The #CapitolRiots of last week will transcend our time and will likely be referred to as the “Electoral Rebellion of 2021.” Think Whiskey Rebellion, where President Washington had to send troops into a state to quell a revolt.
It is a grocery store clerk mantra I typically hear as my groceries are being scanned and bagged. And, I am tired of it. I want to be surprised-tickled pink by what I found I was not looking for. Don’t give me mundane, functionally accurate, and “good enough.”
How do we ease the tension and anxiety without making ourselves feel worse? Food seems to be a natural. And it can be if we adjust our behavior and the ingredients in our comfort foods. It’s doable when you keep a few points in mind.
People love the new year for the sense of renewal and a fresh start. Think about how to make the most of your time, talents, and resources. What will make the most sense for you, increases your happiness factor, and focus on where you want to be in a year?
1. Vaccine Hesitancy, 2. Virus Mutation, 3. Cyber War, 4. Protracted Congressional Fighting, 5. Credit Crunch. The combination of 1 & 2 will be tragic. But if accompanied by 3,4 or 5, then the optimism for the economy will shift down significantly.
