#WCW

Hash tag. Woman. Crush. Wednesday.  It's everywhere isn't it? Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram, blah blah blah the list goes on.  I'm totally for it don't get me wrong.  If someone has a crush, then why can't they show it.  What is there to be ashamed of? Nothing. Hopefully.  However, some people don't like to participate in such things. Why? I'll tell you.  The whole #WCW with the Twitter handle attached to it of the crush might send up some red flags.  One reason being, what if that person is just super friend zoned? They could be crossing major boundaries.  But then again, you're never going to get to where you want to be if you don't take risks in life.  Reason #2 that person has a crush on someone who really doesn't know them all that well.  So many things could be a consequence of that.  Good or bad.  It's a toss up.  Maybe that's not the way to proclaim your feelings for that person.  Point being, take risks within reason.  If you see someone you find cute, pretty, attractive, whatever it may be, Go. For. It.  If you do actually have strong enough feelings, you will regret it.  Trust me on this I've been there.  I'm in a hole here trying to dig my way out.  I let the chance slip by.  Don't do that. I promised myself the next time I see her it will be a different story coming out of my mouth.  Be confident, be confident in everything you do.  Take control of the moment.  Take what you are longing for.

We're Back!!!

We've taken about a half of a year off, but WE'RE BACK!!!  Well, at least I am.  I can't speak for the rest of the contributors of the now "Mind Blog" family....However, I'm excited to get back to blogging because, well, it's just fun.  Anyways its great I see that we have over 2,500 views since we started this blog so yea...I think that's about it.  Hopefully daily segments, should definitely be at least one post a day.  And if you haven't noticed, this will not be formal writing, only because that's boring, right?

The Club

Dear world: We accept the fact that we had to sacrifice a whole life in your judgment for whatever it was we did wrong. But, we think you're crazy to judge us on you who we think we are. You see us as you want to see us: in the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions. But, what we found out is that each one of us is: a brain...a bum...a shy guy...a lover...a lady's man...a worker...a know-it-all...a shadow...and a nobody
Does that answer your question? Sincerely yours, The Club.

Ben's WTF Fact of the Day

The 535 Members of the U.S. Congress
(The current members)

36 have been accused of spousal abuse

7 have been arrested for fraud

19 have been accused of writing bad checks

117 have indirectly or directly bankrupted at least two businesses

3 have done time for assault

71 cannot get credit cards because of bad credit

14 have been arrested for drug related charges

8 have been arrested for shoplifting

21 are currently defendants in law suits

84 have been arrested for drunk driving in the last year

Ben's WTF Fact of the Day

The rapper Snoop Dog has an IQ of 147, which is considered that of a very gifted genius

That WOOOHOOO Feeling

Have you ever had that feeling where you just feel invincible? It's normal if you have. In fact if you haven't I would be extremely surprised.  It's a fun feeling. Makes you feel good doesn't it? It also gets you into trouble a lot if your not careful.  Don't worry though if it does get you in trouble because its part of life, it's a part of growing up. And it's bull shit if anyone bitches at you for living life and growing up. Not everyone is going to make the right decision all the time, in fact nobody is perfect so nobody will always make the right decision. But look at it this way, people that bitch have been there too, so they really have no room to talk.

Another thing I want to talk about is voicing your opinion. It's a lot of fun sometimes and it's a good way to defend yourself.  It's also a good way to express how you feel. Actually, it is probably the best way to express yourself. People are gonna deserve what you have to say and some might not. Again, it's how it is.  It's life. We are gonna say shit that we mean and somethings that we do not mean.  That's alright. Mistakes happen. You can always try to fix them. But don't let someone who pissed you off try to make you feel like shit because you yell at them if they deserve it.  It's a free country. We can say what we want. And we don't have to apologize.

So remember that who we are effects things in this world, but that doesn't mean that they we have to let them effect who we are.  Never let that happen.  Once you do then you're screwed. Just live your life like you normally would. Don't let others tell you what to do.  And don't let the world tell you what's wrong or what's right. You will know in your heart if its right or wrong.

Ben's WTF Fact of the Day

Female octopi eat the male octopus after sex, much like many species of spiders do

Now you Know

Covert Introverts

     Not everyone spends their free time at parties or nightclubs. Some people would rather stay at home and listen to music than go out with others. Rather than being proactive in meeting new friends, these people are content with spending most of the weekend in the comfort of their home. American society, mostly dominated by extroverts, often mislabels them as being antisocial, but that is not the case. Antisocial behavior is lack of all care or concern for other living beings. Those who pursue alone time are often not antisocial, but are actually introverted.
     Introverts are the exact opposite of extroverts. Unlike their counterparts who receive energy from others, introverts gain energy from being alone. Social activities drain introverted people, who then need to recharge. After prolonged human contact, those with introverted tendencies need to get away from people and participate in solo activities, such as watching TV, reading, listening to music, thinking, or even sleeping. This does not mean, however, that introverts have no friends. Instead of having numerous friends that they keep in contact with all the time, introverts have a few close people that they rely on. Even if an introvert enjoys large social gatherings, they must leave after a while because of their lack of energy. This is the same as when a basketball player must stop playing a game after minutes of sprinting, even if they truly want to continue. A major characteristic of introverts is their deep thought process, which makes them extremely cautious. Along with extroversion, introversion also lies on a scale.

High introversion: Those with high introversion have very limited amounts of energy for social activity. Normally, they stay to themselves and confide in only a few close friends. Very reserved, only making actions after examining the situation carefully.

Moderate introversion: People with moderate introversion can engage in social events for hours at a time, but require an hour or more of time alone to compose their thoughts. Usually have a small but close circle of friends, and enjoy parties in small doses.

Low introversion: Slightly introverted people may not seem to be introverted at all. While enjoying hours of social time or relaxing with friends, these introverts require little recharge time. More introspective and cautious than most extroverts.

Outgoing introverts may be the center of attention at parties, and may be especially gregarious and sociable. However, this is just a guise that hides the fact that they are actually losing energy.

*A certain distinction should be made about shyness versus introversion. Shyness is the fear of ridicule and embarrassment from social situations. Introversion is the type of personality that finds social events tiring.

Strengths:

     -cautious and deliberate, allowing for the avoidance of many mistakes

     -work well alone, formulating their own ideas

     -can entertain themselves when alone using their own thoughts

Weaknesses

     -over thinking leads to indecisiveness

     -do not share their thoughts easily in group settings, such as an office

     -may have difficulty voicing their own opinions

Ben's WTF Fact of the Day

The most used letter in the English language is "E" and the least used letter is "Q"

Ben's WTF Fact of the Day

More Monopoly money is printed each year than real money.

Now you Know