Green Legal Group - June 2022

Green Legal Group - June 2022

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June 2022 IS SOMEBODY WATCHING YOU? Stalking — Here’s How to Handle It

When many think of stalking, the common image is likely a stranger prowling around in the shadows of the night, showing up at random places uninvited, or spying on victims from afar. However, stalking can potentially involve so much more. Stalking is a menacing act that makes victims feel unsafe and can lead to some terrifying acts. Stalking is more common than you may think: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately one out of every six women and one in every 17 men have reported experiencing stalking at some point in their lives. For women, roughly 54% experienced it before the age of 25, and for men, 41% said they’d gone through it. Research conducted by the CDC revealed that stalking can damage its victims, leading to potential depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. It’s reported that roughly 68% of female and 70% of male victims received threats of physical harm in connection with stalking at some point in their lives. Stalking takes place when a person repeatedly harasses or threatens another person. In most cases, a victim’s stalker is someone they know or were once in an intimate relationship with. While it’s always important to never engage with your stalker, you can take certain steps to protect your safety and well-being. First and foremost, you must know the signs and tactics of stalking, which include: • Receiving unwanted emails, phone calls, text messages, voicemails, social media direct messages, or instant messages • Appearing uninvited at places such as the victim’s home, school, or place of work

To keep yourself safe, what can be done? Of course, if you are ever in immediate danger or if someone has made a credible threat, you should call the police right away. Be sure to carry a charged cellphone with you at all times for this reason. If someone is following you, seek out the nearest safe place to go, whether it be a police station, fire station, public place, or a friend’s house. Always trust your instincts: If you feel like something is wrong, it likely is. If you feel like someone may be taking an unnatural interest in you, begin varying your routines and routes a bit. Be careful when posting on social media; don’t give out information about where you live, work, or enjoy hanging out. Lastly, try to avoid going places alone. Exercise with a friend if you can and walk to your car with a coworker after work. Stalking is a serious problem, and many people assume that ignoring the behavior will take care of the issue. In most cases, that doesn’t happen. When people stalk other people, they violate boundaries

• Leaving strange or potentially threatening items for the victim to find

• Watching, following, or tracking a victim

• Sneaking into the victim’s home or car and doing things to scare the victim or let them know the perpetrator had been there

in order to make their victims feel unsafe. If you ever fall victim to stalking, it’s paramount that you take the necessary steps to keep yourself safe as well as involve law enforcement.

Please call us at 801-405-7827 to see how we can help you!

–Josh Green

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Meet the ‘Financial Feminist’

Tori Dunlap Helps Women Save A woman stands in front of a camera. She says, “I will have over $30 million by the time I retire, and I’m only 27. Let’s talk.” Would you watch the rest of that video? If so, you might want to join the many people who already follow Tori Dunlap (@herfirsk100k) on Instagram and TikTok. By age 25, Dunlap had saved $100,000 thanks to financial advice from her parents — and she turned that process into a business. She launched Her First 100K, a financial coaching service for women, and became a viral success on social media. The Guardian newspaper calls her “the TikTok feminist saving people from debt” and Forbes puts her at the center of the “FinTok” (Financial TikTok) movement. She’s been featured on the “Today Show,” Business Insider, TIME, and BuzzFeed since launching her business in 2019. So, what is she doing right? 1. She knows her demographic. Dunlap talks directly to people just like her: millennial and Gen Z women fighting an uphill battle against the patriarchy and suggestions that deprivation is the only way to save. “I’m never going to shame people for their oat milk lattes or blame their brunch habits for not being able to buy a home,” Dunlap told Forbes.

Targeting such a specific demographic is a smart strategy because she can tailor her message and marketing dollars just for them. 2. She’s social media savvy. Dunlap jumped on TikTok early, and she plays the algorithm game on both TikTok and

Instagram well. By using reels, trending soundtracks, and humor, she makes her social media presence “engaging, entertaining, and actionable,” as she put it to Forbes. 3. She’s not afraid to get personal. On her podcast “Financial Feminist,” Dunlap shares details about her childhood and opens up about her own struggles with money and sexism. This transparency helps convince her fans that she’s the real deal, and because she feels like a friend, they stick around and use her services long term.

To learn more about what makes Dunlap tick, visit HerFirst100k.com.

UNLOCK YOUR ‘HIGH PERFORMANCE HABITS’ And Gain Long-Term Business Success!

Did “Atomic Habits” by James Clear change your life in 2018? Was “Tiny Habits” by BJ Fogg one of your top books of 2019? If you’ve read those two bestsellers, you’re a step ahead of most entrepreneurs. But you might still be sleeping on one of the original books on the power of habits, which is packed with gems you can’t find anywhere else: Brendon Burchard’s 2017 read “High Performance Habits: How Extraordinary People Become That Way.” Brendon Burchard is a legend in the world of personal development coaching. Oprah.com called him “one of the most successful online trainers in history,” and more than 2 million people have taken his online courses. But with the help of your local library, you can start learning his secrets to success without paying a cent. In “High Performance Habits,” Burchard recommends six specific habits that will help you reach your personal and business goals. He calls this the HP6 model.

5. Develop influence.

6. Demonstrate courage.

As you can see, these aren’t your basic healthy habits like “drink water” and “get eight hours of sleep”! Burchard calls the first three “personal habits” and the last three “social habits,” and in the book he uses real-life examples to explain each habit. He also offers daily exercises that will help you form them. It takes multiple keys to unlock each habit. For example, to demonstrate courage, Burchard says you must “share your truth and your ambitions” by telling someone about your goals every day. But that alone isn’t enough. To truly form the habit, you also need to reframe struggle and zero in on someone worth fighting for — whether that’s your team, your clients, or your children. “High Performance Habits” is a business book, but it’s also a personal development book. It will force you to dive deep into your strengths, weaknesses, and motivations to unlock your real high-performance potential. You can use it to fit more tasks into a day, increase your confidence, or become a better leader — whatever your business needs! Pick up a copy today to see why Andrew Burns of Medium calls this “the epitome of a book that needs more than one read.”

1. Seek clarity.

2. Generate energy.

3. Raise necessity.

4. Increase productivity.

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Be Like Buster the Bull

Finding Kindness in the Pasture

Nothing compares to a good friend. They’re someone who will listen and provide support when you need it most. For everyone in Spartanburg, South Carolina — and eventually the whole world — that was Buster the Bull. Buster’s talent for companionship wasn’t discovered until Wynne Smith moved into the farm next to Buster’s. After he appeared in her barn one day, Wynne was a little scared, but soon, as Wynne told Reader’s Digest in August 2021, Buster became a confidant. “Somehow, he knew when I was home and would come to stand next to my house, and we’d talk over the fence,” Wynne said. “If I had a hard day at work, he heard about it. If something exciting was going on at home, he heard about it. He would stand or lie beside the fence and keep me company, give a knowing glance or breath, and I would feel better. When it was time to end the conversation, he’d turn and walk away.” As Wynne’s connection to Buster grew, she began posting about him on Facebook, and soon enough, the bull had a huge following. People from across the nation and the globe knew

that Buster was special, with an uncanny ability to listen and offer knowledge in a way only cows can. And he provided comfort to all who knew him. One time, a fan of Buster’s asked if he could meet the bull. The man was dying, and one of the last things he wanted to do was meet the cow who had given him some solace during his final days. With permission from his doctor, the man drove two hours to meet Buster, hauling a basket of apples along the way. Although kind, Buster was never one to eat apples that didn’t come from his tree. But that day, Buster knew those apples were special, and he ate them. Buster did that for a friend. In November 2020, Buster walked into the woods and laid down to pass away. He had been sick, and despite some treatment, the all-knowing bull just knew it was time. He had done what he came

here to do: spread kindness.

Today, his friendship still lives on for the residents of Spartanburg, South Carolina, and all the fans of Buster the Bull.

TAKE A BREAK

SWEET AND SPICY BBQ CHICKEN SKEWERS

Inspired by RecipeRunner.com

Ingredients

For the Marinade • 1 tbsp olive oil • 2 tbsp soy sauce • 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

• 3/4 tsp smoked paprika • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Skewers • 2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-size cubes • 1 small pineapple, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 3 tbsp honey • Juice of 1 lime

Directions

1. In a bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients. 2. In a reusable freezer bag, combine cubed chicken and all but 1/4 cup of the marinade. 3. Seal bag and massage marinade into the chicken. Chill in the fridge overnight. 4. The following day, preheat the grill to 400 F. Thread chicken and pineapple onto skewers, adding two cubes of chicken for each cube of pineapple. 5. Grill the skewers for 3–4 minutes per side, brushing with the reserved marinade in the final minutes. 6. Serve over rice or with your favorite barbecue sides!

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

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How to Handle a Stalker

Meet TikTok’s Favorite Money Expert Read This Book to Boost Your Performance

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The Bull This Small Town Needed Sweet and Spicy BBQ Chicken Skewers

Father’s Day Gift Guide

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IT’S DAD’S DAY!

6 Gifts Dad Is Sure to Love

the trick! The best part is that they range in price, and you can even purchase one on Amazon! Apple Watch Strap Does the dad you’re celebrating own an Apple Watch? If so, help him customize it with a new Apple Watch strap. You can choose from many materials, colors, and designs so he can blend in or stand out as much as he wants. A New Cooler Men love their coolers — it’s a foolproof Father’s Day gift! Whether Dad loves to camp, fish, tailgate, go to the beach, or barbeque in the backyard, he’s sure to appreciate a new way to store ice, drinks, food, or bait! Tool Bucket Organizer Is your dad a bit of a handyman? Help him get organized and never lose track of his tools again. Tool bucket organizers come in many forms and, again, can be purchased right online, making your shopping easy! Bluetooth Headphones or Speakers If your father doesn’t have Bluetooth headphones or speakers yet, he’s missing out. The opportunity to jam out wirelessly while working out, cutting the grass, doing hobby work, or just relaxing is effortless with this thoughtful gift.

Dad is a very important person in your life! Every year when Father’s Day rolls around, it can be tough to come up with the perfect gift, whether it be for your dad, a new dad, your grandfather, or a father- figure in your life. Getting creative can be tricky, but this list is sure to help you with an idea or two for all different price ranges! Wallet Why not go really classic and opt for a thoughtful and practical gift? Most men’s wallets see a lot of wear and tear. After all, they’re toted around in pockets all day long, sat on, and are sometimes forgotten about and sent through the laundry. A new one just may be in order! Massage Gun Massage guns are rising in popularity. To help Dad recover from soreness and injury or just a tough workout, a massage gun will do

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