Adding another negative to your list doesn't result in a positive outcome; it simply adds to the existing negatives. It is crucial to choose a candidate who embodies your values and shares your vision for the future. Take the time to meticulously ponder your decision, putting aside any emotional biases and tuning out the sensationalism. Vote with your conscience, ensuring that your choice advocates for your future and the well-being of future generations, including your children. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant." #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734 #vote

I'm one of the luckiest immigrants. I'm one of the luckiest immigrants who have not only made it to America but also thrived here. Let me elaborate. Very few immigrants manage to escape their country and survive the challenges that come with it, let alone live to share their experiences. Relocating to a new country is a profound and life-altering journey that presents individuals with many difficulties and triumphs. Astonishingly, immigrants who have followed proper legal procedures have greatly enhanced American society with the rich tapestry of their unique cultures, time-honored traditions, and diverse viewpoints. Despite the formidable challenges they encounter along the way, immigrants exhibit extraordinary levels of perseverance and resolve. It is not merely essential but incumbent upon us to acknowledge and exalt their invaluable contributions to America. Let's commemorate their accomplishments and demonstrate our unwavering support through every conceivable means. Immigrants from all walks of life have brought immeasurable potential and worth to the United States. By recognizing their exceptional achievements, we can wholeheartedly embrace their distinctive perspectives and talents and labor collectively toward fashioning a more promising future for all. Marc Boyajian, author of my story "The Immigrant." #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

Make sure you vote for the candidate who aligns with your values and vision for the future. Take the time to carefully consider your decision, setting aside any emotional influences and looking past the sensationalism. Vote according to your conscience, ensuring that your choice supports your future and the well-being of future generations, including your children. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant." #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

Your vote is not just a right; it's a responsibility.

Remember, your vote is not just a right; it's a responsibility. You're not just casting your vote but shaping the future and ensuring your right to express dissatisfaction later. It's a straightforward principle of responsibility and power, and you play a crucial role in it! Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant." #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

Vote! Vote! Vote! Remember the importance of voting! The right to vote is a valuable opportunity many people in other countries desire but cannot practice. When you exercise your vote, you are protecting your rights, expressing your views, and upholding the democracy that your forebears worked tirelessly to build. It's essential not to refrain from voting because, while it was challenging to secure these rights, it's much easier to lose them if we don't actively safeguard and maintain them. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant." #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/25an7w7g

Women, Taxes, and Death They say that death and taxes are unavoidable in life, but being born to a woman is much more definite. Without a woman, you would not be here to pay taxes, live your life, and eventually return to your creator. Without a woman, one would be unable to be a son, father, brother, or husband. So, we should value and respect women because we would not exist without them. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant". hashtag#books hashtag#men hashtag#theimmigrant hashtag#women hashtag#man hashtag#woman hashtag#everyone hashtag#reader hashtag#book hashtag#immigrant hashtag#reading hashtag#bookworm hashtag#bookish hashtag#booktoker hashtag#bookclub hashtag#writer hashtag#immigration hashtag#immigrants hashtag#radicalism hashtag#religion hashtag#terrorism @ followers @highlight https://lnkd.in/gcX-AgwY

Kindness vs. Meanness When faced with an adversary who behaves poorly, respond by extending kindness. As they continue to misbehave, double down on your kindness. By doing so, you make it increasingly difficult for them to elevate themselves. Ultimately, your unwavering kindness will lead to your victory. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant". #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight

The things we take for granted as Americans are often things that people in other countries would risk their lives for. The luxuries that we often take for granted as Americans are not just privileges but a testament to the value of the American experience. It's disheartening to witness some Americans perceive the United States with the same level of despair as someone considering ending their own life due to struggles and letdowns. To truly grasp the full extent of what America has to offer, individuals should have the experience of living outside the country, not as tourists with abundant financial resources, but as someone striving to make a living under different governmental systems. This firsthand encounter helps individuals comprehend why so many people, despite the multitude of risks involved, endeavor to immigrate to America rather than the other way around. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant". #books #men #theimmigrant #women #man #woman #everyone #reader #book #immigrant #reading #bookworm #bookish #booktoker #bookclub #writer #immigration #immigrants #radicalism #religion #terrorism @ followers @highlight https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

Brains alone won't cut it! The interconnectedness of all components makes every individual's role so important in any system. When approaching life as a single person, one is responsible for managing all aspects, similar to the varied functions of the body's head, neck, and limbs. In the context of marriage, one might see oneself as the head of the household, recognizing one's spouse as the neck, providing essential support and direction. Expanding this analogy to a broader community or organization illustrates a hierarchical structure, with leaders at the top, decision-makers in the middle, and individuals carrying out tasks at the base, each playing a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations. This comparison extends further to government, with the head (the president), the neck (the congress), and the limbs (the government agencies and employees), highlighting the interconnectedness and interdependence of all components. Understanding the indispensable role of each part in the entire system is vital. Even the most influential leaders can only function effectively with every component's mutual support and contributions, underscoring the importance of every individual's role in the system's functioning. This family-type structure is reflected in the corporate world as well, where a CEO or president relies on the efforts of every employee, regardless of their role, as all contribute to the successful functioning of the organization. The interconnectedness of all components makes every individual's role so important in any system. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" # immigrant # books # men # women # man # woman https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

The major religions of the world often share fundamental teachings. The major religions of the world often share fundamental teachings. Despite their apparent differences, they emphasize common moral and ethical principles such as compassion, kindness, and justice. Moreover, the belief in the consequences of actions, whether in the form of heaven and hell, karma, or reincarnation, is a recurring theme across various religions. Additionally, rituals and prayers for the deceased offer believers a sense of continuity beyond this life, providing comfort and hope in times of loss. Unscrupulous leaders seek to manipulate and distort teachings for their own personal gain. They take advantage of their followers' naivety to further their own agendas. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" # immigrant # books # men # women # man # woman https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

How low can they go? Particularly those in positions of authority! "It is appalling to witness the extent to which certain individuals, particularly those in positions of authority, are willing to go unchecked and escape accountability for their reprehensible actions. Their behavior is marked by an unending wellspring of deceit, with baseless accusations being the norm rather than the exception. We must take decisive action to hold these individuals accountable and end their damaging conduct." Fortunately, in our current country, we can take action, unlike in other nations where a dictatorship or autocracy may exist. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #books #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

You attract more bees with honey. The saying "You attract more bees with honey and more flies with crap" may be overused, but its message is timeless. Kind words are like honey - they never lose sweetness and continue attracting positive attention. On the other hand, negative words are like garbage that repels others and can have a lasting impact. So, always consider what you're saying, as it will determine the type of response you receive. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #books #men #women #man #woman @everyone #everyone https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

Before you start complaining, take a moment to count your blessings

Before you start complaining, take a moment to count your blessings! Before we start being critical, let's take a moment to appreciate the positives in our lives. It's all too easy to focus on what we lack and to covet what others have. However, when we honestly examine our complaints, they often reveal their emptiness upon closer scrutiny. One should give the same level of consideration to our admiration of other countries, especially those with autocratic governments. Though they may seem alluring from a distance, it's essential to ask ourselves a critical question: which country has more people willing to risk their lives to migrate to, and why? Before advocating for an autocratic government for our own country, I suggest spending a significant amount of time there to understand the realities of daily life. This experience will shed light on the fact that not every citizen in those countries is privileged. By gaining this firsthand understanding, we can engage in more well-informed discussions about the merits of different governance systems, whether democracy or autocracy. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant"  #immigrant #books #men #women #man #woman @everyone #everyone https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

You only die once You only die once; you live with every beat of your heart! You have only one opportunity to experience death, but every beat of your heart presents a unique chance to embrace life authentically. It's crucial to live by drawing wisdom from past encounters, seizing the present moment as productively as possible, and setting the stage for a brighter future. Regrettably, many individuals fixate on past hardships, squander the present by fixating on the future, and overlook the gift of today. Keep in mind that you are alive every day, with every heartbeat. Please make the most of each moment and live it fully because we only get one chance at life. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #books #men #women #man #woman @everyone #everyone https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

Deceit vs. Truth When you choose to deceive, you set in motion a chain of falsehoods that require constant maintenance and further deception. However, when you speak the truth, it stands independently, requiring no added layers of deceit. The truth is a straightforward and uncomplicated foundation. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #books #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/23zvju2t

Quitting or persevering Striking a delicate balance between perseverance, which involves persisting in the face of obstacles, and knowing when to call it quits, which requires recognizing when to change course, is a fundamental challenge in both personal and professional pursuits. This balance is not just important; it's crucial for making prudent decisions and attaining long-term success. You might have a goal you're striving for and be willing to go to great lengths to achieve it, but setting boundaries for yourself is more important than the goal itself. It's about pushing yourself without sacrificing everything for something impossible, knowing when to stop. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

Positive vs. Negative One should never underestimate the power of positivity over negativity. A constructive attitude, demeanor, and behavior can be much more effective than negativity, leading to a more efficient and successful life. A positive outlook brings happiness, joy, and hope to those around you, while a negative attitude can make others feel downcast, hopeless, upset, and angry. Which would you instead embody or encounter? The power is in your hands to choose the path that leads to a happier and more optimistic life. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

When an individual disrespects someone, it doesn't result in earning their respect, and it doesn't win the respect of others either. Bullies, arrogant individuals, and those who feel entitled often resort to insulting those they interact with, believing it demonstrates their superiority and earns them loyalty and fear. However, this behavior actually diminishes their standing in society. Disrespect not only fails to earn respect, but it also damages relationships and creates a negative perception of their character. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

Identifying a bully and what to do about it! Understanding the various forms of bullying is not just important; it's crucial. It's the key to being informed and prepared. Bullying can take many forms, from verbal and nonverbal to psychological and physical abuse. Different types of bullies exhibit these behaviors, such as the blatantly insulting bully who uses harsh and belittling comments to establish dominance, the passive-aggressive bully who makes seemingly complimentary but insulting remarks, the scheming bully who undermines others subtly through gossip or exclusion, and the unintentional bully who makes unfiltered comments without realizing their impact. Knowing these forms can help you identify and handle bullying more effectively. If you find yourself dealing with a bully, here are some practical ways to handle the situation: Remember that maintaining composure is a powerful tool when faced with a bully. Reacting with anger can exacerbate the situation. Documenting everything is crucial. Recording bullying incidents, including dates, times, and details, is essential. Setting clear boundaries is a vital aspect of dealing with a bully. Communicate what behavior is unacceptable and stand firm. This can help in preventing further bullying. But remember, you're not alone. Seeking support is a valuable resource. Talking to a trusted friend, family member, or professional for advice and support can provide much-needed help. It's not a sign of weakness but a sign of strength to seek help when you need it. Lastly, reporting the behavior to a supervisor, HR, or another authority figure is essential if the bullying continues. It's important to remember that the bully's behavior reflects their issues, not yours. By focusing on maintaining your self-worth and seeking positive experiences, you can better cope with the emotional impact of bullying. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734

How we handle loss ultimately shapes our character. Loss is an unavoidable aspect of life. No one traverses life without grappling with some form of loss. It is a shared human experience that touches us all at some point. How we handle loss ultimately shapes our character. This understanding of the inevitability of loss is a universal truth that we all share. Some individuals glean wisdom from their losses, adapting their future actions to avoid repeating the experience. Others fixate on their losses, repeatedly revisiting the pain. Yet, some embrace their loss, acknowledging it as an inevitable part of life, releasing the burden, and moving forward. Marc Boyajian, author of "The Immigrant" #immigrant #men #women #man #woman https://tinyurl.com/28ytg734