Let’s just think about our childhood when our mothers found it hard to keep us indoors, keep us safe from grazed elbows and knees. Times when a TV show like Tarzan would evoke a deep sense of ‘fighting spirit’, and simple tools around the house hold would magically transform into equipments of mass destruction, siblings would become the nemesis and long battles would be fought in the garden or park. Our pets were our best friends and no day would be complete without them having parts to play in our games. It was times back then that we got back home just in time for supper, not without much coaxing by mother, and there was pretty much no energy left to do anything else but sleep. And sleep like kings we did. Early was the hour when we woke up to gorge food and it was back to the natural world again, perhaps a war with the Martians or a ride through a fairyland on a unicorn.

This was when our body functioned the natural way. Long hours in the stale office-environment take its toll on our bodies and we tire or stress out. The only solution is to step out into nature, every now and then.

The Tech Heads Need To Make It Simple For the Average Human
 by: Jesse S. Somer

The tech-heads need to build new software that makes obtaining information and collective communication a simple process for the average human.

Being the total opposite to a technical person, it is hard to imagine future Internet software advances. The techno-humans have come up with incredible ideas and subsequently their ideas have come to fruition. It seems like anything a human puts their mind to can be done. Our species has come such a long way, but I feel the key to the next part in our evolution of technology and consciousness is to integrate the ideas of the average person. Who do we build all this technology for anyway? I think it’s made for humans to have a better life. It’s time to start making the technological advances in computing with the non-computer-based people of the world in mind. A famous American journalist Sidney J. Harris once said,

“The real danger is not that computers will begin to think like men, but that men will begin to think like computers.”

Computer and Internet specialists have to realize that they have gone so deep into their fields that they now can no longer see what the computer world looks like to a novice like myself. All this techno-jargon and hundreds of different types of software can be quite overwhelming to a normal person who just wants to take part in this new way of interacting with reality and society.

We’ve got to simplify if we want this awesome force to be integrated into our lives in its highest form. I know the Internet is growing at an incredible rate already. One only has to look at the example of India to see the incredible mark Information Technology has made. You can go into a tiny village that looks relatively the same as it has been for fifty years; the general infrastructure is shocking: broken traffic lights, decrepit buildings, power lines splaying out in chaotic patterns. But, something big has changed; each town now has a satellite dish, and an ISP connection (Internet Service Provider)! This is truly amazing. However I believe it is only the beginning of a new revolution that will arrive when we simplify the information and communication processes.

So what’s the special answer to the sacred question? Well, I haven’t got all the ideas, but I know of six billion human souls out there who I’m sure would have an opinion if you asked them. Find out what people really want and need. Recently I wrote an article on how great it would be if we could get our News from multiple sources instead of the one-to-many, top-down structure that feeds us so much negativity today. An opportunity to only read relevant News to the individual’s liking also sounds like a great project to take on. Wouldn’t it also be great if we could communicate easily with others of similar interests? E.g.: Finding the blogs and websites that interest us without having to search for days on end to find them!

These are just a couple ideas the software masters could approach to make the new revolution of collective consciousness and independent thinking a reality. I truly believe the Internet could be the gate of entry into a new dimension for the average citizen of Earth, a dimension that thrives on the sharing of knowledge from multiple perspectives, communication that involves everyone, and incredible access to individuals who you’ve always wanted to meet. Come on people, let’s get with the program! Humans are a resilient, powerful race of creatures; it’s time to duplicate all this energy we’ve put into producing technology and put it into making it easily used by the masses for positive means. The plant has grown into a tall healthy tree, now it’s time to harvest the fruit of all our labor.

About The Author

Jesse S. Somer

http://www.m6.net

Jesse S. Somer is a simple humanoid attempting to help bring the separate worlds of social consciousness and technology into the ‘one world’ it is destined to become.

Check out his personal humanistic/philosophical blog: www.thepowerofeverythingthatis.com

Technorati Tags: opinion news

• 
  The Tree of Life
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  Jesus, said he came to give us life and that abundantly. This article speaks to this form of “life” that we have been offered and yet seem incapable of accepting and experiencing.

• 
  Desperate Times, Desperate Measures!
  
  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
• 
  What’s a Hero?
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  A look at the overuse and misuse of the word, “Hero.” Everyone seems to be a hero today, which is an insult to the true heroes in our world.

• 
  Is There a “Hell?”
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  As believers, we cannot profess to believe that there is a literal “hell” and eternal separation from God (for those who don’t believe in this age) and then say we believe in God’s sovereignty, love, grace and will. It is a contradiction at best, in my estimation! We can’t hold to both of these premises, because they are not compatible.

• 
  Suffering and Enduring
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  A look at how enduring difficulties, or suffering, can enhance our lives and walk with God. This is a difficult issue, since we live in a world obsessed with having what we want, when we want it!

• 
  The Church
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  The word, “Church” has come to mean something totally different than God’s original intent. The Body of Christ, or church, was never intended to be divided as it is today.

• 
  Authentic Fellowship
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  A look at the modern form of Christian fellowship and how it differs from what Jesus and his disciples had. There is too much emphasis placed on fellowship today, as opposed to discerning or being led by the spirit of God.

• 
  Sin and Legalism
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  Many are kept from God’s truth by those who don’t understand God’s grace and love. The emphasis on sinning, or legalism, is contradictory to the teachings and life of Christ.

• 
  God’s Sovereignty
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  Much of Christendom seems to deny God’s sovereignty. Above all else, we must understand that God is sovereign and in all ways.

• 
  Justification by Faith
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  We are justified by faith alone, so says Paul, the apostle. We cannot work our way into God’s favor or salvation, only faith in God’s son will make us justified in God’s eyes.

• 
  God’s Grace
  

  [Self-Improvement:Spirituality]
  A short article dealing with the subject of God’s grace. It’s through the grace of God that we have salvation in Christ.

• 
  “The Good Old Days”
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  “A long time ago and in a distant lifetime, far, far away,” I would sit and listen as my parents and grandparents spoke of “the good old days.” As I listened, I can remember rolling my eyes in my head and thinking, cynically, “Yeah, the good old days, when we had depressions, world wars and there wasn’t even television!” Now, as I close in on the ripe old age of sixty, I find myself thinking and sounding very much like my parents and grandparents, even though I never experienced “the (real) good old days!”

1f74

• 
  Praise God! The Farce is Almost Over!
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  An article that expresses my views on the current presidential campaign. A prayer by a misguided and confused minister, on behalf of the McCain campaign, is just one of many reasons why I have felt compelled to take a political stand, as opposed to remaining neutral.

• 
  He Who Has an Ear
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  A brief examination of Revelation, Chapter 3. The prophecy, in particular, to the church in Laodicea seems to describe the current state of organized Christianity.

• 
  Integrity and Politics
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  An article that looks at our political process through the lenses of honesty and integrity. Two quotes, by Socrates and Logan Pearsall Smith, seem to confirm my less than flattering view of our political process.

• 
  Baby-Boomers – “Why So Glum?”
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  Why are baby-boomers so glum? As a baby-boomer, I point out five, major reasons why my generation has a dismal outlook on life.

• 
  Seeking God Outside of the Tradition
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  An article about my spiritual journey, over the past eight years. Leaving the traditional church has been a challenge for me and very difficult at points, but the spiritual rewards, in the long run, have been worth it!

• 
  Progressive Christianity
  

  [News-and-Society:Religion]
  An article that examines “Progressive” Christianity and its emphasis on the intellectual pursuit of God. In my opinion, the cognitive cannot be separated from the affective when seeking God, and Progressive Christians evidently don’t understand this.

• 
  Evolution and “Modern Eugenics”
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  An overview of the theories of evolution and eugenics. A look at how Modern eugenics came to be, and the affect that both theories have had on the world, over the past century.

• 
  Political Action Or Political Maneuvering?
  

  [News-and-Society:Politics]
  A look at the political posturing and maneuvering of the McCain campaign in response to the economic crisis. McCain, has moved 180 degrees from his position on the economy, in just the last nine days. Now, he has suspended his campaign and just two days before the first presidential debate.

• 
  Corporate America & Wall Street – The Latest Terrorist Threat! (Part 2)
  

  [News-and-Society:Politics]
  This article continues to look at the failure of our government to protect the American people from the corporations greed and corrupt actions. The deregulation that began with the Regan administration and came to a head in 1998 with the deregulating of banks has led to our current financial crisis.

• 
  Corporate America & Wall Street – The Latest Terrorist Threat! (Part 1)
  

  [News-and-Society:Politics]
  The first of two articles which deal with the economic crisis facing our country. Most Americans really don’t understand the way our economy works and all the political and corporate wheeling and dealing that goes on behind the scenes. This places us at a great disadvantage when we choose a presidential candidate.

• 
  Who Can We, “The People,” Trust?
  

  [News-and-Society:Politics]
  This article looks at the dishonesty which is evident among the presidential candidates. The candidates unwillingness to address questions from the press and the same old rhetoric makes it clear that the candidates are not ready to lead this country. This leaves Americans with the question, “Who can we trust?”

• 
  Is War a Game to Be Won?
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  A look at the obnoxious view, by our government and many Americans, that winning the war in Iraq is the most important thing. War is not a football game and shouldn’t be treated as one!

• 
  The Experience of the Mysterious
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  A look at Einstein’s views about God, the universe and creation from a scientist’s perspective. Einstein, never seemed to lose track, in his knowledge and brilliance, of the beautiful and mysterious (unknowable) aspects of the creation.

• 
  Politics As Usual!
  

  [News-and-Society:Politics]
  I had intended to remain neutral in my opinions and postings on the presidential campaign, since I don’t believe either candidate is much of a choice. But, with the article below and the Bill O’Reilly attack on Obama last night, I have changed my mind.

• 
  Callous Corporate America
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  I saw an automobile commercial this evening that really speaks, in my estimation, to the callous and insensitive nature of corporate America. This commercial featured several robots playing a game that was a cross between football, hockey and basketball. The game was taking place as these robots assembled one of the manufacturer’s more expensive models.

• 
  The Fine and Performing Arts & Education
  

  [Reference-and-Education]
  A look at the positive affect that art education has on the rest of the curriculum. Art should be at the center of an effective educational process, instead of having to fight every year just to remain in the curriculum.

• 
  Educational Process & Product
  

  [
  19b3
  Reference-and-Education]
  An article showing the importance of educational process over product (testing scores, outcomes). An affective teaching process can not only enhance the students ability to learn but can also motivate the student to want to learn and become more creative.

• 
  Public Education & Homeschooling
  

  [Reference-and-Education:Home-Schooling]
  A look at why many parents are choosing to home-school their children. Many parents-today-sense that their children will not receive an adequate education in our public schools. Our education system also seems to ignore the values of parents and violence occurs in our schools almost every day, so more and more families are choosing to take control of their children’s education.

• 
  A Special Place
  

  [Travel-and-Leisure]
  The beauty and peace of Montreux, Switzerland, Lake Geneva and the French and Swiss Alps. My memories of the mountains, lake, city and people of Montreux and how all of this affected my life.

• 
  American Justice?
  

  [News-and-Society:Pure-Opinion]
  A look at how the corporate news media affects the American justice system by acting as prosecutor, jury and judge. The corruption of our justice system in the name of corporate arrogance, self righteousness and greed.

Technorati Tags: opinion news

Visiting an online casino is much more convenient than spending hours in a brick and mortar establishment, and the sense of comfort and anonymity granted by gambling at home is desirable. The issue with online gambling is that it is such a new industry that it is hard to sift through the sludge of scam sites and lobbyists to find safe and fun gaming. An online casino is supposed to be fun, but many companies have exploited the entire process.

This has not stopped the trend’s rise in Asia, however, as more and more flock to one site or another. Around the world fever has taken hold, and those who have found reputable sites have actually begun to see a great return. Just like gaming offline, if you’ve got just the right mix of skill and luck, you can win big. Poker, obviously, is one of the most popular games within the online world. Other options also exist for those who are more inclined to slot-machine type games or even more.

The newest gambling trend in Asia has taken foot in the mobile market. Devices such as smartphones and iPads are the new target for many industries, and online gambling is not going to be left behind. This explosive growth is fantastic for the online casinos of course, but it may also be just what a global economy needs. So long as those companies within this industry keep themselves in check.

Technorati Tags: online casino

Dressing is the first thing that a girly will notice, so dress appropriately and add your own unique touch to your clothes that will tell her that you are a leader and not a follower. Hang around with fat and ugly guys. This will make you look like prince charming to her, and yeah behave well. Pick up interesting topics to talk about, be careful to listen when she is talking since girls like intelligent guys, and make sure to read the economist before your next night out. Try not to be too interested in a totally decked up girl behind whom every eye in the club is, instead just go on doing your own business and tell the other girls in the club know that you have had your share of experience with those kind of hot chicks. Appear as if your are very interested in something an busy with focusing on it, this will tell her that you are smart and very emotional, girls like emotional guys. Try to get out of your way to be useful to that girl or anyone else for that matter. This is sure to get attention in a crowed every man for himself club.

Dressing is the first thing that a girly will notice, so dress appropriately and add your own unique touch to your clothes that will tell her that you are a leader and not a follower. Hang around with fat and ugly guys. This will make you look like prince charming to her, and yeah behave well. Pick up interesting topics to talk about, be careful to listen when she is talking since girls like intelligent guys, and make sure to read the economist before your next night out. Try not to be too interested in a totally decked up girl behind whom every eye in the club is, instead just go on doing your own business and tell the other girls in the club know that you have had your share of experience with those kind of hot chicks. Appear as if your are very interested in something an busy with focusing on it, this will tell her that you are smart and very emotional, girls like emotional guys. Try to get out of your way to be useful to that girl or anyone else for that matter. This is sure to get attention in a crowed every man for himself club.

There is a simple rule for losing weight: you must burn more calories than you eat. This simple but golden rule has two ways of execution. One, you should BURN more calories than you eat. Two, you must eat LESS calories than you burn. Now this leaves you to two choices, either you have to get engaged in to such activities that burn a lot of calories or you must follow a strict diet plan which provides you a low calories life-style.

Now it depends on you which method is easier to you. Do you like you get engaged in activities like exercises or weight training at home or going to a gym so that you burn a lot of calories? Or are you more comfortable in controlling your food habit. Remember, you are what you eat. Diet is an easier path. Here is the reason why.

Diet is a food plan that tells you what you eat and what not eat. Even if you do work-out, you must maintain a diet plan to get the best results. It means you have two choices here: diet + work-out and only diet. By controlling what you eat, you develop more confidence which gives a far better result in the long run. Exercises are difficult to continue if you have a hectic schedule or must move places for your work.

Get a diet plan which is full of low-calorie food and a lot fiber with fruits and vegetables. Try to avoid processed food as much as feasible. Stay away from fried things and drink gallons of water. Within days you will start feeling light for sure.

Technorati Tags: diet, exercise. how to, lose weighi, pounds

Never imitate K-Fed: He is definitely the image of dependable fathering. However, it is strongly recommended not to wear a tank top in public. It definitely makes you look like an idiot.

Wash your underwear regularly: There is one reason why many prefer white under garments as it can be bleached, which helps kill all the germs pretty fast. Even if you prefer wearing colorful ones, make sure you wash them on high temperature, 150F to 160F.

Never tuck the vest in the underwear: It looks silly and creates a horrible impression on women. By no means, keep it tucked. Keep it on the underwear.

Never wear dark colored undershirts beneath a light one: Unlike a black bra peeping off a white shirt, a dark undershirt visible through a light colored shirt is not sexy at all. It is recommended not to show your undershirt even through a short sleeved shirt as well.

Do not wear boxers if you are wearing pants made of fine wool: It is true that some boxers do not get bunched up while sitting down but there are some that do. It is best recommended to go for briefs to as they promote a better appearance.

Never use cotton underpants during work out: it not only shows sloppy disrespect for your performance but suggests perverse delight for your body during the work out. It is highly recommended to go for jockstraps while doing work out.

It is very important before one begins his financial planning by figuring out his net-worth. It can be calculated by totaling the assets of everything he owns and subtracting it with the liabilities or its subjective value. To calculate ones net worth and for many more financial purposes, the online softwares like MSN money, Quicken and Yodlee Money Centre can be of great use. These are simple yet effective financial managing software that help in tracking the net worth of an individual.

Another valid tip is that at least 12 percent of what a person earns should be saved before tax, this will give him enough money to spend his retirement.

Loans for homes and education should be taken unhesitatingly and loans on credit card auto loan should be avoided, since the purchase of homes and education increases ones wealth and not owning automobiles, since they lose value.

Investing in financial markets is considered to be the best way to increase ones financial position, but before one goes into the world of financial dealings, it has to be studied and carefully observed before taking the plunge.

Computers handle a wide variety of information technology, from systems networking to programming and forensics. For those interested in an IT degree, there are many to choose from. Aim for something that you enjoy doing and find your specialty. You’ll need to understand computers like the back of your hand, as well as most of the software that is used in businesses. Many people who earn an IT degree end up working in tech-support, fixing any problems that come up in the offices of big businesses or even in the military.

Going into web design is similar, but is based more on creativity and art ability. If you’re pursuing a web design degree, you’ll have to learn to use programs like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash. Once you know how to use these programs, you can make a living designing business logos, product labels, websites, software graphics and more.

Whichever field you are interested in, a technical or artistic IT degree from an online college can give you the freedom to do everything at your own pace and on your own schedule — unlike conventional colleges with scheduled on-campus classes. Many online colleges like DePaul University and Hofstra University Online offer well-respected IT degrees. When you finish earning your degree and are ready to go to work, entry level jobs can pay as much as $50,000 a year.

Technorati Tags: Education, IT, online education