

National Compliment Your Mirror Day Meets the Mirror Image Rule
July 3 is National Compliment Your Mirror Day, a day that encourages us to practice positive affirmations. Looking in the mirror and reminding yourself, "I've prepared for this," "I can do hard things," or "I belong here," may seem a little awkward at first, but research suggests that positive affirmations can help reduce stress, improve confidence, boost motivation, and encourage more positive thinking. While affirmations are not a magic solution, they can be a helpful part

Tommy Sangchompuphen
2 days ago2 min read


You Can't Appeal Every Call
Yesterday, the United States Men's National Team advanced in the FIFA World Cup. But the victory came at a cost. Forward Folarin Balogun received a red card that many believed was undeserved. Fans questioned the decision. Commentators debated it. The U.S. coaching staff clearly disagreed with the referee's call. But none of that changed the outcome. Under FIFA's rules, the automatic one-match suspension resulting from the red card could not be appealed. Whether the referee go

Tommy Sangchompuphen
3 days ago2 min read