GA Injury Advocates - September 2020

GA Injury Advocates - September 2020

Auto Injury T R I B U N E

SEPTEMBER 2020

The Trouble With School

Time to Stop Teaching the Wrong Lessons

Not long ago, my 13-year-old son was bemoaning the struggles of his history class. He was frustrated by the fact that he has to memorize all these facts about history just so he can write it down on test day. It didn’t make sense to him. The worst part was that I couldn’t tell him that I agreed with him! Since becoming a parent, I’ve realized that our school system is seriously broken. From what I’ve seen, there are two parts to this problem. The first part is the way we teach kids. Understand that this isn’t a problem with the teachers themselves — and I’m not just saying that because my wife is a teacher. They are instructed to teach their students to memorize facts for test day. The trouble is that in this day and age, anyone with a cellphone can look up a question and get the answer in four seconds. Kids are really good at looking things up online. If they really need to know when the Civil War ended, they can get the answer immediately with their phones. Way back in the day, students were taught how to solve math problems with long arithmetic. Then calculators came along and we stopped teaching long arithmetic. It wasn’t necessary anymore. Why are we still making kids memorize trivia about history when they can look up that answer on their phones? Rather than putting so much emphasis on memorization, I believe that we need to be teaching kids how to think outside of the box

and be problem solvers. In law school you have to memorize stuff, but you aren’t going to get by unless you can solve a problem on your own. People who can only memorize facts don’t do so well in law school because they aren’t able to take what they know and solve problems that don’t have a simple answer. The second problem with our school system is the way adults talk about schooling to kids. Most kids grow up hearing that they have to do well in school and go to a good college in order to get a good job. That’s just not true anymore. Yes, kids who want to be doctors or lawyers need to go to school, but what about kids who want to go into construction or computer programing? Tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Spotify aren’t always hiring people with degrees. They tend to go after people who are self-taught in computer programming, people who know how to solve problems and have proven that they have a real passion for the field. My oldest son graduated from high school last year. He kept telling me that he wanted to go to college, but I realized that he was only saying that because I went to college and he thought that was what he was supposed to do. I sat down and asked my son why he wanted to go to college. He talked about how much he likes construction and wanted to get a 4-year degree in construction management. The thing is that I know a lot of guys who own construction companies, and none of them have college degrees.

We put so much value on a formal education with a college degree. But much like making kids memorize facts in history class, telling kids they need a degree doesn’t genuinely reflect today’s world. My son wanted a degree so he wouldn’t start his career at the bottom. We looked into it and found a certificate he can get in project management that will still help him in construction, but it will get him there in half the time. He decided that he’d rather go after the certificate instead of going to college, and he seems much happier now. It’s a big weight off his shoulders. In the end, I think the best thing we can do as parents is support our kids. It takes time to figure out where you want your life to go and the current school system isn’t always the best institution to help kids build a life they will enjoy. We should let kids know that there are many paths they can take to find happiness in life. I am fortunate and I enjoy my life very much. I hope my kids are able to enjoy theirs, too.

El Abogado Ramiro (El Abogado Amigo) y su equipo hablan español –Ramiro Rodriguez, Jr.

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ENJOY YOUR FAVORITE FILMS EARLIER STREAMING SERVICES CHANGE THE FACE OF ENTERTAINMENT

FEEL THE BURN FROM YOUR LIVING ROOM

3 ONLINE WORKOUT PLATFORMS TO TRY RIGHT NOW

Your living room might not be the most conducive environment for a good workout. But as the world continues to grapple with the effects of the coronavirus, working out at the gym, or any other public facility, is out of the question for many of us. Fortunately, you can still work up a sweat from home with the right workout videos for a fraction of the cost of a monthly gym membership. Here are a few worth your time and money! Alo Moves Alo is one of the most prominent outfitters for yoga lovers everywhere, but the workout routines offered through Alo Moves go beyond just yoga and meditation. Whether you’re new to working out or a seasoned fitness buff, you can find thousands of workout routines to follow along with on AloMoves.com. You can even download routines to your phone and follow along with them in your backyard or at the park, all for just $20 a month. P.volve While P.volve only has around 200 workouts available through its online platform right now, new videos are being added every week. If you’re looking for resistance-based, high-intensity, low- impact workouts, this is the platform for you. You can customize a workout plan based on which body parts you want to strengthen and even buy optional equipment to use at home. Get access to the entire fitness library for a monthly fee of $20 or save by paying an annual fee of $135 at Pvolve.com. Tone It Up Tone It Up is more of a fitness community than a workout program, but the website still offers a variety of both free and paid workouts plus a paid nutrition plan. Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT), cardio, a total-body workout, or one geared toward specific body parts, like abs or glutes. Through the Studio Tone It Up app, which costs $15, you can get additional workouts delivered to you weekly. Even if they’re not what you’re used to, doing these online workouts can ensure you don’t lose the fitness you’ve worked so hard to gain. Try one of them today!

The way we watch our favorite shows and movies has changed drastically in recent years and even more so this year. With the pandemic impacting the world, people found themselves stuck inside their homes looking for new sources of entertainment, and many found exactly what they were looking for through the numerous streaming services available to us. The pandemic made time for people to watch their favorite shows again and again, and it also changed the way businesses, such as Disney and Universal Studios, release their movies. Throughout the spring, many movies were released early and some skipped theater showings all together. “Trolls: World Tour” was released through video-on-demand and earned nearly $100 million in rental fees on its April 10 debut, grossing far more than the first “Trolls” movie debut in 2016. Other movies, such as “Onward” and “Frozen II,” were released early on different digital platforms for purchase or rent. One of the most anticipated early releases under this new system is “Hamilton.” This hit Broadway show has drawn thousands of people to the theater since its debut in 2015. A stage performance of “Hamilton” was filmed in 2016 in just over three days. The resulting movie creates an opportunity for everyone to see the show, regardless if they were able to catch it live on stage. Disney bought the rights to the film last year and announced this February that it would be released on Oct. 15, 2021, in theaters. However, due to the pandemic, Disney decided that what people needed most was something they could enjoy, even if they couldn’t leave their homes. On May 12, the studio announced the film would be available to stream on Disney+ starting on the July Fourth holiday. “Hamilton” fans and those who’ve never seen the play are thrilled to watch the film 16 months in advance of the originally scheduled release. Streaming services have changed how people consume their entertainment, and the pandemic has changed how streaming services offer it. Both changes are helping people get through these difficult times.

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The Best You is Right at Your Fingertips

Self-Improvement in the 21st Century

September is Self-Improvement Month, and a recent study from The Harris Poll found that 4 in 5 Americans want to improve their personal well-being. This is often easier said than done. Fortunately, in the age of the internet, there are countless free resources waiting online to help you achieve your self- improvement goals. Here are some resources to help you improve your physical and mental health and advance professionally. Get Fit Many people have physical fitness at the top of their self-improvement to-do list. Regular exercise is the key to good fitness. These days, you don’t have to pay for a gym membership to get fit. There are thousands of free workout videos online from professional trainers who want to help you reach your fitness goals. Need to improve your heart health? Check out Self Magazine’s YouTube channel for some great cardio workouts. Need workouts that are a bit more Zen? Go to the “Yoga With Adriene” channel and find some free yoga videos. Boost Your Mental Health Your mental health is equally as important as your physical health. If you are invested

in self-improvement, make sure your mental health gets equal attention. PsychologyToday.com is a good resource to help build a better understanding of your mental health. You’ll find many articles written by doctors, therapists, and psychologists about dealing with depression, overcoming anxiety, embracing happiness, and many more topics. The website also makes it easy to find a reliable therapist in your area, if you ever need to talk to someone. Advance Your Career Living a better tomorrow relies on the skills you develop today. You can start sharpening your skills with Skillshare. This service offers thousands of online courses created by experts to teach you everything from interior design to HTML coding. Brush up on skills that will help you in your current career or learn something new to follow your passions. Find Skillshare’s collection of free classes at Skillshare.com/classes/free . Whatever your self-improvement goals may be, we hope these resources help you achieve them!

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RECIPE:

EASY STUFFED SWEET POTATOES

Who says a loaded potato has to clog your arteries? In this healthy version that serves four, a sweet potato base is topped with fiber- rich bean salsa.

Ingredients

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4 medium sweet potatoes

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1 tsp cumin

1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 tsp coriander

3/4 tsp salt

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2 medium tomatoes, diced

1/4 cup sour cream

1 tbsp olive oil

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

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3. Cool potatoes slightly, then cut each

With a fork, prick each sweet potato a few times. Microwave the potatoes on high 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through.

potato open lengthwise. Pull the halves apart to create space to spoon the warm bean salsa inside.

2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine

4. Add a scoop of sour cream to each

the beans, tomatoes, olive oil, cumin, coriander, and salt. When the potatoes are done, microwave the mixture on high for 2–3 minutes.

potato, garnish with cilantro, and serve!

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Why Do We Teach Outdated Lessons? Streaming Services Change Entertainment 3 Online Workout Platforms You Should Try 3 Online Resources for Self-Improvement Easy Stuffed Sweet Potatoes A Tour of Marietta

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When you think of local points of interest, a water park may not be the first facility to come to mind. But a major attraction that draws on average over 500,000 visitors per year is nothing to ignore, and that’s why Six Flags White Water, located right here in Marietta, is a destination to put on your family’s to-do list. Six Flags White Water is the sister amusement park of Six Flags Over Georgia. It first opened in 1984 as White Water Atlanta and was sold to the owners of Six Flags in 1999 to become one of just four standalone Six Flags water parks. Since the park’s rebranding, it’s gone through many exciting updates, including being the very first water park in the world to feature a virtual queue system for its water rides. While the three other Six Flags water parks go by the name Hurricane Harbor, White Water is the only one of the group to not use the name, but they don’t need it! Their thrilling attractions keep their attendance numbers high enough to be the 12th most- visited water park in North America.

The park’s many amusements include the Bahama Bob Slide, a 600-foot rapid ride in family-sized rafts; the Bermuda Triangle, which plummets you into roaring waves; Dragon’s Tail, featuring 250-foot triple-drop slides; and enough additional slides, pools, restaurants, and shopping options to fill an entire weekend of fun. The Python Plunge, a spiraling six-story water slide, has delayed opening until spring of 2021, but it promises to be one of their most exhilarating experiences yet. Six Flags White Water is currently open and operating, but they do have specific rules and regulations in place for their guests to abide by, including mandatory reservations. If you and your family want to plan a trip, be sure to visit SixFlags.com/whitewater to brush up on what to expect inside the park and what is expected of guests upon entry. When it comes to beating the summer heat, there’s nothing quite like a dip in a relaxing pool. Or if you’re the type that would rather take a thrilling ride down a slippery slide, White Water has you covered there too.

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