Watch what people do, not just what they say.
Eminem's lyrics can be insulting, abrasive, politically incorrect, offensive, dark.
But he is a gem of an artist and human. A prime example of how actions can quietly speak volumes, even when words are the loudest part of your life. Despite a rough childhood, his accomplishments are remarkable:
One of the best-selling artists of all time, inducted to Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, 15-time Grammy winner, and Oscar winner for 8 Mile's best original song. At 50, he's still creating hit music with energy of a 20-year-old, and he founded the Marshall Mathers Foundation to support at-risk youth.
While some of his lyrics rhyme about extreme themes like violence, his real-life actions are grounded in an honorable legacy (unlike some others in the music industry...):
• 15+ years sober
• Raising his daughter
• Adopted 2 more children
• Soon-to-be grandfather
The hand-written note from his daughter in the final seconds of the new "Temporary" music video speaks volumes about the Role Model he truly is.
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Watch what people do, not what they say.
@DDuggan21 Everyone talking about how it lets MIN jump giants. What about trade between MIN and Giants?
Top 3 QBs, MHJ and Nabers are first 5 picks. If MIN wants JJ, trade is giants 1st and 2nd for MIN two 1sts. Pretty equal on value chart …
@heathcummingssr I need no stat corrections. Survived Gabe Davis and roschon Johnson putting up duds because Aubrey kicked like a machine. Went into SNF down 20.98 points, now up .02
Amazing, beautiful, peaceful, respectful temple.
Good vibes from the start: the security guard at the vehicle entrance greeted me with a "good morning have a great day bro", a head nod, and a smile.
The campus was immaculate.
For the first time in awhile, I wasn't the first to initiate a smile.
There was an air of respect that I wish could be found everywhere.
The architecture was truly out of this world. I appreciatively took photos in the areas where photography was permitted.
After choosing to watch a 10-min orientation video in a small, comfortable theatre room—briefly learning the history of Swaminarayan Akshardham—I headed outside, under a slightly overcast sky.
A feeling of connectedness crept up on me.
A large family thanked me for taking their photo.
Ready to enter the Mandir, I eagerly removed my shoes.
As if gazing up into the cosmos, I soaked in the magnificent sculptures and architecture. Photos not permitted inside; I focused my attention on the beauty, instilling the sense of awe into memory.
I walked alone but the feeling of connectedness overcame me.
Beautiful silence inside the Mandir created space for peace and gratitude.
A silence I will need to revisit.
Finishing my short trip, I went to the souvenir shop. Bought a blue cap with the Mandir's design on it. Regretfully didn't buy the statue of humility that for some reason reminded me of myself (I'll have to revisit and purchase it). I entered the café and enjoyed Indian cuisine.
Walked slowly back to my car, already thinking about my next visit.
There are scheduled ceremonies open to grateful guests like me to observe. I will revisit.
“In the joy of others lies our own.”
— Pramukh Swami Maharaj