billion acres of land is developed. …
Portions could be immigrant cities with their talents used for building and socializing infrastructure similar to President Franklin’s New Deal Works Program.
https://www.citylab.com/equity/2015/04/the-real-role-of-land-values-in-the-united-states/389862/
https://www.ted.com/talks/david_j_bier_how_guest_worker_visas_could_transform_the_us_immigration_system
EDUCATION
Children reach college without learning how to shop/bank/use a checkbook. They reach high school not knowing how to socially interact, dance, and communicate without a cell phone. They reach puberty without sex education, knowing how to take care of a animal, much less endure an unwanted pregnancy, have a family. Worse: grow up without `empathy’ towards others – understanding citizenship – able to actively represent what their `pledge of allegiance’ truly means.
Curriculum goals should be: love of reading, nutrition, exercise, music, dance, self-defense, crafts, animals, home economics: accounting, shopping, canning, sewing, and nature versus focus on technology that currently exists.
Sir Ken Robinson
https://www.ted.com/talks/sir_ken_robinson_do_schools_kill_creativity
There should be increased surveillance monitoring that makes sure equality for all without bullying, prejudice, social/mental/physical abuse.
Movies and exercises that teach ethical values should dominate.
en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jane_Elliott
Jane Elliott - Wikipedia
Jane Elliott is an American former third-grade schoolteacher, anti-racism activist, and educator. She is known for her "Blue eyes–Brown eyes" exercise. She first ...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jojo_Rabbit
The Little Colonel (1935) - Connections - IMDb
Edith cites Shirley Temple and Bill "Bojangles" Robinson in this film as a ... Darla spoofs the "stair dance" that Shirley Temple did with Bill "Bojangles" Robinson.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinky_(film)
https://www.ted.com/search?q=education
https://www.ted.com/search?q=constitution
https://www.ted.com/search?q=schools
GUN RIGHTS
We may not drive without a written/driving test: vehicles registered.
Pet canines need up-to-date rabies; registration.
Safety is legislated: helmets, seat belts, road signs, dogs on leash, identification necessary for medical, educational, civic, and so on.
Registration/Proficiency is necessary to buy/operate firearms.
Registration | Giffords Law Center to Prevent Gun Violence
https://lawcenter.giffords.org › policy-areas › gun-owner-responsibilities
Firearm registration laws require individuals to record their ownership of a firearm with a designated law enforcement agency. These laws enable law enforcement to identify, disarm, and prosecute violent criminals and people illegally in possession of firearms.
CONTRACEPTION
It is beyond reason that there has not been massive advocacy encouraging men to easily avail themselves of economical vasectomy . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasectomy ...simple...surgery...taking...less
than thirty minutes to complete…short recovery… versus the ageless unfair burden on women. Women also have pharmaceutical economical choice.
Tax-deductible donations benefit non-profit pharmacies.
This Independent Pharmacy Thrives Through Nonprofit ...
https://www.pbahealth.com › this-independent-pharmacy-thrives-through-...
Dec 13, 2018 - Since 2007, the pharmacy has partnered with homeless shelters and other nonprofits to help those most in need fill their prescriptions. Since then, the partnerships have become essential to the pharmacy's business and beloved by its local communities.
https://www.ted.com/search?q=contraception
ORIENTATION
Biblical Scholars like https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joel_Manuel_Hoffman reveal misinterpretations and translations that shed illuminating awareness on free will/choice, orientation, primary of consciousness, divine axioms, defense, and so on.
https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2017/11/11/pope-francis-reaffirms-primacy-conscience-amid-criticism-amoris-laetitia
Fr. James Martin, SJ
54 mins •
NB: Two post limit.
Pope Francis has reaffirmed the "primacy of conscience." This teaching, which has been downplayed, set aside or even ignored in the last few decades by some, reminds us that it is the longstanding tradition of the church that an informed conscience is the final arbiter of the moral life.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Bourgeois
…
I believe that our Church's teaching that excludes women from the priesthood defies both faith and reason and cannot stand up to scrutiny. This teaching has nothing to do with God, but with men, and is rooted in sexism. Sexism, like racism, is a sin. And no matter how hard we may try to justify discrimination against women, in the end, it is not the way of God, but of men who want to hold on to their power. As people of faith we believe in the primacy of conscience. Our conscience connects us to the Divine. Our conscience gives us a sense of right and wrong and urges us to do what is right, what is just.
A contemporary panel of modern religious leaders like Joel Hoffman, Greg Carey, and Roy Bourgeois is needed to update newly discovered and researched illumination.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Bourgeois
Greg Carey, Contributor
Professor of New Testament, Lancaster Theological Seminary
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/where-do-liberal-bible-scholars-come-from_b_1774447
“Informed conscience is something Catholics are increasingly citing as support for disregarding official teaching. It means, in essence, that one has studied church teaching, reflected on it, and concluded that the teaching can in good conscience be rejected,” says show correspondent, Judy Valente.May 9, 2010
What is an informed conscience? | genemyers.com
https://genemyers.wordpress.com › 2010/05/09 › what-is-an-informed-consc...
https://www.ted.com/search?q=biblical+scholars
https://www.ted.com/search?q=gay+rights
FOSSIL FUEL EMISSIONS
Public Transportation needs to be free like libraries where all are eligible with `ACCESS’ curb service for seniors and disabled thereby reducing highway vehicle usage over 75%. Money normally channeled for vehicles will be `goods purchase power’ that is taxed.
Ceres is a non-profit sustainability advocacy organization based in Boston, Massachusetts and founded in 1989. In 2007, Ceres was named one of the 100 most influential players in corporate governance by Directorship magazine. Wikipedia
Massive campaign extolling benefits of walking everywhere one to three miles; and encouraging electric rickshaws for inner city needs . https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rickshaws_in_the_United_States
https://www.ted.com/search?q=energy+efficiency
TAXES/BENEFITS
No taxes on incomes less than $100,000.00; with substantial for above. Revised rules reversing `buyer dilemma’ placing responsibility where it belongs: `let the seller beware’.
If the rule applies to one, it must be for all: rich, politicians, special interests, etc.
Revenues increased through sale and usage i.e.
Benefits to wealthy are obscene when gained on the backs of the poor.
America’s goal should be to rank first as the most equalitarian country ahead of Slovenia, Norway, Denmark…and rank first ahead of Finland as the happiest country.
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
Ambassador of Finland Tells You Why They are the Happiest People in the World
State policies on welfare, mutual trust, freedom and equality have contributed to making Finland the happiest country for the second time in a row -…
In 2019, Finland was named as the happiest place on Earth for the second year in a row.
Published by the UN, the World Happiness Report ranked 156 countries by happiness levels, assessing factors such as life expectancy, social support and corruption. Three of Finland’s Nordic cousins, Norway, Denmark and Iceland, took the next consecutive places.
Why are Finnish people so happy? It is not because of the weather, for sure! On a societal level, Finland's success can be attributed to its rigid social safety network, culture of trust, high-quality education, and a strong commitment to gender equality. On a personal level, many Finns cite their connection to nature as an important source of happiness.
Finland has come a long way and put deliberate efforts on creating happiness – it was not served to the Finns on a silver plate.
150 years ago 10% of the Finnish population perished due to a famine. In 1918, a year after Finland gained its independence, the country underwent a painful and divisive civil war. When Finland came out of World War II in 1945, it was one of the poorest nations in Europe. The Finnish happiness and welfare has been built from scratch.
The happiness in Finland stems from a number of policies for welfare, mutual trust, freedom and equality. In recent years, Finland has been named the most stable, the freest and the safest by various international bodies.
Finland has progressive taxation and wealth redistribution, which enables free healthcare, free quality education for all and generous parental leave. A healthy work-life balance ensures that people have the chance to pursue their personal interests and feed their creativity whilst enjoying the world’s cleanest air and pristine nature.
According to Transparency International, Finland is one of the least corrupt countries in the world. Over 80% of Finns trust the country’s police, education and healthcare systems.
Finnish society is equal. Finland is widely considered one of the best places in the world to be a mother and to be a working woman. Finnish fathers, who are also entitled to paid paternity leave, spend the most time with their children globally.
Money does not bring happiness, but economic strength plays a role in keeping the Finnish society stable. Finland is not the richest country in the world but has been capable of handling an unstable global economy. Finland has had its economic slumps, particularly after the Eurozone crisis, but has been quicker than most countries to bounce back. Agile economic policy and Finnish innovativeness have had their role to play in this recovery.
Other national characteristics may also play a part in creating happiness and positive resilience. The Finns have a word, sisu, which means stoic perseverance and grit, whatever comes your way. The International Day of Failure (celebrated annually on 13 October) originates from Finland and carries an important message: without the possibility of failure there is no success, and occasional failure is therefore okay. When innovating and experimenting boldly, a failure may sometimes precede a great success. No wonder Finland emerges as the third most innovative country in the world according to both Bloomberg Innovation Index and International Innovation Scorecard.
The Happiness Report of 2018 also measured immigrant happiness, and Finland topped this category as well. Happy societies are also more willing to accept and integrate immigrants. The supportive social systems and institutions make it harder for people – whether local or newcomers – to fall through the cracks.
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2013/12/job-satisfaction
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Happiness_Report
https://www.news18.com/news/world/ambassador-of-finland-tells-you-why-they-are-the-happiest-people-in-the-world-2075935.html
RIGHTS FOR ALL
Library, Internet, Medical, Transportation, Food, Hygiene, Clean Drinking Water, Shelter. Language shapes the pro/con of an issue. And the ARTS have the power to increase empathy, wisdom, higher humanity.
S.I. Hayakawa’s Language In Thought And Action illustrated a semantics parable: The Story of A-town and B-ville
https://www.rijnlandmodel.nl/english/general_semantics/hayakawa/alfa_town.htm
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2016/08/10-movies-that-changed-the-world/
https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/the-top-25-books-that-changed-the-world.html/
When citizens have `life, liberty, pursuit of happiness’ …
"Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness…
society gains in spiritual, economic, innovative, social and progressive strength.
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