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SLIDE 7: THE BEGINNING OF BANKING Around 1120, Knights of the Templar helped Christian pilgrims’ sojourn toward Jerusalem and the Holy Land to escape Islamic rule. Knights of Templar, mean of all classes, were founded to protect the pilgrims. They believed in the religion of Christianity versus the divine right to rule. They started as an order, pious and devout and aimed to serve God. They began charging fees to hold valuables; that's how the corrupt banking practices started. SLIDE 11: EVOLUTION OF BANKING PRACTICES In 1694 the Bank of England began. They started the institutionalized practice of fractional reserve banking; they printed money to make more money, and the amount of gold they had in the bank was not as much as the amount of money they printed. In the war during 1797 when France wanted to exchange bills for gold, the Prime Minister suspended the payment of its own notes in gold for the very first time. This is according to their very own history. SLIDE 12 – 13: CURRENCY ACTS Colonies just wanted an honest money system that was honest and fair and not have banks taking cuts off every transaction, just to take the cut. What happens in 1781 in the United States, right after we gained our independence? The first central bank of the United States. Congress issued a charter. In 1811 when it came time to reissue the charter, Congress didn’t want to, but Nathan Rothschild threatened the US with a war, which was the war of 1812. With the help of Alexander Hamilton, a supporter of Rothschilds, we had the second bank. SLIDE 14: ANDREW JACKSON AND BANKING Andrew Jackson’s Presidency from 1829-1837. One of the most important things to remember is that Andrew Jackson fought the central banks and the Rothschilds central bank lost control during Jackson’s presidency, but did get it back with the Rutherford B. Hayes presidency. In 1862 the Greenbacks were issued to be the first United States official currency. In 1863 the National Banking Act purported to nationalize the currency. The Greenbacks were issued to finance the Civil war. President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. SLIDE 15 – 16: THE ROTHSCHILDS INFLUENCE These wars became very lucrative. In 1862 the Greenbacks were issued to be the first United States official currency. In 1863 the National Banking Act purported to nationalize the currency. The Greenbacks were issued to finance the Civil war. President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865. SLIDE 17: The 19th Century Wars and Banks During the time after the collapse of the 2nd bank, Central banking moved to private banks; fractional reserves were still a practice, but were throttled by government practices. SLIDE 18: Federal Reserve Act of 1913 Federal Reserve was drafted in 1910 in Georgia on Jekyll Island (a private island belonging to J.P. Morgan) 1913 Europe banker formed the 3rd central bank to control the US. Reps from Wallstreet and Europe schemed together to destroy smaller banks or at least cap their ability to become competition. They had four goals; all they needed was for Congress to agree. • The four goals of the Federal Reserve are: • 1. stop competition, • 2. print money and lend, • 3. protect against bank runs, • 4. get taxpayers to cover bank failures. SLIDE 19: 1900s (20th Century) Military, War, Banks, Bailouts Banks make incredible amounts of money during war time. SLIDE 20: IRON MOUNTAIN The 1966-7 Report from Iron Mountain was supposedly a government-sponsored think-tank study whose purpose was to analyze methods by which a government could perpetuate itself in power—which meant it would basically, how basically to control its citizens and prevent them from rebelling. SLIDE 21: BRETTON WOODS, PRESIDENT JFK, 1971 NIXON REMOVES US FROM GOLD STANDARD After WWII, the allies (Great Britain, Soviet Union and the United States were the economic powers met at Bretton Woods, so US would become the world reserve currency of the world (1945), on 2 conditions that the US wouldn't overprint money and that the dollars could be redeemed for $35 per gold ounce. 1963, JFK wrote EO 1110 ordering the treasury to issue a United States note not from the fed (backed by silver) $4.5 billion dollars was circulated but he was assassinated 5 months later. All notes destroyed. John McCloy President of Chase Manhattan Bank named to Warren Commission to investigate murder. SLIDE 22: SADDAM HUSSEIN AND MUAMMAR GADDAFI’S CRIMES? Iraq wanted to sell their oil in Euros. UN approved. 2003 Saddam Hussein hung. Libya Muammar Gaddafi instituted a state-owned central bank (Gold Dinar), undermined the global dollar reserve, so he was killed after Libya invaded. Just a note, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Iran, Venezuela were all not a part of the central banking system and the BIS and they are all targets.

Ever feel as though your life was missing something? Do you feel sometimes that life is like the experience of excitedly ripping open a huge beautifully wrapped box that you realize is empty? Ever feel like all you're trying to do is survive to the end, like the promises of a good life is one big fat lie? If so, Project 28 is for you. I spent decades trying to fill an indescribable void. I wanted to do something big. I wanted to be a contribution to the ones I love, but it never quite worked out like I wanted. I'd get on a good path, then get derailed. Sometimes, I was the one doing the derailing. I knew I was doing it too, but it was as though an imposter was inside my body and had control over the real me. I wavered back and forth and up and down like on a seesaw. For long periods of time I'd get frustrated with the pursuit of happiness, I'd just give up. Then, something would rejuvenate me, and I'd get inspired to start again, only to end up in the same spot. After all the self-help activities, counseling and searching for answers, I realized that the only answers for me had to come from me, so I became the answer. When I did, I realized I AM destined to do great and big things. This book is one of those great things. And, I'm so proud of it. I actually feel (without a doubt) that this book has so much value. It came from my heart and the mentors who have inspired me. Project 28 is us sharing these years of experience and practice with you. In this book, you will find 28 days of short, simple, insightful activities that will guide your heart, thoughts and actions in the right direction so that you too can get on the path to your best life. Think of this book as an assistant reminding you of what's important so you can continue working towards your goals, your destiny. If you're just looking for impactful activities, you've come to the right place. If you're trying to break bad habits; if you're trying to start something new or if you are in desperate need of a change Project 28 is for you. Every day for 28 days, get up in the morning and do a short activity to get you in the right mindset for the day. If you’re looking for direction, peace, incredible relationships, the love of your life, more time, the job of your dreams, financial freedom, a healthier view of who you are, or anything else your mind can dream, it is in reach. WORKBOOK: “Project 28: Make Positive Changes a Habit in Just 28 Days” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BQ9RT666

R.E.S.C.U.E.D. will help you transform your negative thought patterns and engage in healthy habits so you can become the best version of yourself and have stronger and happier relationships with the ones you love. There are 7 steps to practice: Step 1: Be Reality Focused Step 2: Embrace Your Truths Step 3: Be Supply Minded Step 4: Be Conflict Resilient Step 5: Be Unconditionally Favored Step 6: Empower Others Step 7: Discern Righteousness Before you engage in each activity, meditate on the specific Bible Scripture provided at the beginning of each step. Allow the Word to penetrate your heart, equipping you as you move forward to becoming your best self–which is the human sojourn. For way too long, something inside held me back from living my God-given destiny. Whether it was evil forces, bad habits, consequences of poor choices, a deep-rooted belief of unworthiness, or a combination of all these things, one thing was obvious—I blocked my blessings. I felt guilty for having “ugly” feelings. I chose to deny rather than accept my truths, had poor communication skills, misunderstood unconditional favor and made excuses when I chose not to discern right from wrong. Seminars, church and counseling wasnʻt enough; I looked inside, and became the answer. The Bible says the Kingdom of God is in us. When we work at improving ourselves, we evoke the greatness of God. R.E.S.C.U.E.D. helps me evoke my God-given greatness and it will help you. If you’re looking for incredible relationships, the love of your life, more time, the job of your dreams, financial freedom, a healthier view of who you are, or anything else your mind can dream, grab on and be R.E.S.C.U.E.D. WORKBOOK: “R.E.S.C.U.E.D. Everything You Need to be Rescued is Inside of You” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSKP8ZJ

We believe that our purpose on earth is to help make it a better place. How better to do that than to be our best and strongest, and help others be theirs? In this workbook, you will explore ten (10) of the most needed leadership skills in today's world. You will explore what can happen when you donʻt have the skills and what it takes to grow the skills. Then youʻll apply the skills you learn, and reflect on their application in your own career. Unlike other resources on building leadership skills, this workbook focuses on building up, not just yourself, but others whom you serve as well. When you see leadership as a two-way street, you will focus on others' capacity to lead as much as you do your own. You will become a legacy-leaving leader whom people respect, follow, and emulate while doing the same for someone else. Large and small organizations in every sector of the economy want strong leaders but the supports in the industry often assumes the leaders they've chosen already have prerequisite skills that they do not such as persevering when faced with overwhelming obstacles, coping with setbacks, and devising a plan to address those setbacks, how to set goals, and how to handle reprimands. Organizations have little time to provide meaningful, real-world training while attending to daily operations, often leading to missed opportunities. 10 Leadership Skills You Must Have is a resource that supports you and your organization's efforts to build capacity because you learn in this quick, simple, and immediately applicable reference to grow your effectiveness while growing others at the same time. Whether you're a teacher teaching an educational assistant, a manager training a team lead, or an executive supporting a new hire, this resource calls to attention the most basic but often overlooked skills needed to be a servant leader who brings along and lifts up the people they serve. Have you ever noticed that people often avoid criticism, or don't realize they cave under pressure? Have you ever noticed a person staring into an obstacle and not realizing they can do something to remove that obstacle? Have you been there? These and other common leadership struggles are addressed in this resource through ten rules including, "Let the Oil Boil," "Set the Stones," "Smell the Flowers," "Jump the Gun," and "Bring the Passion." You'll find this resource simple, quick, and engaging for a seasoned leadership team or a new cohort of emerging leaders. For each of the ten (10) rules, three pages explicate first the definition, then the application, and reflection. If you focus on one rule a day, you can complete this book in 10 days, but the lessons you'll learn you can keep forever. WORKBOOK: “10 Leadership Skills You Must Have and How to Use Them for Others to Rise and Thrive” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2RX956H

We believe that our purpose on earth is to help make it a better place. How better to do that than to be our best and strongest, and help others be theirs. In this workbook, you will explore cognitive distortions: what they are, and what to do to fix them. Everything you need to reframe your negative thoughts are already inside you; it's just a matter of being aware that you are thinking about them and using strategies to fix them. In this resource, you will become aware of the cognitive distortions that people develop and their impact on thinking and the self. In each activity, you'll read the definition, a short scenario illustrating the distortion, and the impact on the self, and on thinking. There are also a few recommended strategies you can utilize to reframe your distortions. Complete one page per day and allow yourself the time to reflect on whether and or how each distortion may or may not impact your life. You may find that you engage in one or two distortions all the time and maybe other distortions none of the time. Again, the objective is to be aware of your thoughts impact on your life and reframe your thinking as necessary. Keep in mind it is important to celebrate the little changes you will begin to see. Always be kind to yourself and know you are not alone in this challenge to be a better version of yourself. We are in this together and together we will rise and thrive. WORKBOOK: “Challenge Your Thoughts (A Workbook): Be aware of your negative thoughts and change them” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRM69H86

We hope Money Matters For Me expands the way you view money, empowering you to take control of your finances and thrive. Once you complete this resource you will be inspired to dig further into the characteristics. mechanics and purpose of money. When you begin to think deeply, connect, study, and apply the perspectives in this book, youʻll begin to realize that everything you learned about money was wrong, or at minimum, just not enough. Did you know that the Federal reserve bank policies can cause you to go broke, lose your job and become poor? Did you know that the stock market has specific rules set up to make most fail? It is true, and when you understand the basics of money you will realize that you can have more resources to live better if you understand the game. Money was, is, and always will be a tool to live our best lives and help others live theirs. When we understand money, the difference between earning and making money, and different ways to store and invest money, we can make informed decisions and live a fulfilled, productive life of peace, servitude, and happiness. When we see money for the tool it is we begin to see ways in which we can make more of this tool to do good in our lives and in the world. Use this resource for yourself, your child, your student or a group of friends. Have discussions about the content, search for other resources, and begin to challenge yourself in topics related to money that you never thought youʻd understand. This workbook is organized into 10 topics. Each topic is covered in 2, 3, or 4 pages and is marked by color. You will find the 10 topics on the contents page. In each topic you will find the following sections: OBJECTIVES THINK ABOUT, CONNECT. STUDY, APPLY, WRAP UP. In the "objective or definitions" section, youʻll find the objective to meet for that topic or page. In the "think about" section youʻll find a thought to ponder. The "connect" section asks you to think about the topic in connection with something directly related to your life. The "study" section may ask you to do some additional research. In the "apply" section, youʻll be asked to apply the learning to decisions you have or will make. The "wrap up" section is where you circle back to the objective. If you canʻt answer the objective, then go back to the activity. Once you complete this workbook you will be ready to advance your research on the topic money, investing, entrepreneurship or whatever your heart desires. WORKBOOK: “Money Matters For Me” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW35YDYR

America's leaders (and I use the word leaders, loosely) are playing games with our lives, and they don't give a da*n. All they care about is winning their little games. Here she talks about a political strategy called the "wrap up smear" where politicians pretty much, basically lie to make the other side look bad so they can achieve their goals. Does she honestly think she can say this and we not realize she's describing what she does to us? This is why we have to strengthen our minds, guard our hearts and know what's going on. Normal people listening to the rhetoric don't realize how many games, tactics, and the psychological warfare lodged against us. Doesn't matter if you and I have different beliefs. Let's honor each other's belief systems, but get these game players out of office.

The mainstream media want you to believe Trump's protestors were tearing down things. Police let them in. Police made sure they weren't disrespectful and asked them to leave. In this short 2 minute video, you got a bleeding man on his phone, say no thank you, another say excuse me, and the police use logic with one of them. OMG, the mainstream media are lying, conniving, slithering individuals. Corrupticians too! Please share this video! Thank you for watching our channel. On this channel we are working to share the truth, hoping to build a community of like minded individuals who can stand in solidarity together. We can no longer sit on the sidelines. We need to stand together!

Child Trafficking is the sickest, most perverted crimes anyone can commit. We cannot stop fighting (by coming together, unionizing, spreading awareness, keeping our eyes open and PRAYING!!) WE are fighting for stolen innocence. We are fighting evil, sick, disgusting creatures who prey on the must vulnerable of them all. As scary as this time can be, they are worth fighting for. Before we knew we had an excuse, but now that we know, we have no right to turn away. Let's all be a part of the rescuing! No matter how terrifying, we must walk into the storm. Cultivate courage!

Psaki mocks Space Force. That’s how much she gives a rip about America’s ability to protect herself and her people. Either she doesn’t care, or she’s just clueless. I’d say both. https://thepalmierireport.com/bidens-press-secretary-mocks-space-force/ https://thetruereporter.com/press-secretary-jen-psaki-gets-destroyed-after-mocking-the-united-states-space-force/ https://www.foxnews.com/politics/committee-member-demands-psaki-immediately-apologizes-for-making-fun-of-space-force We have to know what's going on in the world outside of our little bubbles, so we know what to come against. Psaki mocks the Space Force but does she even know how important the force is for America to be able to protect herself and compete in this digital world? Psaki has gotten nothing but softball questions since she started her press conferences, but even with that, she's striking out. She's no Sarah Huckabee-Sanders, and no Kayleigh Mcenany, that's for sure.

When we edify others, we bring blessings onto ourselves.

When we focus on being a blessing to others, we can overcome any jealousy, envy, and hatred. Even fear and anxiety can be quashed when we focus on being a blessing.

"When God puts a dream in your heart, he places provision in your path," Victoria Osteen. This can be a guiding principle for life. When we believe that we can do anything, it comes to pass because God provides.

Servitude is a great word because it reminds us of the privilege we have serving others, which is a choice and a way of life.

God's ubiquitous presence is felt by all of his disciples. A good message to remember when trying to overcome obstacles and live your best life.

When overcoming obstacles, growing your sexy, and being your best "authenticity" is a definite must know. Authenticity is the feature word for the wise.