[applause] A few years ago, a friend of mine, Sarah, got good news. Her mother had found a new partner. The mother had lost her husband a year before, so she was very happy to find a new soulmate. Frank was handsome, 10 years below her, and rather well off. He was perfect. He was a good listener, attentive and caring, and he showered her with love and compliments. But Frank wasn't perfect. Sarah sensed that something was wrong, and she was right. Frank was a fiction created by online scammers. So Sarah told ...

A Republican state lawmaker is drawing a new line over Trump's rhetoric. Indiana State Senator Michael Bahhatic says he will vote against a White Housebacked redistricting plan because of the president's use of a slur against individuals with intellectual disabilities. Trump made the comment in a truth social post last week using the derogatory word to describe Minnesota Governor Tim Walls.Bahhatek then wrote, quote, "Those of you who don't know me or my family might not know that my daughter has Down syndr ...

[Applause] I'm going to begin this speech by recounting a story I heard from philosophy grad online. One day, his professor gave him and his students two hours to justify all of their long-held beliefs. Beliefs that they would die on a hill for.He then prevented he then proceeded to logically dismantle each and every single one of them. It was grueling. Imagine having to hear aha that's a bandwagon fallacy when saying something as simple as I like democracy.Not fun. But you might be wondering whether there ...

Rhetoric often relies on rhythm and pauses for emphasis and meaning: few actors race through the soliloquies in “Hamlet”, for instance. Yet for many, to speed or not to speed is no longer a question https://t.co/T3ELz9gPLr ...

Rhetoric and Communication - Rhetoric encompasses argument and communication, influencing interactions and internal beliefs [1] - Stereotypes, while often negative, can offer insights into ourselves, others, and communities [1] - Communication occurs constantly, intentionally or unintentionally, through various means like clothing [1] Tattoo Culture and Societal Perceptions - Tattoo stigma has decreased significantly over the past 20 years [1] - Throughout much of the 20th century, tattoos were illegal in America, with New York legalizing them in 1997 and Oklahoma in 2007 [3] - Historically, tattooed women were often associated with the circus, freak shows, or sex work [3] - Stereotypes are tools that can be used for good or bad, and it's important to be aware of how they influence us [3] Understanding and Intentionality - Knowing your audience is crucial for effective communication, requiring understanding without necessarily agreeing [3] - Self-awareness is equally important, necessitating introspection about one's own thoughts and beliefs [3] - Living life "on purpose" involves waking up and living intentionally, requiring thoughtful intent [4][5]