Seven Seconds Till Dawn @sevensecondstilldawn-blog - Tumblr Blog

Hi everyone! This is an illustrated guide I made as part of my co-admining work at The Middle Eastern Feminist on Facebook! It will be published there shortly. The technique that is displayed here is a genuine one used in psychology - I forgot the name and couldn’t find it again so if you know about it, feel free to tell me! Some could say: “Yes but you can use that technique for instances of harassment other than Islamophobic attacks!”, and my reply is: Sure! Please do so, it also works for other “types” of harassment of a lone person in a public space!! However I’m focusing on protecting Muslims here, as they have been very specific targets lately, and as a French Middle Eastern woman, I wanted to try and do something to raise awareness on how to help when such things happen before our eyes - that way one cannot say they “didn’t know what to do”! I’d like to insist on two things: 1) Do not, in any way, interact with the attacker. You must absolutely ignore them and focus entirely on the person being attacked! 2) Please make sure to always respect the wishes of the person you’re helping: whether they want you to leave quickly afterwards, or not! If you’re in a hurry escort them to a place where someone else can take over - call one of their friends, or one of yours, of if they want to, the police. It all depends on how they feel! For my fellow French-speakers: I will translate it in French and post it on my page as soon as I can :) Please don’t hesitate to share this guide as it could push a lot of people to overcome bystander syndrome!! Lots of love and stay safe!

sevensecondstilldawn-blog

I don’t blog about non-studyblr things, but this was worth the read.

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And This Is Why You Shouldn’t Get Sick In America

Many believe that the US healthcare system is the best in the world. Not so according to the World Health Organization’s ranking of the world’s health systems. The US doesn’t even rank in the top 25. It ranks 37th and is the most expensive in the world. I would argue that even if we had the best healthcare system in the world, what good is it, if no one can afford to access it.

Most companies are buying 60/40-policys for their employees these days, but even if you are lucky enough to have good insurance with 80/20-policy coverage, that 20 percent your responsible for can drive you right into bankruptcy as easily as the 60-40 policy given the cost of healthcare.

Insurance cost have been going up dramatically in the last two decades, long before the new Affordable Healthcare Act has taken affect, in some cases as much as 35% per year.

But have you noticed the latest trick the insurance companies have roll out?

Yes, Higher Deductible… most averaging $5,000 per year, per person, but I have seen some as high as $10,000 per year. For those of you that are wondering, this tactic is specifically designed too stop you from using your insurance. It reduces the insurance companies out of pocket liability by shift costs onto consumers, especially those dealing with chronic illness such as diabetes and arthritis. Consequently, because consumers can’t afford the deductible they will avoid necessary care to save money.

Although insurance companies are a problem, the real crook is the healthcare system it self. A corrupt and bloated system desperately in need of reform!

stammsternenstaub

OKAY SO I KNEW THAT TECHNICALLY IN AMERICA THAT YOU PAY FOR HEALTHCARE BUT LIKE THE IDEA IS SO BIZARRE TO ME THAT I’D NEVER CONSIDERED THAT YOU’D GET… A BILL?????? FOR BEING…. ILL?????????? I LITERALLY DON’T

stilljustkim

how can anaesthetic cost that much??

how is this legal??

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WHAT? And I thought having to pay £7 ($11.55) for stronger prescription allergy meds instead of £4 ($6.60) for the less effective store-brand ones was ridiculous.

keab42

You have to pay for the ambulance!?

edwardspoonhands

OK, I’m shocked by the prices, but all of the people from other countries who are just shocked that there ARE prices just make me so so sad.

This is so screwed up.

sidekickboywonder

“Can someone who’s awake give me a ride to the hospital? It’s an emergency, but I can’t afford the ambulance.”

Paraphrased social media blast one of my friends recently had to put out around 3 am local time. This is the country we live in that dares to call itself “developed.”

sevensecondstilldawn-blog

yo what the fuck you can buy a house in florida for the price of a back surgery what kind of bullshittery is this

The Signs - Wants & Needs

♈ ARIES:

Wants: To win. Excitement and adventure. To receive praise. To achieve greatness. To always have fun in life.

Needs: A varied routine. To accept defeat gracefully. To think before they act. To understand their weaknesses.

♉ TAURUS:

Wants: Peace and quiet. To be useful to others. To get away for a while. To do things in their own time.

Needs: A space for themselves. To vent anger in a healthy way. To notice when being taken advantage of.

♊ GEMINI:

Wants: To express all their thoughts. To release their inner child. To make new friends. To feel only happiness.

Needs: To slow down. A soul mate. A shoulder to cry on. Emotional intimacy. To be truly understood.

♋ CANCER:

Wants: Material comforts. To hide away. To rant about their troubles. A long lie-in. Less responsibilities.

Needs: To let things go. To remove their guilt. A good laugh. Frugality. Someone who will sit and listen.

♌ LEO:

Wants: Devotion. To be remembered. To be pampered and spoiled. To make people laugh. To be complimented.

Needs: Kindness. To learn to love themselves without other people's flattery. Loyal friends who won't flake out.

♍ VIRGO:

Wants: To prove their intelligence. A peaceful lifestyle. An organised plan. To be classy. To have a snappy comeback.

Needs: To admit when they need help from others. To understand nobody's perfect. To be spontaneous sometimes.

♎ LIBRA:

Wants: Everybody to get along. To be told what to do. To avoid negativity and conflict. To procrastinate.

Needs: To take charge and make decisions. To do things now. To cut toxic relationships. To trust their own abilities.

♏ SCORPIO:

Wants: To give a good impression. Intimacy. To be in control. To keep secrets. To be mature and respected.

Needs: To stop stifling themselves. Body acceptance. A physical outlet. To admit they are wrong sometimes.

♐ SAGITTARIUS:

Wants: To prove themselves. Good stories to share. To be admired and praised. To never miss an opportunity.

Needs: To relax/meditate. A long hug. To find a balance between work and relations. To vent their frustrations.

♑ CAPRICORN:

Wants: To inspire. To share their wisdom. To play it safe. To be wealthy. To keep neutral opinions.

Needs: To take risks sometimes. To trust in others. To unlock their emotions. Someone/something to care for.

♒ AQUARIUS:

Wants: To be unique. To be independent. To have many different talents. To make good connections.

Needs: A helping hand. To shoulder less burdens. To take their ambitions steadily. A strong support system.

♓ PISCES:

Wants: Emotional support. A knight in shining armour. To escape. To daydream. To cry it all out.

Needs: Independence. To accept the truth. To voice their concerns. To focus. To build a stronger backbone.

#im a picses #this is true #amen

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