Beware of criticism without solutions

It's easy to criticize and dismantle flawed systems. It's hard to come up with solutions, and even harder to come up with realistic solutions that we can implement as individuals - that are within our control, and that are meaningful.

Sometimes the people condemning failing systems mean well and simply don't know how to solve a problem. Sometimes they're too lazy to come up with a solution. And sometimes, their solution is for you to a purchase a product or do something that they want. In other words - their "solution" is just a manipulative attempt to control you.

I'm going to do my best to present you with actionable, meaningful, individualized solutions to problems as I present them.

So the next time you read some doom and gloom news piece, stumble upon drama on social media, or hear some rumor of this or that - ask yourself: did they offer a solution? Are they trying to make the world a better place, or are they just spreading fear and negativity?

Where fear will enslave you, the truth will set you free.

Waking up to the true nature of reality is hard work, but in the end, it lets us lead better lives. We can only relate to one another through reality. We can only enact meaningful change if we understand the nature of things.

That's what childhood is all about: figuring out how the world works so that we can accomplish what we want. From a baby fitting a piece in a puzzle, to an adult saving up for retirement, we can only succeed at our goals if we have a clear view of how things work.

So here's a solution for today: if you've been on a steady diet of doom and gloom; If you've been plugged into the matrix, and it's been ruining your mood - disconnect! Turn off your phone for a whole day. Set time aside for yourself, do something that makes you happy, and stop listening to the preachers of hate on the airwaves.