Forget about conversation starters and small talk -- just say "Barack Obama" any where you are in the world and the conversation will go either way. Usually things will get pretty heated up and end in break or make a new or old personal or business relationship.
My conclusion is that in some weird twist of fate, there is at least one person out there who identifies with Barack Obama in a very personal way and in some ways is forced to deal with his or her own life's struggles and challenges by watching how Barack Obama does it -- in the glare of the whole world.
So if you've going through a period where you feel "lost" and alone especially because you are different -- think different, look different, talk different, walk different, eat different, pray different -- or are treated by others as "different" in some way, here is some Obamatherapy for you.
1. For every orphan feeling no one really cares -- learn something from the world's most admired and most liked orphan. You're never alone, someone above is watching over you -- someone cares.
2. For any bi-racial or bi-ethnic child feeling stuck between worlds -- in no man's land. Don't let society or the community you live in take away your rare blessing. Count your blessings one by one and take advantage of the best from both worlds. You aren't star-crossed, you're double blessed.
3. For every single parent worried for your child -- Do the best you can under the circumstances and teach your child that being raised by a single parent should not be a disadvantage but an incentive to work hard to be anything s/he wants to be.
4. For every grandparent who is raising a grand child -- You did a great job the first time and even if it wasn't your choice to be raising a grandchild, you're doing great one more time. It takes an amazing person to get it right every time.
5. For every nerdy looking Nice Guy -- you don't need the aggressiveness, puffed up chest, tough talk, and kick-you- know-what attitude to attract a woman of excellence. A good woman will appreciate a man who is her equal and treats her with respect and love.
6. For anyone raised in poverty -- Don't turn your back on those who weren't as fortunate. And even if you don't have "things" to give, give your love. One mans' poverty is another man's gracious plenty. Sometimes people just need someone who can empathize (not someone who judges and condemns or looks the other way). Be the good Samaritan and love your neighbour.
7. For anyone who has experienced injustice and unfairness -- You know what that feels like, so stand up for what's right, just and fair. Do it in your own small way, like stand up to a bully in the bar, talk back to a manager who is too bossy to a colleague, etc. You are your brother's keeper.
8. For anyone who has experienced prejudice and racism -- Don't allow the same prejudices, ignorance and intolerance that has been directed towards you, transfer onto you. Shoulder dust it off and show tolerance for the ignorant. Don't hate, educate.
9. For anyone who's been falsely accused -- don't tit-for-tat. Hold up your head with grace, dignity, great resolve -- and a wide beautiful smile. Life has a funny way of coming back to bite you-know -where. Sometimes it's a slow process, but it's always just a matter of time. Stay on the high road.
10. For anyone who feels unappreciated and disrespected -- A pat on the back by one person who appreciates and respects you is better than the embrace of million "self-righteous" others. You get it. Share what you know with others who get it too.
11. For anyone applying for a job -- let nobody --not even yourself --ever tell you that you can't do it. Just because people don't think you have the qualifications and can't see your potential doesn't mean you don't have what it takes. You do your best, let God do His part.
12. For every Christian who's been judged, excluded, reviled or defamed - Don't turn against your fellow Christian, it turns people away from God. Every time you are judged, excluded, reviled or defamed for righteousness' sake, rejoice and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven.
13. For the enlightened who feel misunderstood -- you dwell in the midst of those who have eyes to see but do not see, and ears to hear but do not hear. But that doesn't mean you should stop spreading the message of love and peace. No cost is too high.
14. For the peace makers and peace lovers -- Blessed are you. For you shall be called sons and daughters of God.
About the Author: Christine Akiteng is an internationally renowned Dating Confidence/Relationships Coach who has devoted her life to the blending of indispensable age-old wisdom with modern realities into a prescription for passion, vitality, balance and effortlessness. Her thought-provoking message of conscious intentionality offers singles new, realistic and stimulating insights to rediscovering the mysteries and eternal beauty of men - women sexual relationships.
Christine's main website: http://www.torontosnumber1datedoctor.com
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