Month: March 2012

Blogishness, Self Improvement / Healthy Living

Landmark Forum Video’s From Veteran’s

Michael Anthony

I’ve had a few posts about the Landmark Forum, my first was a thorough review, and the second, most recent one, talked about how Landmark is holding free forum’s for Veteran’s.  Well, recently, I came across some videos with veteran’s talking about their experiences with Landmark and I thought it’d be relevant to share.

The first video is Tim Maloney a Vietnam Veteran:

[tube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QzXKgxGYDPk&[/tube]

 

The Second one is Gary Rideout a Desert Storm Veteran:

[tube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVltnOyhY8Y&[/tube]

 

Related Posts:

The Landmark Forum for Veterans

My Thorough Review of the Landmark Forum

 

Politics / News

Issues Surrounding Veterans and Prisoners of War – Guest Post

Michael Anthony

One of the possible subjects in writing military essays is the issues that surround veterans and prisoners of war.  There are quite a many issue involving veterans and POWs, which should be addressed not only by military essays and reports but also of their respective governments. Veterans and POWs often get special attention from their respective countries because of the sacrifices they made during a conflict.

Before naming the issues, it may be helpful to define first the words “veteran” and “POW.” Military essays often used jargons understandable by a few people, and it is better if readers know what this article is referring to. The term veteran used in this composition refers to any military individual who has experienced being directly involved or exposed to acts of armed conflicts. The term POW, meanwhile, refers to any individual, whether civilian or combatant, who was held in custody by an opposing side during or after an armed conflict.

One issue that surrounds veterans and POWs is that some of them have found it very hard to adjust to normal life after retiring from military service. Some of them have developed suicidal tendencies and penchant for violence and alcohol problems. Not a few veterans and POWS have developed post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. This disorder causes severe fear and helplessness after exposure to any event that could psychological trauma like wars.

Another issue that involves veterans and POWs is the lack of government support or care for veterans and POWs. According to an article in the London Metro, many war veterans “plunged into alcohol problems, crime and suicide” upon their return from a conflict, since not enough was done to care for them. Many veterans and POWs also succumbed to homelessness and relationship deteriorations. Instead of getting support, they are now suffering.

Related Posts:

Veteran’s Day Post

Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial Fund

Medal of Honor

Afghanistan War

Afghanistan War Poll

 

Uncategorized

Me and My Personal Statement – Guest Post

Michael Anthony

Looking back at the past, one of my dreams when I was a tenth-grader was to enter a prestigious college in the country and study medicine. Back then, my choices were Cambridge, Oxford and Imperial College. I’m now a student at a good medical school, although it might not be as great as the schools of my dream.

There was a time when I thought I could not enter a good college because of my grades. I’m a good student, but there were
occurrences that caused me to lower my guards and to become lax in my studies.

But why am I now a medical student?

The main reason why I am now studying a medical course is because I was able to convince the people manning the admission committee of my chosen university that I am suited to become a doctor.

How? Just through my personal statement. When I submitted my application to the UCAS, prime agency in charge of admissions in the UK, I made sure that I included a very convincing and emotion-moving personal statement. It was my only chance to prove that I am suited to become a medical student!

Well, I did focus all my personal feelings into my personal statement. That was the only way that I could justify my grades in high
school and persuade the university to accept me.  Of course, I have to support my statement with facts. I also focused on parading my skills and strengths, on how I could use them to succeed in this course. I also outlined my hobbies and interests that show the attitude that I could use to spring myself to success.

I think those were the secret why I’m now a medical student. I would not mind if you pattern your statement after mine!

Additional Posts:

5 Tips to Writing an MFA Personal Statement.

Blogishness, Self Improvement / Healthy Living, Uncategorized

INTRODUCTION TO THE LANDMARK FORUM FOR VETERANS

Michael Anthony

Where:  317A W. 33rd St. (in Manhattan—33rd and 8th Ave near Penn Station), New York, NY

When:  Monday, March 26, 2012 at 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm (all guests are requested to arrive by 6:45 pm)

Cost: Free of charge

The Landmark Forum is a 3.5-day seminar centering on a unique and seldom-studied area of practical philosophy known as “ontology.” In independent research, more than 94% of participants surveyed reported that The Landmark Forum made a “profound and lasting difference” in their lives. In addition to the benefits participants expected to receive, they reported entirely unexpected benefits, including:

• More satisfaction, peace of mind, happiness, and enjoyment in their jobs, studies, and other pursuits.

• Better relationships with co-workers, families & friends.

• Renewed ability to create career opportunities; clarity to make important decisions regarding one’s future career.

• New ability to be fully self-expressed; freedom from resentment and regret.

In this evening you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the Landmark Forum, connect with other Veterans and potentially discover some of the decisions you’ve made in your past that, the knowledge of which, will have a profound impact on your future.

Your family members, friends, co-workers are absolutely invited as well.

As indicated in the flyer, this Special Introduction is being held on Monday, March 26th, at 7:00 PM (arrive at 6:45 PM), at Landmark Education’s Manhattan location: 317-A West 33rd St. (between 8th & 9th Aves.) (closer to 8th Ave., on the North/uptown side of 33rd St.)

To reserve a seat, email Karen Aramino at: karamino@landmarkeducation.net

CLICK HERE TO READ MY REVIEW OF THE LANDMARK FORUM