John Rook, DPhil

Compassionate servant leader working obsessively to address poverty in community. President, John Rook Consulting and President & CEO of an addiction agency.

[John Rook, DPhil @rook_john]

And if he’d sent a selfie he would be accused of a photo op. @LukaszukAB can’t win.

[NorthernObservr 🏴‍☠️ @NorthernObservr]

@LukaszukAB Wheres the selfie ? Bullshit.

[Brian Maierhofer @brianmaierhofer]

The most overused, oddly glorified, yet under-respected topic on the internet:

Childhood Trauma.

It’s why your dad won’t cry, your relationships don’t stick, and why you feel exhausted every morning.

Here’s what trauma is—and how to reverse its effects (backed by science): 🧵

[Simon House Recovery Centre @SimonHouseYYC]

At Simon House, residents are provided education about Indigenous culture and history to foster better understanding, eliminate stereotypes, and support unity and friendships.

Head to our website to learn more https://t.co/G29KOi7RNj

[RC deWinter @RCdeWinter]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ KINDNESS⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I sit here at McDonalds, drinking a sprite. Okay, it's my third sprite. And the lady in the corner...waits. She's been here since before I got here. In walks a man with a small boy, maybe 3 years old if that. 'You were supposed to be here an Hour ago.' she says , slightly upset. 'Well I'm here and here he is.' The man turns to walk out the door. She says, 'Hey do you have a couple dollars so I can get a cheeseburger? All I have is enough for his happy meal.' He looks around to see if anyone is watching. 'Screw you, Starve.' He says and walks out the door. She just shakes her head and walks to the counter with the boy. She orders a happy meal for the boy. The teen at the counter tells her her card left a balance of 37 cents. She and the boy walk to her car where she digs and finds the change. She and the boy sit down with the happy meal, and she sets up his food and his tiny drink cup. She asks him if mommy can have a fry, to which he feeds her the one he just took a bite off of.(I kinda chuckled to myself.) I walk to the soda machine and refill my cup, Powerade this time. And the teen from the counter is refiling the napkins. I hand him my debit card. And tell him to give her 2 doubles and a large fry and a large drink on me. I tell him not to tell her its from me. I wrote a note on a napkin with my sharpie I use at work. "Keep your head up and always push forward. You CAN. You WILL. 🙂" He brings me my debit card. Then walks back to the counter and takes the tray of food to her. He says 'This was bought for you.' 'By who?' 'I'm not supposed to say, but it wasn't me.' He says and walks back to the counter. She reads the note on the napkin as tears start to roll down her cheeks. She fills the drink cup and starts to eat. The child trades her a chicken nugget, for a bite of the burger.(I chuckle again.) After they both finish their meal, they start to leave. They walk passed me sitting here and I smile at the boy and look at her and she whispers "thank you" I whisper back "for what?" She smiles. I wink. I look down at the boy and I say have a good day 🙂 Life is hard. Always be willing to make someones life a little easier. Little things make a big impact. For any single parent stuck in a similar place... Keep your head up and always push forward. You CAN. You WILL."
Credit: TIMOTHY via Facebook

[John Rook, DPhil @rook_john]

I think you couldn’t be more wrong.

[@EDROBBINSTWEET @EDROBBINSTWEET]

@johnpavlovitz No, it does not defy understanding. Mr Trump is a superior human being. Superior in almost all respects. Light years ahead of you and me. Use this as a starting point, and things make much more sense.

[Simon House Recovery Centre @SimonHouseYYC]

"One of the things that I really love about Simon House and what makes it all worthwhile are the graduations. To watch a dozen or so men who have completed the program and not only who are grateful but who are going to go on and live well is so rewarding."

Dr. John Rook

[Shane Claiborne @ShaneClaiborne]

I am troubled by Trump, but I am even more troubled by the people who claim to be Christians that defend him…

@Franklin_Graham @seanfeucht @robertjeffress @charliekirk11

Trump is vulgar and mean.
He has made a vocation out of the seven deadly sins, and a mockery of the fruits of the Spirit.

Trump needs Jesus.
And we need a new President.

We shouldn’t allow our middle school kids to act like this… let alone someone aspiring to be President.

You cannot follow Jesus and Trump.
Choose Jesus.

[UBI4ALL @UBI4ALL_]

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#UBI4ALL #silentrevolution #peacefulrevolution #betterworld #letsdoit

[LeBron James @KingJames]

What are we even talking about here?? When I think about my kids and my family and how they will grow up, the choice is clear to me. VOTE KAMALA HARRIS!!!

[The Seneca Project @senecaprojectus]

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Our voices matter. It's time to defeat Trump & MAGA extremism!🇺🇸

#AmericanGirl #WeWontGoBack

[Jyoti Gondek @JyotiGondek]

Happy Halloween, Calgary!🎃

Today, I embraced my inner Wednesday Addams, handing out candy to some of our youngest little monsters and sharing chilling tales at the Calgary Central Library. 📚💀

I hope everyone finds a little bit of magic and mystery today.👻

Remember to keep a watchful eye on our tiny tricksters, and let’s make it a safe night for all. Wishing you a frightfully fun Halloween!🧡🖤

[Bernie Sanders @BernieSanders]

I’ve been all over the country in the last month.

And I get asked the same question, over and over again:

“I disagree with Kamala’s position on the war in Gaza. How can I vote for her?”

Here is my answer:

[Robert Reich @RBReich]

Trump’s dirty election night trick doesn’t work if you know it’s coming. Let me explain.

[John Rook, DPhil @rook_john]

Thank you for this Tom and Happy Birthday! 🎂

[Tom Jackson @tomjacksonca]

Biden just apologized to Native Americans in front of the world about lost souls … if you care pls watch and share this video with the world.✌️&❤️Tom J.

[Tom Jackson @tomjacksonca]

Biden just apologized to Native Americans in front of the world about lost souls … if you care pls watch and share this video with the world.✌️&❤️Tom J.

[Aaron Rupar @atrupar]

That speech Michelle Obama just gave was one of the best of this entire cycle. She is unbelievable. Here’s how she brought it home.

[Bill Madden @maddenifico]

This gentleman is spot-fucking-on about why MAGA fascists worship a loathsome piece of shit who 99% of the democratic free world thinks is a disgusting bucket of ass vomit. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👇

[Sonya Sharp @SonyaSharpYYC]

My goal is always to bring your voice to Council. I consistently vote to represent my constituents because I believe in listening to what matters to you.

That’s why I am supporting the Engagement Notice of Motion next week—to fix a broken system where too often, public feedback is lost in the shuffle. We need a process where your input is not just heard but directly influences decisions.

This motion is a step toward ensuring Calgarians’ voices truly shape the future of our city. #yyccc

[Scott Santens @scottsantens]

Some reasons I'm voting for Harris:

1. She wants to restore the enhanced monthly child tax credit and make it permanent

2. She wants to introduce a new $6,000 tax credit for newborns

3. As a senator, she proposed an adult tax credit that I consider a solid step toward UBI

4. I ❤️ @Tim_Walz and his appreciation for universality and ranked choice voting

5. She wants to expand Medicare to cover home care

6. She is YIMBY and wants to build baby build

7. During the pandemic, she tried to get us $2,000 a month

8. She wants to sign the Freedom To Vote Act into law

9. She wants to sign into law legislation that would restore women's right to reproductive autonomy

10. She is an empathetic leader

[Simon House Recovery Centre @SimonHouseYYC]

Happy International Chef Day! 🎉👨‍🍳 A huge shoutout to Chef John Drewniak at Simon House! Thank you for providing comfort with your delicious meals! 🍽️❤️

#InternationalChefDay #SimonHouse