On August 8, six Dalit Christian women were arrested by police in Uttar Pradeshs Azamgarh on charges that they were forcefully converting people of the Hindu faith into Christianity. The police acted on a complaint filed by a Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) member who accused them of luring others with money to take up the Christian faith.

What happened in Uttar Pradesh is nothing new or unusual, nor will it be the last such incident. Be it Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, or anywhere else in the country, Hindutva outfits are ever ready to cry wolf over what they call forced conversions or forced mass conversions.

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Every time the question of someone accepting the Christian faith comes to the fore in India, even the popular perception is that the person concerned has converted either only under duress or due to some inducement. This view is not just held by zealous Hindu fundamentalists, who unleash violence on members of the Christian community, but even by those who swear no allegiance to the Hindutva ideology. In popular parlance, therefore, the word converted assumes a pejorative connotation, for the crossover to the Christian faith in India is always believed to have taken place unconsciously and unwillingly by converts.

A March 25, 2015 photo shows a protest against anti-Christian violence in the country. Photo: Reuters

At one level, the reason for such a view to gain currency is the myth peddled by the anti-Christian brigade which alleges that mass conversions would result in a sizeable number of Hindus accepting Christianity. On the other hand, implicit in such a view is a casteist angle, the perception of it being a foreign religion, andthe ignorance of the evolution of the faith and its contemporary form in India.

Dent to the Hindu demography?

The view that mass conversions are affecting the preponderance of Hindus in the country is a factoid rather than a fact.

According to the data available from Census, the size of the Christian community relative to the countrys population has either been static or been on the decline since 1971. The 1971 Census estimated that Christians accounted for 2.6% of Indias population. By 2001, this figure dropped to 2.3%. While the religious composition of 2011 Census figures has never been released, leaked data has shown that there has been a further decline in the size of the community.

On the contentious issue of religious conversion, a Pew research report released in June 2021, notes that it is rare for someone in India to make a switch from one religion to another.

An overall pattern of stability in the share of religious groups is accompanied by little net change from movement into, or out of, most religious groups. Among Hindus, for instance, any conversion out of the group is matched by conversion into the group, the report underlines.

The report was based on a survey carried out among nearly 30,000 Indians from various religious backgrounds. Among Hindus, for instance, any conversion out of the group is matched by conversion into the group: 0.7% of respondents say they were raised Hindu but now identify as something else, and roughly the same share (0.8%) say they were notraised Hindu but now identify as Hindu, the report notes.

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However, these estimates still do not convince many about the myth of mass conversions. Nobody, including Christians themselves, believes the official figures, nor what surveys portray on the size of the community in the country. This is because a large number of them are crypto Christians, for they officially present themselves as Hindus while practicing their Christian faith privately. This dual identity is essential for Christians populating Indias hinterlands to face a host of social and economic challenges that arise from the time they accept the Christian faith.

Even if we were to include the crypto Christians, the population size of the community would still not be anywhere near what the peddlers of the mass conversion myth portray. According to statisticians Todd Johnson and Kenneth Ross, Christians account for 4.8% of Indias population. Some, including Jason Mandryk, puts it at 5.84%. At best, the community in India can be termed as a mini or minuscule minority, relative to other minority religious groups.

However, for many Indians, their flawed perceptions about the community blind them from seeing the reality on the ground. As a result, they make outlandish claims and raise a false alarm about the Christian missionary mafia taking over India.

For instance, recently an English-educated upper caste Hindu young man from a metro city, who presented himself as a liberal (I-have-Christian-and-Muslim-friends), told this writer that Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy (a practicing Christian) was giving Rs 50,000 per person in his state to convert Hindus into Christianity. Not only is this a falsehood, but it is laughable, for it even defies any common sense. It is surprising that a politician as shrewd as Reddy would be more interested in increasing the headcount of Christians by putting his political future at stake at a time when extra vigilant Hindutva outfits are eagerly ready to expose any such attempts. In reality, such a view is reflective of the contempt a large section of our society has for a practicing Christian who is a chief minister.

This anti-Christian sentiment, therefore, is not just confined to Hindu fundamentalists but runs deep in our society, portraying Christians as a community whose sole purpose in their lives is to proselytise and see their numbers grow.

Members of Christian community and supporters hold placards during a protest rally against the Anti-Conversion bill, which was tabled yesterday during the Winter Session of Karnataka Legislative Assembly, in Bengaluru, Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021. Photo: PTI.

Social realities of the community

This suspicious and contemptuous view of the community is also reflected in various judgments and laws passed in Independent India. From 1977 when the Supreme Court in Rev Ft Stanislaus v State of Madhya Pradesh case upheld Madhya Pradeshs anti-conversion law to a string of such laws enacted in 14 Indian states with more teeth recently, the practice and propagation of Christian faith in India can attract criminal charges. The fact these laws clearly violate Article 25 of the Indian constitution which allows individuals the liberty to profess, practice and propagate their religion freely does not seem to apply in the case of the Christian community.

Also read: India 10th Most Dangerous Country to Live in for Christians: Report

Whether by design or otherwise, such laws are paradoxically called the freedom of religion act in most states where such laws exist. Something as simple and private as accepting and practicing faith now requires potential converts to go through a convoluted bureaucratic process. They now have to give advance notice to district magistrates explaining the real intent behind such conversion. The proof of burden strangely rests with the person who wishes to convert rather than with those who accuse them of forced conversion. Failing to do so can attract criminal charges which make it a non-bailable offence, requiring them to cough up hefty penalties and serve jail terms.

The rising attacks against Christians can be safely described as attacks on Dalits and the marginalised of this country. As many as 74% of Indian Christians belong to lower castes, and Dalits and Tribals together account for 57%. Given that Dalits who accept Christianity are stripped of their access to reservations as they lose Scheduled Caste status (only officially, but socially still face the humiliation as Dalits), they face double discrimination both for their faith and their social location.

What many get wrong about Indian Christianity today is that they still view it as a foreign religion, relying excessively on overseas contributions for its survival. However, a large part of the contemporary Indian Church has long delinked its connections with the West.

A number of churches and prayer halls in remote parts of India do not in any way claim association with any pope or papacy, or any diocese or archbishop. They are established with limited means pooled in from the small faithful congregations in their own villages. All they can promise is a sense of community and spiritual well-being but nothing in terms of material benefits (inducements). Most of them hold prayer meetings in makeshift tents or tin-roofed rooms, reflecting their own socio-economic conditions. No doubt large-scale Christian organisations still do exist, but their hold and influence on the Indian Christian community have declined greatly.

This is because these charismatic or new-age churches are an outward projection of the democratisation that has taken place in the Indian Christendom. Unlike in Hinduism where the priesthood is still an exclusive privilege of one community, in Christianity, one does not have to belong to or have a certain level of educational qualifications to become clergy in their churches. Often, they empower men and women of all age groups and social statuses to interpret the Biblical doctrine and preach to their brethren in their local language and idiom and connect it to their own physical world. However, one must also bear in mind that this is limited to the spiritual realm while their social lives are still plagued by caste realities.

Therefore, in reality, the bogey of mass conversion is indicative of collective frustration and insecurity on the part of Hindutva outfits at the perceived injustice to and rejection of the Hindu faith by some converts. The stark reality, however, is that Christianity in India in no way poses a threat to the demographic and philosophical might of Hinduism. But the political ideology of Hindutva leverages this paranoia for electoral purposes to consolidate Hindus (often divided along caste lines) in the name of religion.

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New Delhi Majnu ka Tila area in Delhi is inhabited by Hindus who came to India from Pakistan. These Hindus moved here in 2011, Since then many leaders came and made various promises. Since then, many leaders came and gave various promises but none of them were fulfilled, the refugee Hindus said. On the one hand, there was talk of providing flats with all facilities to the Rohingya Muslim infiltrators, but nothing was given to us. Such regret is being expressed by them. 145 Hindu families are living in this place.

1. In India, however, Hindus who own farms in the Sindh provinces are now forced to sell mobile phone covers. They say that the Government has not helped us in the last 10 years. Basic facilities such as water, electricity, etc. have not been provided. After the Court order, electricity has started 3 months ago and water has started last year. They said that 1-2 Hindu organizations have helped.

2. Some said that they were able to come to India after getting a visa from Pakistan. Many of them who could not get visas are suffering torture in Pakistan.

3. Women here refuse to allow their photographs to be taken by journalists, fearing that if their photographs are published, they will be identified and their relatives in Pakistan will suffer.

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Pro-choice Americans have a serious fight on their hands. Since the Supreme Courts decision in June to strike down Roe v Wade, which held that the right to abortion was protected by the constitution, abortion has once again become a question for state legislatures. And so now begins the hard work of winning the democratic argument for choice of persuading the people in those anti-abortion states of the case for womens reproductive freedom.

So it is more than a little disappointing to see many on the pro-choice side now seeking to shut down that debate. Last week, a public letter signed by over 600 US abortion providers and healthcare workers, and organised by Physicians for Reproductive Health (PRH), was published by the feminist magazine Jezebel. The letter calls on the media to de-platform anti-abortion activists.

The letter claims that the media, in seeking to provide balance on the abortion debate, are giving too much airtime to anti-abortion extremists. And by doing so, journalists are enabling dangerous lies to spread.

One signatory, a PRH board member, tells Jezebel that she will no longer engage in media requests that either require her to debate an anti-abortion activist or even simply plan to present her views alongside anti-abortion views. My job is not [to] engage or debate, quite literally, white supremacists, says. She similarly accuses her anti-choice opponents of being connected to violent hate groups.

As well as deriding the opponents of abortion as beyond the pale and unworthy of engagement, the letters signatories even try to claim that abortion is not a legitimate subject of public discussion. Allow us to be clear: medicine and science are not up for debate, the letter declares.

This is wrong and counter-productive on a number of levels. For the pro-choice side to run away from debate would be a catastrophic error. Just because the current Supreme Court and many Republican lawmakers are bitterly opposed to abortion does not mean that the broader public cannot be brought around to a pro-choice view.

On the contrary, earlier this month, in Kansas, when the question of abortion rights was put directly to the people in a referendum, voters turned out in huge numbers for the pro-choice side. An amendment to the state constitution that would have eliminated protections for abortion rights was rejected decisively. Clearly, these voters did not need to be shielded from anti-abortion views to come to a pro-choice conclusion.

The Kansas vote fits a pattern we have seen around the world. Over the past 15 years, the pro-choice side has won referendums in Ireland, San Marino and Portugal all places that might once have been written off as too religious or traditional to support abortion rights.

Yet despite the pro-choice side passing these democratic tests despite all this proof that mobilising supporters via the ballot box is a winning strategy too many in the US pro-choice movement are still wary of democracy and debate. Instead of trying to win over the public with progressive arguments for womens bodily autonomy, they would rather shirk the debate altogether, either by de-platforming opponents or by insisting that the debate should be left to medical experts or the courts.

Even those of us who are staunchly pro-choice know that abortion is about far more than science and healthcare. Pro-choice views tend to be grounded in beliefs in freedom, equality and privacy. Whether a woman can access an abortion or not will determine whether she is able to excercise her moral and bodily autonomy.

Usually, it is the anti-choice side that likes to reduce all the ethical questions around abortion to a matter of ending human life. Yet in the case of the letter in Jezebel, it is the pro-choice side that is attempting to strip the argument for abortion rights of everything that makes it politically progressive.

The letter also tries to argue that by airing anti-abortion views, the media are encouraging harassment and even violence towards abortion providers. It is true that at many clinics, workers and women seeking abortions can face harassment and protests. Physicians, gynaecologists, receptionists and security guards who work at abortion clinics have even been killed by anti-abortion extremists over the years. Just last month, a man was charged with arson in Kalamazoo, Michigan for setting fire to a Planned Parenthood building after posting anti-abortion content on his YouTube channel.

But such violence is clearly not representative of mainstream anti-abortion activism. And it is certainly no excuse for the pro-choice side to vacate the arena of public debate.

After all, without robust debate, how will pro-choicers take on the dangerous lies that they attribute to anti-abortion campaigners? Theres no doubt that the anti-choice side makes numerous false claims from pseudoscientific assertions that abortion causes breast cancer to conspiracy theories about fetuses being tortured or harvested in abortion clinics. But surely it is better to rebut such myths in public and to correct the record, rather than letting these ideas fester underground.

The truth is that the pro-choice side needs to do far more to raise public awareness about the reality of what abortion services provide and why they are necessary. For instance, whenever I write about abortion on spiked, a typical response is that women simply need to learn how to use contraception. But the reality is that one in four women seeking an abortion in the UK were using contraception at the time they got pregnant. Unless pro-choicers engage in public debate, such misconceptions will go unchallenged.

Fighting for freedom is never easy. But the battle can only be won by engaging the public in a serious discussion. Only then will the argument for choice and autonomy stand a chance of winning out. Banning the other side or refusing to debate will get us nowhere.

Ella Whelan is the author of The Case For Womens Freedom, the latest in the Academy of Ideas radical pamphleteering series, Letters on Liberty.

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The cryptocurrency market, which continues to tackle uncertainties around it, has seen the usage of stablecoins multiply in last couple of years. According to data by European Central Bank, stablecoins market capitalisation increased from 23 billion to around 150 billion in the Q1, CY2021. In September, 2021, around 75% of trading on cryptocurrency platforms involved stablecoins. Market behaviour suggests that stablecoins are being used to trade cryptocurrency assets. Stablecoins act as intermediary when cryptocurrency investors want to exit a market position and re-enter it later. Stablecoins can help with trading between different cryptocurrency exchanges, and can also help investors with their financial stability when cryptocurrency markets are bearish in nature, Sathvik Vishwanath, co-founder and CEO, Unocoin, a cryptocurrency exchange, told FE Digital Currency.

Reportedly, stablecoins such as Tether, USD Coin and Binance USD account for close to 90% of the total stablecoin market. According to experts, stablecoins can be used as a currency because of its collateral value being associated with the United States Dollar (USD). Information from Federal Reserve, a government body, mentioned that a two-tiered banking system, where banks are supervised under state and federal levels, can support both stablecoin issuance and maintain traditional forms of credit creation. As stablecoins are backed by financial services authorities, it can be a frontrunner in the cryptocurrency space. In the longer-term, I believe interoperability between stablecoins and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) will take place, Anndy Lian, chief digital advisor, Mongolian Productivity, a governmental organisation, said.

It is believed that stablecoins can help to bridge the gap between cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies, due to their relatively low price volatility. Stablecoins can be used to ensure monetary balance as companies can pay salaries and conduct transactions between different geographies. As stablecoins can be tracked, governments can implement regulations to excercise control over it without their complete ban, Aliasgar Merchant, lead developer of relations, Akash Network, a decentralised cloud platform, stated.

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Its pretty clear in todays world that just about anything can go viral. Theres no rhyme or reason as to why something may all of sudden gain the attention of thousands. However, there most definitely has to be good reason for something to gain popularity and maintain it. The stylish articles of clothing have achieved that feat and gained tons of five-star reviews on Amazon in the process mostly because they look good on everything.

Each shirt, skirt, or dress have an excess of five-star reviews that prove just how great they are. In fact, some even have well over 15,000 five-star reviews, like this sports bra and pack of cotton tank tops.

Their success isnt some fluke. All these pieces are continuing to sell because they can look good on anyone. These skinny jeans, for example, have tons of size options with specific short, regular, and long fits. Others pieces, like these denim shorts, have already been established to somehow make everyones bum look good. Its almost like theyre the jeans from The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.

Clothes arent the only things that thousands of shoppers have been obsessed with. You can also put trust in your fellow Amazon lovers for a new bikini or chic round sunglasses. Whatever youre in the market for, use these reviews to guide you in the right direction.

01

This Soft Swing Dress That Feels Like Pajamas But Looks Much Cuter

When in doubt, throw on this super soft swing dress. Made with 95% rayon and 5% elastane, it has just the right amount of stretch to really made it as comfy as your favorite T-shirt that you sleep in. With slight pleats, the bottom half beautifully drapes over your shape and keeps it flowing in the breeze.

One reviewer said: Love this dress! Feels like pjs but looks like a cute, casual little sundress. The fabric is soft, stretchy and has washed well. The cut is generous enough that I can easily sit in the floor with my toddlers without flashing anybody. Looks good with sandals or sneakers.

02

These Stretchy Bikini Briefs With 89,000 Five-Star Reviews

These cotton bikini briefs are breathable and comfy enough for all-day wear and will easily become your new go-tos. This pack of six comes out to just a bit over $2 for each pair making them a steal that you just cant pass up and over 89,000 five-star reviewers agree. Spandex makes up the remaining blend of these 95% cotton underwear and makes them easier to slip into than other panties. Theres no annoying back tag to worry about peaking out, either, which just adds to the comfort.

One reviewer said: I think I have a new favorite panty! That 5% of elastane makes them look and feel much more like nylon/spandex and they dont have the slight bulk you get with 100% cotton. They fit perfectly, do not ride up, and are very comfortable.

03

A Ruffled Dress With 3 Different Sleeve Options

If youre the kind of person that buys every color available once you find something you love, youre gonna end up adding 10 variations of this tunic dress to your cart. The adorable tiered ruffled body of the dress comes either sleeveless, with long lantern sleeves, or with short sleeves. Plus, there are a ton of cute colors and patterns (including a geometric-looking one) that you can choose from. Each version of the dress has the same V-neck and pretty high-low hem.

One reviewer said: This dress is absolute perfection! The fit was impeccable - flowy without looking ill-fitting, and hit me just above the knee. I wore with cowboy boots and loved that I could chase my toddler around while still looking cute in this dress. The fabric is just thick enough to lay smooth and not cling, while not being heavy. Not see thru at all.

04

A Double-Layered Dress With Fun Bell Sleeves

The oversize bell sleeves on this shift mini dress give it just the right oomph to take it from day to night in just an instant. Pair it with some comfy sandals for lunch and strappy heels for dinner. Made of high-density chiffon, the piece is lightweight while still being heavy enough to keep you comfy on a chilly night. Choose from layered lace, solid colors, and elegant florals. All options are double-lined so you dont have to worry about it being see-through.

One reviewer said: Perfect dress for any occasion, can be dressed up or down and bell sleeves are a perfect loose fit. Will definitely be ordering more colors! Its also double layered, so no chance of being see-through and the quality was much higher than I was expecting.

05

This Maxi Skirt With A Comfy Elastic Waistband

The elastic waistband makes this maxi skirt not too tight, not too loose, but just right. The lightweight chiffon flows freely as the drawstring in the waist hugs your body is the most gentle way. The skirts floor length will pair perfectly with heels, sandals, and even sneakers.

One reviewer said: My skirt arrived on time and bundled well. Can easily dress up or down. Light enough for the hotter months, but I can easily see myself wearing this year long.

06

A Longline Cardigan That Doubles As A Chic Beach Coverup

Pieces that can be used in more than one way are the best buys. This longline caridgan is one of those magical treasures. Its open fit can be worn both as a cardigan with a tee and jeans or as a beach coverup. The 3/4-length sleeves give you room to breathe on those super hot days while the waist tie lets you cover up when a chilly breeze comes by.

One reviewer said: It is PERFECT. I can't believe how pretty it is for the low cost. It's colorful, drapes well with the included belt and I feel pretty awesome walking around in its flowy dramatic self.

07

These High-Waisted Biker Shorts With A Hidden Pocket

Its helpful to have at least one pair of reliable biker shorts, and this pair will eliminate the need for any others. The perfect combination of softness and stretchiness, these are equally good for working out and lounging. The wide waistband conforms to your curves and keeps the shorts from riding down. Keep your phone and wallet in the two outer pockets and your keys in the hidden interior pocket so you have everything you need without carrying a bag.

One reviewer said: Best shorts ever!! Stays put, does not cut in the waist although i thought it would because it does have elastic band ariund waist. Its great length , perhaps about 2 inches above my knee and i am 511. I am realt happy its somewhat long as it doesnt roll up as i excercise. I need to see if they have leggings i want those too. Really good material, cut, everything. I am impressed!!

08

This A-Line Midi Dress With 3/4-Length Sleeves

While this midi dress has an amazing comfiness that comes from its loose-fit design, the A-line cut of the dress doesnt just fall flat. The slight flare, round neck, and 3/4-length sleeves give it a simple and classic look thats fit for many occasions. Accessorize one of the many color options (including gorgeous pastels) with heels and statement earrings for a night out.

One reviewer said: This dress is so beautiful. The quality is amazing it is heavy and giving the price a great buy. It is a fun dress that can be dressed up or down. I purchased it for a wedding and it's working for me.

09

A Relaxed-Fit Tee With A High-Low Hem

This is your everyday tee with a bit of an upgrade. First, this scoopneck T-shirt is made of a rayon/elastane material thats so soft that you wont want to take it off. Second, the hem has a high-low cut that makes it cute enough to actually wear out instead of just to bed.

One reviewer said: I bought this shirt in 2 more colors after receiving it. Its extremely soft and comfortable. What surprised me the most was how flattering it is. Its not clingy at all, but not bulky either.

10

This Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress With Pockets

This spaghetti strap maxi dress is super breathable and wont make you feel suffocated on even the hottest day. You dont even have to carry a purse with you if you dont want to, thanks to the two side pockets that have enough room to fit the essentials. In addition to the strappy V-neck and loose fit, this dress also has airy side slits, which means one thing is for sure when wearing this garment: comfort.

One reviewer said: This is going to be my go to dress for the entire summer. The material is very cooling ladies, perfect for hot summers in the South. I've already worn it a couple of times and received compliments on it. It's super flowy all over but just adding a fun necklace dressed it up perfectly.

11

A Ruffled Mini Skirt With An Adjustable Drawstring Waist

A mini skirt is already a fun and playful thing to wear, but this sweet option takes things to the next level with its ruffled, tiered design. In addition to giving it a looser fit, these accents add movement and are so trendy right now. No matter what color or pattern of this skirt you choose or how you style it, youll be comfortable after adjusting the drawstring waist.

One reviewer said: Such a cute skirt, it looks great with crop tops, body suits or really anything! I love it.

12

A Pleated Maxi Dress Thats As Soft As A T-Shirt

This short sleeve maxi dress feels as simple (and soft) as a T-shirt up top, but has the addition of pleats in the skirt to make it look as elegant as can be. Appropriate for a casual office day, dinner with your beau, or a lunch with friends, its versatility is worth much more than its affordable price.

One reviewer said: This material is our bestfriend anyway but the cut is perfection. I wore this over my bathing suit at the beach but honestly it can be dressed up or down. Great dress, great quality. Its a must buy!

13

This Loose-Fitting Sundress With A Stylish Side Slit

The semi-circle hem on this sleeveless sundress brings a unique touch and a few styling possibilities. The two side slits just add to the playful round shape of the hem. But, if you want to switch it up a bit, tie a knot to not only change the shape of the piece, but give yourself some more air as you walk. Use the two side pockets to keep your chapstick (or whatever else you need) at hand.

One reviewer said: The dress looks great and is super comfy. I think this dress is a win for every body type. This dress will be a great go-to during warm weather. I actually ordered two and am so glad I did!

14

A Wool Blend Hat That Is Actually Lightweight

This panama hat looks and feels so much more expensive than it actually is, which is a total fashion win. The lightweight but high-quality wool blend makes it the perfect accessory throughout any season and the skinny belt buckle detail is easy to match to nearly every outfit. This comfortable yet chic chapeau comes in bright oranges and pinks in addition to classic shades of beige and black.

One reviewer said: Love this hat! At first, I was worried it might be heavy in weight because of its wool-like texture, but it was actually lightweight! This hat will go with any outfit.

15

This Swing Midi Skirt That Can Be Dressed Up Or Down

This pleated midi skirt will have you randomly twirling just because of how dream-like itll look when you do. The lightweight fabric will not only flow in the wind but keep you cool as well. Pull on the elastic waistband in seconds and youll be out the door in no time.

One reviewer said: This is a great, lightweight skirt. Versatile and can be dressed up or down. The best part is that it has POCKETS! Very flowy and fun.

16

A Boat-Neck Dress With 3/4-Length Sleeves & A Flared Hem

This boat-neck dress really is an essential. Hitting just above the knee and sporting 3/4-length sleeves, its the perfect thing to throw on when its somewhere in the middle of being hot and cold, and it works equally well in casual and professional settings. Plus, its so soft that you wont want to take it off even after you get home.

One reviewer said: The dress fit very comfortably. Light weight with 3/4 sleeves is perfect for the Florida transition from outside hot and humid to inside cold AC. It is well finished, soft and felt good on. I purchased for a business casual environment, so I wanted a loose fit.

17

This Casual Tunic Top With An Asymmetrical Hem

This V-neck tunic top is perfect for layering with a cardigan or wearing on its own over leggings. The length and unique asymmetrical hem flows beautifully, and the lightweight fabric beautifully drapes over you.

One reviewer said: This shirt is way way comfortable! It is very soft and flowy. Just threw it in my normal wash with other items and it turned out perfect out of the dryer, no special washing needed. great! Love it, would highly recommend!

18

A Bodycon Dress With Sleeves That Can Be Worn 2 Ways

Rock this bodycon midi dress completely off-the-shoulder or on one shoulder as you get dressed for date night. The knit fabric is ribbed to give it a bit of texture, but its still super soft so youll be comfy at even the most fancy event.

One reviewer said: Beautiful dress that can be casual with sandals or dressed up with heels. Great fabric, light weight but thick enough not to see underwear imprint. All around great purchase. Just bought 2 more colors.

19

This Classic Midi Skirt With Gorgeous Pleats

All good things come back around, and knee-length pleated skirts are one of them. This chiffon skirt has a bit of a flare thatll make you want to go dancing just so you can show off its flow capabilities. This pastel pink or the champagne-like color are my favorites but there are a good amount of other sweet and classic hues to choose from.

One reviewer said: The quality of this skirt is amazing! I bought the teal skirt and the color is rich and its thick with a built in slip. The pleats stay perfect even after I washed and steamed it for wrinkles.

20

A Staple Tee Thats Made Of 100% Cotton

Theres nothing wrong with a good, classic T-shirt. This round-neck short sleeve is the perfect one to run errands in, meet up for lunch in, or even tuck under a blazer for a casual office look. Its 100% cotton blend and natural fit will have you looking and feeling good.

One reviewer said: This top had a beautiful fit, easy to wash, affordable and felt like it was made out of quality material, not cheap and see through. I will be getting more in other colors.

21

This V-Neck Blouse With Wrap Detailing

Whoever came up with this wrap blouse is a genius. Its just as comfortable as any other rayon top with a touch of spandex, but the faux wrap detail makes it look so much more fancy. The V-neck and long batwing sleeves both bring a laid-back vibe to the top while still being put-together enough to wear to the office or a nice dinner.

One reviewer said: I've worn this shirt a few more times and washed it like I do all my other shirts, it held up no problem and it didnt bleed or lose shape. I absolutely love this shirt.

22

These Biker Shorts That Dont Bunch Up As You Exercise

The narrow elastic bands and tag-free waist on these biker shorts help to make them smooth as they can possibly be. Plus, by adding cotton to the spandex blend, the pair is a bit softer than a typical pair of active shorts. Wear them when actually biking, working out, grocery shopping, or just relaxing at home.

One reviewer said: They're super comfortable, they keep their shape (they stretch out a tiny bit which seems like a normal amount as you wear them but just wash and dry them and they bounce right back to size), they're well made and they don't creep up, ride up or bunch up.

23

This Classic-Fit Button Down Thats Made From 100% Cotton

A clean and classic-fit button up is always a good idea when getting dressed for work in the morning. But in case you havent seen the trend going around on your Instagram feed, its also a chic way to cover up at the beach. Whatever you want to use it for, this one is made of 100% cotton to give you that structured look with a soft touch.

One reviewer said: I love this top! It's hard to find a button down that isn't thin and cheaply made, at an affordable price. This one hits the mark. Great quality. Holds its structure and isnt thin.

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We all have ups and downs, and at first glance, it may seem that other people live a much happier life than we do. But nobody knows how much time and effort it takes for other people to get a successful job or build a happy family.

Its pointless to compare ourselves to others because you never know what you have to go through to get the same result.

The desire to compare ourselves with someone else is a normal function of the brain. It makes it easier for us to determine our significance, and it also motivates us to self-development.

However, comparing yourself to others can beharmful, especially if you have low self-esteem. Below, you'll find simple ways to stop comparing yourself to others and begin to concentrate on your own life.

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No matter what we achieve, it's natural to feel victory and a sense of failure at the same time. After all, there are always examples of successful people in social networks who have achieved more and do not look tired in the photo while you're exhausted.

Because of this, it may appear an illusion that self-improvement is necessary, as it's aimed to help us overcome weaknesses. As a result, people stop doing what they are good at and focus on endless self-improvement.

There are only 24 hours in a day to be successful, and we need to prioritize achieving our goals over anything else. You should stop focusing on others because you drastically reduce your chances of success if you spend time focusing on your weaknesses. Therefore, you need to focus on your strengths, not your weaknesses, to reach your full potential.

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Your life is formed by what you do. If you work at a boring job, live with the wrong person, and regret spending money on yourself while making sacrifices for othersthis is not from kindness but low self-esteem. You need to understand a simple thing: Its natural to love yourself unconditionally.

A person with healthy self-esteem does not look for explanations and does not say that there is no way out.

If you don't compare yourself to anyone, you're focused on yourself it's not about being selfish. People with high self-evaluation feelings do what they want and are not afraid of the consequences. They live the way they like and do what they love. If they are married, its exclusively for love, and if love is gone, they get divorced. Loving yourself is the ability to live the way you want. If we care about ourselves, we dont compare ourselves with others.

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When you look at other people's accomplishments and don't feel anything except envy, you are just wasting time. Instead of just dreaming about a new life, use this time to reevaluate your goals. It would be best if you never compare yourself to others in terms that you're not lucky.

If you want to live differently, you first need to understand how to achieve this and avoid self-doubt. Ask yourself, "What do I want?" The next step is to collect information, decide what needs to be changed and do it. This will make you feel like you are in control of your life. And you will not have time to analyze someone else's life.

People are unique when they act outside common patterns, stereotypes, rules, and norms. The key tonot comparing yourself to others is there. A child shows their uniqueness, then tries to be like everyone else, and begins to hide it diligently when it doesn't work out. As a result, adult people comply with the norms and rules, although they would like to live differently and engage in entirely different tasks.

An excellent and non-traumatic way to find your uniqueness is a hobby. You need to specify what you would like to do. Often a hobby develops into full-time employment. The main rule is not to make theoretical discussions but to start. Self-love is not a one-time practice: you must practice it every day.

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Social media are the scourge of our time. When a person visits the page, they see updates of their friends and acquaintances, photos of achievements, and other happy moments. It isn't easy to understand how to stop comparing yourself to others physically or by other parameters in such conditions.

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Because of this, it seems that others lives are continuously positive while yours is nothing outstanding. But happy pictures from social networks reflect the situation on the surface. They do not show the colossal work behind it. So, social media detox is essential.

One more answer to how to stop comparing your life to others is to spend time and energy thinking about what you have. You should be busy with your family, friends, work, all the things that matter in your life. Then you will simply no longer need to compare yourself.

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As you know, where thought goes, energy flows. If thought reacts to the surrounding signals, then a negative, grumpy, critical thought is dramatized. You can't stop thinking, but you should change your thinking process. The first step is to face reality and make a statement: "I compare myself to a thing." The next step is to change the situation. If you deny the fact and are afraid to face reality, you can't move forward.

Switch your attention from negative thoughts to positive ones. At first, it won't be easy. But over time, you form a new habit. It is believed that it takes 21 days to create a new stable pattern. So why not do an experiment that promises a qualitative change in life?

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All people tend to worry about something. It is normal to worry about a crisis, coronavirus, job change, or your home situation. But it's not ok to worry that someone else has a more exciting and colorful life than you. This approach does not solve the problem because nothing changes in your life; only negative things are added.

It would be best if you first calm your mind and learn to perceive the success of others evenly. Then, try meditation, breathing exercises, light sports, creativity, etc., and find your method of calming the brain.

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If you think about what to say to someone who compares themselves to others, there is one more great hint. No one is perfect, yet it is common for most to strive for this imaginary ideal. There are many reasons for this, and the roots of the problem are in childhood and the education system. But even grown-ups very often don't accept themselves. As a result, a person develops toxic shame.

When you learn to accept your shortcomings, you will know what it is like to be satisfied with yourself and calmly move forward. You will stop comparing yourself to the success of others, and you will no longer feel doubt about yourself and your achievements.

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There is one useful aspect of comparing yourself to others: It can help you set new goals for yourself. For many people, comparison with others is the impulse for their development.

But the essential thing to rememberis not to experience negative emotions and to not damage your self-esteem. That is why it is so important to focus on yourself, engage in self-development, and become the best version of yourself.

The next time you decide to compare yourself to your friend or famous blogger, do it a little differently: Think about what you can learn from the person who caught your attention.

You caninvest your time and energy in learning helpful information about the life of people who inspire you and their path to success. Please pay attention to the facts that brought positive changes in life.

And invite it into your life because even small steps can help make it better.

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Natalie Maximetsis a life transformation coach with expertise in clinical and existential psychology.

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Tyler Cowen holds the Holbert C. Harris chair in economics at George Mason University. He is the bestselling author of numerous books, and has written regularly for The New York Times. Daniel Gross is an entrepreneur and investor who founded search engines Cue and Pioneer.

Here, Cowan shares five key insights from their new book, Talent: How to Identify Energizers, Creatives, and Winners Around the World.Listen to the audio versionread by Cowan himselfin the Next Big Idea App.

According to one recent estimate, the total value of talent or human capital in the world is about $552 trillion. How we mobilize, identify, and induce talent to reach for greater ambition and greater aspirations is fundamental in determining the success of our societies. If you look at the American economy since 1960, it is estimated that at a bare minimum, 20 to 40 percent of the growth in the US economy has come from the better allocation of talentin this case, women and minorities.

We see many regions throughout the world that, today, are much greater sources of talent than before. Look, for instance, at India, and how many individuals born there have become top-tier CEOs in Silicon Valley. Decades ago, that was not happening. These individuals are now creating more value, and are also giving some of that value back to India. That is a sign that we are not sufficiently optimistic, not sufficiently aspirational, about how much better identification and mobilization of talent can do for us.

If you are sitting in a chair and issuing proclamations about who are the smartest or most hard-working people, you will have only limited success. The way you truly succeed with talent identification is by getting the talented people to want to findyou.

This is what economists call a decentralized mechanism, as outlined in the works of Nobel laureate Friedrich Hayek. On any given day, your outreach to the rest of the world may not seem urgent, but what image are you projecting? What kind of Bat Signal are you sending? Who wants to meet you? Who is recommending you to their friends? Those are all instances of soft networks for talent identification. And if you invest preemptively in those soft networksmake them strong, convincing, persuasive, and appealingthat is the first key to doing well at talent.

A related idea for success and talent identification is using scouts. They could be explicit scouts whom you pay directly, or they could just be people who are aligned with your mission and want you to do well. Or maybe they want to help out their friends by recommending them to your institution. Successful institutions at talent search and identification are very good at mobilizing scouts. Again, you want to have decentralization on your side, not working against you.

Many interviews are bureaucratic processes done only to satisfy the requirements of human resources departments. So you can ask a candidate, What was a mistake you made in your previous job? Theyll have a prepared answer that indicates theyre capable of some self-awareness, but theyre not going to let on about some truly vital mistake that could make you decide not to hire them. So if you ask that question, youre mainly testing for preparationbut youre not going to learn much.

The key is to get the person talking about something they did not come prepared to discuss. It could be an interest of theirs, it could be their understanding of how they approach some part of their lives, it could be about their favorite sports teambut when the person is in conversational mode, you will get a better sense of that individuals personality, intellect, ability to relate to other people, and ability to explain things. How do they approach novel situations? How do they think on their feet? Conversation is what people do most of the time in most jobs, so the interview itself should be about conversation.

It will depend on context, but here are a few questions we like to ask in interviews: which of your beliefs are you most likely wrong about? Whats the most courageous thing youve ever done? If you joined us, and then in three to six months you were no longer here, why would that be? What did you like to do as a child? Did you feel appreciated at your last job? What was the biggest way in which you did not feel appreciated? (Thats a way to see if the person simply gets upset in almost any environment they would be placed in.) How did you prepare for this interview? What is something esoteric that you do?

One question we like to ask candidates is: What are the open tabs in your browser right now? That gets at how a person spends his or her time. It gets at their true interests. Its not so important what those open tabs are, but rather how the person talks about them and thinks about them. Does the person show a lot of enthusiasm for what theyre reading online? Do they show a good command of detail? You also might find out what kind of mind they have, or how they make decisions. Some people will have 300 open tabs and their life is an informational chaos, but theyll be attuned to many online developments. Other people are super neat, and they have zero unread emails and close out all their browser tabs each evening. That will be good for some kinds of jobs, and less advantageous for others.

Another question we like to ask candidates is to see how well they are aiming for continual self-improvement: what is it you do to improve your career that is similar to a classical pianist practicing scales every day? Again, the specific answer might matter, but you want to know, is the person thinking about self-improvement at all? Do they have any answer to that question? If the person simply hasnt thought about self-improvement, youll get a lot of hemming and hawing and a long silence.

But some might give you an enthusiastic answer. A writer might say, Well, I write every day. I run what Im doing by an editor, and I show my writing to all my friends. That is the beginning of an answer indicating there will be self-improvement and compounding returns over time. Daniel Gross and I have a favorite saying: personality is revealed on weekends. In a persons spare time, what does he or she actuallydo? You want some sense of that for job candidates, what they do to improve themselves.

To be sure, for many jobs you may need a certain level of intelligence, but beyond that, intelligence and success in the endeavor are remarkably weakly correlated. So dont focus too much on smarts alone.

You might wonder then, Well, what other categories would I look for in a job candidate? One would be energywhats the persons energy level? Are they going to bring energy to the task all the time theyre working on it? Another would be durabilitydoes this person stick with projects? To repeat an earlier idea, focus on compounding, continuous returns to self-improvement. Does the person work well with others? This is critical in virtually all workplace endeavors, and is often much more important than intelligence. Another way of putting this is, how good is the person at using or relying on the intelligence of others? How good is the person at knowing when he or she does not have the right answer, and ought to go ask someone else? How well does a person understand the hierarchies in various social institutions? A lot of people can be smart or hard-working, but theyre maximizing along the wrong hierarchies. I have in mind, say, people who become champion gamers, or maybe what they do with their lives is play chess. That can work great if youre at the very top of that distribution, but for a lot of people, those endeavors are maybe something they should give up for something more practical.

So, smarts and hard work arent enough. You need candidates who take the smarts, the hard work, the conscientiousness, the high energy level, and the ability to work well with others, and direct it toward the appropriate level of social organizationto get ahead for themselves andto add more value to your project.

If youre interviewing someone who is potentially a team leader or a CEO or founding a startup, theres a question Im especially fond of: How ambitious are you? You want someone who is truly ambitious, but also understands where social value lies. It sounds like a silly question, but when you are asking people to spell out the details and enthusiasm of their ambition, you will learn something essential about them.

This article originally appeared on Next Big Idea Club and is reprinted with permission.

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An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. - Benjamin Franklin.

In todays fast-paced life, the attention span of an average person is less than a minute. Our hands are so full of multitasking that we do too many things at a time and mindlessly keep scrolling reels after reels. Or, we dont do anything at all and just binge-watch a trending series.

While some of this content might be informative, it does not contribute to self-development in the long run. You see, being successful is a choice. And the choice is made up of simple different habits which we inculcate in our day-to-day lives.

The same time which you spend on social media can be spent on the 5-hour rule. Now, this 5-hour rule is a daily habit of some of the most eminent personalities like Bill Gates, Jack Ma, Elon Musk, and even Benjamin Franklin.

Benjamin Franklin was a firm believer in the 5-hour rule though the concept was coined by Michael Simmons. The rule is that you dedicate at least one hour every day- five hours a week to learning and reading. This one hour can be at any time of the day.

You can wake up in the morning and read a book while sipping hot coffee or just listen to an audiobook while commuting to work. Be mindful that this time is only to be used for learning and self-development without getting distracted. So, how can you implement this rule?

Read: Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX, learned how to build rockets by reading. Bill Gates, on the other hand, is known to read at least 50 books a year and it is said that he carries books with him even on vacations! Just pick up a book and start. Not a fast reader? Read a chapter. New to reading books? Go for books with simple language. But just start.

Reflect: Consuming too much knowledge without reflecting can get overwhelming. Reading or learning should always be followed up with reflection. Try to write down your thoughts after reading the book. You can also write down any questions you may have in your mind and you will notice in the long run that you can successfully reflect on the events of the day and take action accordingly.

Experiment: One of the common things which all successful people have is the confidence to experiment. If Elon Musk wouldnt dare to experiment, SpaceX wouldnt be the first private company to launch a rocket into space and return to Earth intact. If Jack Ma didnt experiment with Alibaba, he wouldnt have been able to secure Goldman Sachs and Softbank as its initial investors. He even recommends applying the knowledge gained from books to real-life scenarios.

Working and learning are two different things: We may learn a few things while we are on the 40-hour work shift. Thats called learning at a job which teaches us how to deal with mundane work problems.

However, this cannot be confused with the learning which we do during the 5-hour rule. One of the absolute necessities of the rule is that you should only focus on learning during that particular time.

Dedicate this time to self-improvement, setting up goals, and being successful. If you are working or doing other things at the time of learning then you are not doing it right.

Focus on improvement: Like mentioned earlier, success is made up of multiple small habits and improvement is one of them. Self-improvement to be precise. Now, many of us might confuse self-improvement with productivity.

Yes, being productive throughout the day is important but being productive without learning, reflection and experimentation is not so useful. It can be challenging to be consistent with learning when you dont get any immediate rewards. But self-improvement doesnt happen in a day. Its a time-consuming process that is sure to delight you in the long run.

Understandably, some of you might struggle with getting into the habit of the 5-hour rule at first. If one hour a day is overwhelming, start with fifteen minutes.

Bill Gates shares his book recommendations every year and our top tip is you pick one. It may be challenging to be consistent at first but you will surely love all the knowledge that will come to you over the due course of time. Give the 5-hour rule a try and who knows you can well be on your way to becoming the next most successful person the world has known!

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The Houston Rockets still have a long way to go before they can beat anyone in a 7-game playoff series. But young stud Jalen Green gives the team a pretty decent starting point to work with.

While his rookie campaign was most underwhelming, it does seem like the kid has the work ethic and attitude to improve his game and become one of the very best.

(via Carlo Anolin of Manila Bulletin)

The Filipino-American guard, in the last season, averaged 17.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists as a rookie.

My mindset is just to go in and be the very best version of myself on and off the court, said Green, addressing the Philippine media Thursday, Aug. 11, at the adidas Brand Center in Glorietta 3 in Makati City."

Like I said, try to build that winning mentality. Were on rebuild right now, trying to get everyone on the same page, trying to go into the right direction. So I think just tryna keep that mindset, added Green, who made his third visit in the country and the first since being drafted in the NBA.

Just a few years ago, the pockets were competing for championships with one of the game's best players leading the way. That era came with a lot of success for the Rockets, though ultimately failed to deliver a title.

Now, the Rockets are in a full rebuild as they hunt for their next great superstar. With averages of 17.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists, he showed flashes of being that guy for the Rockets, but Green will have to play like that consistently if he really wants to earn max money.

At the very least, fans should be encouraged by his attitude, which includes dedication and a commitment to self-improvement.

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China has called on developing countries in the world to stand up against bullies.

Speaking at the reception and opening ceremony of China International Press Communication Centre (CIPCC) 2022 for over 70 journalists in Beijing, the Chinese capital, invited by the China Public Diplomacy Association (CPDA) to familiarise with China, the Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister, Hua Chunying, lamented that recent visit of the United States Speaker, Nancy Pelosi, is an act of bully from America.

Chunying noted that: Chinas development achievements over the past decades have been most impressive. To quote a poem, we have been to the heavens for the moon and to the deep sea for the turtles. Two female astronauts have traveled to space, a real-life version of Change, a fabled Chinese goddess, flying to the moon. The high-speed rail network has shortened many long-distance travels across the nation into one-day trips. I doubt if the finest novelist could imagine 10 or even five years ago the transformation taking place in China today.

She added: Behind all these incredible achievements is an incredible political party, the Chinese Communist Party (CPC). Last year, we celebrated the centenary of the CPC. The CPC has grown from a small party with just over 50 members to the worlds largest governing party with a 96-million-strong membership. Over the past century, the CPC has led the Chinese people to drive out the foreign invaders, end the fighting among warlords and the civil war, gain national independence, found a sovereign country, make foreign subjugation and hunger a history, and build a moderately prosperous society in all respects.

The party is now leading the country on a new journey toward a modern socialist country. Every Chinese is filled with pride about what the country has achieved, and fully supports the CPC. In fact, the CPC, for years, has an approval rating of over 90 percent.

Chunying noted that: The CPC is a peoples party. It represents the fundamental interests of the greatest possible Chinese people, and has never represented the interests of a particular interest group, power bloc or privileged class. From day one, the CPC has made pursuing a happy life for the people its founding mission. It follows a people-centred philosophy, and puts the peoples interests, needs and satisfaction above everything else.

The CPC is a vanguard party. It is keen to learn from past practices. It keeps abreast of the times by developing new theories and strategies based on new situations. It pursues self-reform to seek continuous self-improvement. And it sticks to principles and has flexibility under different circumstances, confronting problems head-on and finding solutions to make things work.

The CPC is an open and inclusive party. It is ready to share, to learn from all advanced things, and engage with all for mutual success and shared progress.

In the online comment from a young Egyptian (Ismail Bashmori), he likened China to the first member of the impoverished family of developing nations to go to university. He called on developing countries to help and support China to keep climbing to the top, as China is the first non-Western country to even come close to reaching a status of ultimate global importance.

His comment touched many Chinese, me included. China has all along been a member of the big developing country family, standing with one another through thick and thin. We shall never forget that it is our brothers and sisters in Asia, Africa, and Latin America who helped restore the lawful seat of the Peoples Republic of China at the United Nations. Today, China is on a better footing. It will do its best to help, so that we all can have a better life.

She recalled that: As President Xi Jinping noted, in the world today, some are faring very well whereas some others are still struggling; this is not a good thing. Only when people all over the world enjoy better lives can prosperity be sustained, security safeguarded and human rights assured. Based on this belief, China has proposed the Belt and Road Initiative, the Global Development Initiative and the Global Security Initiative, to promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind. We hope to achieve common development through hard work. People in all countries are entitled to choose their own development paths, and deserve a better and happier life. Just as China believes that not a single Chinese should not be left behind on the journey toward common prosperity, no country should be left behind in our common pursuit of greater development.

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