It’s Okay, Not To Be Okay!

This Olympics has definitely brought the issue of mental health to the forefront this year. I am glad that the athletes have the coaches and counselors they need. I especially like the athletes who are struggling with pressure of being perfect are speaking out and sharing the ways the overcome their adversities.

However, not all people have access to this kind of support because it isn’t free. I like to point out that there are local resources available out there, but it is up to you to ask and seek them out. Yes, some may need to seek a physician for extra determination through evaluation. Most, importantly, it is more than okay, not to be okay.

Though, I have found that no matter what coping skills you learn or how many people you talk to for help, the real answer is Jesus! Like the verse above, God shows us how to give our anxiety to Him. This is because Jesus truly cares for you. All you really need is to have the courage in yourself and the confidence in Jesus, that He will take care of you.

In closing, I pray for those who are struggling with unbearable circumstances that they would know they can turn to Jesus and pray for healing and extra strength. Know that the only true victory is in Christ Jesus. May God’s comforting peace be with you all!

IBM Digital Health Pass

I definitely foresee the new IBM Digital Health Pass on every college campuses, as this new digitally secure card technology will track whether a person’s medical records or in this case if staff, students, and teachers have been vaccinated for the covid virus.

Here is the link to read about how IBM Watson Health and Salesforce teamed up to develop the secure Health Pass Wallet:

https://www.ibm.com/blogs/watson-health/partnership-with-salesforce-verifiable-health-pass/

To read more about how IBM Watson integrated blockchain technology to create the new digital health passcard:

https://www.ibm.com/products/digital-health-pass

The Ultimate Healer

We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord – 2 Corinthians 5:8.

Today, church sermon the pastor discussed the topic of healing. We often pray when we are stressed or need of a miracle for healing for others. The issue is some think God will in a blink of an eye heal them. While God certainly can do the impossible, but it doesn’t always go that way.

Yes, God is our ultimate healer. However, sometimes God calls our beloved ones our ourself home. Like the verse above, that there is no greater place to be with God in heaven. No one is out of God’s reach, but one must be open to His will.

Most of us would surely would rather avoid pain and sickness, but we can’t always. If we draw upon God’s help, then we can get through anything. God gives us confidence, so that no matter what we face He is with us each step of the way.

Dual Authentication

Dual factor authentication is fast becoming the new normal in order to log onto computer networks. Unfortunately, we cannot trust everyone to use computers and the internet for good. Our schools, banks, and companies need to ensure the safety of their computer systems and their data. Therefore, certain security measures must be considered, purchased, and implemented.

Marist College’s new security app called, Duo Mobile, which is capable of preventing data breaches. This authentication software only allows approved users access to the college network by using passcodes. Yesterday, it was really neat to see classrooms installed with new webcams and audio equipment. Marist is definitely taken the necessary steps to ensure students, staff, and teachers have what’s needed to protect against COVID-19.

The Fall 2020 semester starts Monday and it will be an intense and interesting 16 weeks. No one can foresee the future nor see the deadly Covid-19 virus, so I pray no one gets it, including myself. Together, professors and the brave students along with admin and staff will be pushing through our fears because education matters.

Go Red Foxes! 🦊

Pray for a Cure

And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free – John 8:32.

How come elderly are most susceptible to Covid-19? What are the true facts? Is it they have no immune system or they do not the right antigens in their blood? Or because they’re often kept in close proximity?

What I like to know is how many that died, were treated with a flu shot? What’s in this year’s actual flu shot? If we are doing social distancing, then how come people are still dying?

How many covid19 patients have actually recovered from plasma? If this is working, then more people should consider donating. Is it possible to mass produce one’s plasma?

I am asking these questions because I want the vaccine to be right for everyone. For example, GBS is a rare flu virus and it was caused by several different possibilities like very bad chicken, or from bad flu shot, or someone else was carrier of it, or while on a plane was contracted and sat it dormant in a person. It affects mostly elderly, but can hurt children as well.

We have the right need to know what is the root cause of this horrible virus. We also need to know what’s in the vaccine before being injected. What are the side effects of this possible cure? Is it really wise to open up businesses without a trusted cure? Join me in praying for truthful answers.

Heavenly Father, please bring the right cure. Give wisdom to the medical researcher to develop the vaccine. Help keep those who are donating plasma strong, so they can continue giving it. Comfort those families who are grieving from loss. Bless the medical staff and military who are sacrificing themselves daily to assist others who are ill. Remove our fears and increase faith that You God have us in the palm of your hands. Grant wisdom to our government leaders to help restart economy when the time is right. Keep your beloved people from harms way. In Jesus name, we pray, Amen

Be safe my friends, wash hands, wear a mask and gloves while shopping until a cure is found. Whenever possible stay home.