Josh Black

Helping Fire Fighters TODAY - consider an act of kindness for the amazing work these dedicate men and women do protecting is and our property ASK for Nico La Vecchia... 2654 Main street Santa Monica 90405 If you don't live in the area and can't donate, share with people who do . . . . #volunteer #santamonica #losangelesfirefighters #lavecchia #donations #californiawildfires #payitforward

https://clarastellabc.com//recess-bringing-grade-school-to Meeting people usually includes asking basic questions about the other. A question every so often I am asked is, what was your favorite subject in school? Depending on the environment or conversation to that point I may answer directly, history/social studies however; when feeling a bit casual my reply is, recess. #smallbusiness #teamwork #recess #smartbusiness

Business processes and communication is faster, smarter and more convenient than just a few years ago let alone ten or twenty years ago. The capacity to initiate a business opportunity through completion and earn compensation is astounding. The future is bright. https://clarastellabc.com//pros-and-cons-of-digital-devices #tech #smartbusiness #competition #safety #proscons

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY the topic today is about our self image and its impact on our wellbeing. The video captures my personal inhibition, rosacea. It is common for people to have a visible trait, a skin condition, or a medical issue we feel bad about.... 1. It's temporary - for the vast majority, the condition is not permanent. It will with care and treatment it will subside 2. Life goes on - we live with our condition whatever it is. Most people either don't have an opinion or are curious yet don't know how to ask without seeming to insult. When someone does ask, understand it is curiousity, and not mean spirited, if it is, then the person is not worth your time 3. Treat yourself well - It's easy to get down on yourself about a skin condition, an ailment, body issues, etcetera. Saying nice things to yourself, keeping a journal, connecting with others with a similar issue are a few ways to help you be in a better state of mind. 4. Take action - the mother of all cures is to do something about it. It is easy to feel like there is no solution. There always is, it may not be easy to find. Persistence and determination cultivate a better mindset. Your negativity doesn't help, find something simple to do to start the healing process 5. Have a sense of humor- Laughter is excellent medicine (I'm not a doctor or psychiatrist), talking with mental health professionals and reading wellness content, laughter is a good way to help you feel better about you. Be with friends amd family, let down your guard and live a little, laugh often

TRAVEL TUESDAY Travel is a connector of people, cultures and language. We travel for business, pleasure and adventure. Before we head on to our next destination we have to prepare for contingencies. 1. Passport + visas most international destinations require a valid passport. If your passport is 6 months or less before expiration, renew before your trip, some nations will reject entry. If visas are required in addition, check with the consulate of the country you are vis...iting in advance. 2. Travel advisories the state department website is a well-organized resource to learn about relationships. The site also indicates regions within nations that may be dangerous. It is updated daily and is capable to send email alerts while you are traveling. 3. Currency and credit cards traveling to multiple countries may present an issue with exchanging one currency for another. Keeping updated on exchange rates can help determine whether to use cash or credit. Using a combination is beneficial in situations where either no credit is accepted or the credit card company is not accepted by the merchant. Keep your debit card at home! 4. Travel emergencies We don’t expect them to happen. Most of us who travel either know someone who fell ill or was injured or maybe we experienced a close call. The way to account for navigating international medical concerns is to purchase a travel insurance plan. These plans are customizable for your specific trip and may be more affordable than you think 5. Booking hotels travel websites are great for finding a deal on a hotel or hostel. If you are going low budget it’s a fair method to follow. If you want a bit more certainty where you stay, for instance near a particular landmark in a city, check the hotel website directly. In some cases, they will match a discount price especially when you are reserving short notice. Also, when booking directly with the hotel, you will most often receive the exact room you want. In the past, hotels may move you to another room during your stay, one more reason to check with the hotel directly. See more