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Do YouTubers Help Teach Self-Defense?
YouTube offers a lot of great how-tos on pretty much every topic, but you need to wade through a lot of garbage to get there. This definitely applies to learning self-defense; there are too many would-be gurus promising too much. Obviously, if you can afford lessons in a dojo or an afternoon class, go for it: It’s always better to learn with other people than it is alone, especially as you get more in-depth education, and having a resisting opponent is always better than just punching at shadows. However, some people don’t have access to a decent dojo or can’t afford one, so YouTube is their only option. Do whatever you feel necessary for your own defense, no matter what it takes.
By Jamais Jochim3 months ago in Journal
Michael Mollod and the Engineering Mindset Behind Scalable Robotics Systems. AI-Generated.
How Practical Design Choices Shape Long-Lasting Automation Robotics Built for Dynamic Environments Modern robotics operates in environments that are rarely predictable. Automation systems now function in warehouses with shifting layouts, factories with changing production demands, and shared spaces where humans and machines work side by side. These conditions require robots to adapt continuously rather than follow fixed routines.
By Michael Mollod3 months ago in Journal
Spain in Mourning as Death Toll Rises After High-Speed Train Collision Near Córdoba
Spain woke up to a national tragedy on Monday as emergency crews continued recovery efforts following a deadly high-speed train collision in southern Spain that has already claimed at least 39 lives, with fears the number could still rise.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun3 months ago in Journal
Global Stocks Slide as Trump’s Greenland Message Sparks Market Panic and Trade War Fears
Global financial markets woke up to a shockwave on Monday morning as investors digested an extraordinary message attributed to U.S. President Donald Trump, linking his long-standing desire to take control of Greenland to his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize.
By Omasanjuwa Ogharandukun3 months ago in Journal
The Quiet Power of Analytical Balances in Everyday Precision
There’s a moment in many labs, classrooms, and even small workshops when everything goes quiet. Someone places a sample on a weighing pan, holds their breath, and waits for the numbers to settle. That moment might seem small, but it’s where accuracy begins. This is exactly where Analytical Balances quietly do their most important work.
By Andrew Mile3 months ago in Journal
The Expanding Responsibilities of Today’s Chief Financial Officer
The responsibilities of a Chief Financial Officer have changed steadily over the past several years. While financial accuracy and compliance remain core expectations, many organizations now rely on CFOs for broader guidance. Finance leaders are increasingly involved in planning, operational discussions, and long-term decision-making. This shift reflects a growing recognition that financial insight plays a central role in organizational stability.
By Carolina Guerreno3 months ago in Journal
Building My Life Back After Trauma
Trauma doesn’t just hurt you. It changes you. It disrupts your sense of safety, your confidence, your decision-making, and often the way you see yourself. For a long time, I wasn’t just trying to “feel better.” I was trying to figure out who I was after everything that happened.
By Edina Jackson-Yussif 3 months ago in Journal
Making Time for God: Daily Prayer in a Busy Life
Life is busy. Work, family, errands, and responsibilities often fill every corner of the day, leaving little space for reflection or prayer. Yet daily prayer is one of the most powerful tools a Catholic has for staying grounded, cultivating patience, and experiencing God’s presence in every moment. Finding ways to integrate prayer into a busy life is not about creating a rigid schedule; it is about building habits that allow moments of connection, however brief, to become transformative.
By Sound and Spirit3 months ago in Journal
Understanding the Sacraments and Why They Matter
The Catholic Church teaches that the sacraments are more than rituals or traditions. They are encounters with God, tangible ways to experience His grace and presence in our lives. Each sacrament has a unique purpose, a moment where faith becomes visible, and life meets the sacred. Understanding why the sacraments matter is an invitation to see how God works in both ordinary and extraordinary ways.
By Sound and Spirit3 months ago in Journal
How Dog Proof Products Made Daily Life With My Dog Easier
When I first brought my dog home, I thought love, walks, and training would cover everything. I was wrong. Love was there. Training helped. But my home was not ready. Trash cans tipped over. Cushions looked tired too fast. Floors told stories I did not want guests to read.
By Sonam Kohli3 months ago in Journal
The Trouble with /My/ Time
Today is supposed to be my fresh start to a new week, but I am still reeling with the realization that my private property means absolutely nothing to my children's father, that my parenting time and my personal plans are irrelevant enough to him to risk our child going without the prescription drink he needs - just because said adult's schedule is the sole valuable one?, and that there is likely nothing I can do to stop this behavior from simply continuing.
By The Schizophrenic Mom3 months ago in Journal
