River's Padlet by River Selda

Watson: An Outspoken Feminist

rivers62 — 2025-01-08 19:15:30 UTC

Emma Watson has been a role model to me since I was a little girl. The first time I watched Harry Potter, I absolutely loved it, and she instantly became one of my favourites! In grade six, we worked on an equality project, and Emma Watson was one of the people I chose to highlight. Since then, she has continued to inspire me with her dedication to creating a positive impact in the world, especially through her advocacy for equality and women's rights. As a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador, she launched the HeForShe campaign, encouraging men and boys to join the fight for gender equality. She has supported the Time’s Up movement, donating £1 million to the UK Justice and Equality Fund to combat sexual harassment. Her activism in Hollywood also highlights the need for equal pay and better representation for women in the film industry. Emma's relentless advocacy and impactful social work make her a true inspiration to me.

Bell Hooks: Champion of love and Justice

rivers62 — 2025-01-08 19:15:43 UTC

"Love is an action, never simply a feeling." This powerful quote by bell hooks resonates deeply with me. A renowned philosopher, bell hooks is known for her wholesome and genuine perspective on life. Her outlook is refreshingly real and filled with wisdom. This quote reminds me of the importance of following through with actions rather than relying solely on words. Too often, people make promises or say things they don’t truly commit to. For me, it’s essential to act on what you say, words mean little without action to back them up. This idea embodies what love and integrity should look like.

ODESSA FUGERE: The OG Baddie

rivers62 — 2025-01-10 18:35:54 UTC

Odessa is family—she's my sister. We've known each other forever, and she's at every family holiday dinner and party. She’s always there for me with the biggest heart, and I truly admire her. Odessa is one of the strongest girls I know, and I’m proud of her every single day for who she is and who she’s becoming. Growing up with her was the best! We had so much fun together all the time. My two younger brothers are also so lucky to have her as another amazing girl to look up to. I love her to death and feel so grateful that she’s in my life!

Soccer: More than a game

rivers62 — 2025-01-10 18:36:46 UTC

Soccer has been a part of my daily routine since I was little. It has been essential for both my mental and physical health. The sport teaches the importance of teamwork, effective communication, and how to support and uplift one another. Failure is a natural part of sports, and over the years, playing soccer has taught me how to react to it and grow stronger as a result.

Forrest Gump: A Story of Resilience and Heart

rivers62 — 2025-01-10 18:52:03 UTC

This iconic line from Forrest Gump perfectly captures the unpredictable journey of life. Watching this movie always fills me with a mix of emotions—it makes me want to cry, laugh, and even throw up all at once. I absolutely love it! Forrest Gump has a way of reminding us to appreciate the simple joys in life and to live in the moment. It teaches that life doesn’t have to be as complicated as we make it; sometimes, we just need to roll with the punches and embrace whatever comes our way.

Head strong: Optimizing Brain Performance

rivers62 — 2025-01-12 20:36:12 UTC

I signed this book out of the library a couple weeks ago, not really sure what to expect. Honesty such a good book it really adds these tools to your brain to help keep it high functioning. Dave Asprey explores how to optimize brain performance and longevity through biohacking techniques. Drawing on scientific research and his own experiences, he explains how to enhance mitochondrial function, to boost cognitive abilities, mental clarity, and energy levels. He outlines strategies such as upgrading diet, managing stress, improving sleep quality, and incorporating mindfulness to protect and rejuvenate the brain. He emphasizes how small lifestyle changes, like eating brain-boosting foods, avoiding environmental toxins, and practicing light therapy, can have a profound impact on mental health and overall well-being. I highly recommend reading this book!