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She paved the way for strong, independent women on screen and captured the era's spirit of freedom and optimism. But behind the iconic smile was a life beset by tragedy, illness and addiction. On January 25th, 2017, Mary died of a cardiac arrest in Greenwich Hospital, Connecticut at the age of 80. Now renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter is investigating the events leading up to her final heartbeat to explain the cause of death.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can learning about history stop us from repeating past mistakes?
Because we keep repeating the same mistakes, history repeats itself. We fail to learn from the mistakes we make. We don't change. We get complacent. We settle in mediocrity.
History repeats itself when we believe the same old stories. We live in a world where we've been conditioned to believe that there are fixed truths and immutable laws. That we cannot do anything to affect them.
This conditioning prevents us from thinking critically. It prevents us from questioning authority. From challenging assumptions. If we don’t ask questions, we don’t grow. We stagnate when we don’t grow. And when we stagnate, we repeat the same mistakes.
History doesn't repeat itself, because we continue to make the same mistakes. We don't learn from our mistakes, and we keep repeating the same mistakes over and over.
You can end the cycle of history repetition by changing the way that you view the world. By understanding that nothing is permanent, you can see the possibilities. There is no set in stone. Everything is constantly changing.
Uncertainty is key to breaking the cycle. Accepting that things may go wrong. Accepting the possibility that we might not succeed. Accept that failure is possible.
Accept that you may not reach your goals. Acceptance is a part of learning, but it's important to continue improving.
To hold on to the past is to be certain. If you believe there are only certain truths, it will be impossible to move forward.
To achieve freedom, you must be open to change. You can't control progress unless you let go.
What are three things that you can learn from the past?
There are numerous examples throughout history that demonstrate how we can learn and improve from our mistakes. They can be applied to today's business challenges.
The past teaches us there is always another way. There's always someone out there that thinks outside the box, and takes risks that make him or her stand out.
History shows that the underdogs are often the ones who win. You can look back at those times when the underdog won.
Learn from the past and use the lessons to improve your future. Learn from others' successes and failures.
These lessons will help you increase your success rate.
Who said that history doesn't teach the ignorant?
Even though we want to live in an ideal universe where everyone learns through history, it's not possible to learn more from our failures.
It's not better to try something wrong than to learn how to do it right.
The only real mistake is not trying to ensure you do it right the first time.
Changes are inevitable, and you will eventually realize why you made them.
You might even realize that you could have done this better the first attempt.
You shouldn't give up on trying again. That means you've learnt a lot.
Even though you cannot avoid making mistakes completely, you can minimize them. This is the difference between success, and failure.
Recognizing your mistakes is the first step. Look at them objectively and ask: "What can I learn?"
If you're honest with yourself, you'll realize that your mistakes are just lessons. They're opportunities to grow.
And that's exactly what happened to Thomas Edison. He failed numerous times before finally inventing light bulbs.
He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, he used each one as an opportunity to improve his design.
He also invented the most widely used form of lighting, which is still in use today.
So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes. Use them.
And then try again.
What Can We Learn From Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln once said, "I am slow learning; very quick forgetting."
He understood the importance of learning and knew that he would eventually need to let go of old habits in order to embrace new ones.
This is true for our businesses as well. We will hit roadblocks sometimes, and get stuck in unproductive ruts no matter how many times we plan for our success.
It is crucial to continue to learn and grow. Even after we achieve success, it is essential to continue learning.
Lincoln had the right attitude. He knew that he could improve his business' effectiveness, but he couldn’t stop learning.
There are two types: entrepreneurs. Two types of entrepreneurs exist: those who stay busy and those with smart ideas.
Those who stay active focus on growing their business. They work on marketing strategies, product development, customer service, and other daily tasks.
They may feel like they've accomplished something meaningful, but often they're missing the mark. They won't be able to sustain their growth if they don't also work smarter.
What separates successful entrepreneurs from average ones? The ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances.
Successionable entrepreneurs look for ways that they can improve their products or services when faced with difficult situations.
On the other hand, average entrepreneurs cling to outdated methods that no longer work. They refuse to change course until their business fails.
It is essential to learn both the art of adapting and self-reflection in order for success.
Statistics
- If you consider that 10% to 30% might be tens or hundreds of thousands of lives, then sure, that matters. (lifehacker.com)
- Only 2.5% of Americans owned stocks in 1929. (collabfund.com)
- According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)
- For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
- According to the Washington Post, Coming back to babies' mailing, the most extended trip taken by a “mailed” child happened to be in 1915. (medium.com)
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How To
How did propaganda become marketing success?
When Max Weber, German sociologus and German sociologist came up with the term propaganda from the Greek phrase "praopagos", the word means "to speak well", the term was first used. The Latin verb propaganda, which can be translated as "nearby", or "at hand," and its noun "agogos, which can translate to "speech" or discourse, are the sources of the word. It refers to "a systematic effort to shape attitudes or behavior."
George Orwell, British journalist and author of "Propaganda," wrote that propaganda was not intended to convince people to believe anything. He only wanted to change their beliefs...
Edward Bernays (1891 – 95), who was Sigmund's nephew, and psychoanalyst. He became famous when he created the term "public relations" (1922). He stated that the conscious and intelligent manipulations of the organized opinions and habits of the masses was an essential element of a democratic society. In 1927, he founded the public relations firm "Bernays & Company," where he worked until 1955.
Bernays devised a technique called "engineering consent" to influence public opinion using advertising and publicity campaigns. This was from the 1920s to 1950s. His methods were adopted later by mass media companies like Newsweek, CBS News, NBC News and Time Magazine. Bernays became a close collaborator with corporations and government agencies in order to influence public opinion after World War II. Johnson & Johnson were among his clients.
His most famous client was the tobacco business. Philip Morris was his most notable client. He developed a campaign against tobacco smoking in 1939. This campaign was recommended by the Surgeon general. This led to the passage of the Cigarette Advertising Act in 1965, which prohibited any cigarette advertisement in print media, including magazines, newspapers, and television.
He also gave advice to President Franklin D Roosevelt about how to manage the growing labor movement during Great Depression. Bernays recommended that the president declare a war on hunger and use federal government power to ensure adequate food supply. This strategy made the government look like a benevolent father figure and helped the president win re-election in 1936.
Bernays was a pioneer in the promotion of radio listening to increase sales. He also introduced the concept of "branding" and "advertising" in the early 1930s. He believed that consumers could feel special and be influenced through appealing to their emotions. For example, he promoted the slogan "Have you got what it takes?" He encouraged women to buy war bonds in 1933.
He established a political action group called "Young People for Freedom" back in 1944. This group had the goal of encouraging Americans aged 18 to 30 to vote Republican. Dwight Eisenhower won in 1952, thanks to Bernays’ efforts.
Bernays convinced CIA in 1953 to stage a coup d'etat in Iran. Shah Reza Pahlevi would replace Mohammad Mosaddegh. This was to stop Mosaddegh acquiring Iranian oilfields. After the coup, Bernays wrote articles praising the new regime as a "moderate," "progressive," and "modernized" one.
Bernays has received numerous other awards throughout his professional career.
