Often, we take for granted a lot of things in our life. We only appreciate people and things when they're gone. But it shouldn't always be the case. While things are still around, we can show that we're thankful to them. To our family, friends, and other loved ones, we could say our thanks as a sign of our appreciation. Giving gifts is something that we could do too. That's because, in this life, we are happier when we give and receive. It has to be a two-way process. If we can't thank people directly, we could always show our gratefulness through other means. One of the ways we could do that is by paying it forward. Kindness to others often works wonders for the world. Whatever it is that you received, at some point, be thankful for it. It's not all about getting the good stuff. Be grateful for enduring some troubles in your life too. Because that which does not kill you often makes you stronger and you're a better person now because of the trials that you

One of the things that I want to focus on this 2021 is learning how to better defend myself. Because of civil unrest and people's desperation, folks may turn against one another. It's completely natural, though, as often folks prioritize their survival over others. You don't know what's going to happen so it would be best to be careful. In the news, there are riots going on. So, with that in mind, it's better to be prepared for anything at all. This means that it's important to be ready if ever someone takes advantage of you. Since you don't know who's got the will to do bad deeds, it pays to be a bit suspicious of everyone somehow. This doesn't mean that you must have a serious paranoia. Rather, it would be ideal to be cautious as a person. As part of my preparation, I plan on studying punching and kicking in general. I plan on exploring the different kinds and pick the best ones to use. This also implies that I don't intend to be tied down to a